Comments on: Destination Paris: 5 Things I Must Do

By: KAREN

KAREN — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 19:39:09 +0000

I AM VISITING PARIS FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH MY 19 YEAR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER
WE WILL ONLY HAVE 5 DAYS WHAT ARE THE BEST AND MOST FUN PLACES TO VISIT
SHOULD WE BOOK MUSEUM PASSES MAKE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE PLEASE GIVE ME ALL THE SIMPLE IDEAS YOU CAN. WE WANT TO MAKE THIS TRIP FUN AND A LASTING MEMORY FOR US BOTH.

By: Flo

Flo — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:59:29 +0000

You’re better off booking stuff in advance if you’re visiting paris, especially if you only stay for a few days, as you might end up spending half your time queeing for restaurants, museums, etc.

I usually book all my tickets (including travel) online before I leave, to make sure i don’t wate time once I’m there.

There’s a few websites out there that provide u with such services. From the UK I use (link) but it seems they are selling in the states now too.

Hope this helps

By: Francisco Gimenez

Francisco Gimenez — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 18:58:07 +0000

You have tons of recommendations for restaurants and “must see” stuff. If you want to try something the locals do, then go to the Marais. It is the coolest and hippest area in Paris. You may be able to find a cool laptop bag at Muji. If you decide to go to this area you must eat a falafel sandwich/plate at Chez Hanna on Rue Rossiers. It is the best falafel in town.

By: Franck

Franck — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:12:10 +0000

Hi,
I advice you the Costes restaurant, and the one mentionned above is really great, for some cheaper restaurants you should try St-Germain-Des-Pres, there’re a few good restaurants and the area is well-representing Paris atmosphere.

To buy a laptop bag you should go to :
MediaStore Paris at the Palais des Congres, Porte maillot, the store is really worth seeing.
Cheers from London

By: David Hunegnaw

David Hunegnaw — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:09:53 +0000

Did anyone mention Hotel Costes? Check it out… they’re located in 239 rue St-Honore. They’re really known world-wide for their bar and music and actually has a collection of CD’s available for purchase at Amazon, iTunes, and other retailers. DJ Stéphane Pompougnac is their in-house DJ who spins a more lounge-y style of music.

By: todd krieger

todd krieger — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 02:23:33 +0000

rent a bike - the velib system is awesome
hit musee rodin in the 7th - it’s the best
dine at cafe de l’industrie in the bastille
dine at au fer de cheval in the marais
see the monets at the tuileries

By: rekha6

rekha6 — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 22:39:37 +0000

You clearly have more than you could do in a trip 10 times as long, but I can’t help myself:

Musee des Arts et Metiers - history of science, technology, and industry

For a laptop bag, try R-Town - I think the one I’ve been to is in St Germain des Pres: (link)

By: Peter

Peter — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 22:02:08 +0000

Hey Om -

My suggestion is Le Coude Fou (in the 4th), their URL is:
(link)

Good food, cool vibe, easy on the wallet.

Have fun,
-p

By: Gwendal

Gwendal — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 21:15:04 +0000

Hi,

Come on, Paris is not only food and museums ! :-)

A coworking place, namely “La Cantine”, is just opening on December. It is undoubtedly a good place to meet some of the more interesting French guys related with new techologies. This place hosts especially “La Fing” (think tank on cybersociety) or Silicon Sentier (gathering hundred French start-ups).

About La Cantine :
(link)

La Fing :
(link)

Silicon Sentier :
(link)

So, enjoy Frech tech-creators !

By: Marl Balou

Marl Balou — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 21:04:42 +0000

For really good but reasonable restaurants, I would recommend picking from the “Bib Gourmand” list in the venerable Michelin Red Guide. I would also second (or third) the visit to Sacre Coeur in Montmartre… Enjoy…

By: David Koa

David Koa — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 18:11:32 +0000

I would recommend your visiting the Sacre Coeur Basilica in the Montmartre district (and get a great panoramic view of Paris from its hillside location), the Musee d’Orsay and Musee Auguste Rodin.

By: Parag Mathur

Parag Mathur — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:32:44 +0000

Om,

In my book, the Musée d’Orsay is a must see on any trip to Oui Oui (as I like to call Paris). The impressionist section is in a word UNBELIEVABLE.

By: pb

pb — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:26:00 +0000

I’d second the catacombs/ossuary - it’s an oddball place to go, especially if you’ve seen the major sights before. (link)

I also like the geek-architecture that is IMA (link)

By: Tim

Tim — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 12:12:13 +0000

Centre Pompidou is a must-see regardless of what’s on there. Musee D’Orsay has an amazing permanent collection too. Skip the Louvre.

By: Franck Poisson

Franck Poisson — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:08:54 +0000

Om, let’s catch up longer than the last time we met -diner with Beatrice during the Web 2.0 conf.
Email me your contact details.
See u tomorrow.

By: scheikh

scheikh — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:29:42 +0000

You need to eat the french version of cookies, called “macarons” at Ladurée on the Champs Elysées avenue. They are the best in the world. Stop there for quick coffee and macarons. Bring some back to your family too!

Here is the web site for more information:
(link)

Have fun!

Stephane