The Paris Traveler

One of the great things about living in Paris are all the different markets; from food to flowers, or books to stamps, there’s sure to be a market in Paris selling just what you’re looking for. Picking the best ones however is almost an impossible task; I may love one because of the carnival atmosphere and the friendly vendors, or another because of the superb quality and the reasonable prices. So let me just give you a few interesting places to shop. 
1.  Marché Rue de Buci. This is one of my favorites, not just because it’s in the 6e, but the ambiance is …read more

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Antiques lovers put on your walking shoes and get ready to spend the day at the biggest flea market in the world! The Marché aux Puces is any bargain-hunter’s dream, and if you love to barter, then you’ve come to the right place. The more knowledgeable you are, the better the deals you’ll make. Vendors love to talk about what they’re selling, but what they love even more, is a customer who knows and appreciates what they have to offer. (Most shopkeepers do speak some English in case your French isn’t up to par.)
Beware, however, it doesn’t mean that everything …read more

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