The luxury guide to Paris

Even in times of crisis, the luxury sector is doing well in Paris. The great palaces and starred restaurants always attract people, not just tourists. If prices sometimes reach incredible heights, many activities are however accessible to more reasonable budgets. Completely affordable to downright delusional, here is a selection of luxury properties in the capital to test at least once. H2>
Relax at the Spa Valmont h3>
This bright spa is nestled in the heart of the Hotel Meurice, the first Parisian palace. Its modern design, inspired by Dali and signed by Philippe Starck, makes it a superb relaxation area. The sunny terrace, the excellence of Valmont products and the quality of care will seduce you. P>
- Address: Hotel Meurice, 228 rue de Rivoli - 75001 Paris (M & deg; Tuileries)
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- Hours: Every day from 8h to 22h (10h to 20h care) strong>
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Create your own perfume h3>
In association with the perfumery Galimard Grasse, the Studio des Parfums offers perfume to create yourself as you like. With the help of a counselor, the scent is chosen, the different notes and name, to take home a bottle of the fragrance created. P>
- Address: 23, rue du Bourg Tibourg - 75004 Paris (M & deg; City Hall) strong> strong> strong> li>
- Phone: 01 40 29 90 84 strong> strong> li>
- Hours: Monday to Saturday from 11h to 20h and Sunday from 14h to 19h (by appointment) strong>
strong> li>- Price: from 95 € 30 € 135 mL and 50 mL strong>
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Enjoy macaroons pastry Pierre Hermé h3>
After operating at Lenôtre, Fauchon and Ladurée, the famous Alsatian pastry now has several shops in the capital, where it offers, in addition to its famous macaroons, various pastries and chocolates to taste emergency. The ideal place for a luxury breakfast! P>
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strong> li>- Prices: € 30 gift boxes of 250 € ... but you can also have fun with simple macaroon 4.50 € strong> strong> strong> li>
- www.pierreherme.com strong> li> Ul>
Clubber at Castel h3>
Castel is an institution of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a mythical place for the night. For fifty years, the vaults of this upscale club welcome you in a cozy atmosphere, sometimes furious. Spend the evening at Castel is to be at the heart of the Parisian night! P>
- Address: 15, rue Princesse - 75006 Paris (M & deg; Mabillon or Saint-Germain-des-Prés) strong > strong> strong> strong> li>
- Phone: 01 40 51 52 80 strong> strong> li>
- Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 21h to 1h (for the restaurant), from 23h at dawn (to the club) strong>
strong> li>- Price: Membership on sponsorship and selection committee strong>
- Right. entry: € 500, valid for life strong>
- annual fee: € 500 renewable each year strong> strong> strong> strong> li>- www.castelparis.com strong> < / strong> li> Ul>
Take the tea at the Plaza Athénée h3>
The Galerie des Gobelins Hotel Plaza Athenee is located in a chic setting to enjoy the delights of the pastry champion Christophe Michalak: religious caramel, pavlova lychee-raspberry or pistachio strawberry pie ... the menu is a bit expensive but worth it! p>
- Address: 25 Avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris (M & deg; Alma-Marceau or Franklin Roosevelt) strong>
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- Hours: Every day from 8 am to 1:30 strong>
strong> li>- Prices:
- Pastry: 18 € strong>
- Drinking: between 10 € and 20 € strong>
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Bathing in the hotel pool Costes h3>
Decor Arabian Nights for this pool very exclusive em>: red walls, candles, mosaics ... The jacuzzi and gym participate in success of this relaxation area and this is a pure delight diving into water heated to 30 & deg;. C after a passage eucalyptus steam p>
- Address: 239, rue Saint-Honoré 75001 Paris strong> li>
- Phone: 01 42 44 50 35 strong> li>
- Hours: daily from 7 am to 22:30 strong> li>
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- Admission:
- 2000 € per year from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 17 pm
- 3000 € per year for every day of the week up to 22 h 30 strong> li>- Categories: Personal care (from 75 to 100 € the session), fitness classes, stretching, strength training and aerobics (€ 55) strong > li> Ul> Li>
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Lunch at Fouquet's h3>
Recommended by the Gault Millau, Le Fouquet's is a place of high gastronomy. Fine French cuisine is served in this luxury brasserie that attracts people. Indeed, the establishment of the Lucien Barrière group is the International Film appointment, arts and culture. P>
- Address: 99, avenue des Champs Élysées 75008 Paris (M & deg; Georges V) strong> li>
- Phone: 01 40 69 60 50 strong> li>
- Hours: daily from 8 am to 2 strong> li>
- Prices:
- Menu at 85 €
- Wine from 40 €
- can be ordered at map (about 78 €) strong>
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Spending the evening at the Lido h3>
Enter a world of luxury and glamor to the most famous cabaret in Paris. The Lido offers a must experience the Parisian night with the magazine Happiness. Champagne and gourmet dinner will accompany you to this unforgettable show. P>
- Address: 116 bis, avenue des Champs-Elysées 75008 Paris (M & deg; George V) strong>
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- Hours: daily from 19h to 2h strong>
strong> li>- Price: Dinner & Show from 145 € strong>
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Going shopping Fauchon h3>
This fine grocery store open since 1886 has become the first luxury store in France and now has several shops abroad. premium teas, caviar, foie gras, exceptional wine cellar: you'll find all the luxuries in superb p>.
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- Hours: Monday to Sunday, times vary shopping strong>
strong> li>- Price: gift boxes between 35 € and 1000 €. But the range of Little things begins at 10 €! Strong>
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Attend a performance at the Opera Bastille h3>
If there is a luxury activity in Paris, this remains the opera. But it is no longer reserved for the elite! For a few euros, you can enjoy the exceptional acoustics of the Opera Bastille and admire its surroundings, designed by architect Carlos Ott. P>
- Address: 120 Rue de Lyon, 75012 Paris (M & deg; Bastille) / 8 Rue Scribe, 75009 Paris span> span> (M & deg; Opera) strong> li>
- Phone: 01 40 01 17 89 strong> li>
- Prices:
- Opera Bastille 5 € (Tickets blind) 180 € strong>
- Palace Garnier 10 € to 90 €
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