Touring Paris by arrondissement - Montmartre(le butte) - the 18th arrondissement

Touring Paris can be overwhelming with so much to see and do .Especially for first time visitors. so I have compiled this guide to help you explore Paris by arrondissement/ neighborhood. You can hit the highlights of each neighborhood on your walking and eating tour . What a delightful trip awaits you ! Remember the destination is not as important as the journey .Enjoy the ride and stay in the moment . You might find your best experiences while on your way to another.

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Montmartre-The Martyr's Hill

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Montmartre -The steep stairs and the Sacre Coeur , the stuff that Parisian dreams are made. Montmatre feels like its own city within Paris , full of greenery and relaxing cafes. The pace of life even seems a bit slower than other parts of Paris .

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Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre

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The Sacre Coeur basilica looms over Montmatre with it's unique white domes, which can be viewed from practically every area of Montmatre.The Byzantine /Romanesque design by Paul Abadie was carried out over 40 years by five diiferent architechts and finished in 1914. Construction began around 1875 with the generous donations of French catholics. The dizzying climb up the more than 200 spiral steps is worth it, for the panaramic views of Paris from around the dome. The Basilica is one of the most visited religious sights in Paris and certainly worth the visit . Take care outside of the Basilica as many pick pockets are about, disguised as vendors and such .

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Le mur des je t'aime/Wall of I Love You

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Love, Love , Love- we should all love each other no ? The wall of Love , a munument to love and lovers set of course in the city of love !The plaza Square Jehan Rictus Place/Place des Abbesses has become the rendezvouz spot for romance .The art piece by Frediric Baron and Claire Kito says I love you in 250 different languages, set on blue tiles in white letters. What an awesome photo-op in Paris and a opportunity to celebrate love for couples, self love and love of the world.

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Buste de Dalida

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Legendary Egyptian singer Dalida made France and Montmartre her home for most of her life. Her career spanned over 30 years and she recorded and sang songs in over ten languages. The renowned singer's bust attracts visitors who curiously touch the breasts of the bust, which is evident by the the shiny copper spots .This appears to be a popular pass time and practice for visitors.lol

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Moulin Rouge

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The world famous burlesque club is a popular spot for tourists . Your sure to see a spectacular show . Or if seeing a show does not fit your schedule , at least pass by for a photo op .

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Dali Museum

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Salvador Dali and his avantgarde art translates into modern times. His melting clocks, resonates with the pop culture of today . The museum will not disappoint Dali lovers. The museum is small compared with other Parisian museums. You can tour for a couple of hours and seek out your next corner bar for restaurant for lunch .

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Place des Abbesses/Rue des Abesses

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Rue de abysses runs through the center of Montmatre and is chock full of cafes ,restaurants and bars. Place de Abesses metro features a famous Art Noveau sign that is well photographed .

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Musée National Picasso-Paris

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Picasso spent a huge part of his artistic life in France( 1904-1973.)In fact his first studio/workshop was in Montmartre . Paris and French life in general was a continued source of inspiration for Picasso and his art, the joie de vivre( enjoyment of life) of french culture is truly awesome. The museum, or the Hotel Sale is a mansion of historical value chosen to host Picasso's works after his death . The vast and varied unique works of Picasso the museum, warrant a visit for Picasso lovers .

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Rue Lepic

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Stroll through scenic rue Lepic to shop, eat and sightsee .

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La Cave des Abbesses

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Of course I had to include a great wine stop for your tour through Montmatre . Here you can purchase the best wines for every occasion . .

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