This blog post was originally posted on December 19, 2019 and was updated on September 17, 2020. Traditionally, lunch in Paris is the biggest meal of the day. Kids in school get two hours off for what would have, in generations past, been a home-cooked lunch. And while most parents work in most households today, […]
7 Most Famous Foods in Paris (And the Best Cafes & Restaurants to Try Each One)
This blog post was originally posted on March 28, 2019 and was updated on September 4, 2020. You could climb the Eiffel Tower, stroll down the Champs-Elysées and spend the rest of your time getting lost among paintings in the Louvre, but if you don’t eat out in Paris, you’ll have missed out entirely. Food […]
5 Michelin Star Restaurants in Paris That Are Actually Worth Your Time
This blog post was originally posted on May 23, 2019 and was updated on August 26, 2020. Boasting 119 Michelin star restaurants in 2020, Paris is second only to Tokyo on the list of cities with the most starred establishments. Michelin-starred restaurants have earned their prestige for good reason, and you can’t really go wrong […]
You Can Stop Searching: These Are the 6 Best Croissants in Paris
This blog post was originally posted on March 26, 2019 and was updated on August 26, 2020. It’s a common fact that no Parisian breakfast would be complete without a croissant (or two—we’re not judging). But despite the abundance of bakeries in the city, not all of them are created equal. And when it comes […]
The Complete Guide to How to Get Around Paris on Public Transportation
There’s no shortage of public transportation in Paris—we’ve got the train, metro, bus, tram and even a bike share. It’s the fastest and cheapest way to get around the city, letting you pack more into your sightseeing schedule. We know, we know, the colored lines are confusing, the names of the stations are all in […]
8 Restaurants in Paris That Are Almost Always Open
Opening hours in Paris can be something of a lottery. We’ve put together a list of our favorite spots so you can always win the restaurant jackpot. France is renowned for short working hours and a good work-life balance, and the capital is no different. In Paris, most small, owner-operated restaurants are closed two days […]
We Know Where to Get the Best Crepes in Paris (And We’re Letting You Know, Too)
Believe it or not, crepes can be done wrong, even in Paris. That’s why we’re letting you in on our list of favorite crepe and galette makers in the City of Light—we want to make sure you get that hot, buttery speciality just right. First, let’s get one thing straight. Here in France, we don’t […]
Cost of Food in Paris per Day: Your Budget for Baguettes & So Much More
Budgeting for vacation can be tricky, especially in a city with so many options. In Paris, there is no upper limit when it comes to how much you can spend, and exercising restraint can often be a challenge. But you don’t need to spend a lot of money to have a good time—or a good […]
10 Instagrammable Spots in Paris, From the Classic to the Off-The-Beaten-Path
You don’t have to look hard for something beautiful in Paris, but you have to look a bit harder for that perfect Instagram shot. Part of traveling to a new destination is making sure you have your most amazing experiences recorded. After all, you want to be able to share them with friends, family and […]
The Best Layover in Paris: What You Can Do and Why You Should Do It
We can all agree that sipping wine on a sunny terrace is more enjoyable than hanging around the airport. But Paris’ airports are not in the city center. So can you soak in some culture during your layover in Paris and make it back in time for your connecting flight? Well, as long as you […]