Paris: Embracing Life and Art

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Published 2014-03-31
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2012 | In this second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we'll ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Père Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian café scene. Few cites are so confident in their expertise in good living — and as travelers, we get to share in that uniquely Parisian "joie de vivre." #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #paris

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All Comments (21)
  • @McCainnn
    I remember working for 3 weeks at the Palais de Justice. I regularly visited the Sainte-Chapelle and enjoyed sitting on the stone benches at the exit of the stairs. I watched the tourists enter the upper chapel with its unique stained glass windows and many had tears in their eyes, overwhelmed by the beauty of this place. Thank you Saint-Louis!
  • Although I live in a poor country where people like me can't afford to travel around these significant places in rich countries, watching your documentary offers me a chance to turn my imagination into reality. Sitting in a room watching these videos makes me feel as if I am out there experiencing them live. Thank you Steve!
  • As a European I adore Rick Steeves' videos a lot. they are full of love and respect for our beautiful continent.
  • @lynxnel7431
    Rick Steves is the best storyteller... He exudes positivity. He speaks clearly and calmly. All his videos are interesting and informative. I never get tired of watching them again and again...
  • @rumarahim4384
    My husband and I travelled to Paris last week for 6 days to celebrate his 37th Birthday and absolutely loved it to the max! 🥰 🇫🇷🥐 xx
  • @bordaz1
    This is one of Rick's best episodes......how in the world could anybody give this a thumbs-down?
  • Rick Steves' videos are simply fantastic, such a performant mix of great pictures, and also great music, professionally produced, great narration, and often unusual details. As a pianist and also a passionate gourmet, the influence of his good taste goes like a red thread through all his videos.
  • @monicacall7532
    Sainte Chapelle is my hands down very favorite place to visit. I love to walk in Paris if possible because you experience so much more that way. And the food? French food is my very favorite of all. It’s in a class all by itself. Watching this video made me want to pack my bags and hop on the next plane to Paris!
  • @zoefang4563
    VIVE PARIS VIVE LA FRANCEE <33 The unicorn was connected the moon goddess Diana--hence the crescent moon designs around the unicorn 5:08 GALERIE LAFAYETTE IS BREATHTAKING <333 I NEED TO SEE IT LIVE <33
  • @johnng9466
    I never get tired of watching your traveller's videos and listening to your narration! Your match of music to the scenes are incredibly good! Can't be better! When showing Chopin's tombstone, Nocturne Opus 9 No. 2 is played. This part touched me! God bless you and your team!
  • We've visited Paris for a 2 week stay. We both enjoyed the City of Light as much as any place we've ever been. We could certainly live there.
  • @ripperrooh3759
    I remember his earlier shows on PBS. Its great to see him still traveling. Awesome show!
  • @sayparler
    One of the best videos from Rick! So passionate, kind and beautiful. That's it, I need to live in Paris!
  • @stace_d
    Rick is a legend. Excellent video. I can't wait to visit Paris this Summer.
  • Hmmm, I was just thinking a Rick Steves' video would be just the thing, et voila, this comes in my feed. Ces't bon!
  • @InstantAdviser
    I don't have enough words to explain how much I love listening to you. Keep on going🤗