| They're Not In Your Guidebook Tips About Your New Frenchy Rentals Neighborhood and Getting Around Paris |
Supermarkets near St. Lazare: Rue des Martyrs will offer you food shopping options galore, but if you are
looking for an actual supermarket, just peek out the living room window of this apartment and you'll see the
SHOPI. The prices are reasonable, and it can’t be much more convenient. There's also a Franprix just off rue
des Martyrs on the right side as you start walking up the hill. Note that this Franprix is open Sunday, when
SHOPI is closed.
Supermarkets near Dunkerque: Just down rue Dunkerque you'll find the Franprix supermarket on the left,
and a bit further down you'll find the Ed supermarket. And be sure you don't miss the fresh market around the
park at Square d'Anvers on Friday afternoons. Plan to stock up on seriously delicious edible goodies there.
Supermarkets near Fontaine and Fontaine II: Can't get much closer than the brand-new G20
supermarket, located between these two apartments on rue Fontaine. Or, head north to Place Blanche to the
Monoprix. The Monoprix also offers good variety at Place Blanche (right near the metro Blanche.) Just
remember the grocery store is downstairs, while clothing and household goods are upstairs. Monoprix is open
until 10 p.m. and closed on Sunday.
Supermarkets near Marcadet 1 & Marcadet 2: Head down the street to Franprix, about a two-minute walk
away from the apartments on rue Marcadet. There is also a Monoprix around the corner on rue Vauvenargues
and another Franprix at the corner of Lamarck and Damremont.
Supermarkets near Damrémont: The Franprix at the corner of Damrémont and Lamarck is your closest
supermarket, which is just to the left outside the front door of the apartment building. To your left, you will
find the Cocci Market, which is a bit more expensive, but open late and on days when Franprix is closed.
Supermarkets near Constance: Just walk out the door to rue Lepic and you'll see the G20 supermarket
down the hill on your right and the Huit a 8 just across the street on rue Lepic. And of course, rue Lepic itself
offers fresh food galore. If you prefer Monoprix, keep walking down rue Lepic and you'll find it at Place Blanche.
Don't forget our favorite, Picard: While you're making yourself at home in your apartment, keep your eye
out for your neighborhood Picard. What is Picard? It's a frozen food store. Why would you want to eat frozen
food on vacation? Because the store in itself is an adventure and choices are nothing like US frozen food. Their
stuff is delicious: tartes, appetizers, main courses, meats, desserts, sauces, herbs - even sushi! You can even
get escargot loaded up with garlic butter sauce in the shell; just heat it up. Some items, like their desserts, only
need to be defrosted. Browse "Le Catalogue" and check out the selection: www.picard.fr.
Nearby Market Streets
Rue Lepic - Although this street was made famous by the movie "Amelie" and the café where the movie was
shot, it still offers plenty of good food and window shopping as you head up to rue des Abbesses. Several
green grocers line the street as you head up the hill, along with a fromagerie, a couple of paitisseries and a
wine shop. Don't forget the fish monger on the corner!
Rue des Martyrs - Made famous by The New York Times article that called it "a slice of village life," this street
has all the Parisian atmosphere you could want along with tasty treats pulling you in every direction. If you need
a break from food shopping, sit down and enjoy a little Italian food at Fuxia at No. 25. They also have a market
selling Italian groceries and prepared foods uphill from the restaurant.
Barbès Rochechouart - On Saturdays near the Barbès Rochechouart metro stop, adventure into the culinary
heart of multi-cultural Paris and experience the intriguing smells and overwhelming variety of the cuisines of
North Africa. Be bold - produce prices are great but the crowds are monumental!
Les Batignolles "BIO" Organic Market - On Saturday mornings along the median on Blvd. des Batignolles,
just off Place de Clichy, you'll find stalls filled with delicious organic meats, cheeses, veggies, jams, honeys - you
name it! Get there early to enjoy the atmosphere and find everything you'll need for a healthy meal.
Restaurants Galore
Folks, the worst thing you can do is spend your vacation working off a long list of restaurants someone told
you you'd like. Instead, discover places while sightseeing and in your neighborhood. If you simply must have a
list of some neighborhood places not listed in guidebooks, here's a brief one that includes our favorite haunts
(and yes, we like Italian food!):
In the 9th:
Le Gourmet, 19 rue de Bruxelles - Delightful 14€ 3-course lunch, 17€ dinner, menu changes daily, cash only.
Corneil, 18 rue Condorcet - A true gem. Great food, try the cote de boeuf for two. Reserve: 01 49 95 92 25.
Fuxia, 25 rue de Martyrs - Delicious Italian, cozy and friendly on a cold or rainy day. Daily specials are great.
Restaurant Jean, 8 rue St. Lazare - Traditional French, Michelin 1-Star, reserve: 01.48.78.62.73.
Paparazzi, 6 sq de l'Opera Louis Jouvet - Great Italian, largest pizzas you'll ever see - really! Pretty decor, well-
hidden location - bring your map! Lunch and dinner, reservations useful: 01 40 07 92 56
Carte Blanche, 6 rue Lamartine - Modern French, reserve: 01 48 78 12 20.
Pizzeria Da Carmine, 61 rye des Martyrs - Excellent pizza joint, usually packed to the brim with locals.
In the 18th:
Les Feuillades, 6 rue de la Fontaine du But - Perfectly French, adorable resto with a 36€ three-course dinner.
Pepone, 10 rue Lepic - Our favorite pizza in Paris! Plenty of delicious Italian take-out, too.
Chamarre, 52 rue Lamarck - A splurge worth every penny. Beautiful terrace, too! Reserve: 01 42 55 05 42
Un Zebre A Montmartre, 38 rue Lepic - A great neighborhood joint. Have a drink or lunch/dinner.
Le Relais Gascon, 6 rue des Abbesses or 13 rue Joseph de Maistre- Their gigantic, fattening salads are a must!
2 Pièce Cuisine, 36 rue de Ruisseau - A real gem, worth the trek over the hill. Reserve: 01 42 23 31 23.
Le Jardin d'en Face, 29 rue des Trois Freres - Cozy and warm, good food, inexpensive. Reserve, two dinner
seatings only: 01 53 28 00 75.
Catch A Movie
There is a huge movie theater Pathé just east of Place de Clichy that shows many of the latest films, including
some of the recent United States releases. Even better, they typically offer movie-goers the option of an
original version in English or a version dubbed in French. If you order popcorn, don’t forget to specify whether
you want it sweet or salty - it's already prepared, so there's no such thing as plain. Tickets are just a little more
than they are in a typical big U.S. city. For a more intimate, art-house movie experience, try Studio 28 on 10
rue Thozolé in the 18th - all their films are in the original version. Less expensive than the big theaters, and
they even have a bar! www.cinemastudio28.com
Our Favorite Flea Market
Sure, there are bigger flea markets in Paris, but consider our advice and try the one at Porte de Vanves for the
best vibe and best bargains. Take Metro Line 13 to the end of the line to Porte de Vanves, and we promise you
will find items you can not only afford but actually bring home in your suitcase! You'll find a good bit of junk
here, in the best sense of the word. Kitchen stuff, old pictures, trinkets, small ceramic items, jewelry, records,
wallets, clothing, stuff and things. Every weekend, try to arrive by 10 a.m., 11 a.m. at the latest. Avenues
Georges Lafenestre and Marc Sangnier. Puces de Vanves
A New Paris View?
Been to the top of every Paris monument in search of the perfect view of Paris? Here's one you probably
haven't tried: a hot air balloon trip at Parc André Citroën. This gas balloon is tethered, but it still sails up 150
meters (almost 500 feet). For just 10 Euro per person, it's a real treat! Kid friendly, too, and in the midst of a
lovely, sprawling, modern park. Metro: Balard or Javel André Citroën. www.aeroparis.com
Jogging
Some folks don’t let vacation get in the way of a daily workout. For joggers, the beautiful Parc de Monceau in
the 8th arrondissement is a perfect place to go for a walk or run. The light runner will find the 1-kilometer track
around the park is plenty good enough to stay in shape while on the road. It’s also a great place to relax.
Benches line the park in all directions and green space in the middle is a perfect place for a picnic. There is also a
large kids play area and place for in-line skaters.
Do-It-Yourself Mecca
The Montmartre area is lucky enough to call itself home to one of the most interesting stores in Paris –
Castorama. Well, that might be overstating it a little bit. But if you like home improvement projects, it’s worth
taking an hour or so out of your busy travel schedule to take a look inside. You can see the gadgets, furniture
and flooring that give Parisian homes some of their charm. It’s also fun to look at duct tape that costs 9€ a roll
and decide that there are a few things that are better back home. There is also an aisle that has small items
such as magnetic levels (great for your fridge back home!) and small tape measures that make great gifts for
your carpenter husband or contractor friend. www.castorma.fr
Super-Duper Department Store
Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV). Bring the whole family. Start in the basement, which is filled to the rim with
everything hardware related. From accessories for your wine cellar to power tools to metal house number signs,
it's all here. The remaining seven (!!) floors have everything else you might want in a department store. Be sure
to take your lunch or afternoon break in the cafeteria on the fifth floor. Fantastic view of Paris and decent food
for bargain prices. Metro: Hotel de Ville - you can exit directly into the basement of the store. www.bhv.fr
For the Sports Fan
Some sporting events – the Tour de France and French Open tennis tournament – are well-publicized and easy
to navigate once you are in Paris. Some of the others, however, aren’t covered well in English newspapers but
still offer a very European experience for sports fans. Even if you aren’t into the sport, a Paris St.-Germain
soccer match is a worthwhile experience. PSG plays in the top division in France, and the home stadium at Parc
des Princes in the 16th arrondissement is full for nearly all of its home matches. The PSG regular season begins
in August and runs through May. You can get a pretty good seat for 25€. If you want to avoid the really rowdy
fans, they sit in opposite ends of the stadium behind the goals. The most sought-after tickets each season are
for matches against Lyon and Marseille. Go to www.psg.fr for information.
Paris also has a basketball team called Paris Basket Racing, which plays its games from September to May
at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin in the 16th arrondissement. Tickets for Paris Basket Racing games start at 6€
and go up to 50€, so it’s not an expensive night out.
Bus or Metro?
A lot of people are intimidated by the buses and would rather just take the metro even if the trip would be
quicker and easier by bus. We know because we came to Paris for eight years – sometimes three times per year
– before discovering the greatness of the bus. It’s actually very easy. The same ticket you use for the metro is
good on the bus. Just stick the ticket in the machine as soon as you get on, take it back and ride. If you have a
pass, just show it to the driver as you board.
The Best Metro-Bus Map
As for maps, many folks knows to pick up a little "Paris par Arrondissement" map book when you arrive in Paris.
But there are several different versions - which one is the best? Our pick is the "3 Plans" version. This handy
little map book gives you the street map, bus map and metro map for each arrondissement on three separate
consecutive pages. It costs about 7€, and you can get one at most book stores and some of the magazine
stands. It’s worth every penny, and you will use it every single day on your next trip.
About Those Buses
Because most of the properties we offer are also close to where we live, we have become very familiar with the
metro and bus lines that serve us. Metro Lines 2, 12 and 13 can be picked up easily from most of the Frenchy
Rentals apartments. Line 2 runs east and west, and lines 12 and 13 run north and south. As for the bus lines,
all of the ones listed below are easily accessible from the 9th, 17th and 18th.
68 Take the 68 south on a direct route to the Opéra Garnier, across the river and to a stop that drops you
within yards of Musée d’Orsay. This line then cuts through the chic St. Germain des Prés area and on to
Montparnasse cemetery. Some of the best bargain shopping is also found near the end of this line (get off
around Alésia) in the up-and-coming 14th arrondissement. (Check out the huge antique store at 117 rue
D'Alésia, too!) If you really like to shop, this one also will drop you at the southern edge of the 9th
arrondissement, where you’ll find Galleries Lafayette and Le Printemps.
74 Getting to sites in the old center of the city, including Notre Dame and the trendy Marais, couldn’t be any
easier because of this bus line. Pick it up near the Moulin Rouge or Place de Clichy and take it to the steps of
Hôtel de Ville and the very worthwhile BHV department store.
95 Pick up this bus line in the neighborhood and hop off less than 20 minutes later at the Louvre. As an added
bonus, this is one of the few bus lines in Paris that continue to operate long after your dinner out. You can still
catch it at midnight on typical nights. By taking this bus north, you also can explore the cafés and village
atmosphere at Montmartre and the amazing Sacré Coeur cathedral.
30 East-West travel in this section of the city is easy because of the 30 bus line. It runs west along Parc de
Monceau and through the trendy Batignolles before stopping at the edge of the Arc de Triomphe. A bit farther
south, the 30 takes you to Trocadero near the Eiffel Tower. By taking the 30 bus to the east, day trips outside
of Paris are breeze because this line takes you to Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord.
80 Headed to the Eiffel Tower? The 80 bus line crosses the river Seine at Pont De L’Alma and stops within a
short walk to one of the world’s most popular attractions. Just a bit farther south of the sparkling Eiffel Tower,
the 80 line runs next to the impressive École Militaire. The 80 line, much like the 95, is advertised by the city of
Paris as being one that typically runs until midnight.
67 This scenic line heads south into the first before cutting through the Île de la Cité, but not before running
past the Louvre and Hôtel de Ville. Before the end of the line, it takes you into the 5th, where you’ll find the
Museum of Natural History and Place d’Italie in the 13th. Perhaps even more important is that this line runs
north to Pigalle. That’s where tourists can pick up the Montmartre bus, the city’s only bus that navigates the
small streets of Montmartre.
looking for an actual supermarket, just peek out the living room window of this apartment and you'll see the
SHOPI. The prices are reasonable, and it can’t be much more convenient. There's also a Franprix just off rue
des Martyrs on the right side as you start walking up the hill. Note that this Franprix is open Sunday, when
SHOPI is closed.
Supermarkets near Dunkerque: Just down rue Dunkerque you'll find the Franprix supermarket on the left,
and a bit further down you'll find the Ed supermarket. And be sure you don't miss the fresh market around the
park at Square d'Anvers on Friday afternoons. Plan to stock up on seriously delicious edible goodies there.
Supermarkets near Fontaine and Fontaine II: Can't get much closer than the brand-new G20
supermarket, located between these two apartments on rue Fontaine. Or, head north to Place Blanche to the
Monoprix. The Monoprix also offers good variety at Place Blanche (right near the metro Blanche.) Just
remember the grocery store is downstairs, while clothing and household goods are upstairs. Monoprix is open
until 10 p.m. and closed on Sunday.
Supermarkets near Marcadet 1 & Marcadet 2: Head down the street to Franprix, about a two-minute walk
away from the apartments on rue Marcadet. There is also a Monoprix around the corner on rue Vauvenargues
and another Franprix at the corner of Lamarck and Damremont.
Supermarkets near Damrémont: The Franprix at the corner of Damrémont and Lamarck is your closest
supermarket, which is just to the left outside the front door of the apartment building. To your left, you will
find the Cocci Market, which is a bit more expensive, but open late and on days when Franprix is closed.
Supermarkets near Constance: Just walk out the door to rue Lepic and you'll see the G20 supermarket
down the hill on your right and the Huit a 8 just across the street on rue Lepic. And of course, rue Lepic itself
offers fresh food galore. If you prefer Monoprix, keep walking down rue Lepic and you'll find it at Place Blanche.
Don't forget our favorite, Picard: While you're making yourself at home in your apartment, keep your eye
out for your neighborhood Picard. What is Picard? It's a frozen food store. Why would you want to eat frozen
food on vacation? Because the store in itself is an adventure and choices are nothing like US frozen food. Their
stuff is delicious: tartes, appetizers, main courses, meats, desserts, sauces, herbs - even sushi! You can even
get escargot loaded up with garlic butter sauce in the shell; just heat it up. Some items, like their desserts, only
need to be defrosted. Browse "Le Catalogue" and check out the selection: www.picard.fr.
Nearby Market Streets
Rue Lepic - Although this street was made famous by the movie "Amelie" and the café where the movie was
shot, it still offers plenty of good food and window shopping as you head up to rue des Abbesses. Several
green grocers line the street as you head up the hill, along with a fromagerie, a couple of paitisseries and a
wine shop. Don't forget the fish monger on the corner!
Rue des Martyrs - Made famous by The New York Times article that called it "a slice of village life," this street
has all the Parisian atmosphere you could want along with tasty treats pulling you in every direction. If you need
a break from food shopping, sit down and enjoy a little Italian food at Fuxia at No. 25. They also have a market
selling Italian groceries and prepared foods uphill from the restaurant.
Barbès Rochechouart - On Saturdays near the Barbès Rochechouart metro stop, adventure into the culinary
heart of multi-cultural Paris and experience the intriguing smells and overwhelming variety of the cuisines of
North Africa. Be bold - produce prices are great but the crowds are monumental!
Les Batignolles "BIO" Organic Market - On Saturday mornings along the median on Blvd. des Batignolles,
just off Place de Clichy, you'll find stalls filled with delicious organic meats, cheeses, veggies, jams, honeys - you
name it! Get there early to enjoy the atmosphere and find everything you'll need for a healthy meal.
Restaurants Galore
Folks, the worst thing you can do is spend your vacation working off a long list of restaurants someone told
you you'd like. Instead, discover places while sightseeing and in your neighborhood. If you simply must have a
list of some neighborhood places not listed in guidebooks, here's a brief one that includes our favorite haunts
(and yes, we like Italian food!):
In the 9th:
Le Gourmet, 19 rue de Bruxelles - Delightful 14€ 3-course lunch, 17€ dinner, menu changes daily, cash only.
Corneil, 18 rue Condorcet - A true gem. Great food, try the cote de boeuf for two. Reserve: 01 49 95 92 25.
Fuxia, 25 rue de Martyrs - Delicious Italian, cozy and friendly on a cold or rainy day. Daily specials are great.
Restaurant Jean, 8 rue St. Lazare - Traditional French, Michelin 1-Star, reserve: 01.48.78.62.73.
Paparazzi, 6 sq de l'Opera Louis Jouvet - Great Italian, largest pizzas you'll ever see - really! Pretty decor, well-
hidden location - bring your map! Lunch and dinner, reservations useful: 01 40 07 92 56
Carte Blanche, 6 rue Lamartine - Modern French, reserve: 01 48 78 12 20.
Pizzeria Da Carmine, 61 rye des Martyrs - Excellent pizza joint, usually packed to the brim with locals.
In the 18th:
Les Feuillades, 6 rue de la Fontaine du But - Perfectly French, adorable resto with a 36€ three-course dinner.
Pepone, 10 rue Lepic - Our favorite pizza in Paris! Plenty of delicious Italian take-out, too.
Chamarre, 52 rue Lamarck - A splurge worth every penny. Beautiful terrace, too! Reserve: 01 42 55 05 42
Un Zebre A Montmartre, 38 rue Lepic - A great neighborhood joint. Have a drink or lunch/dinner.
Le Relais Gascon, 6 rue des Abbesses or 13 rue Joseph de Maistre- Their gigantic, fattening salads are a must!
2 Pièce Cuisine, 36 rue de Ruisseau - A real gem, worth the trek over the hill. Reserve: 01 42 23 31 23.
Le Jardin d'en Face, 29 rue des Trois Freres - Cozy and warm, good food, inexpensive. Reserve, two dinner
seatings only: 01 53 28 00 75.
Catch A Movie
There is a huge movie theater Pathé just east of Place de Clichy that shows many of the latest films, including
some of the recent United States releases. Even better, they typically offer movie-goers the option of an
original version in English or a version dubbed in French. If you order popcorn, don’t forget to specify whether
you want it sweet or salty - it's already prepared, so there's no such thing as plain. Tickets are just a little more
than they are in a typical big U.S. city. For a more intimate, art-house movie experience, try Studio 28 on 10
rue Thozolé in the 18th - all their films are in the original version. Less expensive than the big theaters, and
they even have a bar! www.cinemastudio28.com
Our Favorite Flea Market
Sure, there are bigger flea markets in Paris, but consider our advice and try the one at Porte de Vanves for the
best vibe and best bargains. Take Metro Line 13 to the end of the line to Porte de Vanves, and we promise you
will find items you can not only afford but actually bring home in your suitcase! You'll find a good bit of junk
here, in the best sense of the word. Kitchen stuff, old pictures, trinkets, small ceramic items, jewelry, records,
wallets, clothing, stuff and things. Every weekend, try to arrive by 10 a.m., 11 a.m. at the latest. Avenues
Georges Lafenestre and Marc Sangnier. Puces de Vanves
A New Paris View?
Been to the top of every Paris monument in search of the perfect view of Paris? Here's one you probably
haven't tried: a hot air balloon trip at Parc André Citroën. This gas balloon is tethered, but it still sails up 150
meters (almost 500 feet). For just 10 Euro per person, it's a real treat! Kid friendly, too, and in the midst of a
lovely, sprawling, modern park. Metro: Balard or Javel André Citroën. www.aeroparis.com
Jogging
Some folks don’t let vacation get in the way of a daily workout. For joggers, the beautiful Parc de Monceau in
the 8th arrondissement is a perfect place to go for a walk or run. The light runner will find the 1-kilometer track
around the park is plenty good enough to stay in shape while on the road. It’s also a great place to relax.
Benches line the park in all directions and green space in the middle is a perfect place for a picnic. There is also a
large kids play area and place for in-line skaters.
Do-It-Yourself Mecca
The Montmartre area is lucky enough to call itself home to one of the most interesting stores in Paris –
Castorama. Well, that might be overstating it a little bit. But if you like home improvement projects, it’s worth
taking an hour or so out of your busy travel schedule to take a look inside. You can see the gadgets, furniture
and flooring that give Parisian homes some of their charm. It’s also fun to look at duct tape that costs 9€ a roll
and decide that there are a few things that are better back home. There is also an aisle that has small items
such as magnetic levels (great for your fridge back home!) and small tape measures that make great gifts for
your carpenter husband or contractor friend. www.castorma.fr
Super-Duper Department Store
Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV). Bring the whole family. Start in the basement, which is filled to the rim with
everything hardware related. From accessories for your wine cellar to power tools to metal house number signs,
it's all here. The remaining seven (!!) floors have everything else you might want in a department store. Be sure
to take your lunch or afternoon break in the cafeteria on the fifth floor. Fantastic view of Paris and decent food
for bargain prices. Metro: Hotel de Ville - you can exit directly into the basement of the store. www.bhv.fr
For the Sports Fan
Some sporting events – the Tour de France and French Open tennis tournament – are well-publicized and easy
to navigate once you are in Paris. Some of the others, however, aren’t covered well in English newspapers but
still offer a very European experience for sports fans. Even if you aren’t into the sport, a Paris St.-Germain
soccer match is a worthwhile experience. PSG plays in the top division in France, and the home stadium at Parc
des Princes in the 16th arrondissement is full for nearly all of its home matches. The PSG regular season begins
in August and runs through May. You can get a pretty good seat for 25€. If you want to avoid the really rowdy
fans, they sit in opposite ends of the stadium behind the goals. The most sought-after tickets each season are
for matches against Lyon and Marseille. Go to www.psg.fr for information.
Paris also has a basketball team called Paris Basket Racing, which plays its games from September to May
at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin in the 16th arrondissement. Tickets for Paris Basket Racing games start at 6€
and go up to 50€, so it’s not an expensive night out.
Bus or Metro?
A lot of people are intimidated by the buses and would rather just take the metro even if the trip would be
quicker and easier by bus. We know because we came to Paris for eight years – sometimes three times per year
– before discovering the greatness of the bus. It’s actually very easy. The same ticket you use for the metro is
good on the bus. Just stick the ticket in the machine as soon as you get on, take it back and ride. If you have a
pass, just show it to the driver as you board.
The Best Metro-Bus Map
As for maps, many folks knows to pick up a little "Paris par Arrondissement" map book when you arrive in Paris.
But there are several different versions - which one is the best? Our pick is the "3 Plans" version. This handy
little map book gives you the street map, bus map and metro map for each arrondissement on three separate
consecutive pages. It costs about 7€, and you can get one at most book stores and some of the magazine
stands. It’s worth every penny, and you will use it every single day on your next trip.
About Those Buses
Because most of the properties we offer are also close to where we live, we have become very familiar with the
metro and bus lines that serve us. Metro Lines 2, 12 and 13 can be picked up easily from most of the Frenchy
Rentals apartments. Line 2 runs east and west, and lines 12 and 13 run north and south. As for the bus lines,
all of the ones listed below are easily accessible from the 9th, 17th and 18th.
68 Take the 68 south on a direct route to the Opéra Garnier, across the river and to a stop that drops you
within yards of Musée d’Orsay. This line then cuts through the chic St. Germain des Prés area and on to
Montparnasse cemetery. Some of the best bargain shopping is also found near the end of this line (get off
around Alésia) in the up-and-coming 14th arrondissement. (Check out the huge antique store at 117 rue
D'Alésia, too!) If you really like to shop, this one also will drop you at the southern edge of the 9th
arrondissement, where you’ll find Galleries Lafayette and Le Printemps.
74 Getting to sites in the old center of the city, including Notre Dame and the trendy Marais, couldn’t be any
easier because of this bus line. Pick it up near the Moulin Rouge or Place de Clichy and take it to the steps of
Hôtel de Ville and the very worthwhile BHV department store.
95 Pick up this bus line in the neighborhood and hop off less than 20 minutes later at the Louvre. As an added
bonus, this is one of the few bus lines in Paris that continue to operate long after your dinner out. You can still
catch it at midnight on typical nights. By taking this bus north, you also can explore the cafés and village
atmosphere at Montmartre and the amazing Sacré Coeur cathedral.
30 East-West travel in this section of the city is easy because of the 30 bus line. It runs west along Parc de
Monceau and through the trendy Batignolles before stopping at the edge of the Arc de Triomphe. A bit farther
south, the 30 takes you to Trocadero near the Eiffel Tower. By taking the 30 bus to the east, day trips outside
of Paris are breeze because this line takes you to Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord.
80 Headed to the Eiffel Tower? The 80 bus line crosses the river Seine at Pont De L’Alma and stops within a
short walk to one of the world’s most popular attractions. Just a bit farther south of the sparkling Eiffel Tower,
the 80 line runs next to the impressive École Militaire. The 80 line, much like the 95, is advertised by the city of
Paris as being one that typically runs until midnight.
67 This scenic line heads south into the first before cutting through the Île de la Cité, but not before running
past the Louvre and Hôtel de Ville. Before the end of the line, it takes you into the 5th, where you’ll find the
Museum of Natural History and Place d’Italie in the 13th. Perhaps even more important is that this line runs
north to Pigalle. That’s where tourists can pick up the Montmartre bus, the city’s only bus that navigates the
small streets of Montmartre.
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