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10 Most Exotic Places in Paris

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The Great Mosque of Paris, a taste of the Orient

Welcome to one of the most beautiful constructions in Paris! In fact, it's hard to believe that you're in the heart of the 5th arrondissement and not in the medina of Fes, Morocco... This haven of peace, with its 3,500m2 garden, restaurant, tea salon, boutique, and hammam, will definitely take you on a journey!

Great Mosque of Paris 2 bis, Place du Puits-de-l'Ermite - 5th
Open every day from 9am to 4pm

 
Rue Crémieux, like in London

So here we go, heading to Notting Hill! The only thing missing are the red buses. Pedestrian and paved, this street feels good, especially when you see the colorful atmosphere that reigns there! Green, pink, blue and yellow, plants and perfect silence... Oh yes, that's the difference with London: we avoid the honking noises!

Rue Crémieux – 12th

 
Japanese Garden of the Buddhist Pantheon

Unknown and a little bit hidden, this Zen garden takes us on a journey to Japan. Located behind the Guimet museum, it features bamboo, small wooden bridges, and water elements spread across 450m2, offering a complete change of scenery. One can almost picture a geisha peeking out from behind her fan during a romantic encounter. A pavilion, crafted by Japanese artists and carpenters, hosts traditional tea ceremonies, a revered art in the Land of the Rising Sun.

19 Avenue d'Iéna, 75116 Paris
From 10am to 5pm

 
Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle, to play Jurassic Park

There are lots of things to see at the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle, but we're taking you to see the dinosaurs! The museum's gallery of paleontology and comparative anatomy is home to many skeletons of these magnificent creatures, including a unique piece: that of a woolly mammoth, quite impressive - compared to him, the T-Rex from Jurassic Park looks like a clown. If you prefer the modern times, the museum also has a beautiful collection of vertebrates currently found in nature or species that have recently become extinct, such as a thylacine - of course, in a skeletal state. A true journey through time, to be rediscovered from May 19th!

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National Museum of Natural History, 2 Buffon Street - 15th arrondissement
Open every day except Tuesday from 10am to 6pm - Upon the reopening of museums

 
Brady Passage, India in Paris

Here is a covered passage that will take you on a journey. All your senses will be transported to Little India! You will find Indo-Pakistani, Mauritian, and Reunionese shops. Attention food lovers, this place will quickly become your headquarters!

Just a little script for Instagram, no big deal! 46 rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis - 10th
From Monday to Saturday from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm, Sunday from 6 pm to 11:30 pm.


Saint-Serge-de-Radogène parish, here we are in Russia

This is probably the most hidden church in Paris. Nestled atop a hill in the 19th district, this Russian Orthodox church is a true journey. This parish, with its chalet-like appearance, stands in stark contrast to the surrounding modern buildings!
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93 Rue de Crimée, 75019 Paris
From 9am to 5pm

 
The countryside neighborhood, as if you were there

The heights of the 20th arrondissement will remind you of your countryside strolls in the past! The narrow streets, cobblestones, brick houses, and greenery of this charming village nestled in the heart of Paris will give you the feeling of being at a spa (or almost). If you need a break, this is the place for you!

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Ganesh Temple, a Journey into the Heart of Hinduism

You can't imagine this place until you've seen it! In this temple, you'll admire the magnificent statues that arrived in Paris in the 80s. Full of colors and amazing energy, this incredible place will leave a lasting impression on you, for sure! During your visit, you might even forget that you're in the 18th arrondissement!

17 Rue Pajol – 18th arrondissement
Every day from 9:30am to 8:30pm

 
La Petite Alsace, it's all in the name

No, you're not dreaming, this Alsatian hamlet is indeed located in the heart of the capital. It was built in 1912 to house the workers working in the surrounding factories. There are 40 houses grouped around pretty terraces and a 500m2 courtyard. Have you always dreamed of discovering Alsace? Now, you have the solution!

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10 rue Daviel - 13th


The Cloister of Billettes, for a medieval getaway

Last medieval cloister in the capital, it's called: the Cloister of Billettes! Travel back in time, this place will take you straight to the Middle Ages. This extraordinary place now welcomes artists for exhibitions or concerts, making the journey even more impactful!

22/24 rue des Archives - 4th
Open every day from 11am to 7pm when there is an exhibition, closed the rest of the time