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Boulevard St. Germain

Paris, France
Ranked #41 of 534 attractions in Paris
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: This historic street is most famous for its assortment of old cafés.
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Dublin, Ireland
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
98 helpful votes 98 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

This area of full of style,what could be more stylish than cafe De Flore where Hemingway had many a Vine Du Jour take a day to soak up the many cafes especially in the side streets where you will find the some cool jazz cafes and bars Clive Dublin More

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Bievres, France
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Worth a stroll to get to some place or if you are doing some shopping for a good suit. More

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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Our hotel was just 2 blocks away and we spent lots of time walking here. Great avenue with famous cafes and delicious chocolate shops, not to mention stores. Ideal for people watching. More

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Mukilteo, Washington
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50 reviews 50 reviews
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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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This area, known for the history of artists, writers, and great thinkers, is rich and full of life. A very different vibe than the "downtown" Paris. Safe and full of great little shops, cafes, bookstores, and cafes. We ate lunch at the famous Cafe de Flore, and enjoyed great food and people-watching. We did see the Cafe Procope, but it... More

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Paris, France
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

This used to be the place to go, small little cafes, cosy little streets. Now you find Armani, Etro, etc., etc. and thousands of fashion victims who come from NY, London, Tokyo where they can find exactly the same ;-) More

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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Very interesting street full of old cafe and shops. Oldest restaurant in Paris Le Procope is practically on it as well. Also most fine stores are there as well More

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Singapore/Sydney
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

Loved the energy, the feeling of history on every corner. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

The last morning i was in Paris i was thinking of a place to drink a coffee quietly and watching french people doing their everyday actions and also feel alike just for a couple of ours!it is worth it completely! More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

This is where I have stayed both times I have been to Paris. Great hangouts, cafes, shoppings, close to the Seine. I have been thru all parts of Paris and this for me is the most quaint. We stayed on a side street off the main road both times. It is amazing how quiet it is on the side streets... More

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Israel
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012
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Each time I visit Paris, I stroll along this Boulevard. It has everything. Missing something? Be sure you will find it in the adjacent streets. Full of shops, restaurants, cinemas, famous coffee houses, bars and what not. Treat yourself! More

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