The eternally beautiful grande dame of European cities, Paris boasts an unrivalled range of world-class visitor attractions. But it never rests on its laurels: several old favourites have been revamped & renewed, while the opening of the spectacular Musee du Quai Branly in autumn 2006 confirmed that no-one does museums quite like the Parisians. Paris is at once a city actively in step with its time
- excellent public transport system, major architectural projects on the horizon, vibrant & innovative arts
- & as resonant with romance & history as ever: the flagstones the guillotine once stood on are still in situ, the palace of kings that houses the world's largest museum, the Louvre, is as glorious & grandiose as ever.

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Time Out's resident team helps you get the best out of the City of Light, giving you the inside track on local culture, plus 300 independent restaurant, cafe & bar reviews. As well as covering visitor essentials, Time Out Paris keeps you abreast of the trends, including the rebirth of the chanson, the spectacular Quai Branly museum & the arrival of the boutique hotel. ...

Time Out's resident team helps you get the best from the fascinating French capital in this annual guide. Along with detailed coverage of the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower & all the major attractions, the Time Out Paris Guide gives you the inside track on local culture, with illuminating features & independent reviews throwing the spotlight on everything from ancient street corner cafes to vital new nightclubs. ...

In 1995, Adam Gopnik, his wife, & their infant son left the familiar comforts & hassles of New York for the urbane glamour of Paris. Charmed by the beauties of the city, Gopnik set out to experience for himself the spirit & romance that has so captivated American writers throughout the twentieth century. In the grand tradition of Stein & Hemingway, Gopnik planned to walk the paths of the Tuilleries, to enjoy philosophical discussion in cafes
- in short, to lead the fabled life of an American in Paris. Of course, there was also the matter of raising a child & carrying on with everyday, not-so-fabled life.
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In one of the most inventive travel books in years, Ina Caro invites readers on twenty-five one-day train trips that depart from Paris & transport us back through seven hundred years of French history. Whether taking us to Orleans to evoke the miraculous visions of Joan of Arc, to Versailles to experience the flamboyant achievements of Louis XIV or to the Place de la Concorde to witness the beheading of Marie Antoinette, Caro animates history with her lush descriptions of architectural splendours & tales of court intrigue. Organising her destinations chronologically, Caro appeals not only to the casual tourist but also to the armchair reader. Caro`s passion for & knowledge of France are so impressive that Paris to the Past promises to become one of the classic guidebooks of our time. ...

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Paris, packed with insider tips & ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, & a laminated pull-out map
- all designed to help you see the very best of Paris. Take a Paris walking tour, see world famous artworks at the Louvre, marvel at the Eiffel Tower, or explore beautiful Notre-Dame. From Top 10 parks & gardens to Top 10 things to do for free
- discover the best of Paris with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Paris:- Thirteen easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- Top 10 lists showcase the best attractions in Paris, covering Sacre-Coeur, Arc de Triomphe, Sainte-Chapelle, the Musee d` Orsay & more- Free laminated pull-out map of Paris, plus eleven colour neighbourhood maps- In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Paris`s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out & sightseeing
- Colour-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly & plan your day
- Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop & sightsee, plus useful transport, visa & health information- Colour maps help you navigate with ease- Covers Ile de la Cite & Ile St-Louis, Beaubourg & Les Halles, Marais & the Bastille, Tuileries & Opera, Champs-Elysees, Invalides & the Eiffel Tower, St-Germain, Latin Quarter & Luxembourg, Jardin des Plantes, Chaillot Quarter, Montmartre & Pigalle, & more



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Paris Tourism plan from Michelin with much simplified street presentation, but highlighting main sights & providing on the reverse lists of places to visit, suggested itineraries & themed tours, etc., plus a metro diagram. The plan, coloured by arrondissement, presents a much simplified version of the street network, with just main streets & selected connecting smaller ones. Metro stations are marked, also taxi ranks & embarkation points of Vogu ...

The Paris Tower (Tour Eiffel) Pixel Stickers Puzzle by Stickaz is a decorative design you create & apply to a wall or glass in your house or office. This pixel based model is easy to assemble, all you need is a pen, a ruler & a level; mark your starting point & you can begin to create this minimalist picture. The box contains 270 little plain black square stickers (Kaz), made from thin mat repositionable vinyl & measuring 2x 2cm, & an instructions leaflet. The finished design will measure Approx. 50x 90cm. With Paris Tower Pixel Stickers Puzzle you can have fun while adding a modern decorative touch to your house or office. Please note this item is not suitable for children under the age of 3. ...

In Paris, two couples form an intimacy that will change their lives forever. As they discover the clubs & cafes of the eleventh arrondissement, the four become inseparable, united by deeply held convictions about dating strategies, tunnelling in P.O.W. films &, crucially, the role of the Styrofoam cup in American thrillers. Experiencing the exhilarating highs of Ecstasy & sex, they reach a peak of rapture
- the come-down from which is unexpected & devastating. In his latest novel Dyer fixes a dream of happiness
- & its aftermath
- with photographic precision. Erotic & elegaic, funny & romantic, Paris Trance confirms Dyer as one of Britain's most original & talented writers.


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In this richly illustrated guide, Paris residents Lisa Davidson & Liz Ayre share their inside knowledge of the City of Lights. All the fabled sights are here, from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, with detailed information on how best to visit (purchase a museum pass, for instance, for the best price into museums). Readers will also discover a plethora of lesser known sights (secret Parisian parks & the ultra chic Avenue Montaigne among them), as well as popular excursions, including the marvellous palace of Versailles & the medieval village of Provins. ...