Hello Paris Experience the City like a Parisian
Paris is always a good idea especially when you have a local-approved, expertly curated guide in your pocket. Ditch the tourist traps and uncover hidden passageways, must-see art exhibitions, drool-worthy restaurants, and the best people-watching spots, all through the lens of a true Parisian (moi!). Think more Amélie, less Émily.
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Second Edition launched March 2025 includes:
🔹 50+ new must-visit spots from speakeasies to boutique gems.
🔹 A new exclusive Google Maps List with every location pinned for effortless exploring.
🔹 Two brand-new chapters on Parisian style & wellness hotspots.
🔹 Stunning original illustrations & photography by our creative studio J&P.
📖 Digital PDF format (90 pages)
📌 Instant access upon purchase.
🚫 Non-refundable & non-shareable.
Table of Contents
Inside your guide
Table of Contents
- How to Use Your Hello Paris Guide
- Accessing the Google Map List
- Saving the Google List to Your Phone
- How to Listen to the Audio Recordings
- Paris 101: What You Need to Know
- Arrondissements & Neighborhoods
- Useful Paris Resources
- Fun Facts About Paris
- Discover Paris through Music
- Language Tips: Key Parisian Terms
- June–August: Long Days, River Nights & Festivities
- September–October: Wine Season & Fall Vibes
- November–December: Holiday Magic
- March–May: Blooming Gardens & Outdoor Culture
- Language Tips: Talking About the Seasons
- Arriving in Paris
- Getting Into the City
- Moving Around Paris
- Language Tips: Transportation
- Spring: Light Layers & Parisian Basics
- Summer: Essentials for Warm Days
- Fall: Transitional Layers & Timeless Staples
- Winter: Staying Warm Without Sacrificing Style
- Final Tips & Recommendations
- Language Tips: Packing & Style
- Museums
- Architecture: Monuments & Landmarks
- Bridges: The Best Spots to Cross the Seine
- Hidden or Iconic Streets
- Bookstores & Music Shops
- Visual & Performing Arts
- A Recommendation for Private Tours
- Language Tips: Art-Related Words
- Nature in Paris
- Woods
- La Seine
- Canals
- Parks & Gardens
- Language Tips: Nature Vocabulary
- Le Marais
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Louvre/Tuileries
- Boulevard Haussmann/Grands Boulevards
- More Recommendations
- Language Tips: How to Ask for the Price of an Item
- Cultural Tips to Navigate the Restaurant Scene
- Recommendations for French Cuisine
- Iconic French Dishes
- Three Traditional French Bistros
- Beyond French Cuisine
- More Recs & Must-Tries
- Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
- Language Tips: Restaurant Vocabulary
- Cafés: The Heartbeat of Paris
- Coffee Shops
- Bakeries
- Gluten Free & Vegan Bakeries/Pastry Shops
- Sweet Delicacies
- Ice-Cream Shops
- Language Tips: Bakery Terms and Food Restrictions
- Cocktail Bars
- Wine Bars
- Rooftops Bars
- Péniches (Barges)
- Shows
- Clubs
- Language Tips: Beverages Vocabulary
- LGBTQIA+ Legal Protections in France
- History & Culture of Queer Paris
- LGBTQIA+ Friendly Neighborhoods
- Venues for Queer Events
- Collectives
- Recommendations
- My Experience
- Language Tips: LGBTQIA+ in French
- Spas & Saunas
- Workouts
- Pools
- Self-Care
- Language Tips: Wellness Essentials
- Where to Stay in Paris: Finding the Right Spot
- Hotel Tips: What to Know Before Booking Recommendations
- Budget-Friendly Alternatives & Hostels
- Airbnb Listings
- Staying in the Paris Suburbs
- Language Tips: Accommodation Vocabulary
- Giverny: Monet’s Countryside Escape
- Reims: Medieval & Champagne Heaven
- Versailles: The Ultimate Royal Escape
- Language Tips: Cities & Champagne Producers
Inside your guide
The Best French Restaurants – Whether you’re craving a decadent crêpe, a perfectly seasoned steak tartare, a soul-warming French onion soup, or a refreshing salade niçoise, I’ve got you covered.
Cafés & Bakeries – The best people-watching terraces for your morning espresso and the fluffiest, flakiest croissants to start your day right.
A Paris Night to Remember – Cozy bars, moody speakeasies, and all the see-and-be-seen nightclubs where the city comes alive after dark.
All the Shopping Your Suitcase Can Handle – From fancy teas to fashion labels everyone is talking about, plus the boutique where Parisians are scoring the bag of the season.
Culture Fix – A curated list of must-visit museums and galleries to spark inspiration.
Wellness in Paris – Where to meditate, take a yoga class, book a spa day, or even go for a swim in the city.
Parisian Style & Packing Tips – What to bring, what to wear, and how to effortlessly dress like a local for every season.
Exclusive Google Maps List – Every spot pinned for seamless exploring.
250+ Recommendations
French restaurants – The best duck confit, oysters, crème brûlée, steak frites, and more.
Cafés and bakeries – Where to find the most buttery madeleines, artisanal ice creams, and delicious breads.
Bars, speakeasies, and nightclubs – Grab drinks, dance, and meet new people in the city’s best-kept secrets and buzzy hotspots.
Shopping – From local markets for daily groceries to boutiques carrying the latest high-fashion must-haves.
Museums and art galleries – Explore beyond the Louvre with a mix of classical, contemporary, and cutting-edge art spaces.
Hotels and Airbnb listings – Handpicked stays for every budget, from charming family-owned hotels to luxury palaces.
Gardens and parks – The best green spaces where Parisians actually hang out, from secret courtyards to sprawling city parks.
Wellness – Where to work out, unwind in a sauna, book a spa day, or find a meditation studio.
Cuisines from around the world – Moroccan, Thai, Venezuelan, Japanese, and more—because sometimes, you need a break from French food (I won’t judge).
Featuring
A link to the Hello Paris Google Map List, with every top recommendation pinned for effortless exploring.
- LGBTQIA+ friendly spots across Paris, from cafés to nightlife.
- A curated selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free restaurants and cafés.
- An insider’s look into my family’s Paris restaurant: Le Colimaçon.
- Cultural and safety tips to navigate the city like a local.
- Day-trip destinations beyond Paris, including Versailles, Normandie, and Reims.
- French language tips in every section—essential words and phrases with audio recordings to practice.
- A packing list with everything you need to bring and wear for every season.