France is famous for its mustard, and for mustard lovers like me, it’s all about Maille. The basically have the stuff on draught. From classic brown mustards to new mustard flavors, including dry white mustard, every time I'm here I want to swim in the stuff.

Moutard on tap!

France is famous for its mustard, and for mustard lovers like me, it’s all about Maille. The basically have the stuff on draught. From classic brown mustards to new mustard flavors, including dry white mustard, every time I'm here I want to swim in the stuff.

One of my favorite museums in Paris and I have literally no interest in nature. The architecture here is amazing plus it must be the only museum of natural history on earth that figured out a way to work a real Hermes Kelly bag into a display!

Scoring a table at Joel Robuchon is reason to celebrate—hey, it’s not every day you get to eat food from the “Chef of the Century.” If you can swing it, opt for the Menu Degustation. The price tag is nothing to sneeze at, but this is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

Scoring a table at Joel Robuchon is reason to celebrate—hey, it’s not every day you get to eat food from the “Chef of the Century.” If you can swing it, opt for the Menu Degustation. The price tag is nothing to sneeze at, but this is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

Scoring a table at Joel Robuchon is reason to celebrate—hey, it’s not every day you get to eat food from the “Chef of the Century.” If you can swing it, opt for the Menu Degustation. The price tag is nothing to sneeze at, but this is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

I love the juxtaposition of L'Ami Jean against traditional "stuffy" French dining. It's all about serving world-class food in an everyday setting. Pigeon meat, blood sausage and chicken tureen with minced vegetables in olive oil and vinegar syrup.

I love the juxtaposition of L'Ami Jean against traditional "stuffy" French dining. It's all about serving world-class food in an everyday setting. Pigeon meat, blood sausage and chicken tureen with minced vegetables in olive oil and vinegar syrup.

I love the juxtaposition of L'Ami Jean against traditional "stuffy" French dining. It's all about serving world-class food in an everyday setting. Pigeon meat, blood sausage and chicken tureen with minced vegetables in olive oil and vinegar syrup.

One of the best things to do in Paris is visit the "Passages" which were essentially the shopping malls of the 19th century. Passage Jouffroy is one of my faves. If you're into old book stores there is one all the way in the back next to the Hotel Chopin (my favorite in all of Paris) that is to die One of the best things to do in Paris is visit the "Passages" which were essentially the shopping malls of the 19th century. Passage Jouffroy is one of my faves. If you're into old book stores there is one all the way in the back next to the Hotel Chopin (my favorite in all of Paris) that is to die for. Really obscure stuff. There are also a couple of great art galleries both there and across the street (the passage is kind of divided in two) if you're looking for art.… see moresee less

One of my favorite places in the world. Some incredible stores here, not to mention my favorite hotel of all time, Hotel Chopin.

If only the walls could talk...this bar is full of history. It's perfectly intimate--so chic and cozy, especially on a winter night in Paris.

Not cheap... but a fun spot for a drink. Lot of old school atmosphere.

If you want a truly French souvenir order some personalized stationery from here. It's where Sofia Coppolla gets her stationery and it's on a lovely shopping street.

The debate between whether rue Montorgueil or rue Cler is the better market street continues to rage between people who love Paris and while I'm in the Cler camp, I have to admit that rue M is pretty fabulous. Tons of...well...life here. It can be incredibly exciting in the summer when it's super The debate between whether rue Montorgueil or rue Cler is the better market street continues to rage between people who love Paris and while I'm in the Cler camp, I have to admit that rue M is pretty fabulous. Tons of...well...life here. It can be incredibly exciting in the summer when it's super crowded and there's music coming out of every store and cafe.… see moresee less

My favorite neighborhood other than Le Marais.

I could spend entire days going through the stock at the bouquinistes. Full of vintage magazines, prints, advertising, etc. this is a great place to pick up a truly one of a kind souvenir. Just make sure to stay away from the vendors near the Louvre who sell mostly re-prints you can get anywhere in I could spend entire days going through the stock at the bouquinistes. Full of vintage magazines, prints, advertising, etc. this is a great place to pick up a truly one of a kind souvenir. Just make sure to stay away from the vendors near the Louvre who sell mostly re-prints you can get anywhere in the world. A true highlight of the city, especially in the summer.… see moresee less

George Whitman, the famous owner (that's not really the right word--curator is more accurate) went to that big bookstore in the sky recently (he was two days away from his 98th birthday), but hopefully the store will still retain it's charm and traditions. If you want a true Parisian adventure, you George Whitman, the famous owner (that's not really the right word--curator is more accurate) went to that big bookstore in the sky recently (he was two days away from his 98th birthday), but hopefully the store will still retain it's charm and traditions. If you want a true Parisian adventure, you can sleep in the store for a night in exchange for a little housekeeping. Good old George once tried to convince me to spend the day in one of the store's little reading nooks/beds reading a book I wanted to buy so I wouldn't have to spend the money, but I wanted the little Shakespeare & Co. stamp he placed on every book purchased from there so I bought it. He sure as hell helped an awful lot of travelers, tourists, Parisians, and probably homeless people through the years and I try to always purchase something from here to assure it stays alive especially now that George is gone.… see moresee less

Go to the top floor.

Love the Louvre

yes.

Want to go again!!!

My favorite church by far

What a View of Paris, the Crépes, the cafes, the Artists en plein air, and Moulin Rouge at its base. Was this where Joan of Arc met her maker?

With Ginger.........it was BEAUTIFUL! Loved Paris!!!!!

I never feel as if I've arrived in Paris until 1) I've smelled the diesel fuel in the metro and 2) I have shoes covered in white powder from the gravel at the Tuileries. Really there are no words for how breathtaking the stretch from the Louvre to the Place de la Concorde is. If someone asked me to I never feel as if I've arrived in Paris until 1) I've smelled the diesel fuel in the metro and 2) I have shoes covered in white powder from the gravel at the Tuileries. Really there are no words for how breathtaking the stretch from the Louvre to the Place de la Concorde is. If someone asked me to explain Paris to them I would just tell them to start on one side and walk to the other. Totally glorious.… see moresee less

Another of my favourite places, beautiful.

Beautiful gardens outside the Louvre area. Get cheap food here.

The pantheon feels most special when you get to experience with few people around... There's no lines, but there are people here all the time so it's another one of the places that you might consider checking out early in the day...

Pretty cool. Kind of a quick stop. Not TOO much to see.

Rome.

Love this place late at night when the crowds have subsided and the little bands are still playing in front of the gelato shops.

Venice

you can buy a little booklet with all the people who are buried there. Well worth it unless you do your homework ahead of time.

Was a kid, probably would go again & appreciate it the 2nd time around

Instead of going as a tourist, go when they're having mass or evensong or any other event. The singing there is magical, and you feel part of the place, the history.

Been here. The castle is impressive but what I loved most was actually the gardens

Versailles

Was there for Bastille Day and all of the fountains in the gardens were on! Gorgeous.

Went as a kid with my dad. awesome memory.

Went on my honeymoon. Took us 4 hours to find it (from Munich!) and by the time we got there, a thunderstorm with hail came down, sending everyone down the mountain! 10 minutes laters, the sun was shining and it was beautiful weather again. Gotta love the Alps.

Reminds me of Level Six on Mario 3