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Tips for getting to know Paris this Summer

A summertime trip to beautiful, historical, and culturally rich ‘city of light’- Paris, will be glorious whether you’re traveling for a long weekend or coming back for more. Here’s a quick tip on things to do in this attractive city, which seems relaxed, playful and happy in summers.

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See

In Paris during summers, all indoor fun and culture is replaced by outdoor fun activities and special events are added every late July and August. You get to experience many unique outdoor activities that can make your holidays fabulous! Some of the greatest event includes French Open, Paris Plage, Bastille Day, Fete de la Musique festival, and Paris Cinema Film Festival. All these events are quite popular and can be a fun opportunity to mingle with locals. Other than this, you can also visit the grand churches like Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle and the Oratoire du Louvre at the time when the premises is lit with candles and beautifully decorated. Many churches and cathedrals hold free classical music concerts, offering a completely different experience. The music and lights at these churches create a fantastic atmosphere, so there you have it, enjoy music in Paris for free!

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Eat

It’s always a good idea to follow the lead from the locals when it comes to things like eating the special and best delicacy in the town. Know what’s best in their city from the Parisians. If you’re looking for a perfect evening day out, the restaurant like La Frégate, which is a great spot and a haven for oyster lovers. It also serves some exotic classics such as onion soup or homemade fruit tarts. You can dine here to not only enjoy the scrumptious food but also to soak up the historical Paris. Other options where you can find exotic food are Les Jardins de Bagatelle, Café de la Jatte and Le Bistro des Dames. The French people like to sit and relax while eating, so enjoy your time in the restaurant!

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Shop

If you’re looking forward to an exciting shopping experience in Paris, Summer Sales in Paris is a great opportunity. This is the official sale period in Paris when most of the shops put on many items on sales.  Moreover, the city also hosts several spring and summer fairs (in the lovely Saint Germain neighbourhood) that are meant for Parisians however it can be lot more fun for tourists as well. Apart from shopping, visitors can enjoy great music and lip-smacking food in this street fair.

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Stay

Finding a good accommodation to stay in Paris and deciding which attractions you just can’t miss are probably the two things that keeps boggling your mind. If you prefer a more intimate and comfortable atmosphere to stay, book a rented apartment in neighbourhoods like Saint Germain, Montmartre, Marais, Luxembourg and Rue Montorgueil. Stay in one of our holiday apartments Paris to get a wonderful local experience that the ‘city of light’ has to offer.  

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