Ah, Paris — the city of love, light and endless inspiration.
After nearly two decades of travelling here several times a year, it’s a pleasure to share an updated guide to the places we return to time and again. From our favourite hotels and neighbourhood haunts to the restaurants, boutiques and cultural gems that never fail to delight, this is our intimate, tried-and-true edit of Paris at its best.
Please enjoy, and bon voyage!
Think of this as your shortcut to exceptional experiences: the perfect falafel, a river stroll, the ice-cream worth crossing town for, the café locals actually queue for, the best French pharmacy finds, the most beautiful personalised shirts — and all the little discoveries that make a trip unforgettable.
Alongside this guide, we’ve created a colour-coded GRACE PARIS MAP loaded with even more GRACE-approved spots to explore. Download this guide for free below, or opt for the guide + map for $8 — a living resource we’ll continue to update with every visit.
And as always, we love personalising our recommendations just for you! If you have a trip coming up, tell us where you’re staying and how long you’re there, and we’ll help you curate the perfect Paris itinerary.
Where to Sleep
Check in to our tried and tested hotels for the best in location, service and style.
The common thread: each property is authentic, chic, and full of thoughtful details that make you feel at home.
OUR HOTEL LIST
Hôtel MADAME RÊVE (1e)
Hôtel COSTES (1e)
Hôtel HANA (2e)
Le Pavillon de la REINE (3e)
Hôtel du PETIT MOULIN (3e)
Pavillon Faubourg SAINT GERMAIN (7e)
Saint JAMES (16e)
Where To Eat
With so many amazing options, choosing whereto eat is all about balance — strike the perfect mix of classic French, modern bistros, International cuisine, bougie & chill.
OUR DO NOT MISS LIST
Au Passage
FRENCHIE BAR
Hotel Costes
ANAHI
Cafe Charlot
BISTROT PAUL BERT
L’Avenue
LE SERVAN
Le Petit Lutetia
RALPHS
Le Chateaubriand
VERJUS
Loulou
KUNITORAYA
Clover Grill
CLOWN BAR
Mokonuts
KAPARA
Le Cheval D’Or
COFFEE & BARS
While Paris isn't widely known for great coffee, there are plenty of coffee spots excelling in pouring a great coffee or matcha. Some of our favourites are:
COFFEE SHOPS
Telescope
CAFE NUANCES
Cafe Kitsune
BOOT CAFE
Noir
WHITE
Dreamin’ Man
LE CREME DE PARIS
Café Kitsuné
For bars that serve the perfect balance of ambience and flavour, head to:
Le Serpent a Plume
BAR HEMINGWAY
Le Cheval Blanc
HÔTEL COSTES
La Fete
We’d love to customise your food experience in Paris! Get in touch to hone in on the places that will best suit you.
Things to Do
When it comes to things to do in Paris, the list is endless, and to some extent, obvious. In our book, the best way to connect with the city is just to walk! Paris is truly best on foot, mixing art, sights, eating and shopping throughout your day.
PLACES TO EXPLORE
Fondation Louis Vuitton
MUSEE RODIN
Musee Picasso
RUE BONAPARTE
Marche aux Puces de Saint Ouen
MARCHE PAUL BERT SERPETTE
Officine Universelle Buly
DAVID MALLETT
Berthillon on Ile St Louis
ARC DE TRIOMPHE CLIMB
Canal Saint Martin & Area
PARIS GRAFITTI TOUR
Deyrolle
CITYPHARMA
Le Marais & Place de Vosges
Alix D Reynis
JARDIN DU PALAIS ROYAL
Jardin du Luxembourg
PARIS SHOPPING
Again, a list of usual suspects comes to mind and these Paris institutions are easy to find. There's little more pleasurable than stumbling across unexpected gems when navigating the city on foot.
If you're limited for time, here is a list of our favourite stores and places to visit. And, if you have the time, spend a day at the Marché Saint Ouen and Paul Bert Serpette.
Stroll Avenue Montaigne
KITH
Yvonne Leon
DOVER STREET MARKET
Libraire 7L
LE BON MARCHE
Rubirosa’s
CHARVET
Printemps
GALERIES LAFAYETTE
Astier de Villatte
MERCI
Citypharma
DRIES VAN NOTEN MENS
Galerie Gastou
OFFICINE UNIVERSELLE BULY
Marin Montagut
OFR BOOKSHOP
Librairie Galignani
