According to some people interested in the off-beat and occult, the 16th-century Saint Merri Church in the Marais is filled with strange and unusual symbols you wouldn't expect to see in a holy place. A bizarre statue of a sort of [more...]

The handsome stationary shops along the rue du Pont Louis-Philippe (between the rue de l'Hôtel de Ville and the rue François Miron) are a feast for the eyes. From the latest in minimalist design to hand-made papers and journals, it's [more...]

For a great sushi meal at a reasonable price, Allo Sushi in the Marais is my favorite spot. The delicious miso soup is close to the real thing (so often the "miso" soup in Paris is just chicken broth). Best of all, the spicy tuna is [more...]

Named after the spa's cheery owner, Ségolène Heurtaut, Ségo'Spa is a quiet and friendly little spot for an afternoon of pampering. The gommage (scrub) treatment is full-body exfoliation followed by a relaxing rinse. Lavender oil [more...]

The collection at the Centre Pompidou is sure to please: from Post-Impressionism to Pop Art, the modern and contemporary works are well-displayed and in a building that is itself a work of contemporary art, with exposed pipes and [more...]

Friendly English-speaking staff and an urban decor make the Lizard Lounge stand out on this quaint street of the Marais. The cocktails are delicious (and they don't skimp on the ingredients...), so it's a good place to meet friends for [more...]