Things To Do in Paris

Take the elevator then the escalator to the top floor of Printemps, and you'll be struck with an experience that is quite literally breathtaking. Here, in the middle of Paris, you can eat simple café food or have a drink while enjoying impressive 360° views. Nothing can prepare you for the feeling of being right in the heart of this beautiful city. Read more ›

Paris' best kept secret

Printemps Rooftop Terrace

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Promenade Plantée (Coulée Verte)

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The Promenade Plantée is a linear park spanning 4.7 kilometres built atop a disused railway line in the east of Paris. Starting from Bastille, the first part of the walkway is elevated on the Viaduc des Arts before crossing the Jardin de Reuilly. It finally goes down to ground level and through tunnels as you approach the eastern ring road. Read more ›

An elevated park on an old railway line

Promenade Plantée (Coulée Verte)

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La Bellevilloise

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La Bellevilloise invites you to relax with its wooden tables and Chesterfield couches, tropical plants including centenary olive trees, people talking all around the bar and talented artists on stage. It's the place to go for sipping cocktails, seeing an exhibition, listening to live music, enjoying homemade meals and partying in alternative style. Read more ›

A concert hall, restaurant & much more

La Bellevilloise

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Professional Photoshoot in Paris! - 2 Hours. For Couples, Families, Friends & Solo Travellers

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Professional Photoshoot for those tired of the battle of the selfie stick, and wonky, fuzzy photos taken by well-meaning strangers.

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2 h

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Le Marais

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Le Marais is a great little quartier bordered by Hotel de Ville, Republique and the Bastille. It’s the gay capital of Paris as well as the Jewish quartier, and is famous for amazing little boutiques, delicious food, bustling, vibrant streets and a distinctly arty feel. Read more ›

Funky shopping heaven

Le Marais

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Montmartre

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Montmartre is one of the most beautiful places in Paris to wander. Although parts of it are touristy, exploring the area behind the Sacre Coeur allows you to take a step back in time with its winding streets, wild gardens and "folies" that birthed the 19th century Impressionist movement. Read more ›

Explore its secret corners

Montmartre

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Le Comptoir Général

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You would never guess what’s hidden behind the huge black door of this place. A bar, restaurant, gallery and museum (amongst other things), it serves as an outlet for African culture and sustainable development projects, and is one of the most exotic places in Paris. On weekends it’s packed with people sipping signature cocktails. Read more ›

Escape to Africa

Le Comptoir Général

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Bercy Village

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Here you can find a range of shops selling famous brands as well as art and concept stores, a huge cinema, a lot of restaurants and bars, and even the Fairground Arts Museum! It’s a great place to go for a walk – Bercy Park is especially lovely. Read more ›

Atypical village in the 12th district

Bercy Village

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Crimes & Legends of the Old Paris, Walking Tour

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Discover the dark side of the City of Light: its legends, crimes, ghost stories, curses, macabre customs... and much more. Will you dare to follow your guide?

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2 h

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French, English

Place du Trocadéro

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This area on the 16th arrondissement is often visited by locals because of its proximity to the Palais de Tokyo (13 Avenue du Président Wilson), probably the coolest modern & contemporary art gallery in Paris. Read more ›

Fascinating views to the Eiffel Tower

Place du Trocadéro

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Catacombs of Paris

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Take a trip back in time

Catacombs of Paris

As you walk through the tunnels of this local underground cemetery dating back to the late 18th century, you get a true sense of the fragility of life and the sadness of loss. Read more ›

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Notre Dame Cathedral

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This gorgeous gothic masterpiece of stained glass, gargoyles and flying buttresses is one of the most famous buildings in Paris, and for good reason. Resting on the Ile de la Cite and surrounded by the Seine, it served as inspiration for celebrated writer Victor Hugo's famous work, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Read more ›

Gothic beauty & literary inspiration

Notre Dame Cathedral

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Canal Saint-Martin

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Locals adore this area in Northeastern Paris especially in the spring and the summer time. This is the perfect spot for a picnic and an evening guitar session. Not too far, Republique is a very popular area to enjoy a night out. Read more ›

A cool & bohemian neighbourhood

Canal Saint-Martin

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Take home some extra special souvenirs of your time in Paris! Your personal photographer will capture stunning photos of you at a variety of picturesque locations, with cosy cafés, winding streets, and some of the city’s most iconic buildings as backdrops.

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Pont des Arts

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Pont des Arts is an amazing place, with many locals opting to bring along a blanket, a picnic basket and a bottle of champagne in summer to soak up the happening atmosphere. Buskers abound, and lovers have recently started attaching padlocks declaring their everlasting love to the fence (so-called "love locks"). Read more ›

Picnics, padlocks & parties

Pont des Arts

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Galerie Vivienne

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This covered passage was built in 1823. It’s the most luxurious of all the remaining passages in Paris. The natural light that streams through the glass roof is very beautiful, as is the cupola. You can also admire the mosaics on the floor and the decorative walls. The cornucopias serve as a reminder that it was built for very wealthy people. Read more ›

Old & luxurious covered passage

Galerie Vivienne

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Luxembourg Gardens

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This park is the garden of the French Senate. Here you’ll find 23 hectares of nature right in the city centre. Wishing to recreate the places of her childhood in Italy, her native country, Queen Marie de Medici ordered its construction in 1611. Don't miss the Orangery with its 300-year-old orange trees. Read more ›

Gorgeous & relaxing park

Luxembourg Gardens

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La REcyclerie

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A transformed old railway station

La REcyclerie

Situated right next to the flea market of Porte de Clignancourt, the Ornano railway station metamorphosed into a unique place now known as La REcyclerie. Shut down in 1939, the 19th century train station has been finally given a second life by the crew from Le Comptoir General. Read more ›

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Guided Tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery

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Follow your expert guide among the 69,000 tombs of the peaceful Père Lachaise Cemetery, established in 1804. Visit the final resting places of famous artists, including Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Frédéric Chopin, and much more.

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Marché aux Fleurs

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Very well located, not far from Notre Dame Cathedral, this incredible market offers a multitude of rare and unusual flower varieties every day of the week. Many Parisians know Marché aux Fleurs, even if they’ve never been. Read more ›

Beautiful flower & bird market

Marché aux Fleurs

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Cave du 38 Riv

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We're jamming, we're jamming

Cave du 38 Riv

Discover the vibe of a Parisian jazz night, while mixing with locals and enjoying a nice drink just few metres from the shore of "La Seine". Immerse yourself in the sounds of "alternative Parisiannes". Read more ›

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Rue Denoyez

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Tucked in a side alley right by the metro in the heart of Belleville, you’ll find rue Denoyez aka street art alley. Once a small laneway filled with abandoned shops, it has been taken over by a vibrant street culture scene that uses the walls and windows as its canvas. Read more ›

Belleville's street art alley

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Tuileries Gardens

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Once the royal gardens of the Tuileries Palace, today Tuileries is an expansive stretch of lush grass with promenades, impressive water features and statues. With benches placed helpfully around, you can find many places to relax beside the beautiful ponds, as well as enchanting carousels to entertain children and adults alike. Read more ›

Romantic gardens in the heart of Paris

Tuileries Gardens

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Go out for drinks with friendly locals and fellow travellers! We’ll visit two or three different handpicked bars/pubs/clubs in authentic Parisian neighbourhoods. Your first drink is on me!

Drinks with Locals & Travellers in Paris

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Butte-aux-Cailles

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There isn’t much to see in the 13th district, though Butte-aux-Cailles is definitely worth the visit. This village-like neighbourhood is home to restaurants, bars, and quiet paved streets. It’s a more laidback alternative to other crowded and touristy places. A little gem that locals would like to keep a secret! Read more ›

Charming secluded village

Butte-aux-Cailles

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The Eiffel Tower

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The Eiffel Tower was originally built as a temporary entrance arch to the 1889 World Fair, but was so unique that it quickly became an iconic symbol of France. Today you can climb the tower by foot as far as the second level, or take an elevator to any of its three viewing storeys for stunning views across the city. Read more ›

Climb the ultimate icon

The Eiffel Tower

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Banks of the Seine

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The banks of this legendary Parisian river are marvellous places to spend time. You could start a tour at Quai des Grands Augustins which was one of the first docks in the 16th century, or you could start elsewhere. It’s very romantic to visit at night and see the lights. Parisians enjoy picnicking here with friends. Read more ›

Stroll along the banks of the Seine

Banks of the Seine

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Quartier de la Mouzaïa

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Even nowadays not so well known by the locals, this small neighborhood is a genuine paradise for curious people who want to escape from the stressful cityscape. An unusual village has been set up with astonishing and flowered small detached houses. Read more ›

A lovely hidden village

Quartier de la Mouzaïa

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Private Tour of Notre-Dame de Paris & Ile de la Cité

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Learn the history and secrets of Paris on a private 2-hour walking tour through the Ile de la Cité with a certified guide.

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Île de la Cité

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It's the point zero of the city and apart from its very touristic spots, it also offers a very local markets like "Marché aux fleurs" (Monday to Saturday) and "Aux Oiseaux Cité" (Sunday) Address:Place Louis Lépine, 75004, Paris. Read more ›

A natural island in the heart of Paris

Île de la Cité

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Wanderlust

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Two years ago Wanderlust opened its doors at the Cité de la Mode overlooking the Seine. It’s a huge terrace that hosts many different events, though it’s mostly known for its clubbing scene – here international DJs play electro, house, nouveau disco and sometimes even hip-hop. Other activities include lunch, brunch, yoga, pilates and workshops. Read more ›

An open air club on the left bank

Wanderlust

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Belleville

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This is definitely the Paris you won't find in a guidebook. Parisians loves this area because of its bohemian lifestyle (this is an upcoming district in Northeastern Paris). La Belleville is home to the Ateliers d'Artistes de Belleville, a community art gallery that represents over 150 local artists. Read more ›

A vibrant working-class area in Paris

Belleville

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Passage Choiseul

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Ideally located in the second district between rue des Petits-Champs and rue Saint-Augustin, Choiseul is the longest covered passage in Paris, spanning 190 metres in length. The entire gallery is covered in a glass roof which gives the place luminosity. Read more ›

A symbolic Parisian passage

Passage Choiseul

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Discover the lady behind the Coco Chanel legend. Sip a hot chocolate at her preferred café while learning about her early life and then visit all of her favourite places in Paris.

Coco Chanel’s Paris Tour

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Le MUR

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Le MUR, which can be translated by “The WALL”, is actually an acronym for "Modulable Urbain Réactif" or “Modular Reactive Urban” in English. It's a French association that aims to promote contemporary art, especially urban art. This association regularly offers street artists a space on this wall to exhibit their works. Read more ›

Outdoor urban art spot

Le MUR

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Palais de Tokyo

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Ever since it was established in 2002, Palais de Tokyo has been creating a buzz. Today it’s one of the largest spaces dedicated to contemporary art in Europe. It hosts many events both during the day and at night. Read more ›

Contemporary art gallery

Palais de Tokyo

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Le Village Saint-Paul

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Le Village Saint-Paul is a succession of narrow cobblestone streets and five small green courtyards. It’s home to many vintage, design and craft boutiques, along with antique shops, art galleries and cafés. It's incredibly cosy and charming – I'm sure the inhabitants don't feel as if they’re living in Paris. Read more ›

Quaint village

Le Village Saint-Paul

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Champs de Mars

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Champs de Mars is the park with the most stunning view of the Eiffel Tower, which is an amazing backdrop for both picnics and photos. The park is exquisite in summer, bursting with colourful flowers and duck ponds, and joggers and cyclists looping around its perimeter. In winter you can still find sunny spots to pause and admire the iconic view. Read more ›

Ponds, pony rides, picnics & carousels

Champs de Mars

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Paris Film Locations Tour

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Welcome to the City of Lights…Camera, Action! Discover famous film locations in the heart of Paris on a fascinating 2-hour walking tour with a friendly local guide.

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2 h

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Passage des Panoramas

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The covered passages of Paris are remnants of times before Baron Haussmann set about transforming the city. From the 18th–19th century 150 passages were constructed, enabling wealthy people to shop regardless of the weather. Nowadays just 15 passages remain. Read more ›

An old covered Parisian passage

Passage des Panoramas

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Pont-Neuf

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The Pont Neuf is the oldest standing bridge across the river Seine and therefore it's a Parisian symbol for locals. In the summertime locals usually go down the stairs and sit by La Seine whilst enjoying a good bottle of wine. Read more ›

The oldest bridge in Paris

Pont-Neuf

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Maison de Victor Hugo

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Victor Hugo is considered as one of the uppermost author of the french literature. He has made his mark in various fields of french literature. He has been notably famous as novelist, poet, dramatist and his work has been marked by politics with the writing of famous political speeches. This emblematic figure has lived here during sixteen years. Read more ›

Victor Hugo's house

Maison de Victor Hugo

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Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

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Located in the Parc de la Villette leisure complex that covers an area of 55 hectares, this place hosts various exhibitions on science and innovation and lots of activities for kids. It's also home to a planetarium, an aquarium, a library and even a submarine! It's a fun place to learn about the sciences, nature and technology. Read more ›

A place for curious people

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

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Spend an unforgettable day in the Loire Valley! Visit Chambord Castle and two family-run wineries, have lunch at a wine estate, and enjoy magnificent panoramas of the vineyards. From your departure to your way back, your guide will take care of everything for you.

Loire Valley Castle & Wine Tour from Paris

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Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

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This garden is not particularly touristy, and thanks to its generous size, you can easily find an intimate spot. You'll become a child again here, discovering the garden’s hidden mysteries. Lots of runners and sportsmen train here. It’s a nice picnic spot from spring onwards. For those with children – there’s a puppet theatre, a playground, swings… Read more ›

One of the largest green spaces in Paris

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

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Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church

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This is yet another beautiful church for history lovers to visit, especially as it’s all that remains of the historic Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. In the 7th century, Saint-Germain-des-Près was a prosperous area that belonged to Benedictine monks. Ambitious renovations began in 2011. Read more ›

Saving the oldest church in Paris

Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church

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Le Petit Palais

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This art gallery is a remnant of the Universal Exhibition of 1900 which was a world fair that celebrated the achievements of the previous century. It houses great permanent collections of paintings, sculptures, objects from Rome and Greece, ancient books and photos. It’s also well known for its temporary exhibitions. Read more ›

Museum of fine arts

Le Petit Palais

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Arc de Triomphe (Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile)

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Make your dreams come true

Arc de Triomphe (Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile)

Arc de Triomphe is a place that is both loved by the locals and the tourists. When I first visited it, one of the locals advised me to think about a wish when passing under it. And it worked! I made a wish and it came true. Maybe this is one of the reasons that the locals love this place. Read more ›

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Private Tour of the Paris Orsay Museum

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Enjoy a 2-hour private guided tour of the Musée d'Orsay with a special focus on its history, architecture and 19th-century art.

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2 h

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French, English, Italian

Tour Saint-Jacques

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Many people wonder why this tower stands alone. It’s all that remains of a church that was destroyed during the French Revolution. Luckily it managed to survive the troubled history of the French capital. In the 19th century it was used as a weather station. Read more ›

Iconic tower on the right bank

Tour Saint-Jacques

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Sainte-Chapelle

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A famous and beloved French king (Saint Louis) ordered the construction of this amazing Catholic church in 1239 to house his collection of religious relics (known as "the relics of the Passion"). It's said that this purchase cost half the annual budget of the French kingdom. Read more ›

Royal Gothic chapel

Sainte-Chapelle

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Sésame

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Restaurant on Canal Saint-Martin

Sésame

"Wow!" was my reaction the first time a friend brought me to this little restaurant. It's located on Canal Saint-Martin, which is the place to be when the sun is shining. At Sésame you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and great music. It’s a nice place for a hot chocolate and a chat with friends. Read more ›

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Passage Jouffroy

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As a continuation of the Passage des Panoramas, this covered walkway connects the streets Boulevard Montmartre and rue de la Grange-Batelière. It has a glass and metal roof, and the ground is covered with black and white tiles. Built in 1836 and listed as an historical monument in 1974, this lovely passage has an old and authentic Parisian feel. Read more ›

Charming passage in the 9th district

Passage Jouffroy

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Private Tour of the Louvre Museum: Italian Art

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Enjoy a private 2-hour tour of the Louvre Museum and discover its Italian art collection with an official guide. This tour includes skip-the-line entry.

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Passage Brady

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Passage Brady is one of the two covered walkways of the 10th district, the other being Passage du Prado. It was listed as an historical monument in 2002. It also features an uncovered section that extends to rue du Faubourg-Saint-Martin. Here’s your chance to “visit” Bombay! Read more ›

The little India of Paris

Passage Brady

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The Shoah Memorial

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This is a place of faith and sharing, full of strong emotions. The museum aims to clarify historical information relating to the Holocaust, while also teaching younger generations about the war. Mostly however, it’s a place to remember what happened and pay tribute to all of the victims. Read more ›

Holocaust museum & information centre

The Shoah Memorial

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Saint Sulpice Church

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Although this church is not as famous as Notre Dame Cathedral, it’s just as gorgeous. It’s a real treasure, especially as it’s not overcrowded with tourists. It was renovated over a period of many years, its beauty partially hidden by high scaffolding. Nowadays however you can fully enjoy this iconic edifice of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Read more ›

Magnificent church

Saint Sulpice Church

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La Fabrique Balades Sonores

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This lively place connects you with music produced by French indie labels. Expect to find indie, electro, pop and jazz records and CDs, and everything in between. The original home-like interiors are what make this place extra special. They regularly have promotions and in-store events. Read more ›

Where independent music & art meet

La Fabrique Balades Sonores

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Born Bad Records

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Ever since it was founded in 2006, this label has gained a reputation for representing everything fresh in the French rock scene. The shop itself has all forms of rock music vinyls and CDs. Garage, punk, new wave, old wave, electro and even rockabilly are all amply represented. It's a must-visit place for every rock music aficionado. Read more ›

French rock label's cool record store

Born Bad Records

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Bowling Mouffetard

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This place is hidden at the bottom of about one hundred stairs just off rue Mouffetard. Your journey towards the underground alley is accompanied by 50s-style wall murals of Sandra Dee and Danny type characters who once frequented the golden bowling alleys of yore. Read more ›

A good old-fashioned bowling alley

Bowling Mouffetard

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Bir-Hakeim Bridge

Things To Do 5 1

This bridge is the only one of its kind in the city. You can walk from Bir-Hakeim subway station on the left bank to Passy station on the right bank. With beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower and the banks of the Seine, it’s a great place for photos. People often come here to do photo shoots for weddings and advertisements. Read more ›

Two-tier steel bridge

Bir-Hakeim Bridge

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Musée de Cluny

Things To Do 5 1

History lovers, this is the place to visit if you want to avoid the crowds at the Louvre. I'm sure you didn't know that in Paris you can see well-preserved Gallo-Roman thermal baths dating from the 1st to the 3rd centuries AD. The museum is also home to beautiful medieval tapestries like the famous ‘The Lady and the Unicorn’ series. Read more ›

National museum of the Middle Ages

Musée de Cluny

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Carnavalet Museum

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This museum tells you about the history of Paris from 4600 BC to the present. With artefacts including canoes of the first inhabitants to objects of the French Revolution, the collections are very eclectic. Visitors can also discover the evolution of interior design in Parisian apartments. Read more ›

The story of Paris

Carnavalet Museum

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Panthéon

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Amazing view (no lift, beware...!)

Panthéon

Less known than any other panoramic spots in Paris the Pantheon is quite an experience, beside visiting an impressive classic architecture you should plan your visit on a sunny and clear day in order to get up to the dome. The stunning column peristyle is already worthy the visit but the sight of Paris all around is definitely worthy to be seen. Read more ›

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Espace Dalí

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Dalinian love

Espace Dalí

This unique place 350 m away from the Sacré-Cœur of Montmartre is dedicated to one of the most prominent representative of the Surrealist movement, Salvador Dali. The "Espace Dali" exhibits numerous Dali's paintings, engravings & sculptures along with his life facts, his ideas and the stories behind his creations. Read more ›

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Toolbox Records

Things To Do 4 1

With over 10,000 artists packed into a small room, I guess it’s safe to say that Toolbox has one of the densest ratios of vinyl per square metre in Paris. Ragga, jungle, dub, techno, D&B, house – if this is what you like then Toolbox won’t disappoint. In fact, most of your shopping could happen right here. Read more ›

Bass music!

Toolbox Records

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Passage des Princes

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This passage was opened to the public in 1960 thanks to the initiative of Baron Haussmann. It’s worth seeing due to its period architecture – it has a coloured glass cupola, a glass roof and a façade that’s listed as an historical monument. You’ll find the other entrance at 97 rue de Richelieu. Read more ›

A passage back to childhood

Passage des Princes

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Place Fréhel

Things To Do 4 1

Benjamin Vautier aka Ben is a famous French artist known for his creative performances, writings and installations. In this Belleville district square you’ll find one of his masterpieces – an enormous blackboard hung on a blind wall where the phrase "Il faut se méfier des mots" (“Beware of words”) is written. Read more ›

Street art & trompe l'oeil square

Place Fréhel

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Ile Saint Germaine

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Just outside Paris (a half hour bike ride from the Eiffel Tower) you'll find the quirky island of Ile Saint Germain. It's a cute little hodgepodge of architectural styles, reminiscent of a fishing-village-meets-60s-style, with a good dose of community charm thrown in. Read more ›

A quirky island in the Seine

Ile Saint Germaine

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Le Palais de la Découverte

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The Palace of Discovery is a real discovery itself. It’s the kind of museum that takes you back to your childhood. You can learn a lot about physics, astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, geology and biology, and attend experiments. It’s interactive, playful and very exciting for children. Science lovers will be very happy, as will curious people. Read more ›

For science maniacs

Le Palais de la Découverte

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59 Rivoli

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Parisian artists' squat

59 Rivoli

The abandoned building at 59 rue de Rivoli became a squat in 1999. Despite the bans, threats and warnings of expulsion, talented artists took over the building and made it itself into a work of art. The place has kept its bohemian spirit well alive. Read more ›

Pile ou Face

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Friendly cocktail bar in Pigalle

Pile ou Face

They kept the bar like it was, an old Pigalle "hostess bar" with pole dance bar, mirrors and gold glitters ! Good cocktails for the right price (8 to 12€) Very crowdy on the weekend, best place to have a drink and dance. Much quieter during the rest of the week, great place for a date. + Try their glitter vodka shots !! Read more ›

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Monster Melodies

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This is one of the oldest records stores in Paris to have survived the digital revolution. Although the prices can often be excruciating, it carries a magnificent stock of vinyls (both new and second-hand) including rock, funk, hip hop, soul, blues, jazz, metal, French pop and more. Read more ›

In business since 1985

Monster Melodies

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La Source

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It's spacious, it's bright and thanks to its simple décor, it’s easy to stay focussed on the music despite other distractions including magazines (The Travel Almanac for instance) and apparel. The word that sums up this place, its records, its design and why locals love it: minimal. Read more ›

Techno & house music with style

La Source

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Montmartre Cemetery

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Montmartre Cemetery is a pretty and intimate cemetery nestled below the main thoroughfare around the base of Montmartre. It has a number of famous graves, including those of Dalida, Jacques Offenbach, Maxime du Camp and the family of Emile Zola (his body has been moved to the Pantheon). Read more ›

A quiet place for peaceful contemplation

Montmartre Cemetery

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Madeleine Church

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The style of this place is so original that many don’t even realise it’s a church. What’s more, it's so monumental that people don't dare to enter. In 1806 Napoleon ordered its construction as a "Temple to the Glory of the Great Army". This memorial became a church in 1842 after Napoleon’s fall. Read more ›

Neoclassical Catholic church

Madeleine Church

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Parc André Citroën

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This modern 35-acre park was inaugurated in 1992. André Citroën is a famous French engineer who created a car company at the beginning of the century that still exists today. Not surprisingly, automobile factories were once located here. Read more ›

Futuristic park

Parc André Citroën

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Maillol Museum

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Located between Invalides and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, it's not easy to find this museum if you’ve never heard of it. It’s a small museum, especially if you compare it to the Louvre. I’ve seen two exhibitions here including “The Last Sitting” by Bert Stern (a series of photos of Marilyn Monroe) and an exhibition on the Italian Medici family. Read more ›

Small museum

Maillol Museum

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Parc de la Villette

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Perfect place to enjoy your evenings

Parc de la Villette

Parc de la Villette is a huge green park where locals go to laze around, watch a movie or read their favourite book. You can find here families, couples or just a bunch of friends who want to have a good pastime. Read more ›

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RPR - Le Repaire de Charonne

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back to the 80's cocktail bar

RPR - Le Repaire de Charonne

One of the first cocktail bars in this area, barmen are just adorable, very good cocktails for very affordable prices (8 to 12€). I really like the wood design of the front of the bar, music is great (who still plays Elton John and UB40 nowadays ??) and locals are really friendly Free arcade games with Pacman, STreet Fighters and many more Read more ›

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Montmartre Museum

This small museum consists of two houses where famous painters lived. In the first building, drawings and paintings show you the total transformation of Montmartre over the centuries. You can also learn more about the Parisian nightlife in the 19th century, the various artists that lived there and the period of the Commune. Read more ›

Become an expert in Montmartre history

Montmartre Museum

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Le Moulin Rouge

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Built in 1889, the cabaret was born in the essence of the bohemian Belle Epoque. Even though this is no the place you visit every weekend, Le Moulin Rouge is perfect for a romantic and special occasion. Last but not least, Le Moulin Rouge is located in a very convenient location to enjoy a night out. Read more ›

A must-see cabaret for romantics

Le Moulin Rouge

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Musée Édith Piaf

This private museum located in the 11th district was created by Bernard Marchois, lifelong fan and author of two Piaf biographies. It’s a place with real soul – not only is it brimming with vinyl records, fan letters and a wealth of other memorabilia, it was Piaf’s home at the beginning of her career. Read more ›

Edith Piaf's former apartment

Musée Édith Piaf

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Ground Zero – Le Calif de Belleville

A mecca for indie lovers

Ground Zero – Le Calif de Belleville

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Souffle Continu

Rock, electro, metal, experimental, jazz – that’s one way of categorising the music here. It's just a starting point though as people come here for music that touches the boundaries of each of these styles: krautrock, Americana, harsh noise, drone, contemporary jazz etc. Having all of it on records at a physical store in digital times – priceless! Read more ›

Records that push boundaries

Souffle Continu

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Techno Import

There's a constant stream of new records arriving here every day – dubstep, house, D&B, jungle plus loads of techno and hardcore music – making it one of the best shops of its kind in Paris. Lots of white labels attract locals searching for rarities and other limited editions. They mostly sell records though there are some CDs available. Read more ›

Craving some serious dance music?

Techno Import

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Passage Verdeau

Passage Verdeau is located between rue de la Grande Batelière and rue du Faubourg Montmartre in the 9th district of Paris, just near Passage Jouffroy. This walkway is a combination of old-fashioned storefronts and antique shops, and present-day shops that give it a modern ambiance. Read more ›

An old Parisian passage

Passage Verdeau

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La Gaîté Lyrique

For those modern travellers who require a strong wifi wherever they go, cultural space, La Gaîte Lyrique, is a godsend, providing ample workspace, plug sockets, excellent coffee from their numerous cafes, and best of all, free entry! Enjoy regular art exhibitions, mingle with fellow creatives and buy unique, artistic souvenirs from the shop. Read more ›

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Central Cultural Art/Workspace

La Gaîté Lyrique

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Upper Concept Store

I love to come here to do work on the second floor. They have a cafe with unlimited coffee, great music for staying on task and the design of the place is beautiful. Awesome styles in the boutique and there's an event space on the third floor with cool art. Everything you need in one place! Read more ›

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Très chic and they do it all!

Upper Concept Store

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BAM Karaoke Box

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"Ohhhh, I have the time of my life!" Yeah that's true... I've always been afraid of singing in front of a crowd of people in a cheesy bar with everyone staring at you. But this time is definitely gone thanks to this great concept of Karaoke boxes! Read more ›

The end of Karaoke's hang-ups

BAM Karaoke Box

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Le Lucernaire

Le Lucernaire is an amazing and unusual cultural center. It's both a theater & a cinema and at the same time a restaurant & a bar. There is also a bookshop in the entrance hall, an exhibition gallery and some concerts are even organized on Sunday. The cinema displays both current and old movies. The old ones are sometimes followed by a debate. Read more ›

An eclectic place for curious people

Le Lucernaire

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Music Fear Satan

Music Fear Satan started off in 2004 as an online record store catering to anybody interested in hardcore and metal music. Since 2010, metal fans have been blessed with a store and one more reason to visit Bastille. Here you can pick up doom, death and black metal, noise rock, sludge, emo and psychedelic garage music. It's truly one of a kind. Read more ›

Metal, punk & hardcore

Music Fear Satan

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Betino's Record Shop

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An older record store with a reputation that attracts a fair number of visitors all day long. The selection is decent and diverse, and they claim some of it is really rare. It's in a cool area, there are three turntable listening stations, and it has a cool owner who'll give you recommendations if you’re overwhelmed with choices. Très bon! Read more ›

From jazz to house & back

Betino's Record Shop

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Zic & Bul

With a gallery of original comic strips in the basement, this is THE place for comic book collectors. It’s fair to say that the visual dominates the audible here, though as they also sell records it’s hard to argue against the importance of both – good cover art makes rare rock and jazz vinyls even more special. Read more ›

Collector’s comics & records

Zic & Bul

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Fargo Vinyl Shop

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Fargo is all about rock music and music that’s clearly influenced by rock – there’s everything from pop, folk and indie to metal, blues and country. The shop has a strong North American feeling which is apparent in the selection of music and even in the décor – it’s more reminiscent of an American film than a Parisian boutique. Read more ›

Rock music galore

Fargo Vinyl Shop

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Heartbeat Vinyl

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This is a classic example of a record store (vinyls only) where the guy behind the counter is always ready to help customers dig out all the juicy stuff while still leaving them plenty of space to make discoveries of their own. The selection of new and used records might not be huge, but it’s obvious that they’re all treated with love and care. Read more ›

Vinyls with soul

Heartbeat Vinyl

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Le Silence de la Rue

When you enter this legendary store, beware! It may take longer than you think to go through all the new and used records. Soul, funk, reggae, blues, hip hop, jazz, garage, Afro and even pop – the selection of music is truly eclectic. Even if you’re not looking for anything in particular, the wide price range offers something for everyone. Read more ›

Eclectic selection of black music & more

Le Silence de la Rue

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MurMur Pantin

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huge climbing room in the north of Paris

MurMur Pantin

This is a huge climbing room with many walls, a sauna, a training room, a bar... There are several rooms, with blocks or walls. The equipment can be rented. Check out for happy hours allowing cheaper fares. Have a beer in a sofa after a climbing session in this warm ambiance is very relaxing! Read more ›

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L'Oblique - Cité internationale universitaire de Paris

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International Campus Heritage

L'Oblique - Cité internationale universitaire de Paris

L'Oblique, through a permanent exposition and guided tours, will reveal you all the secrets you need to know about the mesmerizing campus of Paris intra-muros: the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (14eme). Read more ›

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L'AntiCafé

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Ideal place to work

L'AntiCafé

Because you can meet a lot of people working. You can find artists, entrepreneurs, freelancers. You pay the time you stay, and you have free drinks. The place is very nice, and the district is cool as well, much central. Read more ›

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Exodisc

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Record stores aren’t what they used to be, particularly so in these digital times. Exodisc and its charismatic owners, Larry Debay and his wife Dominique, represent the old school way of running things. They take pride in selecting and listening to all of the vinyls themselves and have run their shop this way for over 30 years. Read more ›

Classic record store

Exodisc

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