Here’s everything you better know before visiting Saint-Germain-des-Pres in Paris.

Best Things to Do

Shop local boutiques.

On a pedestrian side street,Uncoutureshowcases a selection of avant-garde dresses and tailored jackets with matching pants.

Quiet street in Saint Germain des Pres

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To add to the local appeal, both designers offer made-to-measure, says Dietz.

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Browse antiques.

Stroll through art galleries and museums.

Rooftop bar and lounge with Eiffel Tower views at Hotel Dame des Arts in Paris

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A few standout galleries to add to your list includeGalerie Charles-Wesley Hourde,Galerie Larock-Granoff, andKetabi Bourdet.

Listen to live jazz.

Sip coffee or wine at Marche Saint-Germain.

Shops along Saint Germaine Des Pres

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Spend the morning at Musee dOrsay.

Best Time to Visit

Paris is a year-round city theres really no off-season.

If youre cruising the Seine by boat viaBatobus, theres a stop that drops you right in Saint-Germain-des-Pres.

Exterior of Museum d’Orsay

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The terrace of “Les deux Magots”

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