Yes. French Open 2019 is coming and Paris is ready to host this annual sporting event. Add some of these to your current plans for more excitiment on the trip.
The French Federation Museum displays the sport’s 500-year history through paintings, sculptures and posters. Museum is open from 10 to 7 during the tournament. Entrance is free for Roland Garros ticket holders.
Dine: Raspail Organic food Market on Sunday morning Foodies and celebrities come from all over Paris to make their purchases and enjoy the scene. You will find the highest quality produce, fish meat , exceptional cheeses, artisan breads, and organic wines.Open every Sunday morning from 8:30 to 2:00. Metro Sevre Babylon.
Visit: The Flee Market ( Marche’ aux puces) This vast flea market, founded in the late 19th century and said to be Europe’s largest, has more than 2500 stalls grouped into a dozen marchés (market areas), each with its own speciality (eg Paul Bert for 17th-century furniture, Malik for clothing, Biron for Asian art). There are miles upon miles of ‘freelance’ stalls; come prepared to spend some time.
Lunch: Take time and people watch at Paris famous cafes. Every neighborhood has its cafe’s and bars where people stop by for morning coffee before and after work. Join Parisians and tourists at these famous cafes to enjoy the setting and people watching.
Les Deux Magots: Facing the wonderful Eglise Saint Germain has always gathered intellectuals, philosophers, and beautiful people.
Carette - Take a seat facing the Eiffel Tower and enjoy pastries, lunch and brunch.
Cafe Marly - Take a table facing the Louvre’s pyramid . The best time to be there is at dusk.
Chez Francis at Place d”Alma - Have a drink after dark to watch the Eiffel Tower illuminations.
Pastries: Taste Paris finest pastries and chocolates
Pierre Herme: http://www.pierreherme.com
Patisserie des reves: http://lapatisseriedesreves.com/en/
Cafe Pushkin: http://www.cafe-pouchkine.fr
Maison du Chocolat:http://www.lamaisonduchocolat.com/en/#/home
Bertillon ice cream and tea room at Isle Saint Louis
Opera: A performance at the Garner Palace or an Opera at the Bastille The Opera Garner is a 19 century architectural gem and the performances are always most spectacular and never disappoint. To reserve:please go to :https://www.operadeparis.fr
Exhibits: Take time to review Paris calendar to learn about the interesting temporary exhibitions not to miss. To view calendar of Paris please view http://en.parisinfo.com/what-to-do-in-paris/exhibitions-in-paris.
View: Paris from above I have always loved to see Paris from above. Many major land marks such as Arc de triumph, Montparnasse Tower, or the Eiffel Tower would give you this privilege. However if you would really like to take time to enjoy the setting and exceptional panorama, reserve a window table at Jules Verne on top of the Eiffel Tower or have a meal at George restaurant on top of the George Pompidou Museum.
Cruise: River Seine Marks from the River Seine. It is magical. http://www.bateaux-mouches.fr .
Parks: Squares & Gardens Parisian gardens offer much more than wonderful green spaces. They are majestic, artistic and inspiring. Stroll through, and take time to enjoy the wonderful, tranquil and romantic ambience.
Luxembourg Gardens
The Tuileries
Palais Royal
Place Des Voges
