The Paris Beyond the Champs-Élysées: A Local's Honest Advice
Most visitors spend their whole trip on the main boulevards. Dasha, who has lived in Paris for years, knows exactly where that approach falls short. We asked her where to go instead.
Your on-the-ground insiders. The ones who know the enduring favourites, the quiet corners and what’s worth your time.

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Born and raised in Paris, I am a certified art historian (École du Louvre) with over a decade of experience crafting tailor-made, high-end private experiences for VIP guests, luxury hotel concierges, and discerning travelers. Whether you wish visit The Louvre with an insider’s perspective, explore hidden ateliers, or enjoy a curated food tour, I turn your Paris dream into an effortless, unforgettable journey.

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Hello, My name is Chloé. I grew up in Paris, so I know all the city's secrets. I am also a licensed guide, and I love to share Paris’s history with my groups. I am passionate about art so I know most of the Parisian museums and galleries. As a Parisian girl, I also love going out, especially for a nice cocktail, a meal, and live music.

London, Paris +4
Hi, I'm Anna! I'm mostly based in London, and travel is genuinely woven through both my career and my life - I work as a Food Guide and EF Tour Director, leading multi-day tours across Europe. This year my tours ran 10–17 days through London, Paris, Provence, Rome, Madrid and Barcelona, on top of guiding regular small-group food tours around Borough Market and Soho for Secret Food Tours. I also lived in Paris and Madrid, so I know several of these cities as more than a passing visitor. I have travelled extensively in groups and solo for more than 20 years. What most tourists miss is that the best version of a trip usually comes from slowing the pace and using a place the way locals do; public transport over taxis, market stalls over tourist-strip restaurants, one or two neighbourhoods done properly rather than a checklist of sights. That's the difference I try to give the travellers I meet. I most love helping travellers who want a genuinely local, well-paced trip rather than a highlights reel. Solo travellers, families and multi-generational groups, first-time visitors, and anyone nervous about logistics like public transport, language, or getting from A to B smoothly. I am also a huge foodie so love to recommend areas / restaurants / eateries to others!
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Hi, I'm Shelby, an American (Californian, to be specific), living in Paris since 2019. I editorialize my life in France, my hard-earned cultural lessons, restaurant explorations, and frequent faux pas on my Substack, Franchement. Enjoying food, wine, art, and history in Paris are my favorite hobbies, and I'm happy to share tips and visit ideas to make your stay feel like you're a true local.