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Discover Paris through the objects, rooms and people that shaped its everyday life.
YOUR CITY. YOUR KIND OF ADVENTURE.
Paris.
Meet Paris at neighbourhood scale. This first chapter follows the Marais: writers' rooms, a market full of flavours, small gardens and the everyday stories behind a famous city.
Île-de-France, France City guide 003
Bonjour Paris.
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How do you like to explore?
Choose a starting point. Make it yours.
Mix the landmarks with the little detours. Your day, your pace.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
Find your Paris
6 discoveries
Paris, at a glance6 places to explore
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PICK A LITTLE ADVENTURE
Follow your curiosity.
A taste of Paris 4 dishes to know +
ORDER A LITTLE CURIOSITY
Small rituals, good things to eat
A bakery stop, a market lunch and something warm at a café can each become a small Paris ritual. These familiar dishes are starting points; ask about ingredients and choose what fits your appetite.
Read the local food guideBaguette
A crisp-crusted loaf for sandwiches, a shared picnic or simply a piece on its own.
Croissant
A buttery, layered pastry associated with the city's bakeries and morning cafés.
Croque-monsieur
A warm ham-and-cheese sandwich; preparation and sauces vary between cafés.
Soupe à l'oignon
Onion soup often finished with bread and melted cheese. Ask about the stock if you eat vegetarian.
Recipes vary. Ask your vendor about ingredients and allergens.
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A LITTLE KNOWLEDGE. A RICHER TRIP.
Meet Paris, one card at a time.
A friendly hello, a dish decoded, a story to notice. Take a minute before you head out.
Paris / Local words01 — 05
A little local language
Start with a friendly hello.
Make a guess. A little curiosity goes a long way.
GO A LITTLE FURTHER
A day beyond Paris
Choose one destination for the day. Compare the journey, leave room to explore and plan your return before setting out.
01By trainPalace day
Versailles
The palace and formal gardens can fill a full day at your preferred pace.
Approx. 35–60 min one wayIndicative time each way
Paris Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame → Versailles Château–Rive Gauche on RER C; walk around 10 minutes to the palace.
- Visit a booked palace slot
- Explore the formal gardens
- Pause beside the Grand Canal
Before you go
The palace normally closes Mondays; check garden event charges, admission slots and RER C works before choosing your day.
Access & pace
The estate involves long distances and varied surfaces; check the palace's access map and available mobility services.
02With connectionsRoyal château
Fontainebleau
A royal château, gardens and an inviting town make a varied day beyond Paris.
Approx. 1–1½ h one wayIndicative time each way
Paris Gare de Lyon → Fontainebleau–Avon on Transilien R; take local bus 3401 toward the château and town centre.
- Explore the château
- Walk its gardens
- Have lunch in town
Before you go
Check the château's usual Tuesday closure and current bus stop; allow a return connection at Fontainebleau–Avon.
Access & pace
Confirm assistance for the train and bus plus the château route; garden surfaces and walking distances vary.
Checked 7 September 2026. Journey times are broad planning estimates, not live timetables. Opening days, tickets, connections and access can change. Check the linked operators for your travel date.