You won't have seen Paris if you haven't seen the canals (Paris)

Member Name: Trishajs

Product:	Paris
Date:	21/07/09 (59 review reads)
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Advantages: It's a trip you will never forget

Disadvantages: Je ne regrette rien

I wanted to write about a part of Paris that not many people know about.
I really hope that those reading this, will, on their next or first trip to Paris include my suggestion in their itinerary. Of all the people I know who have visited Paris- they didn't know this secret- so let me share it with you.

To get the true feeling of being in Paris, then leave the main tourist trail and head for the water- no, not The Seine, but one of the three Parisian Canals.

The canal cruise I would highly recommend is called "Old Paris" on the Saint Martin Canal it takes 2.5 hours and is simply heaven. It leaves from Paris Arsenal Marina and goes to Parc de la Villette It is a romantic trip and gives you the opportunity to hear the history of the true Paris.

Cruising along the tree lined canal whilst admiring the old, yet beautiful footbridges. You will also pass below the Bastille. You can also enjoy going thru several locks and a couple of swing bridges. You will watch as people go along the canal banks with the many retro shops and cafes-it is truly a view of Paris you will adore.

During the cruise I went on they played old French songs- which may sound off putting, but on this occasion I found it added to a glorious experience- that I long to repeat. And the cost is 15 euros for adults and 8 euros for children.



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Summary: C'est la vie,