Explore Paris 8th District with HOTEL MATHIS

Take advantage of numerous terraces on the banks of the Seine. Discover the best spots where to picnic and to find the ideal place to unwind your tablecloth between lover or between friends.
Whom you are only, for two, in family or between friends, you have a very wide choice. You can reserve for 1:30 am for 8 people a picnic in any intimacy in Zzz, surrounded with an intimate garden inspired by famous paintings, you are there as if you were alone in your garden. On bring down it in one thousand legs, it is the user-friendliness which is for the honor, it is not rare to share its picnic with his neighbors of table and to finish with a game of checkers, failures, small horses or other backgammon which are lent to you on the spot. You prefer a panoramic view on Paris and its Seine, choose the walking of the emmarchement.

Prepare your baskets and if you forgotten the dessert or the coffee, the delivery tricycles of Omnivore and Mozza&co wait for you to counter in the lack.

Another way of discovering the lifestyle in Paris, stroll in the discovery of the ports of capital where you can dream on the life aboard boats, these "pénichards" which chose to live on the water and are proud of it, for them, it is about a real lifestyle. Often, at first, it is the wallet which dictates this option. But the dream part is never very far, some people buy a barge, others prefer to build it. According to the association of protection of the Seine, they would be 1 600 in Ile-de-France. You admire their most beautiful barges and you will discover ports right in the heart of Paris not as the others!
 A walk also in the discovery of the new Banks of the Seine situated on the old ports of Paris, to reorganize and to transform into a real urban landscape, which offers you of multiple activities: sports route, space Zen, refreshment rooms, floating islands. One stroll at the same time quiet and pleasant, full of charm and far from the ceaseless animation of Paris.

Batobus takes you to the heart of Paris, to reach the various quarters of the capital. With 8 stops on the route, Batobus shows you a different view of Paris and is an original way of getting about in Paris.

Romantic walks, Paris attracts every year of the lovers of the whole world. Here is an unusual route or the Parisian romanticism is in every corner of street and where you discover the eternal charm of the Seine. Down from the tours of Notre-Dame in strolls on quays via the Pont des Arts, the wall of I love you, the museum of the romantic life Paris did not steal its reputation from big romantic!

Come and discover the magical banks of the Seine with a dinner cruise and surrounded by Paris' most prestigious monuments, specially illuminated for the occasion. CELEBRATE NEW YEAR'S EVE DURING A DINNER CRUISE. DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF THE BANKS OF THE SEINE AND SEE ALL OF THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS MONUMENTS IN PARIS, SPECIALLY ILLUMINATED FOR THE OCCASION. All tables are positioned to look out over the Seine, allowing everyone to make the most of the capital's sights in complete comfort. The New Year's Eve magic will begin from the sound of the first notes of the violin and piano. Be swept away by the musicians who will play a timeless repertoire of international and classic French pieces throughout your meal. An illuminated Paris combined with a delicious menu, specially created by the chef for the occasion (see details below), will leave you with unique memories of this exquisite evening. Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation

See Paris in a new light! During a tour in a 2CV, an icon of 1960s France, the capital will reveal all kinds of secrets to you... Sitting comfortably in a 2CV, a popular car manufactured between 1948 and 1990, you will have the choice between a 90-minute or 3-hour tour, both of which allow you to discover the authentic side of Paris, far from the typical tourist sites. Your driver will tell you all kinds of stories along the way, showing you some of the more inconspicuous, but no less prestigious, landmarks of the capital. Sites visited on the tour include: * Place Vendôme * The Marais * Serge Gainsbourg's house * Sainte Catherine marketplace * The cannonball hole in the Hôtel des Sens * The Bourse de Commerce (Chamber of Commerce) If you're curious to see more, opt for the 3-hour circuit, which takes in the charming neighborhoods of the 13th arrondissement and passes monuments including: * La Cité Florale * The Pompidou Center * Le Château de la Reine Blanche ('Castle of the White Queen') * L'Hôtel des Monnaies * The Paris Observatory * The Gobelins Manufactory Explore all of the French capital's most charming spots during this atypical tour! See the full list of sites covered below 

Set off to discover the capital and its emblematic monuments abord a legendary 2 CV car, a symbol of the French 1960s lifestyle. The authentic Paris will be revealed to you on this full tour! The 2 CV was a popular type of car manufactured between 1948 and 1990. This stylish little retro car became a symbol of a whole era and an icon of the French 1960s lifestyle.  Aboard this legendary convertible, you'll drive through the capital on a tour of the city's major sites and landmark monuments, including: * The Champs Elysées * The Arc de Triomphe * The Eiffel Tower * The Louvre * Invalides * Notre Dame * Opéra Garnier See below for the full list of sites covered. Your driver will tell you all kinds of facts and stories along the way. Once you've covered the historic heart of the city, you'll set off to discover the different neighborhoods of Paris, including: * Montmartre * The Moulin Rouge * Sacré Coeur * The Panthéon * Saint Germain des Prés * Place de la Bastille Take a trip back in time aboard a classic car and discover the authentic Parisian atmosphere during a fun and pleasant ride.

Jump into a 2CV classic car for a unique trip through Paris, taking in the city's must-see monuments along the way! The 2 CV was a popular type of car manufactured between 1948 and 1990. This stylish little retro car became a symbol of a whole era and an icon of the French 1960s lifestyle.  Aboard this legendary convertible, you'll drive through the capital on a tour of the city's major sites and landmark monuments, including: * The Champs Elysées * The Arc de Triomphe * The Eiffel Tower * The Louvre * Notre Dame * Opéra Garnier * Place de la Concorde * Invalides See below for the full list of sites covered. Your driver will tell you all kinds of facts and stories along the way. Take a trip back in time aboard a classic car and discover the authentic Parisian atmosphere during a fun and pleasant ride.

Discover the authentic Paris during a commentated city tour of the capital's major landmark monuments and sites aboard a classic 2CV car. THE 2 CV WAS A POPULAR CITROËN CAR MODEL MANUFACTURED BETWEEN 1948 AND 1990. THIS STYLISH LITTLE RETRO CAR BECAME A SYMBOL FOR A WHOLE ERA AND AN ICON OF THE FRENCH 1960S LIFESTYLE.  Aboard this legendary convertible, you'll drive through the capital on a tour of the city's major sites and landmark monuments. Depending on the length of tour you choose, your ride will take in the following sites: * The Champs-Elysées * The Arc de Triomphe * The Eiffel Tower * Invalides * Grand Palais and Petit Palais * La Madeleine * Olympia Hall  * Opéra Garnier  * Place Vendôme  Your driver will tell you all kinds of facts and stories along the way. Take a trip back in time aboard a classic car and discover the authentic Parisian atmosphere during a fun and pleasant ride.

Discover the magical banks of the Seine, enjoy a delicious dinner, and admire all of the most prestigious Parisian landmarks. All tables face out to the river so guests can enjoy all of the sights during their meal.  DISCOVER THE ROMANTIC RIVERBANKS OF THE SEINE AND ADMIRE ALL OF THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS PARISIAN LANDMARKS DURING THIS DINNER CRUISE. All tables face out to the river so that guests can make the most of the capital's sights in absolute comfort. The magic will begin with the first notes of piano and violin; the soft live music setting a pleasant tone for your meal. During this dinner cruise abord the Bateaux Mouches fleet, you'll be swept away by the talented musicians and a delicious, freshly prepared meal from one of the packages on offer (Prestige or Excellence).  This dinner cruise combines bright Paris lights with French culinary delights for an unforgettable evening.

Paris: the city of culture, good food, art, and of course love! Enjoy a romantic evening on the Seine, complete with a gourmet dinner – what better way to show your loved one how you feel? PARIS: THE CITY OF CULTURE, GOOD FOOD, ART, AND OF COURSE LOVE! ENJOY A ROMANTIC EVENING ON THE SEINE, COMPLETE WITH A SUMPTUOUS DINNER – WHAT BETTER WAY TO SHOW YOUR LOVED ONE HOW YOU FEEL? This cruise has all the indredients for an unforgettable evening. Paris itself will be dazzling, providing the perfect backdrop... Experience an exceptional evening, drifting down the Seine. A chauffeur-driven vintage car will collect you from your hotel in Paris and drive you in style to the banks of the Seine, where your boat awaits you.  The captain himself will welcome you as his esteemed guests, and show you to the Admiral's table.  Roses and champagne will be the order of the day, and you will be presented with a keepsake scroll as well as two photos as souvenirs of this special occasion. Acoustic violin and piano music will set the tone for a magical, refined and romantic evening during which you'll dine on traditional French cuisine (three-course meal à la carte with drinks and appetizer – see below for menu details).  A once-in-a-lifetime experience... for a once-in-a-lifetime declaration?

Discover the magic of the banks of the Seine during a festive Christmas lunch cruise, while taking in views of the most prestigious Paris monuments. DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF THE BANKS OF THE SEINE DURING A FESTIVE CHRISTMAS LUNCH CRUISE, WHILE TAKING IN VIEWS OF THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS PARIS MONUMENTS AS YOU FLOAT THROUGH THE HEART OF THE FRENCH CAPITAL. All the tables are positioned to look out over the Seine, allowing everyone to make the most of the sights in complete comfort – an enchanting way to spend Christmas day. A charming excursion combined with a delicious menu specially created by the chef for the occasion. This is a lunch that is sure to leave you with some exceptional memories of Christmas in Paris.

ArrayWhy You Shouldn’t Miss This Paris, often dubbed the City of Lights, is considered one of the foremost developed cities in the world. Steeped in history, the city has been a hub for art and business since the late 17th Century. It is the most popular tourist destination in the world, with 23 million unique visitors every year. The city's Louvre Museum houses what could possibly be considered the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa. It is also home to another stunning museum, Musee d’Orsay, with numerous French artworks from the late 1800s and early 1900s. What makes the museum unique is that it was originally a railway terminal. The Notre Dame in Paris is one of the most renowned cathedrals in the world, and is one of the most stunning examples of French Gothic architecture, and another worthy reason to visit this splendid city. Your Experience The calm waters of the Seine make for a relaxing cruise. With commentary from an expert, you will understand the historical significance of each of the attractions that you pass by. Your tour will begin by passing the Louvre Museum and the Conciergerie towards the Notre Dame. The glass pyramid monument of the Louvre, however, are not visible from your ship due to the walls covering the area. The Notre Dame eastern facade is stunning to see in person. The tall spires and flying buttresses are in the typical Gothic style. The Musee d'Orsay with its two massive clocks is on the right bank of the Seine. Seven large windows can be seen between the two clock towers. You can also catch a glimpse of the Conciergerie, where Queen Marie Antoinette was jailed before her execution during the French Revolution. The massive stone structure with its numerous imposing towers is in stark contrast to the other monuments. At the end of the 70-minute your, you will be dropped back to the point where you boarded the ship. The Seine River Cruise Witnessing the beauty of Paris by boat is truly enchanting. Views from the Seine give you a different perspective to the heart of the city and an excellent audio commentary on board keeps your Parisian knowledge up to date. Key Inclusions Eiffel Tower Louvre Notre Dame Cathedral Conciergerie Musée d’Orsay

Come for an early-evening dinner on board a cruise boat and take in the views of Paris’s most beautiful monuments while enjoying a 3-course meal!  COME FOR AN EARLY-EVENING DINNER ON BOARD A CRUISE BOAT AND TAKE IN THE VIEWS OF PARIS’S MOST BEAUTIFUL MONUMENTS WHILE ENJOYING A 3-COURSE MEAL! So that you make the most of this 1 hr. 15 mins cruise, all tables are located on the edge of the boat, looking out onto the Seine. Your dinner will include a 3-course à la carte meal (starter, main course and dessert) and half a bottle of wine per person.  Enjoy an evening out on board a “Bateau Mouche” with a romantic dinner!

Since the Greeks, for whom the Elysian Fields (Champs-Elysées) were the resting place of warriors, by way of players of Monopoly in French, Marcel Proust looking out for his Gilberte and politicians aiming at moving into the presidential palace, 'the most beautiful avenue in the world' has always conjured up dreams. However, the history of this roadway designed for Marie de Médicis in former marshland truly began with Napoléon III. The laying out of the gardens and the building of private mansions enabled the success of the avenue running from the Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. It is now the traditional place for parades and commemorations. Rehabilitated in 1994, it has recovered its prestige even if hamburger bars and cars are a bit too visible.

The bridge of the Invalides was reconstructed in 1855 on the occasion of the World Fair organized in the Champs-Elysées. The median pile is of use as base to two faces of Victoire, symbolizing, the one, the upstream side, ground Victoire and the other one, the side approval, maritime Victoire. They are due to Victor Vilain and Georges Diebolt and make a reference to the military successes taken away by Napoleon III in Crimea.

Built for the World Fair of 1900, the bridge Alexandre III, enriched by multiple decorations in the varied forms, in been the object also of a vast statuary program partially dedicated to the French-Russian alliance. In the center of the big arc, the group of the Nymphs of the Seine with the weapons of the City of Paris answers symbolically that of the Nymphs of the Neva with the weapons of Russia.

The Flame of Liberty (Flamme de la Liberté) in Paris is a full-sized, gold-leaf-covered replica of the new flame at the upper end of the torch carried in the hand of the Statue of Liberty at the entrance to the harbor of New York City since 1986.The monument, which measures approximately 3.5 metres in height, is a sculpture of a flame, executed in gilded copper, supported by a pedestal of gray-and-black marble. It is located near the northern end of the Pont de l'Alma, on the Place de l'Alma, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.It was offered to the city of Paris in 1989 by the International Herald Tribune on behalf of donors who had contributed approximately $400,000 for its fabrication. It represented the culmination of that newspaper's 1987 celebration of its hundredth anniversary of publishing an English-language daily newspaper in Paris. More importantly, the Flame was a token of thanks for the restoration work on the Statue of Liberty accomplished three years earlier by two French businesses that did artisanal work on the project: namely, Métalliers Champenois, which did the bronze work, and the Gohard Studios, which applied the gold leaf. While the gift to France was prompted by the centennial of the newspaper, the Flame of Liberty, more broadly, is a lasting symbol of the friendship uniting the two countries, just as the statue itself was, when it was given to the United States by France.This project was overseen by the director of the French craft unions at that time, Jacques Graindorge. He foresaw an installation of the Flame of Liberty in a public square called Place des États-Unis (United States Place) in the 16th arrondissement, but the then mayor of Paris, Jacques Chirac, was opposed to it. After a protracted period of negotiations, it was decided that the Flame would be placed in an open area near the intersection of l'Avenue de New-York (New York Avenue) and the Place de l'Alma. The monument was dedicated on May 10, 1989 by Chirac.On the base of the monument, a commemorative plaque recounts the following story:"The Flame of Liberty. An exact replica of the Statue of Liberty's flame offered to the people of France by donors throughout the world as a symbol of the Franco-American friendship. On the occasion of the centennial of the International Herald Tribune. Paris 1887-1987."The flame became an unofficial memorial for Diana, Princess of Wales after her 1997 death in the tunnel beneath the Pont de l'Alma.[3] The flame became an attraction for tourists and followers of Diana, who fly-posted the base with commemorative material. Anthropologist Guy Lesoeurs said, "Most people who come here think this was built for her."The site of the monument is served by the Métro de Paris subway station called Alma-Marceau on Line No. 9 and by the RER commuter rail station, Pont de l'Alma, on its 'C' Line, as well as by buses numbered 42, 63, 72, 80, 92, and the Balabus sightseeing buses. Source : Wikipédia – Reproduction d’extraits du texte original. 
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The Place de la Concorde (French pronunciation: ​[plas də la kɔ̃kɔʁd]) is one of the major public squares in Paris, France. Measuring 8.64 hectares (21.3 acres) in area, it is the largest square in the French capital. It is located in the city's eighth arrondissement, at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées.

The Pont de la Concorde is an arch bridge across the River Seine in Paris connecting the Quai des Tuileries at the Place de la Concorde (on the Right Bank) and the Quai d'Orsay (on the Left Bank). It has formerly been known as the Pont Louis XVI, Pont de la Révolution, Pont de la Concorde, Pont Louis XVI again during the Bourbon Restoration (1814), and again in 1830, Pont de la Concorde, the name it has retained to this day. It is served by the Metro stations Assemblée nationale and Concorde. HistoryThe architect Jean-Rodolphe Perronet was commissioned in 1787 with this new bridge. It had been planned since 1755, when construction of place Louis XV (now place de la Concorde) began, to replace the ferry that crossed the river at that point. Construction continued in the midst of the turmoil of the French Revolution, using the dimension stones taken from the demolished Bastille (taken by force on 14 July 1789) for its masonry. It was completed in 1791. In 1810, Napoléon I placed along the sides of the bridge the statues of eight French generals killed in battle during the campaigns of the First French Empire. On the Bourbon Restoration these were replaced with twelve monumental marble statues, including four of the "grands ministres" (Suger, Sully, Richelieu, Colbert), four royal generals (Du Guesclin, Bayard, Condé, Turenne) and four sailors (Duguay-Trouin, Duquesne, Suffren, Tourville). However, this collection of statues proved too heavy for the bridge, and Louis-Philippe I had them removed and transferred to Versailles. Traffic across the bridge became very congested and the bridge had to be widened on both sides between 1930 and 1932, doubling the width of the original bridge. The engineers Deval and Malet nevertheless took care to preserve the neoclassical architecture of the original. It was renovated one last time in 1983. Today, this bridge bears the brunt of Paris's road traffic (except for those of the Boulevard Périphérique). Source : Wikipédia – Reproduction of extracts of original text. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Photo : Créative Commons

A small place of peace at the water's edge, reserve free of charge Zzz, and offer you a garden right in the heart of the capital For picque - screw, lounge, have a nap, read, play cards or still make your proposal of marriage, reserve free of charge one of the 2 Zzz of the walk of Berges. These revisited maritime containers welcome you the time of 1:30 am every Wednesdays, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Inside: Fatboy, board games Mattel, table and benches in 1000 legs and even of the heating!

After the completion of the construction of the bridge, Napoleon III decided that four servicemen in holding symbolizing the various weapons having participated in the battle of the Alma would be placed on the piles of the work. Georges Diebot was indicated to represent, upstream side, the faces of the Grenadier and the Zouave and Auguste Arnaud, the side approval, those of the Artilleryman and the Hunter on foot. Only the statue of the Zouave returned famous by the floods of 1910 and well known of the Parisians, was ready preserved in position during the complete reconstruction of the bridge.

The Parisian sewer system dates back to the year 1370 when the first underground system was constructed under "rue Montmartre". Since then, consecutive French governments have enlarged the system to cover the city's population. History Until the Middle Ages, the drinking water in Paris was taken from the river Seine. The wastewater was poured onto fields or unpaved streets, and finally filtered back into the Seine. Around 1200, Phillipe Auguste had the Parisian streets paved, incorporating a drain for waste water in their middle. In 1370 Hugues Aubriot, a Parisian provost had a vaulted, stone walled sewer built in the "rue Montmartre". This sewer collected the wastewater and took it to the "Ménilmontant" brook. However the wastewater was still drained in the open air. Under the reign of Louis XIV, a large ring sewer was built on the right bank, and the Biévre River was used as a sewer for the left bank of the Seine. On at least two occasions in the late 1700s, Paris refused to build an updated water system that scientists had studied. Women were actually carrying water from the river Seine to their residences in buckets. Voltaire wrote about it, saying that they "will not begrudge money for a Comic Opera, but will complain about building aqueducts worthy of Augustus". Louis Pasteur, himself lost three children to typhoid. Under Napoleon I, the first Parisian vaulted sewer network was built that was 30 km long. In 1850, the prefect for the Seine Baron Haussmann and the engineer Eugène Belgrand, designed the present Parisian sewer and water supply networks. Thus was built, more than a century ago, a double water supply network (one for drinking water and one for non drinking water) and a sewer network which was 600 km long in 1878. Source : Wikipédia – Reproduction of extracts of original text. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Crédit photo : Ignis

In the heart of Paris in the Tuileries Garden this completely renovated museum allows the visitors to discover the spectacular ensemble of Monet’s Water Lilies series in natural lighting as well as the 145 works of art in the Walter-Guillaume Collection (Renoir, Cézanne, Modigliani, Matisse, Picasso, Derain, Soutine …).Exhibition: L’Espagne entre deux siècles : De Zuloaga à Picasso – 1890-1920. 7thoctobre 2011-9th January 2012

OPEN EVERY DAY OF 10 hours(am) TO 2 hours OF THE MORNINGIt is with happiness and enthuses that Éric Frechon, Chef triply studed, took up the challenge. He imagined a cooking which looks like him

Rosa Bonheur joins in the tradition of the establishments of the beginning of the last century and is in Paris of today. " En attendant Rosa " is the terrace which precedes the opening of the barge Rosa Bonheur. Find on the terrace a selection of the products of the guingnette, the preparations are in free service at the counter, establish your tray and take advantage of the atmosphere.

Situated right in the heart of the "golden triangle", the luxury brasserie at Francis offers conditions favored to take advantage of the show of the most luxurious Parisian places. It is comfortably settled in this smart brasserie or in the terrace that you can admire the Eiffel Tower, in front of you.

A few steps away from the Eiffel Tower, Jérôme GANGNEUX and his wife Cathy proposes you a greedy cooking inspired by the traditional directory, in a smart contemporary frame. Conceivedin the bright tones, playing on the materials natural as the wood and the leather, this sophisticated space offers a warm atmosphere. 

Situated near Concorde and near the Musée du Louvre, at the foot of the Musée d'Orsay Its exceptional frame, with its window of 260 m ² and its floating terrace of 200 m ² on the water, offers a panoramic view on the Seine and Paris Historique.

At the heart of the luxuriant garden of the Quai Branly Museum, perched on the roof-terrace, the restaurant LES OMBRES offers a unique panoramic view on Paris, in the shade of her neighbor, the Eiffel Tower, which throws in the daytime its metallic laces on tablecloths and in the evening, fires the room.

A set of 15 cafés, restaurants, and points of sale to be taken are present on the whole domain of the Louvre. Distributed between the museum of Louvre, the garden of the Carousel and the garden of the Tuileries

Cafés of the Pyramid propose, at the heart of the Musée du Louvre, three friendly spaces of restoration to have a small break and taste diverse culinary specialities

Open restaurant 7 days a week with a brunch on Sundays. Ultra modern, in the last two floors of the seat Kenzo, in front of Pon-Neuf, a restaurant in midair with a view of the Seine

At the end of the 40s, Mr and Mrs Paul take back the place and keep the main part with a novelty however, the still present phone box. Artists or unknown persons, accustomed or foreign customers, a table was always available for them.

Based in the middle of the 19th century, the Hotel du Rond Point is ideally situated, right in the heart of Paris, just a step from the Champs-Elysées, of the Louvre, of la Concorde, the avenue Montaigne and the street of the Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

Bristol Paris is a unique place in the capital, by its exemplary service and its big refinement. Situated on the elegant street of the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, at the heart of the district of the fashion and the arts, the hotel welcomes since 1925 it customers favored in its 188 rooms and suites, spacious and bright, decorated in a pure XVIIIth style.

Recently renovated and scented with the unique fragrance of amber, the hotel's 146 spacious rooms and 45 suites are a showcase of French taste at its very best. 

The De Castiglione hotel is situated on the street of the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, famous for it creators' shops.

Discover the charm and the glamour of a hotel of luxury situated at the heart of the capital. Take advantage of its swimming pool, its terrace and its Special offer Summer

In full "smart" district of Paris, 30 rooms nicely decorated with this hotel completely air-conditioned with small internal garden, illustrate marvelously the charm and the elegance of the 7th district.

The hotel is ideally situated at the heart of Paris, to Saint Germain, in some not only of the Musée d'Orsay.

Ideally situated, the hotel of Varenne constitutes a real historic treasure dating the XIXth century decorated with refinement in the style Louis XVI and Empire. Our hotel will bring you a warm welcome and a personalized service.

Situated between the Louvre and the Island of the City where dominate the towers of Notre-Dame, just a step from the Bridge of Arts and the Pont Neuf, The Relay of the Louvre welcomes you in the most attaching districts of Paris, where the history of the capital began.

The spirit of the XVIIIth breath on the Left bank at the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés which counts from now on its new intimist and sophisticated address: the Hotel of Buci.