Looking for packages to Paris? Get the best city breaks for just £209pp, with cheap return flights included and optional Paris Eurostar tickets. Book now!Paris, the capital of France, isn’t just about big-name sights. It’s a blend of art, fashion, history, and everyday life that unfolds street by street. Sure, visitors flock to the Eiffel Tower, its glow at night still feels magical. And the Louvre, with the Mona Lisa peeking out from a swarm of crowds, remains irresistible. But step beyond the obvious, and Paris starts to reveal itself differently. Folks who’ve lived here often suggest skipping the long lines and instead heading to places like the Musée de l’Orangerie or Montparnasse Tower, great for quiet views, even including the Eiffel Tower from a distance.Then there are spots almost no one sees, like the old railway turned green walk called La Petite Ceinture, where moss and graffiti coexist over forgotten tracks, just steps away from the bustle. Or take a walk along Canal Saint-Martin, lined with cafés and quirky shops where the feel of local life pulses softly. Want a view without the crowds? Parc de Belleville up on its hill shows Paris stretched out below, including the Eiffel Tower and rooftops glowing at dusk.If you’d rather taste the city, try the oldest covered market, Marché des Enfants Rouges, with wide counters of olives, crepes, coffees, and people who clearly come here every weekend. For something more unexpected, the Museum of Counterfeiting in the 16th arrondissement pairs fake Rolexes with the real deal. Interesting, oddly charming, and small enough to explore without feeling rushed.There’s also the quietude of Square Marcel-Bleustein-Blanchet in Montmartre, a green spot that few tourists find, perfect for sitting and watching Paris go by. Paris doesn’t need to try to charm you. Sometimes the simplest corners, the canal, comfy markets, hidden gardens, leave the clearest memories. Stay long enough to notice those fragments, and the city tends to stay with you.
Tucked away on the quiet banks of the Marne River, Appart’Hôtel Paris Quai de Marne*** feels like a calm little base just outside the city rush. It’s in Nogent-sur-Marne, only about 10 minutes from Gare de Lyon by RER, so you get the best of both worlds — peaceful surroundings with Paris right at your doorstep.The apartments themselves are modern and practical, the kind of place where you can actually unpack and settle in. Studios come with the essentials already sorted — beds made, fresh towels waiting, and a small kitchenette with a hob, coffee maker, toaster, and the basics you’d need if you want to cook instead of always eating out. It really does feel more like a home than a standard hotel room.What’s nice is how flexible the place feels. Couples often book it for weekend getaways, business travelers appreciate the quick transport links, and small groups find it a cozy base without the fuss of central Paris hotels. Some rooms even have terraces, which is a treat after a day in the city — sit outside, watch the river, and breathe a little.Location-wise, it’s hard to beat if you’re planning to explore both Paris and beyond. The RER gets you into the city quickly for sights like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d’Orsay, but you’re also close to Disneyland Paris (about 30 minutes by train) and places like the Stade de France for concerts or matches. On quieter days, the local riverside paths and markets in Nogent-sur-Marne are worth a wander too.
Location
18 Rue De Nazare, Quai du Port, 94130 Nogent-sur-M