Frommer's Paris 2012

<b>Full-color throughout.</b><b>Free full-color, foldout map.</b><b>Completely updated every year.</b><b>Insider advice</b> on avoiding the crowds as you explore some of Paris's greatest gems, from the Louvre to the Eiffel Tower. Plus tips for exploring some of Paris's more offbeat sights, from the eerie Catacombs to the avant-garde Palais de Tokyo museum.<b>Where to find</b> everything from the coolest neo-bistros to the most gourmet Michelin-starred French restaurants. Plus, recommendations for the hippest wine bars and the best food markets, from the Marché d'Aligre to the grand, upscale food halls of Fauchon.<b>Insightful commentary</b> on Paris's dazzling array of art and architectural masterpieces, from the Cathedrale de Notre-Dame to the Arc de Triomphe, and from Rodin's <i>The</i> <i>Thinker</i> to Da Vinci's <i>Mona Lisa</i>.<b>Opinionated reviews.</b> No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.<b>Exact prices</b> listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.<b>User-friendly</b> features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences. <br><br> From the Book: Street Food in Paris <br> Falafel stands line Rue de Rosiers in Paris. <br>Photo by Maarten (Superchango) /Flickr.com As appealing as it is to indulge in a three-course meal at a Paris bistro, you can also savor many French specialties on the street.<br><br> <b>Where to Eat: </b><br>By day, sidewalks in the Left Bank's Latin Quarter around Saint Michel get crowded with sandwich vendors selling baguettes. In the Marais, you'll want to try the falafel stands on Rue de Rosiers. At night, the air is filled with the aroma of freshly prepared crepes, especially around Montparnasse, in the Latin Quarter, and near the nightclub areas. <br><br> <b>How Much: </b><br> A Nutella or chestnut-puree crepe will cost about 4 Euro; a jambon et fromage baguette is around 6 Euro. <br><br><br><br>