There is so much to see and do in Paris, you could spend years here and still have things to see. However, if you only have a few days or a weekend to spend in the French capital, you’ll have to plan how to spend...
The 2nd arrondissement, located on the right bank of the Seine in the center of the city, might be the smallest district in Paris, but it’s certainly not short of things to discover. Not only is it home to the enormous Les Halles shopping mall,...
Bored of the Eiffel Tower? Tired of the tourists at the Louvre? There is so much to explore in Paris away from the city’s traditional tourist attractions. Here is a list of some of the best: 1. See artists at work at 59 Rue de Rivoli In...
Paris might just be one of the most photogenic cities in the world. From the Arc de Triomph to the Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower to the Sacre Coeur, there is no shortage of popular landmarks to capture. But could the best photography spots lie...
The street art scene in Paris is constantly expanding and is becoming internationally recognised. New pieces of art created by both French and international artists are popping up all the time and you can find them dotted all over the city. So if you’re interested...
Over the past few years, anonymous and famous artists alike have decorated Paris’ streets. There is street art for all tastes: black & white, colourful, graffiti, stencils and even collages. One thing is for sure, street art is everywhere in the capital. Nowadays, it enjoys artistic recognition and has become famous on an international scale. If you are wondering where to find street art in Paris, this post is for you!
Everyone loves Paris’ unique style and its amazing architecture. Who isn’t impressed by the beautiful sites, winding alleys and spectacular Haussmann buildings that Paris has to offer? You won’t find anything else like it! So get ready to discover five more amazing unusual properties in Paris!
Over the last couple of years, concept stores have been booming in Paris. They are always original and attract visitors looking for unique stores in the hidden streets of the capital. Lodgis has made a list of the “must-see” concept stores in Paris. If you want to know the best places to go, this selection of best Parisian concept-stores is just what you need!
The Foire du Trône takes place in Paris from March 31st – May 28th 2017. It’s the largest fairground in France. There are more than 350 rides and stalls on the Pelouse de Reuilly (in the Bois de Vincennes park) for 2 months!
A vast, 280km network of tunnels beneath the city, the Catacombs of Paris hold the remains of over 6 million people. This ossuary was created in order to tackle the crisis of overflowing cemeteries in the late 18th Century.
While a trip down the city’s drains won’t appeal to all, for many the Paris Sewers are fictionally immortalized in Victor Hugo’s account of the “fetid, wild, fierce” tunnels though which the wanted Jean Valjean is pursued as he carries the wounded Marius to safety in Les Misérables.
The Canal Saint-Martin, which links the Canal de l’Ourcq to the Seine, might not look like an underground destination, but a journey along this scenic waterway includes 2.5km of mysterious vaulted tunnels!
Every day graffiti and street art fight against oppression, inhabiting our walls and making our world more poetic.
Tired of Paris’ tourist hotspots and looking to explore some more hidden parts of the capital? Look no further. If you’re already familiar with the city of light, you’ll know that it’s home to a huge network of underground activity (just to be clear, it’s legal activity we’re talking about here).
Would you like to experience Paris in the most original way possible? Then what could be better than unveiling its secrets? But where to start? First of all, forget about clichés and follow Lodgis on a journey to discover the hidden Paris!
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