The relationship between the United States and France is long and storied. Anyone walking through the centre of Paris will notice the myriad of streets named after Americans; from inventors to diplomats, philanthropists to politicians. However, there are also a number of Parisian streets in honour of American presidents. Here are the 5 streets in Paris named after US Presidents.…
Si vous aimez la tranquillité et les chats cette balade est faite pour vous. Au cœur du cimetière de Montmartre lieu incontournable du patrimoine parisien se trouve une école un peu particulière car consacrée uniquement au chat. Dès les années 1970, des centaines de chats abandonnés se trouvent au cimetière de Montmartre voués à l’euthanasie c’est grâce au…
Orly is Paris’ and France’s second largest airport, and the closest airport to the city. However, being in the southern suburbs of Paris, it can take a while to get to Montmartre. However, there are many transport options at your disposal, to get you to the historic village in the quickest time possible. Taxi A taxi is usually the quickest…
While there are centuries of history in Montmartre and multiple galleries to visit, there are currently only three museums in the area. Fortunately for those who wish to visit all three, they are only a few minutes apart from each other. Packed with history and innovation, these museums are an essential part of your trip to Paris’ bohemian village. Musée…
A keen cyclist? Not a fan of public transport? Wondering just exactly how you use the Vélibs in Paris? The Paris transport system isn’t for everyone. If you’re brave enough to face Parisian traffic head on, you might just find that it’s the quickest method of moving around the city. The Velib bicycle rental system was launched in 2007 and…
Montmartre was once home to many of France’s celebrated figures; from actresses to essayists, singers to writers. Just metres away from our hostel is the cemetery where many of these famous artists were laid to rest. Here are 5 more famous writers you can find at the Montmartre cemetery. Émile Zola (1840-1902) Émile Zola was a French playwright, novelist and…