Favorite spots in Paris for Sébastien Hue

Favorite spots in Paris for Sébastien Hue include charming cafes, historic landmarks, and picturesque streets. From the quaint ambiance of Montmartre to the grandeur of the Louvre and the serene beauty of Luxembourg Gardens, discover his beloved Parisian places.

Favorite spots in Paris for Sébastien Hue

Favorite spots in Paris for Sébastien Hue There’s a good possibility you’ve met Sébastien if you’re a Cathay Diamond member. Here, the native of Paris offers his suggestions for members traveling to the French capital, including everything from hidden museums to chic stores selling clothing.

Best museums in Paris

The Louvre, Musée D’Orsay, and the Pompidou Center are undoubtedly must-see destinations, but I also strongly advise including a stop at a hôtel particulier on your itinerary. These tiny museums are housed in former bourgeois or nobility residences.

These tiny museums are fascinating to view since, to start, they depict living at a drastically different era. Second, you observe exquisite art in the context of its intended use. Additionally, you may view amazing furniture in its proper place rather than behind a glass casement like at the Louvre.

Musée Nissim de Camondo 

The Musée Nissim de Camondo in the 8th arrondissement is one museum I’d suggest seeing; despite its tiny size, it has amazing furnishings. Strong French financier Count Moïse de Camondo gave the Musée des Arts Décoratifs his hôtel particulier. Reopened as a museum, it’s noteworthy because every piece of furniture remains in exactly the same orientation as when the original owners occupied it. Additionally, there’s a park called Parc Monceau nearby that’s worth taking a walk in.

Monet in Paris

Situated in a stunning townhouse, the Musée Marmottan Monet is an official Monet museum dedicated to impressionist painters. In addition, I adore the Musée de L’Orangerie, which is conveniently located near the Louvre and has several amazing Monet paintings.

Fondation Louis Vuitton

This museum is top-notch worldwide. There are, I believe, four or five exhibitions that I have seen, and each one has been very amazing. The intriguing thing about many of these temporary shows is that they often include pieces from private collections that aren’t typically accessible to the general public. LVMH owns the private museum where you may view beautiful artwork.

Best shopping in Paris

Antique shopping in Paris

Les Puces is a store where I truly enjoy going antique shopping. You might have referred to it as a flea market, though that term undoubtedly carries some bad connotations. It’s a famous antique market in Paris. Instead of using public transportation, take a taxi there.

Within it, there are other smaller markets. Paul Bert is my favorite because they have somewhat more expensive antiques. There are some excellent marketplaces next door where you can get rare and distinctive items. You can find a variety of things there, from purchasing goods as big as a chest of drawers to finding something lovely to adorn your desk.

Le Bon Marché

The word “bon marché” translates to “a good deal,” yet this department store’s offerings are incredibly pricey and not at all worth it. Having said that, Le Bon Marché is amazing and located on the Left Bank in a quaint old structure. LVMH currently owns it, but it has been operating since the middle of the 19th century and deals in a wide range of brands.

There’s an entire basement devoted to men’s fashion. The La Grande Épicerie de Paris, an upscale food hall with rare goods from France and throughout the globe, is attached to the department store.

Where to eat in Paris

La Fontaine de Mars

La Fontaine de Mars is a modest bistro located three minutes’ walk from my school. If you want to view the sights, it’s perfectly positioned because it’s close to the Eiffel Tower.

You may find there anything that springs to mind when you think about French cuisine. When President Obama visited France on a state visit, he also had dinner there. Although it’s quite little, I recently suggested it to one of my coworkers in Cathay, and he was blown away by it.

L’ami Jean

L’ami Jean is an additional restaurant offering a slightly more premium dining experience. Its meaning is “my friend Jean.” They have some amazing other foods as well, but their rice pudding is quite divine. When you travel, having the option to book in advance is nice.

Gare au Gorille

Recently, I visited another eatery named Gare au Gorille, which means, quite literally, “beware of the monkey.” It is located more on the northwest part of Paris and serves market cuisine, which is extremely simple but tasty food.

Where to drink in Paris

Le Bar Kléber

Going to one of the hotel bars of the Parisian “palaces,” such as the Ritz, Hôtel de Crillon, or Hôtel Plaza Athénée, is always worthwhile, even though it’s not quite authentic. Le Bar Kléber, the bar of the Peninsula, has amazing wood paneling and mirrors. It’s just breathtaking. It’s a small venue with excellent service.

Fabula at Musée Carnavalet

Every summer, a chef takes over Fabula, the courtyard restaurant of Musée Carnavalet, creating a consistently great experience. Thomas Chisholm from ChoCho is up this year. Additionally, their award-winning mixologist is renowned for creating drinks with a plant-inspired theme. It’s a fantastic spot for a snack and a drink.

Cave de Chaillot

Of course, there are a lot of wine shops in Paris, but many of them are franchises. You always get the impression that the salesmen in those stores are not making their own choices when you speak with them.

However, in Cave de Chaillot, a wine boutique run by a friend from university, things are different. During our conversation, the salesperson explained their involvement in the wine selection process and the specific reasons for choosing to sell this particular wine over others. Their fluency in English is a plus.

Best hotels in Paris

I’ve never really stayed in a hotel in Paris because it’s my home. Nonetheless, several friends traveling from the US and Hong Kong have had some amazing encounters in a select locations. Adjacent to the charming Place des Vosges is a hotel known as Le Pavilion de la Reine. Another hotel is called J.K. Place; it’s a very tasteful, low-key establishment. There’s a lovely patio, and I’ve been to the lobby where I had a drink.

It’s worthwhile to research hotel costs as well. The family that owns it also owns a number of restaurants, but they are the only ones in Paris with this magnificent hotel. It’s also a great place to stay if you want to shop because it’s close to the Place Vendome.