Ten Hidden Gems and Tranquil Retreats in Paris, Paris, France

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Ten Hidden Gems and Tranquil Retreats in Paris

Ten Hidden Gems and Tranquil Retreats in Paris, Paris, France

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Ten hidden gems and tranquil retreats in Paris by Parisian contributor, Hannah Rees.

Paris may be famed for its bustling boulevards, iconic monuments, and energetic café culture, but tucked behind the grandeur lies a quieter, softer side of the city.

Whether you’re a frequent visitor or a first-time traveler, these ten hidden gems and tranquil retreats offer the perfect antidote to the city’s more tourist-heavy spots. Ready to uncover a more peaceful Paris? Let’s explore.

Fortunately, Paris is full of quiet gems hidden away in discreet courtyards or around street corners, just waiting to be discovered by a curious visitor, and here are our top ten favourites.

Tucked away in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont is one of the city’s largest parks, covering an area of around 61 acres, and is a favourite with Parisians, who often head there at weekends to enjoy a picnic.

If you manage to get there, one of the things that will immediately catch your eye is the Temple de la Sibylle, which is the Park’s most iconic feature (you may have already seen it on Instagram, as the view from the lake makes for a very impressive photo). It’s a Corinthian-style temple perched atop a rocky outcrop overlooking the lake, and you can even walk up to it to reverse the view and admire the park and its surrounding neighbourhoods. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Ten Hidden Gems and Tranquil Retreats in Paris
Guide Location: France » Paris
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julia Rees
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
  • Temple de la Sibylle
  • Rosa Bonheur
  • Pavillon Puebla
  • Pavillon du Lac
  • Promenade Plantée
  • Viaduc Café
  • Viaduc des Arts
  • Musée de la Vie Romantique
  • Pigalle
  • Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil
  • Canal Saint-Martin
  • Place de la Bastille
  • Canal de l’Ourcq
  • Musée Marmottan Monet
  • Square du Vert-Galant
  • Parc Montsouris
  • Bois de Boulogne
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • La Cité Florale
  • Rue des Glycines
  • Rue des Iris
  • Rue des Liserons
  • Rue des Orchidées
  • Rue des Volubilis
  • Square des Mimosas

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