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You\u2019ve watched the high kicks at the Moulin Rouge and you\u2019ve ordered steak frites at a brasserie. But, have you blasted around town in the sidecar of a vintage motorcycle? Have you investigated paranormal activity in the City of Light after dark? Have you watched falconers on horseback in medieval villages? Even when you think you\u2019ve explored all the things to do in Paris<\/a>, you\u2019ve only scratched the surface. Venture off the beaten path and you\u2019ll find that the French capital is capable of showing you its quirky side if you\u2019re up for a bit of adventure.<\/p>\n

Sidecar Sightseeing<\/h1>\n

\"Tour<\/p>\n

Pop on a pair of goggles and tighten your helmet strap as your leather-clad guide fires up the engine of a vintage motorcycle and you climb into its snug sidecar. Zip around town uncovering often-overlooked corners<\/a> of the city hard to reach by car or bus. You might swing through the eclectic streets of Bohemian Montmarte, cruise past the gargoyle-studded tours of Notre Dame, or buzz through the Latin Quarter\u2019s medieval architecture. Along the way, your guide from RETRO TOUR shares engaging commentary over a convenient headset system in your helmet.<\/p>\n

Nosey Business<\/h1>\n

\"Couple<\/p>\n

In a land where high fashion is an essential part of everyday life, your scent is a signature that can\u2019t be overlooked. Unleash your inner Nose as your outer nose learns to know the ins and outs of the perfume biz. On a tour with RendezvousCheznous, learn how a professional perfume maker (called a Nose) blends together aromatic oils and natural ingredients to create unique fragrances that last. Then, sit down at a perfume organ, the name given to a Nose\u2019s workstation, and design your own scent<\/a> to take home as one-of-a-kind souvenir whose smell will always remind you of your time in Paris.<\/p>\n

Spooky Stroll<\/h1>\n

Venture out after dark to explore the City of Light\u2019s darkest shadows on a spooky walk through its lamp-lit arrondissements<\/a>. With a guide from Travel Like a Local to lead you between sites, learn about Paris\u2019 conspiracies, assassinations, ghosts, and lost treasures. Chat about the Holy Grail from beneath the grinning gargoyles of Notre Dame, look for ghosts in alleys beyond the Louvre, and keep an eye out for paranormal activity that might interrupt your group\u2019s eerie outing.<\/p>\n

Scavenger Hunt<\/h1>\n

\"View<\/p>\n

Break out of the typical mold with a sightseeing adventure that demands a bit of detective work. Carefully planned out by the experts at City in my Bag, this clue-led foray into Paris\u2019 streets<\/a> leads you around town to scope out major landmarks while looking for hints that guide you to your next destination. Spread out along 12 points scattered around town, each find will unlock tidbits about the city\u2019s history and include delightful gifts sure to keep you focused until you\u2019ve sleuthed your way to the finish.<\/p>\n

Jogging<\/h1>\n

Vacations often mean a break from your workout regimen, but if you\u2019re looking to keep up with your cardio, RendezvousCheznous wants to help. Bag visits to Paris\u2019 iconic landmarks on a morning jog<\/a> with a fitness-focused local. Loop around the Louvre\u2019s glass pyramid, pass under the bell towers of Notre Dame, and run along the River Seine racing boats as they pass under centuries-old bridges. At the end of your session, cool down with some stretching and chat with your guide about the city\u2019s history and culture to add on some insight to your morning routine.<\/p>\n

Medieval Fun<\/h1>\n

\"Falconry<\/p>\n

Head out of town and step back in time in the medieval village of Provins<\/a>, where 12th<\/sup>-century ramparts and towers rise out of the rolling hills of the French countryside as a testament to the days of old. When you arrive, let a guide from PARISCityVISION lead you around this UNESCO-listed city to show you sweeping views from the top of the Tour C\u00e9sar and share a bit about the town\u2019s history. In the afternoon, enjoy a meal fit for kings and queens and take in a show where falconers in period garb ride horses while commanding their winged companions to take flight.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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