A city for romantics, art enthusiasts and lovers of street life, Paris is eternally compelling, a beautiful urban landscape ideal for strolling through. Explore Paris is a brand new guide and the perfect pocket companion when discovering this iconic city: a full-colour guide containing 20 easy-to-follow routes which cover every neighbourhood, from the ancient Islands to the maze of narrow streets around Montmartre, the fashionable Marais and ultra-modern La Defense. Insight's trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to Parisian cuisine, the city's fabulous shopping and key historical dates. The best caf�s, bars, and brasseries to stop at are highlighted in each tour, while the finest restaurants are covered in the directory section, which also contains a wealth of useful practical information and language guide. There is also a range of carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the useful pull-out map, and the evocative photography captures the essence of Paris. Whether you are new to the city or a repeat visitor, and however long your stay, Explore Paris will help you discover the very best of what's on offer.