Iconic neighbourhoods.
Discover the neighbourhoods where our flats are located: culture, points of interest, iconic monuments, theatres… and enjoy our tips and advice to organize your trip before you even arrive!
The Odéon, a Theatre Temple on the Eve of the Revolution
Founded under Marie-Antoinette, who adored The Marriage of Figaro; occupied from 1830 to Nuit Debout; its three knocks, its box of smelling salts and its secrets floor by floor — the story of the oldest theatre in Paris.
June 2026
The Story of a Little-Known Street in the 2nd Arrondissement
A little-known corner of the 2nd arrondissement: rue des Colonnes, a survivor of the Revolution, the vanished Feydeau theatre and the best tables around the Bourse.
June 2026
A Night at the Folies Bergère: The Complete Guide
Dress code, best seats, where to eat, partner parking, usher tipping — and where to stay nearby. Everything you need before your evening at the Folies Bergère.
June 2026
Attending a Show at Olympia Paris: the Practical Guide
Best seats, show duration, how to book, what you can bring inside, and where to stay nearby — everything you need to know before your night at Olympia de Paris.
May 2025
The Salle Ovale: Paris's most beautiful study room is free
Reopened in 2022 after eleven years of works, the Salle Ovale at BnF Richelieu is a free public reading room with 20,000 open-shelf books. One of the best-kept secrets of the 2nd arrondissement.
May 2026
The Legendary History of Olympia de Paris
Founded in 1893, almost destroyed in 1979, saved by an Edward VII room, and home to the most performed-on stage in France. The story behind the iconic red letters.
May 2025
Incredible Story of Carreau du Temple
One of the last five covered markets of Paris, saved from demolition by its residents and given a 60-million-euro second life. Now a place for sports, exhibitions, art fairs.
April 2025
Adventures of Opéra Comique
A historical monument hidden two minutes from the Duc de Choiseul flat. Banned by Louis XIV, reborn by Louis XVI, burnt down three times, and still serving 6€ seats today.
March 2025
Eclectic Chatelet Theatre
Built on an ancient prison site, surrounded by what was once called the "Crime Boulevard". Two centuries of theatre, three fires, and one of the most iconic stages in Paris.
February 2025