Inside this Issue: * Commentary: The Cult(ure) of Luxury * The Louvre Limits Visitor Numbers * Notre Dame Restoration “On Schedule” * Heated Cushions on...
Author - Heather Stimmler
The latest concerts, festival, events and expositions in Paris this February.
In this Article: * New Director, New Plans * Tips for Visiting the Louvre * Maybe...don't? * Louvre Tickets: Buy in Advance * Opening Hours: No Changes Yet *...
Last month I took a spin through the temporary shows Le Grand Numéro de Chanel at the Grand Palais Ephémère, and Louis Vuitton’s LV Dream next to the LVHM...
Doing research for the Secrets of Paris sometimes involves a plan, and sometimes simply involves just strolling around keeping my eyes open. Either way, it's...
Forget about driving, Paris has one of the best public transportation networks in the world! Generally considered safe, clean, affordable and widespread...
I would make the joke that La Poste put the snail into snail mail, but I actually find the French postal service surprisingly quick and reliable (chalk it up...
Whether you’ve used them before or are a first-timer, here are a few useful tips on the Velib bikes, how to set up an account, and how to use them.
Ring in 2023 with a video and photos of what we've been up to in December, as well as a sneak peek into the latest commentary Heather has been working on.
The latest concerts, festival, events and expositions in Paris this December.
Inside this Issue: * The Renaissance of Le Défenseur du Temps * Live Translation Apps * Shopping: Historic Photos, Guidebooks, Maps of Paris * Yes, You Can...
The fascinating automated clock Le Défenseur du Temps has finally been restored, and is temporarily on display at Anticipations Lafayette.
About Secrets of Paris
Paris-based journalist Heather Stimmler started the Secrets of Paris in 1999 as an alternative to the mainstream fluff. Enjoy the original insider’s guide written by and for Parisians and visitors.
Heather Stimmler
