Tuesday, July 23, 2013

for your second visit

A little over a month ago, I received an email from an old friend. She would be visiting Paris with her parents in a few weeks. “We've been to Paris before and done the museums and touristy stuff, so I was wondering if you had any advice on any "must see" things that are not so touristy?” I can’t even tell you how excited I was to answer her question :). Having lived here for nearly a year, I’ve discovered countless wonderful things to do that fail to make most travel guides. This is what I suggested:
In my opinion, visiting Paris the second, third, fourth time around can be infinitely more magical than the first. Though I added a few points to my original list (in response to a request from that friend I just met up with as she passed through), the fact remains: classic sights are still there for the taking, but now you have opportunity (and, dare I say, obligation) to get a taste of the real thing.

14 comments:

  1. This makes me feel even more eager to get there and leave again and come back, again and again!

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  2. I have a small confession - I've been really bad at blogging my favourite eating places in Paris. Les Papilles is one of my favourite restaurants that I bring many of my friends to but never blogged about...

    Governy makes another good day-trip from Paris, whereas Parc Montsouris is my go-to spot for picnic. Also, keep an eye out for small streets or courtyard access from the street, then venture in. It'll often take you places that you simply don't expect to find!

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    1. No worries! That's why I put this together :) glad I have another Les Papilles supporter. I must try Parc Montsouris for my next picnic.

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  3. I love it when people visit me who have already been here before and seen the sights because then I get to show them 'my provence' which of course isn't anywhere near as fab as your Paris, but still, loads of fun :)

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    1. Exactly! And who's to say Provence isn't as fab? I'd love to visit a second time :)

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  4. Just popped over from Sara in Le Petit Village. I've visited Paris many times and we were there last month but I'm always on the look-out for new places to visit. La Maison du Chou will be top of my list. We loved the choux at Popelini.
    http://missbbobochic.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Welcome! I hope you get a chance to go when you're here next, it's adorable.

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  5. Oh how I wish I would have read your post BEFORE coming to Paris, but just as well! I will just have to return someday:) Love the darling picnic photo... and the suggestions are just marvelous! Can't wait to follow your blog:)

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    1. Aw... sorry for the delay! It does mean you have to come back though :) glad you like and looking forward to having you follow!

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  6. Les Papilles is one of the best meals in the city <3

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  7. This is a perfect post!! And I love the picture! xx

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