What could be more pleasant and rewarding when visiting a city than discovering places off the usual tourist trails and taking things at your own pace? The association “Meeting the French” offers international visitors the opportunity to meet Parisians by organising meals in their own houses. Hosts may welcome a single person, a couple or a family for dinner or lunch. This is an opportunity to get to know each other and learn more about each other’s culture. At the Café-Info, Parisians full of enthusiasm for their city give a warm welcome to visitors looking for relevant suggestions and information. These local people accompany small groups in their neighbourhood to give them valuable insights, tips and their favourite addresses. The people volunteering for the “Paris Greeter” organisation help tourists discover the genuine Paris of the Parisians, while passing on their enthusiasm and passion of the capital.
For further information:
Les Parisiens associés – www.les-parisiens-associes.com
Meeting the French – www.meetingthefrench.com
Parisien d’un jour, parisien toujours – www.parisgreeter.org
More information in the rubric « Paris with the Parisians » (under the heading « What’s on”) on www.parisinfo.com
Source : Office du tourisme de Paris
