Culture and Heritage

Following is a list of some of the many summer activities in Paris to complement its museums and air-conditioned cinemas. 

Tucked away in the beautiful square of Place des Vosges lies the house of the legendary French poet, Victor Hugo. 

The “belly” of Paris now has a glass roof.

A checkered tablecloth, wicker basket and a Parisian lawn… what better way to picnic on the gardens of the capital? 

The installation on display under the glass roof of the Grand Palais is nothing short of spectacular;

The Quai Branly Museum will soon be celebrating its 10^th anniversary. 

It is difficult to pigeonhole Paul Klee’s work. Is it expressionism, cubism, surrealism or on of the many other –isms? 

A verdant, colourful jungle, lush foliage, fierce fighting… 

“Listen with your eyes”. The neon sign hanging over the first hall of the exhibition sets the tone. 

Esprit de France recommends you try one of the many neo-brasseries popping up in the capital