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Paris, France - Video Tour of Le Marais Neighborhood (Part 1)

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• published: 01 May 2012
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Today we are going to check out one of most historic areas of Paris - the Marais. This will be the first of a two-part series on this fantastic Paris neighborhood, so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/user/NewYorkHabitat?feature=mhee#g/c/5704CB831C46A022). The Marais, the French word for 'marsh', is located north of the Seine, sandwiched between Place de la Bastille, Place de la Republique and Les Halles. Just to the north of rue de Rivoli and east of rue Saint Paul is one of the nicest of the Marais Renaissance mansions, the Hotel de Sully (62 Rue Saint-Antoine). Built in the 1620s, it was acquired in 1634 by Louis XIII's Superintendent of Finance, the duc de Sully, giving the mansion its current name. Crossing this peaceful paradise of gardens, you can reach Place des Vosges through a secret doorway. Place des Vosges is most certainly one of the most beautiful places in Paris. The King and Queen's pavilions are located opposite each other on the north and south ends. Place des Vosges has had its share of famous residents, including Victor Hugo, whose home is now a museum in his honor; found at number 6. = Not everyone can afford to stay in Place des Vosges, but if you're looking to save money, consider renting a furnished vacation rental in Paris. You'll get more space for your money and cooking at home will save you even more. For example, we have this charming fully furnished 1-bedroom apartment (http://www.nyhabitat.com/paris-apartment/vacation/2571 ) which is centrally located, less than one block from Place des Vosges. The bedroom is furnished with a queen sized bed and there is a double sized sofa bed in the living room for further sleeping accommodations. Here is another furnished 1-bedroom Paris apartment (http://www.nyhabitat.com/paris-apartment/vacation/2881 ) within walking distance of Place des Vosges. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen so guests can prepare meals in the apartment and also has the convenience of a washer and dryer in the apartment! You can continue to track medieval Paris just off of rue Charlemagne where you can see the largest stretch of the old city wall. The wall was built in the 1180s by King Philippe-August to protect against Viking invasions. Today it's a backdrop for basketball games and soccer matches. The museum of Arts et Métiers was founded in 1794. Inside you will find a fantastic collection of scientific instruments and inventions from the 19th and 20th centuries. Across the street from the old wall, take one of the open passages and you'll find yourself in another world -- the magical Village Saint Paul. A series of courtyards between the rue Saint Paul and the rue des Jardins Saint Paul, here you can peruse dusty antique shops, design boutiques, some art galleries or stop for a glass of wine one of the cool cafes. If you're looking for a bit of culture and history, stop in at the Musee Carnavalet (23, rue de Sévigné), home to the museum of the history of Paris. Wandering its maze of rooms, you will travel through the ages of Paris from Roman times to the lively Belle Epoque era around the turn of the 20th century. Well, I hope you've enjoyed our tour of the Marais. If I've missed any of your favorite Marais secrets, be sure to share them with us in the comments box below. Be sure to visit our website (http://www.nyhabitat.com/ ) and to book a vacation rental (http://www.nyhabitat.com/paris-apartment/vacation ) or furnished apartment (http://www.nyhabitat.com/paris-apartment/furnished ) with New York Habitat. You'll find furnished apartments not only in Les Marais but all over Paris! Also, be sure to check out our blog, if you want more information about Paris and Le Marais: http://www.nyhabitat.com/blog/2012/05/03/paris-video-tour-le-marais-part-1/ Feel free to watch other video tours such as these about Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Part 1): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AePsn_S_ucY and Montmartre (Part 1): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJHtQd2l1Uo Once a muggy swampland, now a Parisian hotspot, I hope to see you soon in the Marais! Continue the visit with Part 2 of our Video Tour: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEFAheyyL7c