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Au Lapin Agile Cabaret in Paris
When cult filmmaker David Lynch opened a semi-private club for artists and performers in Paris, naming it Silencio after the eponymous and eerie club in his film Mulholland Drive, it instantly generated buzz. About.com Paris Travel Contributor Nicole Smith spent a night at Silencio to find out what all the fuss was about.
Walking Tour of the Marais Neighborhood
A walking tour of the Marais, one of Paris' oldest and most gorgeous neighborhoods. Includes the Place des Vosges, the Hotel de Sens, Hotel de Sully, and historic Jewish neighborhood.
Silencio Club in Paris
When cult filmmaker David Lynch opened a semi-private club for artists and performers in Paris, naming it Silencio after the eponymous and eerie club in his film Mulholland Drive, it instantly generated buzz. About.com Paris Travel Contributor Nicole Smith spent a night at Silencio to find out what all the fuss was about.
The 2012 Paris Marathon: Results and Pictures
Pictures of the 2007 Paris Marathon, which attracted 35,000 competitors from around the globe.
Paris Bus Tours
Particularly on a first trip to Paris, taking a bus tour can be an excellent way to discover the city and its most compelling sights. Find out here about the best Paris bus tours, including where to find schedules, routes, and fares.
Travel to Paris: Air and Rail Options
An overview of options for travel to Paris, including information on flights to Paris, trains to Paris, Paris airports and Paris train stations.
Claude Monet's House and Gardens at Giverny
A detailed visitor's guide to the house and gardens of celebrated impressionist painter Claude Monet at Giverny, an ideal day trip from Paris.
Review of Mama Shelter Concept Hotel in Paris
About.com Paris Travel's Courtney Traub spent a night at Mama Shelter, one of Paris' trendier concept hotels featuring interior design by famed architect Philip Starck and a restaurant and bar that's always packed on the weekends. Read her review of Mama Shelter here.
2011 Christmas and Holiday Decorations in Paris
Paris is already known as the city of light-- but every year in early December the city becomes even brighter with the arrival of annual Christmas and holiday decorations. About.com Travel Contributor Jacob Kleinman offers a look at Christmas 2011 decorations and lights in Paris, and also brings in the Channukah cheer.
Beaujolais Nouveau Season in Paris
A colorful visual guide to the Vendanges de Montmartre in Paris, France, an annual wine harvest in the heights of the historic Paris neighborhood that sees Parisians flood the streets to taste the local vintages and enjoy traditional food, music and street performers.
Complete Guide to Paris Bikes (Velib')
Thinking of renting a bike in Paris? Learn all about Paris bike rental scheme Velib', including how to rent Paris bikes for one or several days, payment, safety information and more.
In Pictures: Nuit Blanche 2011
Missed Nuit Blanche (White Night) events in Paris in 2011? About.com Paris Travel Contributor Jacob Kleinman shares his experiences and pictures from Nuit Blanche 2011 in Paris, which included dozens of open-air installations, performances, videos and various other happenings.
Vendanges de Montmartre
A colorful visual guide to the Vendanges de Montmartre in Paris, France, an annual wine harvest in the heights of the historic Paris neighborhood that sees Parisians flood the streets to taste the local vintages and enjoy traditional food, music and street performers.
Pictures of Autumn in Paris
Need inspiration for an upcoming fall trip to Paris? Browse our pictures of autumn in Paris and see how the city takes on a contemplative, poetic quality during the fall months.
Richard Nahem's Eye Prefer Paris Walking Tours
About Paris for Visitors Contributor Ashley Byock gives her lively account of Richard Nahem's Eye Prefer Paris walking tour. On this particular tour, Richard showed Ashley some of Paris' best-kept shopping and sightseeing secrets in the winding streets of the Marais quarter.
Great Parisian Women of the 20th Century
As a center of intellectual history, Paris has been home to some of the world's most extraordinary women: thinkers, writers, artists or leaders who bravely pushed the envelope and changed the world with their ideas and talents. This gallery highlighting a few great Parisian women of the 20th century pays tribute to extraordinary thinkers and artists including Simone de Beauvoir, Colette and Josephine Baker.
Paris in Two Days
Proof that Paris can be "done" in a weekend, this is a flexible itinerary showing you the best Paris has to offer in two days. The first day explores classic Paris on the left bank and includes a tour of the Latin Quarter, Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris museums, the Eiffel Tower, and a boat tour of the Seine. Day two gives a glimpse of an edgier, more secret Paris and includes the quirky Bastille and Marais neighborhoods, the Canal St. Martin, and arty Montmartre. recommendations are included.
A Visual Guide to Paris' Best Parks and Gardens
Pictures and profiles of the best Paris parks and gardens, including the Jardin de Luxembourg, the Bois de Vincennes, and the Jardin des Tuileries.
Review of Hammam Pacha Spa in Paris
About.com Paris Travel Contributor Colette Davidson pays a visit to Hammam Pacha in Paris, one of the city's best-reputed Middle-Eastern style spas and beauty centers-- and gives all the details of her experience at the hammam, from the steamroom to the exfoliation tables and cold pool.
Pictures of Bastille Day in Paris
Learn more about how the French celebrate Bastille Day or "La Fete Nationale" in this colorful collection of pictures of Bastille Day in Paris, showing scenes from the early 20th century to the present.
Pictures of Paris in the Spring
Traveling to Paris in the springtime, or simply wish to dream about it? Get inspired by taking a look at this gallery of pictures of springtime in Paris.
Top (Permament) Market Streets in Paris
A guide to the best (permanent) Paris street markets, where high-quality vendors offer fresh produce, fish and meat, cheeses and other products throughout the week. These permanent Paris street markets are also some of the most pleasant places for a leisurely stroll in the city.
How to Use Paris Public Transportation - Metro, Bus and RER
A guide to navigating Paris' excellent, but often dizzying, public transportation system. Includes details on the Paris metro (subway) and bus routes, tips for how to use Paris public transport, where to buy Paris metro, RER, and bus tickets, and more.
Pictures of the Butte aux Cailles, a Charming Paris Village
Pictures of the Butte aux Cailles neighborhood in Paris, a tucked-away village in south Paris well-known for its Art Deco architecture and cozy, informal restaurants and cafes.
Guide to Paris Embassies
This guide to Paris embassies allows you to quickly locate contact information for your embassy in the event of passport loss or emergency.