The Rough Guide to Paris 11

by Blackmore, Ruth; Blackmore, Ruth; Blackmore, Ruth; McConnachie, James; McConnachie, James; McConnachie, James; McConnachie, James; Rough Guides

• ISBN13: 9781843539926
• ISBN10: 1843539926
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-01-21
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

The Rough Guide to Paris provides accounts on the classic must-see sites like the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre, as well as delving deeper and allowing you to discover the less clichéd and commercial side of the city, such as the atmospheric streets of the Marais.Packed with practical, perceptive reviews and hand-picked listings of bars, restaurants, accommodation and more; the authors' recommendations and expert local knowledge will inspire you to experience the best places to eat, stay and party whatever your budget.The guide provides all the info needed to explore every corner of Paris, with individual themed detailed sections; from how to keep the kids' entertained to making the most of the Gay and Lesbian side of Paris.Covering daytrips from the city there are sections on Disneyland Paris, the famous historical city of Versailles, beautiful Monet's Garden at Giverny and more.Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Paris.

Table of Contents

Colour section	p. 1
Introduction	p. 4
What to see	p. 5
When to go	p. 9
Things not to miss	p. 11
Basics	p. 17
Getting there	p. 19
Arrival	p. 24
City transport	p. 26
Costs	p. 30
Money	p. 32
Health	p. 33
Travellers with special needs	p. 35
The media	p. 36
Crime and personal safety	p. 37
Living in Paris	p. 39
Travel essentials	p. 41
City Guide	p. 47
The Islands	p. 49
The Louvre	p. 58
The Champs-Elysees and around	p. 75
The Grands Boulevards and passages	p. 87
Beaubourg and Les Halles	p. 100
The Marais	p. 109
The Quartier Latin	p. 125
St-Germain	p. 140
The Eiffel Tower quarter	p. 154
Montparnasse and southern Paris	p. 170
Montmartre and northern Paris	p. 192
The Bastille and around	p. 210
Eastern Paris	p. 222
Western Paris	p. 242
The suburbs	p. 251
Day-trips from Paris	p. 267
Disneyland Paris	p. 280
Listings	p. 293
Accommodation	p. 295
Cafes and restaurants	p. 312
Bars, clubs and live music	p. 352
Film, theatre and dance	p. 366
Classical music and opera	p. 376
Festivals and events	p. 380
Shops and markets	p. 384
Activities and sports	p. 410
Kids' Paris	p. 423
Gay and lesbian Paris	p. 435
Contexts	p. 441
Language	p. 475
Travel store	p. 491
Small print & Index	p. 495
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