Paris

The city is one of Monocle’s home cities and, like many, we have been pulled in by its glorious mix of people, fashion, art and culture. Here’s what we like.

Paris is one of the most-visited cities in the world for a reason. Its majestic landmarks, monumental cultural offering, gorgeous architecture and gastronomic fare have made it a touchpoint of leisure travel for centuries. But today, Paris is the centre of attention for much more than the Louvre and La Tour d’Argent. It is the fashion capital of the world with power players LVMH, Kering and Chanel boosting a thriving ecosystem of chic French labels.

Historic neighbourhoods such as Saint-Germain-des-Prés, with its galleries and bookshops, are buzzier than ever. While previously tranquil areas such as Belleville are now dynamic hubs for eating, shopping and cultural happenings. The bustling, village-like Montorgueil on the Right Bank is where Monocle has set up shop in Paris, its café and shop joining a delightful lineup of independent boutiques and restaurants making their way in an ever more cosmopolitan French capital. Whether you’re looking to stock up on the sharpest new looks, explore centuries of architecture and design or indulge your tastebuds at one of its 132 Michelin-starred restaurants (the most of any city in Europe), Paris doesn’t just have something for everyone – Paris has it all.

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