The Louvre’s endless corridors no doubt remain a must see for visitors to Paris. But lately, the city’s most iconic museum has faced its share of trials and tribulations. It’s worth considering some of the city’s lesser known gems on your next cultural day out. Whether you’re seeking medieval mysticism, fashion history, or whimsical surrealism,… …read more
It takes audacity to pack up your life, move to a new country, learn a foreign language, and build a career from the ground up. For photographer Katie Donnelly, doing so wasn’t just a life change—it was the start of a thriving business in the heart of Paris. …read more
September marks la rentrée in France, the moment when summer vacation winds down and the French get back to their daily lives. There are a wide range of cultural events, sports, and festivals that make it one of the best months to be in Paris. …read more
Illustrator, live event artist, author, and standup comedian Jessie Kanelos Weiner has always been “chronically creative”. Her passion for art and creativity are encapsulated perfectly in the books she writes, most notably Paris in Stride: An Insider’s Walking Guide and her latest, Thinking in Watercolor. …read more
Since moving to Paris, I’ve given Francophone music another chance, but this time through a more modern lens. Inspired by some of my favorite anglophone artists, here are some French/Francophone music artists worth checking out, including some acts you may have caught at the Olympic opening and closing ceremonies. …read more
The 2024 edition of the Cannes Film Festival starts on May 14 through the 25th. We’ve compiled highlights of this year’s event + 10 past Cannes film premieres, to watch now from the comfort of your home, thanks to our friends at France Channel who are offering another 30 day free trial to HIP readers. …read more
Photographer and New York Times bestselling author Jamie Beck joins us to talk about her new book, life in France and her inspirations. …read more
In the book “Art Hiding in Paris: An Illustrated Guide to the Secret Masterpieces of the City of Light”, author Lori Zimmer and illustrator Maria Krasinski explore Paris and its art history, telling its story through charming illustrations and captivating texts. …read more
Just an hour and a half from the French capital, Brussels is wonderfully eclectic. You’ll want to stay longer, but if you’ve only got 48 hours, here’s where to head: …read more
You can visit the Louvre and the Orsay again and again — but why not delve a little deeper? Here are our favorite lesser-known Paris museums! …read more
At 24, Tory Hoen moved to Paris with the dream of writing a book. Over a decade later, she is releasing her debut novel, The Arc. …read more
Explore Paris’s arty and foodie La Villette Neighbourhood, a wining and dining mecca scattered with colorful street art and museums. …read more
Paris is almost back in full swing and Parisians are once again indulging in their favorite past times. Check out these wonderful little spots to get you living like a local this summer. …read more
