Final day in Paris

Today is my final day in Paris before I head back to London for a month. After deciding that I'd rather spend the day in Paris then a day out at Versailles, I make a list of the things I’d like to see before I go …
- Taverne Henry > one of the oldest wine bar in Paris
- Shakespeare & co’s bookshop
- Laperouse > one of the oldest restaurants in Paris

I got on my bike and peddled into the city – seriously this make me so happy cycling around Paris! It's always an adventure trying to find a place with no wifi. After much walking in circles I find Taverne Henry. It didn’t go inside as the menu seemed more like a fast food shop then old wine bar. Side note, it is on the same island as the Norte Dame.

After here I headed up stream to find the Shakespare & Company bookstore. On my way I passed Laperouse one of the oldest restaurants in Paris. I had seen it pinterest once. It would’ve been great to dined in, but I definitely wasn’t wearing appropriate attire and I’m sure my bank balance appreciated me moving on haha.

I wandered around for what seemed like ages trying to find the book shop. I walked down lots of alley ways with school children roaming around in classes, walked past beautiful smelling cafes all presenting mouth watering lunch menus and past people lounging in green gardens. Just when I was about to give up I saw it up head. I’m sure I probably walked past it more then once, but let’s not think too much about that.

The Shakespare & Company bookstore was cool. It was small and cramped and had books piled high everywhere. I was surprised how many were in English and all of the English headings, but I supposed they know their market. I recall their being lots of rules, but none that I clearly bothered to note seriously. I don’t think you were allowed to take pictures inside, which is why I have none.

By this point my belly was grumbling loudly, it was well past lunch and I hadn’t had anything since breakfast! Well unlike me. So I succumbed and got on the metro and headed towards my now favourite place in Paris, the Roland Garros pop up at Champ de Mars watching the tennis with the Eiffel Tower in the background.

But I have always loved this spot. Whenever I saw views of the Eiffel tower on the TV it was at the Champ de Mars that I enjoyed the most and I have spent a great deal of time here this week.

I sat down and watched some tennis before heading down some side streets to try and find a grocery store to buy lunch. I picked up a sweet little salad that contained pasta, tomatos and little pancakes. Along with a delicious chocolate éclair to enjoy for dessert.

Once the final match of the day had played I packed up and headed back towards the metro and off to my hostel, where I packed up my belongings in preparation for tomorrow.

This evening I had dinner in my hostel before taking one last long walk around Belleville. I stopped in at a cool bar for a final dessert, the every classic French dish crème brulee, before calling time in the French capital.

Paris, it's been wonderful xx

Poem. In the images is a poem I found whilst in Paris. The past year has been a rollercoaster ride of emotions and adventures, and at times I found myself wondering too much if I’d made the right choice.
When I decided to leave London and go on this summer trip, I had no intentions of returning and often felt like I had lost myself. This poem was my... mantra may be too strong, but it definitely spoke to me on what I hoped to achieve on my summer adventure. No pressure, no expectations, just seeing, believing and being put back together.


Links
Cool article by Pedestrian on places to visit when in Paris: https://www.pedestrian.tv/travel/home-feature/r…

Shakespeare & co bookshop www.shakespeareandcompany.com/

Laperouse http://www.laperouse.com/Leia mais