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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 17:54

It's actually chilly and very cool in Paris at the moment. There were a couple days maybe two weeks ago that were very hot, otherwise there's been a cold front. Yesterday it rained all day. Many people are wearing trench coats and boots. It is unseasonably cool, very cloudy, be prepared if you are arriving this week. As someone previously mentioned, Paris is very crowded with tourists now. If you do go to all the tourists sites mentioned be ready to stand in line and brave the crowds. Popular restaurants, the Metro, department stores are all crowded. Since you are travelling with a little one with stroller you may like to look into bus routes rather than the Metro if you are using public transportation. If buses are not crowded you may be able to access the seating with space for strollers. Most metro stations do not have escalators or lifts that are easily accessible, some stations have lots of stairs to climb. Since your time is very limited, I recommend visiting sites on the outskirts of the city, not so mobbed with tourists... Jardin d'Acclimation is lovely for families with young children, as is Lac Duamesnil by the aquarium and Parc Zoologique. You may also be happy to stroll around Jardin du Luxembourg. One can do and see quite a lot within three days in Paris. Hopefully the skies will be clear for you. Enjoy your visit!

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 17:34

Hi shaf I seriously wouldn't bother with a big pram but would purchase a cheap lightweight one instead. If your dh isn't there a sling could prove v tiring... I carried dd1 around aged 7 months for 1 day in mine and was exhausted. KB75 is right - although Parisians aren't the friendliest bunch, personally I found them to be quite helpful with my dd. Have fun xx

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 16:16

Don't forget that there are people who can help hou with your pram.

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 16:08

No worries, shaf ;) Hopefully this thread can help you with places to visit while there ;)

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 15:18

sorry to hijack shelly. I am planning a trip to paris later this year with my DD who will be 7months old then. I was planning to take my big Graco Quattro Tour pram. Planning the usual touristy stuff. Or is it better not to? She will sleep in it.. and although I hav a sling, i think my back will die carrying her continuously. DH wont be there. Was planning to take the bus to go around town.. but will that be too difficult?

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 12:23

Thanks so much for all your help and advice! Its so nice to hear all this from people who have lived there and spent so much time in Paris. I have a lot of googling to do and all you have suggested is a huge help with our itinerary ;) Thanks for the advice re prams too, its definitely something we do need to reconsider. Not sure our little princess will be happy being downgraded from her usual chariot but this ain't home. :D

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 23:24

Shelly, Montmartre is not easy to get to and it is full of tourists BUT it is most definitively worth the visit. It is unlike any part of Paris that you will see and putting myself in a tourist's shoes, I would do it. Try to avoid La Place des Artistes as there are a lot of scam artists etc. Do not bother having lunch there or even a coffee as it's overpriced and a tourist trap. However, the views from up there are amazing and the most important thing is that you get the views of the other side of Paris which you don't see from La Seine doing the Bateau Mouche. Take the time to check out the little back streets where people actually live. There are actual semi detached houses rather than apartments in which most Parisiens live. It is really beautiful. I agree with that. If you have enough time, you can also visit le Quartier Latin. If you like paintings, you can visit le Musée d'Orsay, which is one of my favourite museums in Paris.

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 20:18

Shelly, Montmartre is not easy to get to and it is full of tourists BUT it is most definitively worth the visit. It is unlike any part of Paris that you will see and putting myself in a tourist's shoes, I would do it. Try to avoid La Place des Artistes as there are a lot of scam artists etc. Do not bother having lunch there or even a coffee as it's overpriced and a tourist trap. However, the views from up there are amazing and the most important thing is that you get the views of the other side of Paris which you don't see from La Seine doing the Bateau Mouche. Take the time to check out the little back streets where people actually live. There are actual semi detached houses rather than apartments in which most Parisiens live. It is really beautiful.

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 19:43

Hi shellly Tbh cobble stones are not really an issue as most pavements are smooth. And does your lightweight stroller not recline at all? They don't have to go back fully to be comfortable for lo. My Maclaren doesn't recline fully and yet dd2 sleeps in it for a good hour. Oh and I forgot to mention that we had to dismantle the quinny to get on a bus (lol)! And hotel rooms tend to be small so the last thing you want is a bulky pushchair taking up room. Just my ten pence worth ;-)

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 18:30

Shelly, from where your hotel is located the metro line is really easy and will get you everywhere. A long and straight walk will take you to the Place Vendôme and the Tuileries. Regular buses is also a great way to visit. The weather is terrible right now but it can change very quickly. People walk a lot in Paris, that's probably what i find it so hard to leave in Dubai.

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 18:08

Thanks for the advice re strollers. We have just recently purchased a lightweight stroller for traveling but I thought with Paris it would be better taking our bigger pram as it may be better with the cobblestones? Also DD will be expected to sleep in it throughout the day and unfortunately our lightweight stroller doesn't fully recline. So its really better to take the lightweight? What if we make it our mission not to travel on the metro? Or is that wishful thinking? Thanks for all the help! 1st proper holiday with the baby in tow. ;) <em>edited by shellly on 19/07/2011</em>

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 17:46

Hi Shellly I grew up in Paris too and would 2nd what derien and breteuil's suggestions which are great (although I agree Montmartre is super-touristy and imho not worth it). One tip if you have a baby is to only take a lightweight stroller (e.g. Maclaren). I made the mistake of taking my quinny the 1st time I travelled back and I headed straight to C4 to buy a cheapo as I couldn't even get onto the metro with it! In fact slings are even better as you can just hop on and off public transport and don't ahve to worry about steps. Have fun, KB x

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 17:39

Sorry for ruining the page with the link - not sure how to fix it...

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 17:39

Thanks so much! I'll have to start googling all these places. Not sure how I'll even pronounce them when there! :D Bummer to hear the weather has been hot! I goggled the climate and it said the average day temp for August is 24deg... hope this is more like it, fingers crossed! I found it pretty hard choosing a good location for the hotel and in the end we went with hotel over location... this is our location for the hotel. Is it a pretty good location? http://maps.google.it/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=it&geocode=&q=Empire+Paris%E2%80%8E&sll=48.848046,2.336692&sspn=0.073426,0.1478&ie=UTF8&ll=48.848564,2.335453&spn=0.069096,0.089213

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 17:20

Hi Shelly. The other posters have given some great ideas. I disagree with Bretueil though as I think Sacre Coeur is worth the visit if you have the time. Yes it is further away, but the view from there is great. Plus the quarter is very artsy ... Beware that Paris is NOT pram friendly. The metro system is fantastic, BUT not for prams. There are very few stations with escalators, so be prepared to carry bubs up and down. What I would recommend, is the Big Red Bus http://www.carsrouges.com/ it is a double decker red tourist bus and this visits all of the highlights with commentary. You get on and off as you please and I believe they have 2 day passes. What I like about these, as a tourist, is that one, you see as you drive, when you take the metro, you don't see anything. Two, with a pram, it would be easier for you to get on and off. Although I suggest a pram that fold easily enough... 3, you don;t have to spend your limited time working out where to go as the bus automatically shows you the highlights. It is very hot there at the moment, they had a few days at 40, but has come down a little. There is no sea breeze or open spaces to cool down, just a cement jungle really, so I suggest get one of those Evian sprays for bubs... Metros are generally not air conditioned either and very tough for little babies... and for the noses as many have no clue what deodorant is...a bit like here really...taxis are not cheap and sometimes take advantage of tourists... if you want some shopping in one place try Boulevard Haussman for Primtemps and Les Galeries Lafyaette, amongst others. They are dept stores so a little exy, but it beats running all over town. Bon voyage!!!

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 16:40

I agree with derien (bien trouvé !) except for Montmartre which i would not put in top of the list , it is really crowded and you will loose a lot of time just to get there. If you can spend one day in Versailles and the beautiful gardens it really worse it. If you go to l'Ile Saint Louis get an ice cream at Bertillon, you will find it easely, there is always a line in front. In Saint Germain, make a stop at "Les deux Magots" , in front of the church and just look at people walking around.. Have a pleasant trip

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 15:30

Hi Shellly, I lived there most of my life. August and July are really the most hectic months to visit Paris as the tourists flock there and it is busy. Anyway, I would recommend the following places to see if you only have three days: 1. Montmartre /Sacré Coeur ( very cobbled and steep streets though so might be tricky with a baby in pushchair - recommended to get a taxi to this area rather than the metro) 2. Le Jardin des Tuilleries and if you want to brave it, Le Louvre for some art and history 3. Tour Eiffel and Les Champs de Mars ( Lovely Green Area where you can sit, relax and enjoy the tower without climbing it) 4. Bateau Mouche ride down the Seine so you can See Ile Saint Louis, Notre Dame etc.. 4. If you have time, try to go to the Chateau de Versailles which is also very beautiful and historical. Have a great time <em>edited by derien on 19/07/2011</em>

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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 14:48

We are visiting Paris in the coming weeks and it'll be our first time in Paris. We pretty much only have 3 days to spend there. Can you please give me some recommendations of things to do and see. Typical touristy stuff and we'll also have a 10 month old bub with us. Should we start off with one of those Big Bus Tours? Thanks!

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