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With the Paralympic closing ceremony bringing the end of the Olympic period this weekend, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the iconic venues that made up Paris 2024.
Beach volleyball at the Eiffel Tower, fencing in the Grand Palais, archery at Les Invalides and many more, the capital city was the perfect backdrop for the Olympic Games. We couldn’t be prouder of our city!
The Palais Garnier is a 1979-seat opera house that is definitely worth a visit!
Built in the time of Napoleon III, his typical style is reflected in the extremely opulent architecture.
Many of you will recognise it as the setting for Gaston Leroux’s novel ‘The Phantom of the Opera’!
Over 300m up, there is no doubt that you will need a guide to point out all of the iconic landmarks that spring up along the Parisian skyline!
The Iron Lady has many anecdotes to be told, if you follow a tour, you’ll get to hear them all!
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There are so many beautiful gardens in Paris, that this one often flies under the radar. Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil is like stepping into a tropical jungle; with different species of plants from all over the world, koi fish and even birds!
There is nothing more beautiful than the Château of Versailles and its gardens under the summer sun!
If you book a full day tour, not only will you get to explore the State Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the spectacular gardens, you will also spend the afternoon visiting Queen Marie Antoinette’s private estate!
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In 1993, this unused railway was turned into a 4.7km planted walkway, known as the Coulée Verte. It begins near Bastille and ends at Bois de Vincennes. It is actually what inspired the creation of the High Line in New York!
Make the most of the beautiful garden, museum and café at Maison de Balzac. Not to mention an incredible view of the Eiffel Tower that not many people know about!
One of the most renowned French writers and an inspiration for many that followed, the museum is now located within Balzac’s former home.
Hours could be spent wandering through the quaint streets of Montmartre. Following a walking tour unveils all the secrets of the past of the artists’ quarter!
Picasso’s studio, the inspiration for Renoir’s ‘Bal du moulin de la Galette’ and Dalida’s house are all waiting to be discovered. Of course, we mustn’t forget Sacré Cœur and the beautiful view if offers of Paris!
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Are you already missing the Olympics?
Many museums and galleries around Paris are holding Olympics-related exhibitions. One of our favourites is Olympisme at the Louvre, which explores the creation of the first modern Olympic Games.
It is on until 16th September 2024.
This recently opened museum offers a sneak peak into the life of President Macron at the Palais de l’Élysée.
Videos show you how the silversmiths and florists prepare the tables, a collection of items gives an idea of the kind of gifts the President and his wife have received over the years and there is even a recreation of his office!
Millions of Parisians lie beneath their city in the catacombs that were formerly quarries… because where else were they supposed to put the bones?
The contents of all the city’s cemeteries were transferred near the end of the 1700’s because they were provoking public health problems.
The best bit about taking a tour of the catacombs is that you get to see parts of this underground labyrinth that are otherwise closed to the public and can only be accessed with a guide!
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If you’re on the hunt for contemporary art… this is the place for you!
With over 15,000 works of art, you get to see the likes of Picasso, Matisse, Modigliani and many other great names all in one place.
Not only is there some incredible art, but it is all found within an incredible building: the Palais de Tokyo, which was built for the 1937 World Fair.
There are almost 200 churches in Paris, each one deserves to be admired for its beautiful architecture.
Here we have Église de Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont and Église Saint-Sulpice; each offers a different architectural style: Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque.
They are also a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the Parisian streets, as well as the summer heat!
It would take 100 days to see every piece of art at the Louvre, if you looked at each one for 30 seconds! Following a tour makes this museum, the largest in the world, much more manageable. Don’t worry… you still get to see the Mona Lisa!
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The manufacturing secrets of perfume are unveiled at the Musée du Parfum in Paris!
Maison Fragonard gives an insight into the history of fragrance, with a fabulous collection of ancient bottles from times gone by.
Don’t forget to take a look around their boutique to discover their collection!
Welcome to Musée Carnavalet!
Opened in 1880, the oldest City of Paris museum tells the unique story of the capital city through 618,000 items.
The beautiful café Fabula is also currently open in the gardens for summer!
Île de la Cité is where Paris began, it was the home of Kings and now boasts some beautiful attestations to this history with Notre-Dame Cathedral (the first fully gothic cathedral in the world), the Conciergerie (Marie Antoinette’s prison) and Sainte-Chapelle (a stained-glass masterpiece).
Why not take a tour of this incredible island that forms the heart of Paris?
In 1872, Sir Richard Wallace created Wallace fountains. Now, in 2024, there are 106 of these fountains located throughout Paris.
At a time when we are fighting against single-use plastic water bottles, we can make the most of these fountains as they provide clean drinking water to the city.
Be Parisian, drink tap water!
Calling all cheese lovers!
In June, the Musée Vivant du Fromage opened its doors, welcoming you in to discover the heritage of cheese in France. Offering a boutique, a museum filled with interactive activities, workshops and tastings, it is every cheese enthusiasts dream!
A tour through Musée d’Orsay is like following a step-by-step recipe for Impressionism.
Located in a former railway station (making the building a work of art in itself), this museum takes you on a journey as artists moved from painting what they learnt, to what they saw and eventually to what they felt - as seen in the pieces of Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Cézanne and many more.
Following a tour allows you to develop an understanding of this journey, so take a look at our website: https://memories-france.travel
The Napoleon III apartments have reopened at the Louvre!
The picture of opulence, these apartments have been open to the public since 1993, but have recently undergone renovations, meaning now is the perfect time to pay them a visit.
If you’re looking for something a bit less traditional than your typical art museum or gallery, 59 Rivoli is the perfect place!
You get to wander through the studios of 30 different artists, at times even seeing the artists at work. Exposing contemporary art in a fun and unique way.
Join us as we follow a walking tour through Le Marais!
Not only are the streets of this neighborhood unbelievably picturesque, but they are also full of history. We learnt about the role of Le Marais in the lives of the Jewish community, the gay community, and formerly the aristocrats of the city.
Take at a look at our website if you’d be interested in joining a walking tour (there’s no better way to explore the city!): https://memories-france.travel
_________ is the first place anyone who comes to Paris should visit!
We think the beautiful Place des Vosges or maybe even our boutique at 2 Quai de Gesvres, what do you think? Let us know!
We're thrilled to have been awarded the Travelers' Choice Award 2024 by TripAdvisor!
Here's what they told us:
'The Travelers’ Choice Awards honor recognizes businesses that consistently deliver great service. You’re part of an exclusive group, ranking among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor'.
A big THANK YOU to all our wonderful guests, who not only chose us to show them around Paris, but who also took the time to write and post reviews for us afterwards. It means such a lot to us and to the guides who work with us to read all your kind comments and feedback.
And of course thank you to the amazing team of Paris guides here, for leading our tours with professionalism and passion and for sharing their love and knowledge of our beautiful city every day with our guests.
We are all excited to share our Paris with you this summer and beyond!
With the Olympic Games fast approaching, striving for a zero plastic Paris is more important than ever before. To demonstrate our commitment to this scheme, we have a water fountain installed in our boutique at 2 Quai de Gesvres, allowing people to fill up their water bottles, in order to eliminate single use plastic water bottles.
Be Parisian, drink tap water!
Do you recognise this gorgeous view?
During the summer months, you can visit the dome of the Panthéon, and see this beautiful panoramic view of the city.
If you visit this iconic monument, make sure to take a few more minutes to go upstairs.
This picturesque town not far from Paris is where Vincent Van Gogh spent the final weeks of his life.
If you’ve seen the painting in the final photo of this post, which is at the Musée d’Orsay, then you should definitely take the time to visit the church that inspired it.
Accessible from Paris by train, this is the perfect place for an afternoon away from the city.
The perfect picnic spot for a sunny afternoon in Paris!!
With stunning views on the city, including the gorgeous Sacré-Cœur, this is the ideal spot to have a chilled afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
This is:
📍Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
For the lovers of history and literature: la Maison Victor Hugo.
One of France’s most celebrated authors lived in this charming flat overlooking the stunning Place des Vosges in the vibrant Le Marais neighbourhood; and you can visit it for free!
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One of the most incredible experiences in Paris at the moment: Aura Invalides light show! This truly breathtaking display combines visuals with music to create an unforgettable experience in the chapel of Les Invalides - where you can also find the tomb of Napoleon. Have you been? Are you planning to go? Let us know in the comments! #aurainvalides #lesinvalides #hoteldesinvalides #napoleon #paris #parisfrance #parismuseum #travelparis #exploreparis #travelguide #insiderguide #travelinspiration #parisgram #hiddenparis #visitingparis #paristips #discoverparis #explore #travellover #traveldeeper #museumgram #visitparis #insidertip #wheretogo #TravelTips #hiddengems #hiddengem #parissecret #travelinspo #TravelInspiration
Planning your trip to Paris and not sure what to do/where to go? Here are some ideas to help you plan 🤗 #ultimatebucketlist #bucketlist #bucketlisttravel #visitingparis #paristourisme #seemyparis #museumlife #travelparis #parisjetaime #mymemoriesoffrance
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Happy weekend from Paris! No filters, no editing, just last night’s incredible sunset that we were lucky enough to witness at the Eiffel Tower😍 📷Siobhan Pigot #paris #sunsetinparis #parisjetaime #eiffeltower #toureiffel #parisinthesoring #mothernature #mothernaturerocks #beautifuldestinations #beautifulworld #mymemoriesoffrance
Today at midday the bells of Notre Dame rang out calling for peace in Ukraine, in unison with many other cathedral and church bells throughout France and across Europe. The oldest and biggest of the 10 bells in Notre Dame Cathedral, baptised Emmanuel and known as 'Le Grand Bourdon', rang for 7 minutes - 1 minute for each of the 7 days of war in Ukraine. Le Bourdon is the heaviest bell in the cathedral at 13 tons and was made in 1686, sponsored by King Louis XIV himself. This bell is not rung often. The European Association of Architects & Cathedral Works, which includes the Cathedral Saint Sophia in Kyiv says: “Through this ringing, we remember the dead of all the countries involved. With this bell, we carry in our thoughts all those affected by this war. With this ringing, we call for peace, and we will express our gratitude if the guns fall silent. We join with them. 🙏 🇺🇦
Did you know you can visit the infamous prison in Paris where Marie-Antoinette spent her last days? The Conciergerie, sitting on the Ile de la Cite in the heart of the city, was originally built as a medieval palace, and was once considered to be one of the finest palaces in the world. In the 14th century King Charles V decided he preferred to live in the Louvre, so the court moved out and handed it over to Parliament, to be looked after by a Concierge, hence the name. During the French Revolution it became a prison known as the 'antichamber of death', also home to the revolutionary tribunal. In a town now full of jails, it was one of the most notorious, overcrowded with prisoners and crawling with vermin. You literally couldn’t breathe: in the worst sections a candle would not stay lit because of lack of oxygen and people really suffocated. if you got out, you generally got out, like Marie-Antoinette did, in a cart headed to the guillotine. Want to see what the revolutionary prison cells were like and learn more about the final days of Marie-Antoinette and many others? Join us on our tour of Notre Dame's island, and we'll take you in! 📍 2 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 📷 Siobhan Pigot
The Louvre’s Pyramid is something you either love or hate. Here at Memories we like to tell you the stories behind the monuments, museums and streets of our beautiful city, and the people that have gone before us and left their mark on it. That way you can decide for yourselves, fully equipped with all the facts. 😃 If we take a longer look this now iconic structure, hated by many when it was first unveiled, maybe we can understand it a little better. François Mitterand was president of France from 1981 to 1995. In the run up to the Bicentennial of the French Revolution in 1989, he wanted to transform the city, and one of the ways he did this was to overhaul the entrance to the Louvre. IM Pei was the architect chosen to leave his structural signature on a building that spans hundreds of years of different styles and purposes – he decided on a glass pyramid, that would be all “Harmony majesty sobriety.” For a museum who owes much of its fame to a collection coming from Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign, this has a certain symbolic symmetry to it. Further though than that, pyramids speak of perfect eternal forms, that stand firm forever in the face of change, of centuries that come and go. Finally the form might recall the tip of an iceberg, hinting at all the treasures submerged and hidden below the surface. Pei’s pyramid, whatever you think of it, is also more than meets the eye. If you're planning a trip to Paris and would like to learn more about the fascinating history of the Louvre, once royal palace to the kings, now home to some of the greatest artworks in the world, join us! We'd love to tell you more! 📷 Siobhan Pigot
We launch in 9 days 🚀 Join us as we bring slow tourism to Paris. Stay tuned for more updates! @voxcity_official #voxcitywalks #paris #explorefrance #exploreparis #explorewithlocals #slowtourism #localtourism #responsibletourism #mymemoriesoffrance
It’s been 260 days... the Eiffel Tower reopened today and we were lucky enough to be among the first in the lifts. 🤩 Seeing the tower quiet and empty over these past months has been a strange experience. The smiles on the faces of the staff and the excitement among the visitors waiting outside this morning was like a breath of fresh air. We’re not quite out of this yet, but seeing our Iron Lady come back to life brings a smile to all our faces. 💕 Our visits will start again soon! We hope you’ll join us and our team of passionate, professional guides for an in-depth visit of this fascinating and incredible monument. @toureiffelofficielle #eiffeltower #toureiffel #reopening #paris #parisjetaime #mymemoriesoffrance
🇺🇸 We recently told you about an exhibition of the beautiful dresses created by the famous French seamstress Gabrielle Chanel. Her clothes are not the only success story of Mademoiselle Chanel: her perfume N° 5 which became a big hit very fast in her time, is still hugely successful. The house of Chanel is currently opening a pop-up store in Paris to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of this iconic perfume. A temporary store has been set up to celebrate this flagship product of the brand. A special collection based around the fragrance N° 5 will be presented here in a space that mixes luxury and industrial vibes. You'll also have the opportunity to discover the history of the perfume and its manufacture through animations installed in the pop-up store. 🇨🇵 Nous vous avons récemment parlés des magnifiques robes créer par la célèbre couturière française Gabrielle Chanel. Elles ne sont pas les seules à avoir fait succès parmi toutes les créations de mademoiselle Chanel, son parfum n°5 devenu incontournable très rapidement à son époque, fait encore succès. La maison Chanel ouvre un pop-up store pour fêter les 100 ans de ce parfum iconique. Un espace éphémère a été mis en place pour célébrer ce produit phare de la marque. Une collection spéciale autour du parfum n°5 va vous être présenté dans un espace melant le luxe et l'industriel. Vous aurez également l'opportunité de découvrir l'histoire du parfum et sa fabrication grâce à des animations installés dans le pop-up store. 📍 17 rue des Commines, 75003 Paris 📷 Gaelle Pakasa
📽️ Join us for Episode 3 of our video series about famous French historical figures, events, sites and much more, all explained by an expert guide. 2021 marks 200 years since the death of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode Hervé tells us about his exile, the end of his life, his death and repatriation to France, along with some rumours and legends around the cause of his death and the identity of the body buried in his spectacular tomb in Paris. #napoleon #paris
FB 📽️ Join us for Episode 2 of our video series about famous French historical figures, events, sites and much more, all explained by an expert guide. Joan of Arc - myth or reality? This week Hervé tells us about the incredible - and short - life of Joan of Arc. In the 1400's the stage is set for a mad king, 100 years of bloody war, and a 17 year old girl with no military training leading a huge army to great victories. This was quickly followed by power games, manipulation and betrayal, leading to accusations of witchcraft and her death by burning at the stake at just 19 years old. Soldier, martyr, saint and symbol of France, the legend of Joan of Arc is enduring and powerful. Hervé tells you her fascinating story.
Today we're launching the first of our series of videos about famous French historical figures, events, sites and much more, all explained by an expert guide. We kick off with Queen Marie-Antoinette and the fascinating (and complicated!) affair of the diamond necklace - much talked about currently due to the smash hit series Lupin on Netflix. Hervé will tell you this incredible story. You'll learn that the real life stories can be more incredible than fiction!
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