Wander around Paris from the eyes of a local: from secret “quartier” to the antique restaurants

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Fikri Aulia

Guided trip
Forget about the classic Eiffel Tower or Louvre Museum where you only see queues, other tourists—or you might even have visited these places. Join me through this 4 days “discover Paris like a local” trip to uncover where the spot-on cultural museums are, area where the locals hang out and the street where you can enjoy the festive ambiance of Paris. Want to get to know me? Hi, I’m Fikri, your ProTripLeader! I am Indonesian, living in Paris center for three years now. I’m a junior management consultant, working in a big firm in the country and have a tremendous passion for travelling since I was 5 years old! I grew up in Indonesia, obtained my Master in France, Italy and Norway where I met such diverse and adorable people! What’s special about this trip? 1. You’ll visit the hidden gems and non-touristy spots in Paris and guided with someone who has lived there for three years! 2. There will be free times and I will always be there for you if you need suggestions on where to go—and where to party! 3. Accommodation is extremely affordable but still in the center and proper What’s included in this trip? 1. Accommodation for 4 days & 3 nights (1 bunk bed and 2 single beds in a shared room) 2. Transportation card “Navigo Jour” from day 1-4 3. 1x lunch at Bouillon Pigalle and 1x dinner at Les Antiquaires with limit set on €25.1 and €42.5 respectively 4. All the museum’s tickets, audio and Musée d’Orsay’s guided tour (subject to availability). 5. Dedicated guidance from me :) In the 1st day, I will take you to the two of my favorite museums: Musée de l’Orangerie to set eyes on a timeless Impressionist paintings of Claude Monet, and a guided tour to Musée d’Orsay to embrace the rich and complex legacies of Bal du moulin de la Galette by Auguste Renoir, Fritillaires by Van Gogh, and many more! To end the day, I’ll take you to my favorite spot to hang out and watch the sun goes down by the Seine river. In the 2nd day, I will guide you to Paris’ gems in the north and the east. Commencing our day by having a lunch in an antique restaurant “Le Bouillon Pigalle”, then I’ll take you to a vibrant quartier of Montmarte where you can sip a café, have a beer, or simply adore its architecture. Then, I’ll take you to the newly revamped 20th century inspired shopping center “Samaritaine” where you can purchase luxury goods or simply adore the architecture. In the 3rd day, it’s time for the southern of Paris or as we call it “La Rive Gauche”. First, I’ll take you to La Grande Mosquée to sip on a middle-eastern specialty tea and taste its sugary and tasty snacks. Then, we head to the famous area of latin “Le Quartier Latin” where you can set eyes on Sorbonne University, Panthéon, antique cafés, exquisite architecture, and many more. Then, I’ll take you to Jardin du Luxembourg to do a mini picnic. Finally, we end our day by having a dinner in a timeless and exquisite and antique restaurant “Les Antiquaires” to enjoy its finest escargot, roasted duck, crème brûlée, and wine! In the final day, I’ll take you to the newly opened Galerie de Dior to see its timeless collections and history. Finally, I’ll be able to guide you to a walk to “Le Marais” where you can shop and enjoy! Join now to experience Paris through the eyes of a local!
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Trip Itinerary
1

Musée de l'Orangerie

Day 1
Begin the journey by visiting the exquisite Musée de l’Orangerie where you will be immersed by houses a series of large Water Lilies paintings which are masterpieces offered by Monet himself to France in 1922. The lower ground floor houses the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collections which are dedicated to the great names of the 20th century: Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse, Picasso, Soutine and many more!
2

Musée d'Orsay

Day 1-2
Known throughout the world for its rich collection of Impressionist art, the Musée d'Orsay is also the museum of all artistic creation in the Western world from 1848 to 1914. Its collections represent all forms of expression, from painting to architecture, including sculpture, decorative arts and photography. Immerse yourself with the timeless collections of art like you have never seen in a guided tour! Finally, we’ll end the day in one of my favorite spot to watch the sunset by the Seine river and the bridge “Neuf” or “Pont Neuf”.
3

Bouillon Pigalle

Day 2
Have a taste on one of the most antique and affordable French cuisine in town. I’ll take you to Bouillon Pigalle to taste its exquisite dishes of your own choice, starting from Entrées, Plats to Desserts.
4

Montmartre

Day 2
With its cobbled streets, stunning Basilica, artists, bistros ... Montmartre is full of charm! Perched on the top of a small hill in the 18th arrondissement, the most famous Parisian district has lost none of its village atmosphere that appealed so much to the artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. A real melting pot of art and inspiration for the cinema, Montmartre still gives as much pleasure to those who stroll around it and figures high on the list for a stay in Paris.
5

Samaritaine

Day 2
Built in 1869, and reopened in 2021, La Samaritaine– with its boldly-lettered Art Nouveau facade looming over the Seine River and the Pont Neuf bridge– had been a reliable fixture in the city landscape. It is THE place to enjoy the revamped antique architecture and to shop.
6

Rue Montorgueil

Day 2-3
To end the day, I’ll take you to the local-famous “Rue Montorgueil” which is known as a vibrant promenade where you can enjoy the day with friends alongside with some apéritif or coffee. It’s perfect to immerse with the Parisian lifestyle.
7

Grande Mosquée de Paris

Day 3
In here, set foot and eyes on a different optic of Parisian lifestyle. You will enter a realm of a North-African mosque and café decorated with exquisite fountains, trees and fascinating architecture. Taste the Mediterranean tea at its best here.
8

Latin Quarter

Day 3
After sipping the tea and sugary and tasteful snacks, I’ll take you on a stroll to Quartier Latin from Paris 5e arrondissement to Paris 6e arrondissement where you will cross some of the famous landmarks such as Panthéon, La Sorbonne, many more!
9

Luxembourg Gardens

Day 3
To end the stroll, I’ll take you to the Jardin du Luxembourg where we can chill and enjoy some of chill drinks and snacks that we could buy on the way. It’s best to rest your feet while benefiting the cool breeze of air, green-colored grass and the antique building.
10

Les Antiquaires

Day 3-4
End the day to dine in one of my all time favorite French restaurant near the Invalides: Les Antiquaires. Here, you will find one of the most mouth-watering cuisines. Taste the Le Magret du Canard, and have a sip of its wine from Bordeaux.
11

La Galerie Dior

Day 4
Featuring a unique scenographic narrative, La Galerie Dior captures the spirit of Parisian Haute Couture while perpetuating the memory of this historic address. From robe, bags, writings, and many more!
12

Le Marais

Day 4
Finally, we will end the trip by taking a stroll in one of the most vibrant and beautiful street: Le Marais where you can find museums, exhibitions, shops, all kind of foods with a wide range of prices, artists, musician, all sort of thing.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hostel
4 days trip
Musée de l'Orangerie, Musée d'Orsay & 10 more
Transportation
Trekking, Train
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