🔦The Urban Explorer

You've already seen the famous landmarks in photos. You're after the catacombs, the abandoned railway lines, the hidden murals and the places only Parisians know. Your itinerary goes off the beaten track, sometimes even underground.

Guides to read before you go

Off the beaten path · 2 min read

Hidden Paris: Secret Spots Worth Discovering

Beyond the landmark monuments, Paris hides quieter spots that tell a different story about the city: its un...

Off the beaten path · 3 min read

Underground Paris: Exploring the Hidden Side of the Capital

Beneath the sidewalks and the Haussmann-era buildings, Paris hides an entirely different world: former lime...

Off the beaten path · 3 min read

The Petite Ceinture in Paris: practical guide to the open sections

Between 1852 and 1934, a ring railway connected Paris's main stations along a loop nearly 32 kilometers lon...