Campanile hotels in Paris

Paris, a city rich in history and beauty, is an exciting metropolis perfect for a business trip or holiday. Situated in Northern France, this capital is split into 20 arrondissements (districts), each with their own character and history. You'll find a Campanile Hotel in the heart of many of them. Like many capitals, Paris has its own river running through, the River Seine. Once a vital point for trade and transport, it is now a tourist destination and hard to miss, cutting diagonally through the centre of the city. Two islands also make up Paris: Île Saint-Louis and Île de la Cité, where various attractions such as, the Notre Dame de Paris, sit and small winding streets, indicative of the city's charm. Largely flat, the highest point with breath-taking views is in the artistically inclined, Montmartre district.

Dating back to Roman times, Paris' vast history is shown in the architecture and attractions of the city. With many stories to tell, it's also an exciting and continuously developing contemporary hub.

A two-day break:

A two-day break, business or leisure, means you won't miss out on some of Paris' iconic sights. On day one dedicate the morning to the city's most famous attraction, the Eiffel Tower. If you're staying at our Campanile Paris 15 Hotel nearby you'll have a good amount of time for shopping along the Champs-Elysées in the afternoon: a mix of high-end and high street shops. Have dinner in Montparnasse in the evening, stopping off at any number of its lively and friendly bars and pubs. On day two stroll around Père Lachaise, the city's most famous cemetery, with notable icons buried here.

A week-long stay:

A thriving city, a week is easy to fill with lots to see. Historically a haven for artists, Paris has a vast range of museums and architecture to explore. Visit, the Louvre's spectacular collection of art and in the afternoon wander round the Tuileries Gardens close-by. The Orsay museum housed in a surviving train station, boasts of Degas and Van Gogh. For a day trip, the Palace of Versailles is a must see. Craving some retail therapy ? Galeries Lafayette, Paris' biggest department store has something for everyone - with the best views of the city from their impressive food hall. A bustling evening culture, the Moulin Rouge has traditional French can-can dancing, and more contemporary nightlife awaits you in the 11th district, near the Metro Oberkampf and Parmentier.

A family holiday:

Paris has a lot for families too. Stay in Campanile MLV - Bussy Saint Georges Hotel near Disneyland Paris for an easy commute. With deals all year round and near to Paris' centre by train or road, don't miss out on an experience to remember ! If staying in central Paris, parks such as the Champs de Mars near the Eiffel Tower or the Jardin du Luxembourg are ideal for family picnics, with children's play areas. On selected days, traditional puppet shows are shown with all ages welcome.

Transport:

Three airports connect Paris to many European and International countries, as well as many other charming French cities. Travel to Paris Gare du Nord station, staying at our Campanile Paris 10 - Gare du Nord Hotel for maximum convenience by the Eurostar from London , Brussels and other French cities, such as Lille and Calais . On a budget ? Travel to and from many destinations by Eurolines and Megabus coaches - book early for cheap deals. While travelling around Paris use any number of public transport systems. The city has a great and extensive Metro and RER lines or SNCF and Thalys mainline routes across Europe, Paris and France. Bus routes cover the city, and velos, bicycles, are available to rent. In suburban areas, tramlines also run.

Gastronomy:

Considered to be the food capital of Europe, an exciting array of fine dining to market food awaits you. Many Michelin star restaurants sit comfortably on the city's streets; try, L'Astrance or Guy Savoy, for cuisine at its highest. Boulangeries and patisseries constitute a large part of French high steet culture, full of deliciously just baked baguettes and cakes to make your mouth water - Le Marias area, Metro Saint Paul, is especially recommended. And if you like early mornings, wander round many Parisian markets on weekdays or weekends - such as Bastille's Metro Bastille, on a Sunday morning.

Events:

Events throughout the year, there's something to do no matter when you visit Paris. A traditional holiday, Bastille Day, 14 July, celebrates all things French with military parades and parties around the city. And many literary, musical and performing arts festivals fill the months, such as, Lefestival Chorus mid March, which is free (gratuit) like many Parisian cultural celebrations. A country and city with maybe more bank and public holidays than most, it's important when planning your trip to check when these are with tourist information as you'll find most things closed on these days: shops and tourist attractions included.

Interesting Fact:

Paris actually has another cemetry of sorts underground. Over six million civilians' remains line the walls of the Catacombs of Paris - once a mine, now a tribute to 12th century transported Parisian burials, poorly treated and abandoned - go and visit for yourself !

Useful Links:

eurostar.com
uk.megabus.com
eurolines.com
ratp.fr
en.parisinfo.com