We will be staying in the 6th arr (near Luxembourg Gardens) in Paris, France for 5 days in mid February and we are wondering if anyone has recommendations for a very good restaurant (we have a lot of budget ones on our list, so we're looking for a couple that's worth splurging, have Septime already). Also, we're looking for advice on non touristy places if anyone knows any! We have 5 days in total, and was wondering if Versailles for a day trip would be worth it as well. TIA

Definitely hop on the train and go out to Versailles-early!

Agreed, Versailles is def worth it! Rent a cart and see the Hamlet in the back it's worth the cost, you see more in less time! Also the mailles mustard store is kinda cool.

Check out Epedia.ca under heading THINGS TO DO I prepaid in C$ and saved lots $$$ rather than paying in Euros... Dining at La Coupole Restaurant - 3 course gourmet meal - supper included appetizer main course entre and desert with a different selection of wine and champagne & I paid under C$50.00 and was treated to terrine, venison served by waiters dressed in style and in an atmosphere where you will feel like your the star on a classy movie set.

This is in Belgium?

Versailles is well worth a day trip. It is over the top of palaces that I've seen. A great day trip.

We did Versailles in the morning because we went very early the line up wasn't endless. The Hall of Mirrors is beautiful and the gardens stunning but it's so crowded and cramped. If you don't like crowds, avoid it, it's just another castle.

Check out the Hop on Hop off bus I took the yellow double decker open top bus - 3 day pass this way I covered all the sites in various parts of the city. The first time I boarded the bus just sat and went around this way I knew where it would be heading 2nd time round and where I would like to get off and get back on. The museums, monuments, and timeless charms of the City of Light are yours to explore with a pass that grants you access to a hop-on hop-off bus with 4 different routes through Paris. Cruise around on the open-air top deck to get a lay of the land, and hop off at your leisure whenever you want to get a closer look. The day pass was C$43.00 and 3 days C$57.00.

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Walk everywhere. It’s amazing

Yes, we plan to stroll a lot since we like just experiencing the Parisian culture!

I bought a Paris Museum Pass: 50+ Museums, Monuments & Attractions or under C$80.00 - freedom to tailor your own Paris sightseeing trip, with a Museum Pass in hand Bypass the lines at more than 50 museums and monuments, including the iconic Louvre, the fascinating Musée d'Orsay, the gilded Château de Versailles, and the observation deck at the Arc de Triomphe.
Each Paris Museum Pass comes with a pocket-size list of attractions, including telephone numbers, addresses, and opening hours. Save time with priority admission and save money with unlimited access to all permanent collections at all the major Parisian museums. Visit each museum an unlimited number of times during the duration of your pass, and then explore further afield with access to the castles of Vincennes, Chantilly, and Fontainebleau included. Your Museum Pass grants you admission to the following sites in Paris:
Arc de Triomphe
Musée de l’Armée - Tomb of Napoléon the First
Centre Pompidou - Musée national d’art moderne
Musée national des Arts asiatiques - Guimet
Musée des Arts décoratifs
Espaces Mode et Textile
Espaces Publicité
Musée Nissim de Camondo
Musée des Arts et Métiers
Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac
Chapelle expiatoire
La Cinémathèque française - Musée du Cinéma
Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie - universcience
Conciergerie
Musée national Eugène Delacroix
Guided tour of the Sewers of Paris
Palais de la Porte Dorée - Musée national de l'histoire de l'Immigration
L’Institut du Monde arabe
Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme
Musée du Louvre
Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine - Musée des Monuments français
Musée Gustave Moreau
Musée de Cluny - Musée national du Moyen Âge
Philharmonie de Paris - Musée de la musique
Crypte archéologique du Parvis Notre-Dame
Tours de Notre-Dame
Musée national de l’Orangerie
Musée de l’Ordre de la Libération
Musée d’Orsay
Palais de la découverte - universcience
Panthéon
Musée national Picasso-Paris
Musée des Plans-reliefs
Musée Rodin
Sainte-Chapelle
The Museum Pass also grants you access to the following sites in the Paris region:
Châteaux de Versailles et de Trianon
Château de Vincennes
Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace
Musée d’Archéologie nationale et Domaine national de Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Sèvres, Cité de la céramique - Musée national de la céramique
Abbaye royale de Chaalis
Château de Champs-sur-Marne
Musées et domaine nationaux du Palais de Compiègne
Musée Condé - Château de Chantilly
Musée départemental Maurice Denis
Château de Fontainebleau
Château de Maisons
Musée national du château de Malmaison
Château de Pierrefonds
Musée national de Port-Royal des Champs
Château de Rambouillet, Laiterie de la Reine et Chaumière aux Coquillages
Musée national de la Renaissance - Château d’Ecouen
Maison d’Auguste Rodin à Meudon
Basilique cathédrale de Saint-Denis
Villa Savoye
READ UP ON WHAT YOU THINK YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS OUT ON. I DID NOT GO FOR EVERYTHING LISTED AS I WOULD NEED TO BE IN PARIS FOR A MONTH NOT TO MISS OUT ON ALL THAT IS TO SEE AND DO. MY CHOICES WERE THE Louvre, the fascinating Musée d'Orsay, the gilded Château de Versailles, Tours de Notre-Dame.

Wow thanks for the extensive list!

I ALSO TOOK IN A SHOW - Evening in Montmartre with 3-Course Bistro Dinner & Moulin rouge Show BUT I DID NOT PAY SO MUCH THEIR ARE OTHER CABARET SHOWS AND IN THE SAME AREA AND ARE JUST AS GOOD IF NOT BETTER. ALSO THE LIDO USED TO HAVE A MATINEE SHOW CHEAPER AND AT THE CHAMPS ELYSEES.

Avoided ALL the lineups too with this pass. Agreed it's worth it if you like museums.

We took a cooking class in Paris. A fantastic way to learn their culture.

Le Relais de l’Entrecôte for dinner. Versailles is well worth it and can be done in half a day!

Is this the restaurant that only serves Steak and frites?

Yep. There is a line but it moves pretty quickly. From memory you get entree and dessert too.

No no no totally for tourists

Yes, museum pass is worth it. Monet’s garden in Giverney is very easy to get to. Train then shuttle BUT you can also opt to rent a bicycle from a shop right in front of the train station. Nice 50 minute cycle along an old rail trail. Quite nice being away from the crowds. The garden and area was worth seeing if you enjoy his lily paintings. Full day/easy to do with a bit of research.

Joel robouchon

I have been to the one in Japan! So I think we will try another restaurant I haven't tried, but thanks for the recommendation!

I highly recommend a one day trip to Versailles to visit the chateau of Versailles. It’s like nothing else you’ll see in Paris.

I recommend a day trip to Versailles but you must get there early!! otherwise you are crammed into the the rooms like a can of sardines.

Oh my gosh, so many good restaurants. I can't recall names, but maybe check out the Michelin guide? We did Versailles, I was glad we went!

Skip the Louvre and Eiffel Tower, not worth it IMO. Versailles - the town is lovely as well as the palace - and if you have a chance to go to Bordeaux, do! It's beautiful, fun, great food, good wine...2-hour train ride from Paris

We plan to go to visit the Louvre on Friday after 6pm as we can get free admission! And I would love to go Bordeaux, but I think 5 days is a little tight

Don't miss Museum D'Orsay. The city pass ended up not being worth the money for us - was there 5 days in September - and it's expensive. Definitely take the time to work out the math. Have a wonderful time, Paris is incredible!

I think we will pass on the museum pass as well and we will check out museum d'orsay, thank you!

Afther shopping in Galeries Lafayette the restaurant Au Petit Riche

La Cuisine de Philippe near you across from Luxembourg Gardens . Specialty is souffles, very good.

Zoe Tropezsh
defo do Versailles!

One time in Paris we discovered this incredible park called Buttes Chaumont. Has a lake, a temple, and a stunning grotto. WAY off the tourist path. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parc_des_Buttes_Chaumont

Gorgeous park!

http://www.lespapillesparis.fr/#about-1-1 Its a wine store by day and small bistro at night.

Yes to Versailles!

do you have " Bouillon Chartier" on your list? 7 rue du Faubourg ..at the end of the lane..worth it if you want to feel as if you're visiting the Paris of your grandparents...great atmosphere & steak frite.The Hamlet at Versailles is the best..long walk from the chateau but worth it.

if you go to Versailles, try to avoid the day after it's closed as all the tour buses will be there and it's crazy busy.

Fountainbleu is worth a day drip & the village is really great too

we always go to le Florimond on Motte Picquet. it is very small, so make sure you reserve. Laurent has been there quite a while and has amazing food.