Paris in the Smart Guide series from Insight is a streamlined version of travel information, in a concise format arranged in three sections
- Areas, A-Z & Atlas. Areas & districts in & around town are described before the guide moves on to an A-Z detailing of attractions & services, from accommodation to transportation via history & nightlife. The guide has some language tips, a climate chart & an overview of top attractions shown on its fly-leaf. A selective, indexed mini Atlas of a few maps at the back of each guide helps place sites & attractions for the tourist & each guide is illustrated with colour photographs throughout.
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Paris in the Key Guide series from AA Publishing; exploring a range of international destinations & recently been re-launched with full colour pages. Thorough & detailed in style, the guides are targeted at an older audience, exploring the principal sights, walks, activities, restaurants & accommodation of the destination. A detailed introductory section provides comprehensive information about the destination, including the economy, politics, heritage & language. There are also specific sections unique to each destination, covering society, the urban & rural, sports & leisure, art media & culture, history & science & technology. Each title is organised in the same way with destinations grouped by region or district & colour-coded to help readers navigate around the guide. An On the Move section provides details on transport, with important information on arriving, getting around (including distinctive local transport features such as metro & underground networks) & for visitors with a disability. Individual regional sections cover Sights, driving & walking opportunities, what to do, eating & accommodation. Local listings are accompanied by addresses, opening times, prices, directions & local transport options, though options for younger travellers & those with children are more limited. Extensive colour photography accompanies the text, with a range of pictures illustrations the main sites of the city, region or country. An extensive Practicalities chapter at the back of each guide carries essential information on weather, documents & customs, money, health, communication, tourist information, useful websites, finding help, opening times & entrance fees, media & books, films & maps. There is also basic information on entertainment & nightlife, sports & activities, film & music & festivals & events. ...

Lonely Planet presents this durable & waterproof street map of Paris with a handy slipcase & an easy-fold format. Get more from your map & your trip with images & information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary s Covers Triangle d` Or, Faubourg St-Germain, Left Bank, Le Marais & Montmarte. ...

Paris in the Luxe city guides series, which are slim & small enough to fit easily in a pocket or handbag. Information is distilled from elite suggestions by city residents, specially selected for their style, knowledge & expertise. Luxe guides aim at the upper end of the market & subjectively edit to choose the very best recommendations for shopping, restaurants, leisure options & nightlife. Half day shopping & activity itineraries are suggested for you to mix & match your visit to suit your timetable. When folded close the cardboard guide slots into its own protective plastic frame. Vanity Fair magazine calls them “delightful, de-lovely, & deluxe”, & that’s just what they are. ...

By documenting the everyday workings of the city, Magnums photographers capture the essence of Parisian life. Their photographs show the city as it lives & breathes
- from fashion shows to underground jazz clubs, from the bustling metro to outdoor cafes, & from the Art Deco Fouquets hotel to the working class Goutte d Or neighborhood. Even celebrities appear as ordinary citizens encountered in their own milieu
- from former President Francois Mitterrand to novelist Marguerite Duras, singer Edith Piaf to actress Catherine Deneuve, fashion designer Christian Dior to artist Giacometti. The city`s rich history & traditions are inherent in images depicting the bravery of an unknown female resistance fighter, the exuberant joy upon the Liberation of Paris, the eroticism of burlesque dancers, or the excitement of the final lap of the Tour de France. Crusty baguettes, buttery escargot, glasses of wine, & abundant butcher cases attest to the gastronomic pleasures of the city, & all of the monuments the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame appear like cast members at curtain call. This book celebrates the myriad aspects of Paris in a volume as captivating for the lifelong Parisian as it is for the armchair traveler.

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No more struggling against the wind to fold back the extra large city map you picked up at the tourist office. No more carrying around the exhaustive but back-achingly heavy guide you borrowed from the library. The only thing you need when out & about is a Map Guide. The unique Everyman Map Guide series cleverly combines maps & text in an easy-to-use format, listing the best sights, restaurants & shops alongside fold-out maps of exceptional clarity. Each guide divides the city into sections & devotes two double pages to each of them. Sections are colour coded, & a small area map at the bottom of the page tells you where you are within the city, & within the guide. There are also four pages of useful information about the city at the front of the book, & a four-page city-wide hotel section at the back; plus a street index & thematic index. Stylish, clever, practical &, at GBP5.99, very good value for your money, a Map Guide is the indispensable pocket companion to your week end or short break away. ...

Paris at 1:15, 000 on a pocket-size street plan from Marco Polo Travel Publishing printed on sturdy, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper, with metro/RER stations clearly marked & the lines shown on a separate diagram, lists of useful addresses, etc The map covers the city roughly within the Boulevard Périphérique, including the adjoining parts of Bois de Boulogne & Bois de Vincennes. Metro & RER stations are clearly marked, & the tramline along the southern part of the Boulevard Intérieur is shown with stops. The plan also highlights principal traffic arteries across the city & shows one way streets, car parks & pedestrianized areas. Important buildings & places of interest are marked & named. Cartography is from the renowned German publishers Mair Dumont. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. The index is on the reverse side &

Includes:: extensive lists of useful contact details for tourist information offices, hotel reservation, campsites & youth hostels, car hire, museums, entertainment venues, emergency services, etc. Also provided is a diagram of the metro/RER/tram network, plus a road map of the city’s environs including Versailles & Euro Disneyl&.



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The Marco Polo Guide to Paris is the perfect companion for your trip to Paris, featuring practical information & insightful tips on how to make the most of your time in Paris. Most travellers want to have fun & feel relaxed from the moment they arrive at their holiday destination
- that’s what Marco Polo Guides are all about. This new series will appeal to all types of travellers, including those who haven’t bought a travel guide in the past! Marco Polo’s unique insider tips are peppered throughout the guide
- offering a real insight into the destination.

Includes:: special tips for when it rains, things to do for free, chill out & relax. Where to start – tells the reader the ideal starting point to explore the city / destination, how to get there: by car or public transport, where to park the car… & much more! The perfect day / perfect route – the best way to get to know a destination for those with limited time. Practical information on shopping, food & drink & much more – plus a phrasebook section. Also

Includes:: a fully indexed street atlas & a pull-out map.





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Marco Polo Pocket Guide Paris: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore Paris with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the city`s trendiest places, & get tips on shopping & what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, & a summary of all the festivals & events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful city has to offer... There can hardly be another world city that is so glamorous & can boast so many interesting buildings. Paris is a multicultural city, since time immemorial a magnet for intellectuals & artists, as well as a symbol of elegance & joie de vivre. Marco Polo Paris leads you through the French capital, a city that has managed to retain its own special flair. This practical pocket-sized guide takes you along its grand boulevards, introduces you to the distinctive atmosphere of each quarter & invites you to explore... This is Paris! Your Marco Polo Paris Pocket Guide
Includes:: Insider Tips
- we show you the hidden gems & little-known secrets that offer a real insight into the city. Discover where to picnic on an island in the heart of the city or dine in a former library after taking in the gothic masterpiece of Notre Dame. Best of
- find the best things to do for free, the best `only in` Paris experiences, the best things to do if it rains & the best places to relax & spoil yourself. Sightseeing
- all of the top sights are organised by areas of the city so you can easily plan your day. Discovery Tours
- 4 specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Paris. Follow in the footsteps of the artists of Montmartre, explore the intellectual heart of Paris or marvel at the aristocratic palaces. Experience all the delights of Paris with these personal tours. Paris in full-colour
- Marco Polo Pocket Guide Paris

Includes:: full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the city to life offering you a real taste of what you can see & enjoy on your trip. Touring App
- download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description & map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators & landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing & never get lost again! Street Atlas & pull-out map
- we`ve included a detailed street atlas & a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. A metro map of Paris is also included along with an overview map of Paris` Arrondissements. Useful French phrases
- the essential words & phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Paris to show you around this fascinating city. The comprehensive coverage & unique insights will ensure you experience everything Paris has to offer & more. The special tips, personal insights & unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip
- just arrive & enjoy.











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Paris in the Marco Polo Spiral Guides series is a practical guide presenting the most important things to see & do in the city in a nutshell, & aimed at travellers who don’t have a lot of time to prepare & research for a trip. The guide highlights the top 10 sights, suggests tours & great ideas for exciting days out, & features colour photographs & a pull-out street map & atlas pages. The guide opens with introductory chapters offering general information about the region, its history, art, geography & the people & things that make it worth visiting. Then, the guide divides the area into sections, & for each offers more specific information organised by Getting Your Bearings, Perfect Days giving examples of planned itineraries, the Top 10, Don’t Miss & At Your Leisure. There are planned day itineraries for each area including the best places to eat & drink along the way, accompanied by local map extracts & dotted with useful tips. An additional chapter offers inspirations for walks & tours. The guide concludes with general & practical information, street atlas pages & a removable pull-out map, conveniently stored in a plastic pocket on the back cover. The format is designed with practicality in mind; the spiral binding & the colour coding makes it easy to keep the book open where is needed & render orientation fast & easy, ideal for travellers on the go. ...