Go Inside Paris with European Experiences
Inside Paris offers a special four-night experience, set in the heart of the Latin Quarter near the River Seine. The trip highlights themed days such as French gastronomy, art, architecture, and gardens. Throughout, you’ll explore these themes from a local’s perspective for a truly authentic “inside” experience.
Highlights include:
- Begin the trip with an iconic jaunt around town in a classic French Citroën 2CV. This bucket-list experience offers a perfect way to meet fellow travelers and enjoy the charm of Paris together.
- Next, explore the Haut Marais on a walking tour, a former textile district now bustling with contemporary artisans. Hosted by a local guide and blogger, this area reveals the authentic and creative side of Paris.
- Discover Paris’ enchanting “house” museums, from Haussmannian apartments to grand city mansions. Each museum showcases unique collections of art and furniture, offering insight into the lives of their former Parisian owners.
- Following this, we will explore one or two unique Paris gardens. Guided by a passionate garden enthusiast who shares their love for these peaceful spaces
- A day dedicated to gastronomy and food history will immerse us in French culinary traditions. Hosted by a professional chef, we will enjoy lunch in a historic bistro dating back to the early 20th century, savoring simple yet delicious French meals in a beautifully preserved art deco setting.
- As part of our food heritage walk, we will visit historic shops in the former wholesale district. Stops include: A generations-old kitchen store, an “épicerie” with fine French ingredients, and the city’s oldest “patisserie,” with a delightful tasting.
- Some of the culinary experiences include: Dining at a wine bar for cheese and charcuterie. A savory meal at a crêperie. And a visit to a Lebanese restaurant, Parisians’ favorite ethnic cuisine. For a memorable finale, we’ll have a private dinner hosted by a Parisian food stylist in her Haussmann apartment, celebrating contemporary bistro cuisine.
Although it can be booked as a standalone trip, this shorter Experience is an ideal pre-trip paired with one of our week-long experiences in France. If you book both trips, transportation by high-speed train to Provence is included.
