You have
decided to visit beautiful Paris, great idea! You are interested in renting a holiday flat, you may already know the number of bedrooms you want, your
maximum budget, etc. But have you thought about where to stay exactly in the
capital? Paris is divided in 20 districts, each with its own personality. Some
neighborhoods are more family-oriented than other, some are very central but quite
noisy at night: there is no such thing as a perfect place, but there is for
sure a perfect spot for YOU!
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| Paris, France |
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| Paris 16th district |
If you plan
on visiting with family, you’ll certainly prefer a quiet district with easy
access to the main Parisian attractions. The 15th and 16th
districts are a good option: there are not so touristy and rather calm, with
plenty of green spots. The huge Bois de Boulogne is where Parisians work out
during week-ends, and the Jardin d’Acclimatation is simply ideal for an
afternoon with children. In the 15th district, the Park André
Citroën is another place of choice: it lies next to the Seine and you can board
on a hot-air balloon, for a panorama of Paris 150m
above the ground!
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| Paris 9th district |
If you are more into a
girls-just-wanna-have-fun spirit, you should definitely consider the 9th
district, where Paris’ Opéra is located! It is basically paradise for shopping
amateurs, especially around the Haussmann Street, where the two world-famous
department stores Le Printemps and Les Galeries Lafayette and international
brands line up. Plus Pigalle quarter is a big part of the Parisian night-life.
You will encounter bars, nightclubs, cafes but also sex shops and striptease
clubs! You may not know but Pigalle has a rather scandalous reputation… Or why
not stay in Le Marais, formerly a Jewish area, and now more of a gay-friendly neighbourhood.
It is situated right in the centre of Paris, in the 3rd and 4th
district. You’ll find there a mix of old stones, vanguard shops, museums and a
great party scene!
If you’re travelling
with your loved one, Paris should then be synonym of Romance to you! Easy,
choose a vacation apartment in Montmartre in the 18th district.
Picturesque and lively, you’ll benefit from a breathtaking panorama while
having a “crèpe” or wandering along its paved streets. The 1st
district is another alternative. Next to the banks of the Seine, you will be
next to the majestic Louvre Museum and many more very romantic spots, such as
the Pont des Arts.
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| Paris 18th district |
Business travelers
will appreciate the proximity of the 15th and 16th
district to major business centers: the Parc des Expositions de Versailles and
La Défense for the latter. There are plenty of short-term rentals there to
choose from.
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| Paris 10th district |
Travelling on a
budget? Then look for a neighbourhood not so central but still nice. My personal
pick would be the 10th district: nice and picturesque around the
Canal Saint-Martin, it benefits from a great cultural mix in the area of Little
India or Small Turkey. Plus, it borders the great Marais district and the most
beautiful Parisian park is close by (Les Buttes-Chaumont in the 19th
district). In general, to limit your housing budget in Paris, choose a holiday
flat in districts from the 10th to the 20th.
Once you have figured
out the neighbourhood that best fits your needs, it’s time to look for a nice
holiday flat… You’ll have plenty of alternatives! Have a look at City Getaway, there is an
apartment for everyone there, whether you plan on travelling with your family
or with friends, for a short stay or a whole month. Next? Enjoy your trip in
Paris!
