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Less than 20 km from the Hôtel de l'Université, the estate and the Palace of Versailles have reopened, with visiting by reservation only. This is a golden opportunity to visit this jewel of French heritage, culture and history in complete tranquillity!

A few Metro stations from the Hôtel de l'Université, opposite the Museum of Natural History and the Jardin des Plantes, stands the Grand Mosque of Paris. More than 60,000 visitors come to see this impressive building every year. Discover this holy place, a vibrant testimony to Muslim art but also to religious tolerance and Islamic culture.

Paris boasts countless wonders. Some are famed throughout the world while others are less well-known but just as interesting. You can get to see them in different ways; by bicycle, in a motorcycle sidecar, by taking a tour in a panoramic bus... But have you considered a horse-drawn carriage ride? Delightfully romantic, a tour of Paris in a calèche is also great family fun and the perfect way to fully enjoy the charms of the capital. A unique and timeless experience that is full of charm and elegance.

Paris is a city famous for the sheer quantity and variety of its museums and monuments. Like many other capitals, the city has set up a system that allows tourists to visit its most precious cultural treasures cost-effectively and without having to queue. It’s called the Paris Museum Pass. When you’re planning your next Parisian break, you might wish to consider buying this handy fast-track pass to save time and money.

Always friendly, joyous and ideal for lovers, friends or family, a stroll among the stalls of a Christmas market is a great way to get into the spirit of the festive season. Fantastic Christmas markets pop up throughout the capital from the end of November, giving you the opportunity to have fun and do some gift shopping at the same time.

During your next visit to Paris, why not seek out the city’s most unusual bookshops? If you’re passionate about books, a collector of rare editions and unusual items, you’ll want to check out these bookshops with a difference during your stay at the Hôtel de l'Université!