Paris

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The capital of France and built along the river Seine in the northern part of the country, Paris has two small central islands - Île Saint-Louis and the Île de la Cité - and the rest of the city is organized in a clockwise spiral of arrondissements, or districts.

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Matador has articles on Paris' art and culture - there are dozens of museums and monuments, including the famous Louvre and Eiffel Tower and the not as famous Sewer museum and Catacombs. There is also art on the streets: see if you can find the Space Invaders mosaics or some Banksy art. Or you can stop by some literary haunts for some writing inspiration or to pick up a book in English.

It's a beautiful city with lots to do, but it can be a pretty expensive one. Matador has suggestions on how to enjoy the city on $100 a day as well as free things to do. Or how and where to eat to save some cash.

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Entertainment

The Sexiest and Most Provocative Shows You Can See in Paris

Visit the Louvre by day, indulge in an erotic show by night.

Food + Drink

7 Essential Paris Restaurants Everyone Should Visit at Least Once

Immerse your taste buds in Parisian elegance.

Train Travel

The Complete Guide To Navigating Each Paris Train Station

Paris is a city that likes its trains...and its multiple train stations.

Food + Drink

This Café in Paris Makes the Best Hot Chocolate You'll Ever Have

Is that enough whipped cream?

Museums

7 Must-See Museums in Paris That Are Not the Louvre

Go check out the oldest museum in Paris!

Epic Stays

These Airbnbs Near the Eiffel Tower Offer Incredible Views of the Entire City

No need to walk all the way from the other side of the city.

Epic Stays

The 16 Best Airbnbs in Paris' Top Arrondissements

You want a view of the Eiffel Tower? We got your back.

Culture

Parades, Man-Made Beaches, and Light Shows: The Best Events of the Summer in Paris

A concert at the foot of the Eiffel Tower? Don't mind if we go.

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Train tripping through Europe, pt 1: London and Paris

Follow filmmaker Blaze Nowara as he traverses Europe, hitting up London, Paris, Berlin, and Krakow, and visiting the local Hotel Indigo properties.

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