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French Escapade - Southbound

sandy g

My husband and I are going on a riverboat tour May, 2025. We will be in Paris a day early & i would like some suggestions for an activity we could enjoy. If anyone knows of an interesting art museum or another fun activity any recommendations would be greatly appreciated .
Thanks in advance.
Sandy G

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kfnknfzk

Museums are plentiful. I would suggest doing some research to narrow down your selection. The Marais area has everything—art galleries, shopping, restaurants (great falafels). For a truly fun excursion, take the little train/trolley to Montmartre, the highest point in Paris offering magnificent views. The farther away from the town's center, the quieter and quainter it becomes. It is one of my favorite spots in Paris. The hotel concierge can assist with the logistics.

sandy g

Thanks so much. Is there any where specific that you would recommend if we were to go to the Morais district?

British

Try this website, its first in a last when you google Marais district

https://www.parisinsidersguide.com/marais-paris.html

kfnknfzk

I typically stay within the confines of the Jewish Quarter. Many places there are closed on the Sabbath (Saturday). It's easy to branch off from there and just meander around. I did not look at British's suggestion, but I'm sure it offers other options. Please report back and enjoy the tour.

the moores

It really depends on what you like. The Marais is one of my favorite areas but if you don't like Picasso and really like medieval art /Lady of the Tapestries go to the Cluny Museum and then walk to the nearby Saiinte Chapelle if you like stained glass. If you are into fashion visit Galerie Dior. If you want a specialty museum the Gustave Moreau Museum and a tour of the Opera Guarnier are near your hotel. If you really like walking in parks and modern architecture combine the two with the Vuitton Fondation (checking first to see which exhibit is on) and then go to the Bois de Bologne. I've even rented a rowboat there. Or combine going to the Cite de l'architecture et du Patrimonie museum (I treally like it) and then if you are tired of being on your feet go to the nearby Bateau Mouche and take a tour boat down the Seine. Possibilities are endless.

Check out the recommendation by British and even look at other websites or tour books so you can personalize your time in Paris. We all have different interests and Paris provides something for everyone.

PS: If Tauck gives you tickets to the Musee d'Orsay go first thing in the morning and start on the top floor and work your way down - less congestion as people tend to linger at the art on the top floor.

kfnknfzk

I, as well, recommend Sainte-Chapelle for its stunning stained glass windows. We stumbled upon it when we were just meandering around on our first visit to Marais. Some of the best treasures can be found when just strolling around with no set itinerary in mind. Just explore!

Lacy

We are going to Paris for 4 days in July Before the French Escapade River cruise. Check out Le Foodist Cooking school, the one with market visit and lunch. We did this three years ago and it was so much fun, we are doing it again. Notre Dame is also now open after a 4+ year renovation- we booked a private tour of it.. We are also going on a Seine river cruise. And there is a restaurant called Jules Verne in the Eiffel Tower. We are having dinner there. It is not cheap but the views are amazing. We are also having Dinner and a show at the Moulin Rouge.

Mimitravels

We attended a ballet at the Opera House https://www.operadeparis.fr/en

kfnknfzk

We have had very nice meals at L’Opéra Restaurant but it changed hands and is now called BeauCoCo. The menu looks quite nice.