Paris (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE) (Paperback)

by Alan Tillier (Author), Paul Hines (Editor), Anna Brooke (Contributor)

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Dorling Kindersley's Eyewitness city guides bill themselves as "the guides that show you what others only tell you" and indeed, spectacular illustrations are one of their strongest points. Every page of an Eyewitness guide is filled with beautiful color photographs, maps, drawings and diagrams that bring popular tourist destinations to life. Each guide color-codes the city's districts or neighborhoods, making it easy for readers to know at a glance just where they are in the book--and where they want to go. Eyewitness Paris is typical of the series: a brief history of the city is followed by "Paris at a Glance" featuring the best museums, churches and parks; "Paris Through the Year," a description of the seasons; and "A River View of Paris" which takes the reader on a tour along the Seine. After this introductory section, Eyewitness Paris tackles the city of lights district by district, starting with Ile de la Cite and ending with Montmartre. At the back of the book is a lengthy section called "Travelers Needs" which includes extensive information about restaurants, hotels, shopping venues entertainment opportunities and special activities for children. The "Survival Guide" gives practical information about getting into and out of Paris, banking and postal services, safety, transportation, and more.

One of the best things about the Eyewitness series are the guided walks for each city. In Paris you have a choice of five 90-minute walks: around Parc Monceau, along the Canal St.-Martin, around the Ile St-Louis, in Auteuil or in Montmartre--the directions for each are clear, the sites well worth seeing, and each provides you with the best possible way of getting to know the city. Don't be deceived by Eyewitness Paris's picture-heavy format--this little picture book packs a lot of information! Don't leave home without it.

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...You feel, looking at them, as if you could close the book and step into the street. -- Contra Costa Times

...considered to be the world's best travel resource to over 30 destinations around the world, make it easier to plan a splendid vacation. -- North American Press Syndication

Both novice and experienced travelers will be captivated. -- US News & World Report

Each book is a visual as well as informational feast about a particular place. -- The New York Times

Easily the best city guides available today. -- PLAYBOY

Encyclopedic in scope, it's meant to be used before, during, and after your stay. -- Travel & Leisure

The Best Guidebooks Ever -- SKY MAGAZINE

The best travel guides ever. -- Sky Magazine -Delta In flight Magazine

The most graphically exciting and visually pleasing series on the market. -- Chicago Tribune

Want to know where to get a great espresso on your way to the Uffizi? Or how much to tip a hotel maid in New York City? Try these travel guides, each an intricate trove of 3-D aerial views, landmark floor plans, color photos and essential eating, shopping and entertainment info. With titles covering Paris, Prague, and London, these pocket-sized guides are like a Michelangelo fresco: deliriously rich in detail. -- People Magazine

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Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: DK Travel; Third Printing edition (September 15, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564581853
• ISBN-13: 978-1564581853
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #352,620 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Paris Guide, June 10, 1997

By A Customer

In a sea of dismal travel books, the Eyewitness Travel Guides published by Dorling Kindersley stand out like a lighthouse. Last year we traveled to Paris and relied heavily on this Paris guidebook. Not only were the maps, directions, and recommendations absolutely perfect, but the high quality of this book and its absolute comprehensiveness (especially in light of its price) make it a must-buy. Unlike its drab Fodor's counterpart, beautiful images in this guide easily recall some of our best moments, making it a keepsake even after the trip. The flexible, plasticized cover also means it stays looking nice, even after spending all day in a crowded backpack. All told, the perfect travel guide and another in a long line of excellent Dorling Kindersley books. A 10! Dan Edelen

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Guide Book, April 15, 2000

By	Charlotte (Dover, Delaware) - See all my reviews

I have the brand new year 2000 edtion of this book and am planning my 9th trip to Paris. I have compared the other guide books with this and find this is the one I'm taking with me. The maps are great. On some of the streets it actually shows you where the numbers begin, especially helpful on long streets, so you do not start at the wrong end. The pictures are great along with brief descriptions and layouts of the parks and famous buildings. Contrary to what I have read. the size is good with over 400 pages it is a compact, tightly bound book with a durable cover. The street guide in the back is wonderful when used inconjunction with the maps. As a travel agent, I recommend this book as most useful.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful and inspirational!, December 31, 2000

By	A. Butler "ambutler" (San Diego, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book combines the two things essential to a travel guide: 1. Helpful information 2. Content that gets you excited for your trip. I bought this book about a month before I went to Paris. Based on the book I planned on what area I would stay. (St. Germain de Pres) I ended up loving that area. After looking at the photos and reading the descriptions I was beside myself in anticipation for my trip. Once in Paris, the guide did not let me down. The metro map in the back was invaluable as well as the many maps contained in the book. Since I had studied the book so much before I left, I felt like I knew Paris like the back of my hand by the time I got there. A lot of the descriptions of things are no terribly in depth, but it does spend a lot of time on the Louvre and many other main attractions. But, if you are looking for adventure off the beaten path, this might not be your book. I also particularly liked the fact it gave you about five walking tours around Paris that could been done in 90 minutes where you cover a lot of ground.