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Voyage dans Paris - Belleville

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:33     Accent: French

Parks, streets, boulevards, a storied history, and an eclectic mix of people: Belleville has it all! This historic neighborhood in Paris’s 20th arrondissement has been home to many different immigrant groups over the years and in recent times has taken a turn for the “bobo.”

Voyage dans Paris - Mouzaïa

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 2:27     Accent: French

Daniel Benchimol guides us through the Quartier de la Mouzaïa, a quaint Parisian neighborhood filled with brightly-colored houses, patriotic street names, and old signs. You might forget you’re in a major city in the midst of this beautiful country landscape.

Voyage dans Paris - Butte Bergeyre

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:02     Accent: French

Take a tour of the Butte Bergeyre, a charming area of Paris that even Parisians don’t know much about. Unlike the rest of the city, you won’t find many tourists here — though you may spot a vineyard or two!

Voyage dans Paris - Montparnasse

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 2:39     Accent: French

What do Charles Baudelaire, Simone de Beauvoir, and the architect of the Statue of Liberty have in common? They are all buried in the Montparnasse cemetery, home to the graves of some of the greatest figures in French history. Here are some of its other famous souls.

Voyage dans Paris - Jardin du Luxembourg

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:07     Accent: French

The beautiful Jardin du Luxembourg attracts both neighborhood students and foreign visitors alike. But let’s discover some of its lesser-known spots, such as the school of honey production and the association of pétanque players.

Voyage dans Paris - Le Seizième Arrondissement de Paris - Part 1

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:00     Accent: France

Come take a stroll with Daniel Benchimol through Paris’s sixteenth arrondissement (district), which has more museums than any other district in the capital. There’s even a wine museum!

Voyage dans Paris - Le Seizième Arrondissement de Paris - Part 2

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 2:33     Accent: France

Daniel Benchimol gives us a tour of Paris’s sixteenth district, where you’ll find the homes of Benjamin Franklin and Honoré de Balzac, among much else.

Voyage dans Paris - Le Treizième arrondissement de Paris - Part 1

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:02     Accent: France

Daniel Benchimol gives us a tour of some of the historic and slightly quirky landmarks of Paris’s thirteenth arrondissement (district), which include an old artists’ colony, a hospital, and the city’s last remaining street urinal.

Voyage dans Paris - Le Treizième arrondissement de Paris - Part 2

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:11     Accent: French

Aqueducts in Paris? Who would have thought? Daniel Benchimol will show you where to find them. Follow him around the thirteenth arrondissement for a very interesting aquatic and rustic stroll.

Voyage dans Paris - Le Palais-Royal

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:01     Accent: France

The Palais-Royal (Royal Palace) is one of many palaces in France, located right in the heart of Paris. Directly across from the Louvre, the grounds of the Palais-Royal are now home to chic boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and stunning gardens.

Voyage dans Paris - Le Pont Alexandre III

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:05     Accent: France

According to our trusty tour guide, Daniel Benchimol, Paris’s Alexander III Bridge is one of the most beautiful in the city. You might find it hard to disagree after watching this video!

Voyage dans Paris - Cité Florale

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:06     Accent: France

If you’re into flowers, the Cité Florale (Floral City) is the place to go. Daniel Benchimol walks us through the secret streets of this quiet Parisian neighborhood.

Voyage dans Paris - Parc Montsouris

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:03     Accent: France

The Parc Montsouris is home to an interesting assortment of landmarks and is right next to Paris’s famed Cité Universitaire. Come check it out with Daniel Benchimol!

Voyage dans Paris - 7ème Arrondissement

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:08     Accent: French

Whether you’re a film fanatic or an architecture enthusiast, you’ll surely find something to love about Paris’s seventh arrondissement, presented to us by our trusty tour guide, Daniel Benchimol.

Voyage dans Paris - Ponts de Paris

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 2:55     Accent: France

Daniel gives us a tour of the beautiful bridges of Paris, the oldest of which (ironically called the Pont-Neuf, or “New Bridge”) dates from the early seventeenth century. We also get a glimpse of the famous bouquinistes, or secondhand booksellers, who set up their stalls along the banks of the Seine.

Voyage dans Paris - Quartier Latin

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:08     Accent: France

Daniel Benchimol walks us through the fifth arrondissement and uncovers some unexpected sights, including an amphitheater in the heart of Paris. Who would have thought?

Voyage dans Paris - Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:26     Accent: France

From the smallest square to the oldest tree in Paris, our very knowledgable guide, Daniel Benchimol, knows where to look. Enjoy strolling through the sixth arrondissement and making some interesting discoveries!

Voyage en France - Château d'Urtubie

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:05     Accent: French

Looking for your next vacation spot? The Château d’Urtubie, a stunning castle that dates back to the fourteenth century, is now a hotel in the heart of the Basque Country.

Voyage en France - Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:12     Accent: French

Come take a trip to St-Jean-de-Luz, a beautiful resort town along the Atlantic in the Basque country of southwest France. Don’t forget to bring a towel!

Voyage en France - La Ville de Chartres

Difficulty: intermediate French     Length: 3:04     Accent: French

Discover the charms of the city of Chartres with our famous guide, Daniel Benchimol! With medieval roads, a famous cathedral, and the International Stained Glass Center, Chartres is a must-see destination for your next trip to France.