Rent the five-euro audio guide, head to the third floor and revel in the largest collection of works on the French Revolution.
Opened in the late 19th century as a small cafe, it's now a Paris insider’s destination. The site, with its zinc bar and section of black-and-white tiled floor, has been designated a historic monument
Peek through archways to see the Louvre’s illuminated I. M. Pei pyramid to the west, St.-Germain l’Auxerrois Church to the east, Rue de Rivoli to the north and Institut de France to the south.
The coffeehouse-restaurant-wine bar, originally an engraving and printing atelier, offers updated Italian classics
The Michelin 1-star restaurant is owned by Enrico Bernardo, who was named World’s Best Sommelier. Do the blind tasting menu — the chef & sommelier choose a glass of wine to go with each surprise dish.
Cocktails include the classics and the adventurous, such as Violette or Thyme. From 7 p.m. until late, pianists and crooners take center stage.
A 2.8-mile parkway along the abandoned Vincennes railway line that was an inspiration for New York’s High Line. Start at the staircase entrance at the western end.
