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Paris is full of parks and green gardens where it is pleasant to rest or have a picnic in the summer.

Here is a list of some Parisian gardens where it is good to walk.

The Parisian gardens on the right bank of Paris

The Champ de Mars gardens was opened in 1780 and extends between the Ecole Militaire and the Effel Tower. It is especially the place of great national manifestations.

Not far from here you can also walk in the gardens of Trocadero which give a magnificent view of the Effel Tower and which have in their center the famous fountain of Warsaw and its 20 water cannons ! They were opened in 1937. Some sculptures adorn some parts of the garden.

The Jardin d’Acclimatation brings together green spaces, an amusement park and activities for the whole family. It was created in 1860 in the Bois de Boulogne. Catering services are also available within the park for a break.

The tuileries gardens is located between the Louvre Museum and the Place de la Concorde. It is a place for walk for Parisians and foreign visitors. There are statues of Giacometti, Rodin and Maillol. In South of the gardens, you will find the Orangery Museum.

The Parisian gardens on the left bank of Paris

The Jardin des Plantes near the Austerlitz train station is a good place for a stroll and where you will also find the natural history museum, the large botanical greenhouses as well as the menagerie and zoo plant garden.

The Jardin du Luxembourg is located near the Saint-Michel district in the 6th neigborhood. It has an area of 25 Hectares and is divided into two parts: a French garden and an English one. You will also find an apple orchard, an apiary and greenhouses. The garden also has 106 statues and the famous Medici fountain. Free exhibitions and concerts are held in the bandstand.

The gardens of the Bois de Vincennes in the 12th neigborhood is one of the largest gardens in Paris. You will discover the Floral Park, a lake where you can ride a boat and many activities for the whole family.

To know other places and gardens of Paris, do not hesitate to ask to your Aloha’s team.

Paris is full of places to visit including several known and unknown places.

Here is a list of Parisian squares to see and not to miss when you visit Paris !

The Parisian squares on the right bank of Paris not to be missed

The famous Place Charles de Gaulle formerly named Place de l’Etoile commemorates the disappearance of the former President of the Republic.

But do you know why she was named Place de l’Etoile ?

Well it’s because of the 12 avenues that arrive on the square and form a star. In the center of the square is the Arc de Triomphe.

The Place de la Concorde in the 8th neighborhood is known for its obelisk of Luxor (heavy 230 tons !) On which are inscribed Egyptian writings. This is the oldest monument in Paris since it was built in 1836 !

The place of the Republic is very appreciated by the Parisians. Recently renovated, nine streets serve it too. The statue at its center represents Marianne adorning an olive branch, the symbol of the Republic.

5 metro lines serve this place located in one of the trendiest areas of Paris.

The Parisian squares not to be missed on the left bank of Paris

The July column of the Place de la Bastille in the 12th neighborhood commemorates the three glorious. In its center you will find a golden bronze statue with the names of the revolutionaries who died for freedom.

On the Place de la Nation, you will find statues – allegories of the Republic-: the popular force, the genius of freedom, justice and equity, work, abundance, wealth and education. The sculpture symbolizes Marianne’s end on a chariot pulled by two lions.

For more information on places not to be missed check our staff.

Paris is full of museums, squares but also historical monuments to visit during a weekend or more in the capital.

Here are some ideas of places to visit with all the practical information for your visit.

Historical monuments to visit on the right bank of Paris

– The Basilica of the Sacred Heart is located in the 18th neighborhood and is a place of worship accessible to all for free between 6 am and 10.30 pm. It has a Romano-Byzantine style, and offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the capital.
Inside the ceiling is covered with the largest mosaic in France!

– You can also visit the Opera Garnier in the 9th neighborhood which offers opera and choreographic performances. The Access costs between 11 and 12 euros.

– The Arc de Triomphe is located on Place de l’Etoile and is the largest bow in the world ! A museum is accessible inside. The visit costs between 9 and 12 euros.

Historical monuments to visit on the left bank of Paris

– The Eiffel Tower is without a doubt the symbolic historical monument of Paris with its 325 m height. On the first floor you will discover the shops, in the second a gourmet restaurant called Jules Vernes and on the third floor you can enjoy the panoramic view. Its entrance is paying.

– The Pantheon is home to a necropolis of public figures such as Victor Hugo and Alexandre Dumas. Moreover between April and October of each year you will be able to appreciate the sight of Paris since the colonnade of the dome. His visit costs between 7 and 9 euros the entrance.

– The Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris with its Gothic architecture is the most visited monument in France! It is located in the historic center of Paris at the end of the Ile de la Cité. The visit is free for all except for the access to the towers.

For more information on historical monuments to visit, visit the website of the Office of Tourism of Paris.

Before its urbanization, Paris and its region were major producers of wine. Some vines were planted here and there in the 20th century. During your walk in the capital, you will be able to discover some of them.

Here is a sketch of the vines that you can find on both sides in Paris.

The vines planted in the North of Paris

The vineyards of Montmartre are without a doubt the most famous. Planted in 1932, they represent 2000 feet.

In the 19th neighborhood you will also find vineyards on the hill Bergeyre. It is a hidden corner at 100 meters altitude not far from the Buttes Chaumont. The planted vines result from a mixture resulting from a blend of Chardonnais, Muscat, Sauvignon and Chasselas.

The Belleville vines were planted on the sides of Belleville Park in 1992. You will discover 250 square meters of Pinot de Meunier and Chardonnay vineyards and a superb view of the city not to be missed!

The vines planted in the South of Paris

The Pinot noir, miller and pearl vines were planted in 1983 in George Brassens Park in the 15th neighborhood of Paris.

At the Park of Bercy, which was the largest wine and spirits market in the 19th century, you will find 350 feet of Sauvignon and Chardonnay on 650 square meters of surface, planted in 1996. You can also admire the orangery of the park and as his greenhouse, his kitchen garden and pergolas.

For more information on the vineyards of Paris, visit the website www.unjourdeplusaparis.com

The literary cafes are places not to be missed in Paris where there is a charming and nostalgic atmosphere. Whether for a coffee or an aperitif, there are several cafes where it is good to stop.

What are the different literary cafes in the city ?

Here are some addresses of literary cafes to remember.

The main literary cafes of the sixth district

The Closerie des Lilas is a café located in Port Royal and frequented during the 19th century by intellectuals such as Ernest Hemingway, Emile Zola or Pablo Picasso. The inscription on his sign is in pink lily and the lush exterior. Inside you will find mosaic boards and woodwork.

La Palette is located in the Saint-Germain des Prés district and is decorated with paintings and ceramics. This coffee bar was attended by Julia Roberts as well as Hemingway and Picasso.

In the same area, you will find the café des deux magots, frequented at the time by surrealist artists such as Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, Albert Camus and James Joyce. Inside, two statues representing mandarins look at the room. The benches are in red moleskin and waiters are dressed in black and white.

The Café de Flore is the famous place of famous writers and philosophers such as Robert Desnos or Raymond Queneau. The interior is rather of Art Deco style.

The Procope café is the oldest restaurant since it was founded in 1686. It was visited by many intellectuals such as Voltaire, Balzac or Verlaine.

The literary cafes of the 14th district not to be missed

We can cite the Coupole which is a Parisian brasserie located in Montparnasse with a plaster sculpture in it. It was frequented by Edith Piaf and Picasso.

In the same district, you will find the Brasserie le Dôme frequented since 1900 by many intellectuals, poets, sculptors and models.

To discover other addresses, visit www.parisencore.com

The capital offers the visit of various animal parks for young and old.

From mammals, to birds to fish, all categories of animal families are represented.

Here is a list of places to visit and discover alone or in a group.

The animal parks of Paris to visit

One of the largest animal parks in Paris is the zoological park of Vincennes in the 12th neighborhood. On 14.5 hectares and 4km of course, this park offers the visit of 5 biozones: Madagascar, Europe, Guyana, Patagonia, Sahel-Sudan with zebras, sea lions and baboons for example. This park was renovated after three renovations and reopened in 2014.

The menagerie of the Jardin des Plantes proposes a route and discoveries of different animals (1800 in total!) And is the oldest animal park since it dates from the 18th century.

The aquariums to discover and visit in Paris

The aquarium of Paris is located in the Trocadero gardens and has 47 pools with 10,000 fishes and 37 sharks! This is the biggest shark basin in France. In addition, the aquarium offers interactive shows and entertainments and has two movie theaters.

The tropical aquarium of Porte Dorée in the 12th neighborhood offers 5000 animals of fresh water and sea. The goal is to preserve the aquatic fauna. The building was renovated in 1986.

Animal parks and aquariums in the Paris’ area

The Sea Life aquarium is located to 30 minutes from Paris at Marne la Vallée. In the center of Val d’Europe, it offers the visit of 50 basins on a surface of 2500 square meters with stingrays and other sharks as well as games-courses for children.

The animal park Hi Han in Roissy en Brie is a closed educational animal farm where there are donkeys, pigs, ducks, geese …

The Monkey Land in Lumigny in the south-east of Paris is a space where monkeys and birds are exposed on a surface of 20 hectares.

For more ideas of visits consult the site http://www.zoonaute.net/blog/2015/07/15/france-iledefrance/

When you visit Paris, one of the city’s most romantic ballads is without a doubt visiting the island Saint Louis.

Discover the romantic setting of the island Saint Louis and the corners not to be missed!

The charming hotels of the island Saint Louis

The Lambert Hotel is one of the most beautiful hotels with Louis XIV style architecture. Many decorations dating from the 17th century disappeared during a fire in 2013! Voltaire even found refuge there in the 18th century!

The hotel Bretonvilliers meanwhile was built in the 17th century but was largely destroyed. There remains only the pavilion visible since the street of Bretonvilliers and the street Saint Louis in the Island. The hotel was destroyed in 1874 during the construction of the Pont de Sully in particular.

The hotel de Lauzun has an architecture dating back to the 17th century and is famous for having hosted personalities such as Charles Beaudelaire or Théophile Gauthier who smoked Opium among others in search of an artificial paradise.

The Chenizot hotel has one of the most beautiful facades of the island with its sumptuously decorated porch.

The architecture to discover in Saint Louis Island.

The apartments of the island Saint Louis give a direct view of the Seine and the banks of the Seine, especially at the quai de Béthune lined with magnificent facades and portals.

Also discover the church of St. Louis in the Baroque island. Most of its ornaments date back to the 19th century, but it was looted during the Revolution.

The Saint Louis street en Ile is the busiest shopping street on the island. It crosses the island from East to West. You can find the famous Berthillon shop!

The street Regrettier, where there is a statue without a broken head stands during the Revolution is not to be missed! It is also said that the old name of this street (the street without test) comes from the sign of an old shop representing a woman without a head.

To discover more addresses, visit the site unejourdeplusaparis.com

Paris is full of activities and museums to do alone or in groups. But what are the activities and places to visit in the 15th district around Aloha Youth Hostel?

Here are some ideas for sightseeing in the 15th district around Aloha.

Parks and gardens to visit around Aloha

Georges Brassens Park is a medium-sized park (8.5 hectares) where it is pleasant to stroll. It is built on old slaughterhouses and there is an apiary, a river, a vineyard and a garden of “scents”. For children you will discover a playground, a carousel, ping-pong tables and even pony rides!

The André Citroën Park adjoins the 16th neighborhood and has a size of 14 hectares. It consists of long, flat lawns and water jets. It also offers greenhouse tours.

The Garden of the small belt of the 15th neigborhood is on an old railway line of 32 km long. It offers unusual landscapes and different varieties of plants.

Museums to visit around Aloha

The Postal Museum in the 15th neighborhood offers various exhibitions, workshops and activities around the stamp and history of the stamp.

Warnings : It is currently in construction!

The Jean Moulin Museum is the museum dedicated to General Leclerc de Hauteclocque and the liberation of Paris. It is located near the Montparnasse train station and the access to the permanent collections is free.

The Bourdelle Museum offers exhibition spaces open on a garden at a few steps from the Montparnasse train station. You will discover Antoine Bourdelle’s old workshops dating from the 19th century as well as the modern part of Christian de Portzamparc.

Activities to do around Aloha

You can enjoy a space with a water park and water jets at Aquaboulevard or refresh yourself at the 50-meter-long Keller pool in the heart of Beaugrenelle.

The old and used book market along Georges Brassens Park was founded in 1987 under halls. It is located in the South of the 15th neighborhood. It takes place every Saturday and Sunday of the year from 9:00 a.m to 6:00 om and gathers about sixty booksellers.

The Panoramic Observatory of the Montparnasse tower offers you a breathtaking view of the rooftops of Paris. The entry fee cost 17 euros and cost between 8.50 euros and 15 euros for the reduced rate. It also offers a restaurant with panoramic views of the capital.

To find other activities, visit www.unjourdeplusaparis.com

There are a lot of museums in the capital that will seduce both children and adults by the subject they purpose. Here is a list of museums to discover in Paris to privilege what you like.

Museums in Paris specialized “science and discovery”

The Museum of Science and Industry is located in the 19th neighborhood at the Villette and includes the Geode, the City of Children, permanent exhibitions. Aimed at children and adults, you will be both spectator and actor. You will discover scientific exhibitions or watch documentaries in 3D or IMAX for example.

The Museum of Arts and Crafts is located in the 3rd neighborhood and offers 3000 objects and inventions classified by area on three floors.

The large Gallery of Evolution is located near the Austerlitz station. You will discover life-size animals from yesterday to nowadays and exhibitions on the evolution of the human species.

Good to know: interactive animations will delight your children.

Paris museums of “Great French artists”

The museum of Victor Hugo is located on the Place des Vosges and allows visitors to discover the universe and apartments on 280 square meters of the poet and novelist who lived there during nearly 15 years.

The Museum of Romantic Life is located in the mansion of painter Ary Scheffer.

The Orangerie museum is located in the Tuileries Garden. You will discoverthe world of Claude Monet and the Impressionists, his Nymphéas, or the paintings of the artists Renoir, Matisse and Picasso.

Paris museums oriented “Non-Western civilizations”

The Quai Branly Museum, next from the Effel Tower, presents the arts of non-Western civilizations by continents and countries such as Asia, Africa and India.

The Guimet Museum presents Asian arts collections from around the world.

The Arab World Institute is a real cultural center dedicated to the Muslim world in the 5th neighborhood.

To discover more museums, go to the website www.unjourdeplusaparis.com