Paris
Paris
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I tried my best to hate Paris, as I touched down on a cold December day. Perhaps it was the crisp air, the Christmas lights and decor, or the aroma of freshly baked baguettes that began to win me over. My expectations of unfriendly Parisians firmly intact, I began to explore and realized my preconceived notions of Paris were misguided. Dare I say I was falling in love with the City of Love?
Old world architecture infused with new world charm, Paris has heart, served on a freshly baked croissant. From The Louvre to Disney Paris (yeah I know what you are thinking) Paris has a lot to offer tourists. My five day trip, a week before Christmas, with a daunting itinerary was ambitious and I would not have it any other way.
Architecture
Christmas in Paris
Opera House
In the Streets
Three, Four, or Five Days?
Three, Four, or Five Days?
Three Days - Grab a Baguette and Go!
Three Days - Grab a Baguette and Go!
Visit a few of the must see attractions!
Four Days - Human Pinball
Four Days - Human Pinball
You will be on the move, steps will be walked, and you can check lots of items off your bucketlist!
Five Days - Full Flavor
Five Days - Full Flavor
Five days I believe is enough time to explore much of what Paris has to offer. Take your time and enjoy!
Lets explore!
Lets explore!
Places to See
The Louvre - You may get lost and it will take more time than you planned
Notre Dame Cathedral - Rebuilt and Beautiful
Eiffel Tower - A trip to Paris is not complete without a ride to the top - evening was wonderful
The Thinker - Visit Rodin's museum for The Thinker and stay to explore the entire collection
Catacombs - Eerie and Spectacular!
Christmas Markets - If you are visiting during the holiday season - prepare for crowds!
Time to Eat
Lou Cantou - Enjoyed a great meal here and the staff were friendly
Franprix - I love shopping at a local supermarket when traveling - Nice place to try France/Paris based products
Why Not!
Try Escargot - Tried and actually enjoyed the dish!
Visit Disney Paris - Take a nice train ride and enjoy a day trip to a European version of the Mouse and friends
The Paris CheckList
The Paris CheckList
◻️ Eat a Baguette
◻️ Eat a Baguette
◻️ Visit the Eiffel Tower
◻️ Visit the Eiffel Tower
◻️ Visit The Louvre
◻️ Visit The Louvre
◻️ Explore the Recently Completed Notre Dame
◻️ Explore the Recently Completed Notre Dame
◻️ Take a Tour of a Cemetery
◻️ Take a Tour of a Cemetery
◻️ Try Escargot
◻️ Try Escargot
◻️ Deal with the Crowds to see the Mona Lisa
◻️ Deal with the Crowds to see the Mona Lisa
◻️ Buy 1 Piece of Local Art
◻️ Buy 1 Piece of Local Art
◻️ Take an Awesome Photo
◻️ Take an Awesome Photo
◻️ Ride the Train
◻️ Ride the Train
◻️ Explore the Streets of Paris
◻️ Explore the Streets of Paris
◻️ Visit Auguste Rodin's Museum and Pose with The Thinker
◻️ Visit Auguste Rodin's Museum and Pose with The Thinker
◻️ Explore Musée d'Orsay
◻️ Explore Musée d'Orsay
◻️ Visit the Catacombs
◻️ Visit the Catacombs
◻️ See the Stained Glass at Sainte-Chapelle
◻️ See the Stained Glass at Sainte-Chapelle
◻️ Have a Glass (or Bottle) of Wine
◻️ Have a Glass (or Bottle) of Wine
◻️ Visit the Opera House
◻️ Visit the Opera House
Favorite Photo
Favorite Photo
My trip to France was cold, rainy, and foggy, which led to this interesting shot of the Eiffel Tower in the distance with the antenna engulfed in clouds. The lighting of the street was interesting as it glistened after a round of showers.
Local Art Work
Local Art Work
While rain and cold may have kept many local artists off the streets we finally did locate meet a local artist.
Artists and merchants set up in green booths along the road adjacent to the Seine River.
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