"Best Local Scene in Paris" Realizzata per : Cityseeker 16 Posizioni indicati Marché aux Fleurs et aux Oiseaux "Floral Oasis" Flanked by iconic French landmarks like the majestic Notre Dame and the Conciergerie, Marché aux Fleurs et aux Oiseaux has been in operation since 1808, making it the oldest and lone surviving floral market in Paris. Located in the heart of Ile de la Cité, the avenue sees an array of shops featuring exotic flowers, plants and shrubs. From primroses and orchids to by zoetnet violets and myrtles, the seasonal blooms paint a beautiful and tranquil picture in the tourist-dominated area. Open throughout the week, Sundays see bird traders set up shop with rare species of parrots, macaws, doves and budgies, as well as cages, seeds and accessories. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) Place Louis Lépine, Quai de la Corse, Parigi Île Saint-Louis "Natural Island on the Siene" Named after King Louis IX, this island in the Seine River is known to be the birthplace of Parisian civilization. Connected by many bridges to Paris, Île Saint-Louis is a sanctuary from the bustle of the city. Untouched by modernization, this small wonder has many markets, bakeries, cafes, boutiques and historic attractions. One of the most significant monuments by *_* is the St Louis en l'Ile Church, an ethereal chapel built in 1662. Indulge your palate for fine food at the numerous restaurants around the island. Suitable for all budgets whether it is dining, shopping or just sight seeing, Île Saint-Louis will charm you with its centuries-old splendor. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) Île Saint-Louis, Parigi Le Marais "Enjoying Paris!" Apart from being a famous landmark in Paris, Le Marais also functions as a major events venue in Paris. Located in the bosom of historical Paris, this district is the ideal place to take a walk either alone, or with a friend. Stride on the clean cobblestone roads while you breathe in the fresh Paris air and gaze at the fine architectural designs of the city at the Le Marais. by jpitha Check the website or contact +33 8 3668 3112 for more information. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) www.parismarais.com/ Le Marais, Parigi by Peter Dutton Place des Vosges "Pistols at Dawn" Surrounded by shady arcades that shelter beautiful boutiques, this square, situated in the heart of the Marais, is one of Paris' unmissable sights. Place des Vosges is perfectly symmetrical, measuring 140 meters (459 feet) by 127 meters (416 feet). Stone and brick houses, whose almost identical facades are all crowned by steep slate roofs, border its quasi- rectangular shape. Designed by Henri IV, it used to be the favored sight for duels. Famous people also lived in the area, including the Cardinal de Richelieu and the writer Victor Hugo. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) Place des Vosges, Marais, Parigi Marché Couvert Saint-Germain "Indoor Market" The Marché Couvert Saint-Germain resides in a historical building that has been restored to retain the spirit of its original architecture. This covered market features stalls offering fresh produce, meat, fish and gourmet products from throughout France, in addition to upscale clothing and accessories from international designer labels. Shoppers can also sample by ilovebutter specialties at local cafes located indoors. Whether crossing items off your weekly grocery list or perusing the finest handbags, Marché Couvert has something for everyone. 4-8 Rue Lobineau, Parigi Place de la Bastille "Symbol of the French Revolution" The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, signaled the beginning of the French Revolution. It was a highly symbolic event: the prison only held seven prisoners. Once the building had been demolished, the stones were used to build the Pont de la Concorde (Concorde bridge). The signs of this turbulent part of history are engraved on the square. The paving stones of by jean-louis Zimmermann the Boulevard Henri-IV follow the former walls of the prison, and the July Column in the center commemorates the Parisians killed during the uprisings of 1830 and 1848. Formerly a place of violence and crime, this area is now home to trendy bars and cafes, and a modern opera house. A ball, held on the night before July 14's public holiday, marks the anniversary of the Revolution. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) Place de la Bastille, Parigi Jardin du Luxembourg "Tra i parchi preferiti di Parigi" Il terreno sui cui sono stati costruiti il Jardin du Luxembourg e il Palais du Luxembourg erano originariamente il sito archeologico di un accampamento romano. Nel 1257 l'ordine religioso degli Chartreux comprò il terreno e costruì un monastero e in seguito la principessa reggente Maria de Medici fece costruire nel 1615 il palazzo. Si tratta di uno by Mariamichelle dei giardini più amati a Paragi. Disegnato e organizzato con gran gusto, è popolarissimo tra gli studenti e coloro che vivono del Quartiere Latino di Parigi. I bambini possono cavalcare i pony, giocare sulle altalene e far salpare le loro barchette giocattolo nello stagno ottagonale. Un luogo amatissimo e spesso scelto per gli incontri. L'entrata è gratuita. +33 1 40 71 75 60 en.parisinfo.com/paris-museum-mo Le Jardin du Luxembourg, Parigi nument/71393/Jardin-du- Luxembourg Boulevard Haussmann "La prima strada dello shopping" Boulevard Haussmann è uno dei grandi boulevard creati nel 1864 per facilitare il passaggio parigino da città medioevale a moderna capitale durante la epoca napoleonica. Progettato da Georges Haussman come parte di una stravagante serie di riforme, questi boulevard sono famosi per aver liberato l'allora intasato panorama di Parigi con iniezioni di aria by GillyBerlin fresca e una certa linearità. Oggi Boulevard Haussmann ospita alcuni dei centri commerciali più raffinati, soprannominati i Grands Magasins. Qui si trovano le immortali Galeries Lafayette e Le Printemps Lafayette e Le Printemps due negozi dove fermarsi per moda parigina di prima qualità, cose per la casa e altro. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) en.parisinfo.com/transport/100275/ Boulevard Haussmann, Parigi Boulevard-Haussmann Place de la Concorde "City's Historic Square" Originally known as Place Louis-XV, this square was constructed between 1755 and 1775 based on the design of Ange-Jacques Gabriel. Renamed Place de la Révolution in 1792, a guillotine was installed and 2800 executions took place including that of King Louis XVI. Louis-Philippe christened it Place de la Concorde in 1830. The Louqsor obelisk, a gift by Cristian Bortes from Cluj- from the Viceroy of Egypt to King Charles X of France, has been standing Napoca, Romania in the center of the square since 1840. The 19th-Century also saw the addition of eight statues representing France's largest cities and the two fountains. The square is home to one of Paris' most prestigious hotels, the Hôtel Crillon. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) www.parisinfo.com/lieux- Place de la Concorde, Parigi loisirs/100254/place-de-la-concorde Faubourg Saint-Honoré "Quando arte e moda si parlano" Molte note gallerie e boutiques si trovano nel Faubourg Saint-Honoré, uno spazio per le spese sofisticate. Per gli amanti dell'arte, una passeggiata lungo questa strada puo essere realmente una significativa esperienza. Le gallerie, che per la maggior parte sono concentrate tra Place St-Phillipe-du- Roule e Avenue de Marigny offrono alcune delle eccezionali opere di by wowo2008 artisti contemporanei e di straordinari mobili francesi. Questa strada mantiene alta la reputazione di Parigi come centro mondiale della moda dato che numerosi stilisti come Guy Laroche, Nina Ricci, Givenchy, e Chanel hanno qui le loro boutique. Sicuramente impressionante una passeggiata lungo avenue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, trasudante di arte impressionista e di moda pulsante. +33 1 4952 4263 (Tourist Information) rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Parigi Avenue des Champs-Élysées "Un meraviglioso corso in una città meravigliosa" Gli Champs-Elysées che si allungano per due chilometri e sono fiancheggiati da alberi, sono diventati il centro delle celebrazioni e delle parate ufficiali. Si tratta di una meta per i turisti e per le folle che si divertono a trascorrere le serate percorrendo il pittoresco corso in lungo e by Josh Hallett in largo. I numerosi cinema, caffe e ristoranti tentano i turisti a riposare le loro stanche membra per un paio d'ore, stufi di camminare per boutique di stilisti, banche e ambasciate che si trovano in questo quartiere chic. Il corso venne creato originariamente nel 1667 da André Le Nôtre, il giardiniere di Luigi XIV, nel tentativo di abbellire la vista dal Jardin des Tuileries. Il corso venne ampliato alla fine del XVIII secolo perchè si estendesse dalla Place de la Concorde fino all'Arc de Triomphe. +33 1 47 23 54 37 www.champselysees.org/ Avenue des Champs-Élysées, Parigi Parc des Buttes-Chaumont "A Green Paradise" Opened in 1867, this park was built by Jean-Charles Alphand who designed a number of parks during the reign of Napoleon III. Parc des Buttes-Chaumont is spread over 24.7 hectares (61.03 acres) and features an artificial lake, a rocky island, exotic trees, bridges, waterfalls and a grotto. The most significant part of the park is the Temple de la Sibylle by Tom Hilton which is a scaled-down replica of the iconic Roman Temple of Vesta. The public park also has restaurants, puppet theaters and other facilities making it very popular among locals and tourists alike. A stroll through the historic Parc des Buttes-Chaumont is definitely worthwhile. +33 1 4803 8310 www.parisinfo.com/sites-culturels/1 1 Rue Botzaris, Parigi 285/buttes-chaumont-parc-des- Quai de la Seine "On the Banks of the River" Get up close and personal with the River Seine by venturing to the Quai de la Seine.