16 corners of Paris that you probably don’t know yet

Paris is romantic all year round, even at Christmas. If you want to experience the city of love differently from the crowds of tourists, you may find inspiration for your stay here:

Not far from the world-famous Louvre is 59 Rivoli – a special art museum. Here you can not only buy works of art, but also see the artists at work. The former bank stood empty in the late 1990s and was occupied by artists – until the city officially declared the building a museum. Admission is also free.

‘I love you’ is written on 612 different tiles in 311 languages. It’s certainly a fun Instagram topic too.

In the “creamy street” in the 12th arrondissement of Paris you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and be enchanted by the beautiful colors.

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And now back to the hidden gems…

With almost 25 hectares, this park offers plenty of space to relax and also offers a green contrast with the lively city.

As you walk up the hill towards the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre, you will come across this hard-to-miss optical illusion.

With recycling, the emphasis is on reducing waste and recycling. The food on the menu comes from the area. But perhaps the most special thing about this restaurant is that it was once a train station and has now been converted.

This bookstore is hidden in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Anyone who is more familiar with English than with French will find what they are looking for there – because the owner and Canadian Brian Spence relies on English-language books.

The Grand Mosque of Paris enchants all fans of architecture and history with its impressive construction. In the center of the city you can drink tea in the middle of a garden.

When it rains you can shop in this picturesque shopping arcade: the Panorama gallery is covered. The lanterns give the alley a touch of vintage.

This market is one of the oldest in the city and is located right in the center, in the heart of the city near Notre Dame. It stretches along the Seine and is worth a stroll not only for botanists.

This carousel is said to have the best view of the Sacré-Cœur. The small attraction is located right next to the “Anvers” metro station, on Place Louise-Michel.

In the Pigalle entertainment district there is a rooftop bar called “Le Marta”. As if the sight of the Paris skyline wasn’t enough, the interior is also eye-catching.

Another tip for going out: the Skybar Paris. From here you can see the Eiffel Tower. Booking in advance is recommended.

At the Museé d’Orsay you can make a detour to Café Campana. The design has been thought out down to the smallest detail and fits in with the rest of the museum.

This studio is located in a former iron foundry. The hall is immersed in 360 degrees in projections, which together with music create a unique atmosphere.

The market has been around since 1615 – there’s plenty of Moroccan, Asian and French food here and plenty of seating and tables to enjoy it on site.

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