Apartment Monceau

The Plaine-Monceau neighbourhood is one of the most affluent districts of Paris and as such it's home to any number of unusual and colourful mansions, including the palace of the Pope of Chocolate (Emile Menier), the famed inventor of the chocolate bar. The district also has graceful architecture, interesting galleries and museums, and beautiful parks.

The Jean-Jacques Henner Museum (6-minute walk) is located in the private mansion of the painter Guillaume Dubufe. The house was used as a studio by fellow painter Jean-Jacques Henner, hence the remarkable red workshop and Third Republic interior decoration.

The enchanting Parc Monceau (7-minute walk) is an English-style park designed by Baron Haussmann and regularly frequented by the rich and famous of Paris. It is the perfect place for a romantic stroll, morning coffee, or simply to escape the bustle of city streets. Located near the entrance to Parc Monceau, you'll find the Cernuschi Museum dedicated to Asian arts.

Art lovers will also want to visit the Saint-Alexandre Nevsky Cathedral (11-minute walk), not only because of its architectural grace and history (the first Russian Orthodox place of worship in France), but also because it was where Pablo Picasso was married Olga Khokhlova in 1918, before witnesses including Jean Cocteau, Max Jacob, and Guillaume Apollinaire.

Foodies are equally catered for. High-end eaters will surely want to try Guy Savoy's three Michelin starred restaurant at 18, rue de Troyon (nine-minute walk).

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Fall in love with la ville lumière during your time in Paris, one of the most famous capital cities in the world.

Everyone has different reasons for visiting this beautiful city. Perhaps you hope to visit some of Paris’ fine museums and art galleries, climb the Eiffel Tower or shop to your hearts content along the iconic boulevards. You may prefer to simply wander around the city parks, enjoy leisurely lunches on the left bank before strolling across Pont Neuf to admire the grandeur of the Louvre.

Discover the many charming neighbourhoods of Paris following the footsteps of famous writers, artists and philosophers. Start off on the right bank in Le Marais, the Jewish quarter, with its boutiques, old bakeries and kiosks selling delicious falafel (expect a queue!) – take a guided walking tour to learn all about this neighbourhood’s heritage. On the other side of the river, soak up the student ambience of the Latin Quarter, home to La Sorbonne, and sip coffee on a café terrace on Boulevard Saint-Germain for a truly iconic Parisian experience.

Meanwhile, a walk around Jardin du Luxembourg is a must, especially for families who will adore the little boats by the fountain, donkey rides, carrousel and a popular new playground (with an entry fee). Pack a picnic and sit on a bench beneath the shady trees as you people watch Parisians and tourists alike making the most of this atmospheric park.     

Keen shoppers will appreciate the likes of Galeries Lafayette as well as the luxury stores of the Champs-Elysées. If you are visiting Le Centre Pompidou, you could also walk up to the vast Forum des Halles for recognisable brands in central Paris. Not forgetting the many markets from the twice-weekly Bastille Market selling delicious food to the sprawling weekend flea market at Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen that dates back to the late 19th century.
 
Embrace the romantic ambience of Paris when you walk by the river on La Rive Droite with beautiful views as you pass Île Saint-Louis and Île de la Cité. It’s especially lovely as evening nears with vibrant bars by the riverside whilst children will love the play areas and climbing walls as you stroll. Look out for the Eiffel Tower in the far distance which sparkles so magically on the hour from dusk.