The Galerie des Sculptures et des Moulages – The Hidden Gem of Versailles
Everyone knows the Palace of Versailles. Pre-COVID, this masterpiece of French Baroque architecture was one of the most visited historical sites in the world. Approximately
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Vivian Maier at the Musée du Luxembourg
Earlier this month, I wrote about the top exhibitions that I was excited to see this winter and fall. However, full disclosure. That list could
Château de Rambouillet – A Home for Kings, Emperors, and Presidents
There are over 45,000 castles in France. I wish I could say that I have visited them all, but 45,000 is a ridiculously large number
5 Exhibitions to (Hopefully!) Experience This Fall
I am really hoping that this post is not too optimistic. I say this because it was about this time last year that COVID cases
Arc de Triomphe Wrapped – Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s Visionary Project Finally Comes to Life
In 2005, I happened to be in New York City when The Gates by Christo and Jeanne-Claude was on display. It was February, very cold,
Story of a City Gets a New Look!
Earlier this month I celebrated two anniversaries. First, September 6th marked seven years since I first arrived in Paris. Seven years! I had only planned
Napoléon – L’Exposition: A Surprisingly Unbiased Retelling
If you have visited Paris over the past several months, you may have noticed that the city has come down with a serious case of
Château de Maisons – An Afternoon of Opera, Sword Fights, and Architecture
The National Monuments Challenge continues this week with a visit to the Château de Maisons, otherwise known as Château de Maisons-Laffitte. This 17th century château
Salgado Amazônia – A Stunning Collection of Photographs
Since Paris re-opened last May, I have been lucky enough to experience many incredible museum exhibitions. That being said, without exception, I expected them to
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What is Story of a City?
Every city has a story. And in Paris, that is also true of every street, alley, and cobblestone. This city has seen it all, from royalty and revolutions, to scandals and uprisings. Whether you are a dedicated francophile, or a casual fan, the history of Paris will take you on a fascinating journey through the centuries. And we want to share it all with you.
Story of a City is a Paris-based touring company dedicated to telling the stories of Paris and France. It was built on the philosophy that a fact is easily forgotten, but a story is remembered forever. That’s why every tour is created with a foundation based in storytelling and narrative arcs. On our tours, you won’t just hear regurgitated facts. You’ll be told a story. One that just happens to be true.
But Story of a City is more than just the tours we offer. Not everyone is able to travel to Paris, but that doesn’t mean we can’t bring Paris to you. Every week, Story of a City publishes articles about life in France, historical sites to visit, and the stories of Paris that you might not hear while on tour. There is so much to explore in the City of Light, and you’re welcome to explore with us, whether online or in person.
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