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Summer is upon us in a blaze of glorious sunshine and the mercury continues to climb... But don’t let the heatwave make you abandon your plans for a break in Paris because the capital has everything you need to keep cool as temperatures soar! Perhaps you’ve already heard of Paris Plages (Paris Beaches), the capital’s pop-up seaside resort? Now without sand due to environmental considerations, it’s still as successful as it’s ever been since launching in 2002. The Hotel de l’Universite tells you more...

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.

Do you want to have a great time inParis with your family? Something that appeals to all ages is the Foire du Trône (Throne Fair), the biggest funfair in France, which makes its eagerly-awaited return to the Pelouses de Reuilly on the edge of the Bois de Vincennes from April 5th to June 2nd, 2019! Enjoy this annual event during your stay at the Hotel Université.

Running enthusiasts eagerly await the various events hosted by the capital every year. The most famous is certainly the great Paris Marathon, which takes place this year on April 14th. What’s more, when you stay at the Hôtel de l'Université you’ll be ideally located to enjoy jogging in the Jardin des Tuileries.

This year it feels like Paris has made a New Year resolution to present superb new exhibitions that should not be missed! From Picasso to Sérusier via Vasarely, the Hôtel de l'Université offers its recommendations for captivating cultural outings in the capital.