{"id":22322,"date":"2018-03-01T07:37:42","date_gmt":"2018-03-01T15:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=22322"},"modified":"2025-08-16T21:57:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-17T04:57:39","slug":"paris-secret-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/paris-secret-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"7 SECRET SPOTS TO SEE OFF THE BEATEN PATH IN PARIS"},"content":{"rendered":"

It used to be perfectly normal to stick to the group and explore your destinations with the pack \u2013 it\u2019s safe, well-organized, and you had no way of knowing if there are other, better, cooler, less crowded spots you can visit to experience the local way of life.<\/p>\n

Today, it\u2019s a completely different story, making travel all the more desirable for young adventurists who crave the real taste of the world.<\/p>\n

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With access to ample online reviews, locals posting their favorite spots in town, and suggestions from residents on where to stay, eat and stroll, it\u2019s no wonder we\u2019re now less inclined to be diligent with the travel agency plans, and much more likely to wander off into the unknown.<\/p>\n

And if there\u2019s a single city in Europe whose secret nooks deserve a visit, that\u2019s Paris. So, pack your bags and print out the following itinerary \u2013 you\u2019re about to become a Parisian!<\/p>\n

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Le Bois De Boulogne’s Tranquil Waters<\/h2>\n

Western Paris is home to a true oasis, one that serves as the perfect opposite to the city\u2019s otherwise sleepless spirit and the hustle and bustle of its urban character. This oasis is known as the Boulogne forest, a serene patch of greenery that serves as an ideal escape from the noise.<\/p>\n

And what better way to do so than boating on the forest\u2019s lake<\/a>? While a perfect romantic choice for a couple, it can also be a splendid way for a solo traveler to enjoy a different, tame side of Paris.<\/p>\n

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Hungry At Belleville<\/h2>\n

Instead of the pricey restaurants in the city center, why not treat yourself to a delicious Chinese dish or a French cuisine specialty “in the safe embrace of Belleville<\/a>“?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not just the prices that attract the locals to this neighborhood, but the more authentic tastes that are preserved in the many bistros you\u2019ll find in the area, and the chance to travel the world without leaving your seat. <\/p>\n

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Museums From A Different Vantage Point<\/h2>\n

Although the Louvre definitely deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful museums of the world, Paris hides numerous other worthy galleries and museums that you should add to your bucket list, and not just for their art collections.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s the world\u2019s only Vampire Museum, while the famous Mus\u00e9e d’Orsay and Mus\u00e9e des \u00c9gouts de Paris can both be accessed with the Paris museum pass<\/a>, and those who reach the top of the Orsay will get a special treat: a panoramic view of the city from its incredible rooftop! <\/p>\n

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Hop-On The Dodo Man\u00e8Ge<\/h2>\n

Disneyland just outside of Paris is one of the main attractions that brings families from all over Europe to this area. But, for lovers of quirky, less-trodden paths, you can head to the Natural History Museum compound where a special kind of carousel is hidden \u2013 the one that lets you “ride extinct species” such as the dodo<\/a>. Talk about a way to awake your inner child and learn about nature at the same time! <\/p>\n

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Wines Of Montmartre<\/h2>\n

If there\u2019s one thing France is famous for, it\u2019s their wine. And what kind of a diligent traveler would you be if you failed to try some of their finest vintages hidden in the most charming neighborhood of Paris?<\/p>\n

The last operating vineyard in the city cradled on the Montmartre<\/a> and is one of the city\u2019s best-kept secrets. If you\u2019re lucky enough to travel in October, head to “their F\u00eate des Vendanges”, the annual festivity of grape harvesting.<\/p>\n

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Explore 59 Rivoli<\/h2>\n

Art is the very essence of Paris, whether it hides in the majestic hallways of the Panth\u00e9on or in the least known corners of the city. However, Paris also loves its contradictions and culture clashes, so it makes perfect sense that right across the street from the local H&M, in the street that\u2019s known as the shopping mecca of the City of Light.<\/p>\n

You can enter a completely different world. 59 rue Rivoli<\/a> is the safe haven of contemporary art \u2013 you might fall in love with a local painter\u2019s portrait or an eclectic installation that takes up an entire room. <\/p>\n

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Parc Des Butte Chaumont<\/h2>\n

If this is not your first trip to Paris, and you\u2019re not in a hurry to visit as many attractions as humanly possible, then you can indulge in a day of lounging in the sun, Parisian-style with the locals.<\/p>\n

In the northeastern part of the city, Parc des Butte Chaumont<\/a> is a favorite picnic spot for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Bring your snacks and immerse yourself in the musical flow of French being spoken all around you!<\/p>\n

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