Tucked away on the elegant rue de Varenne in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, Le Musée Rodin (Rodin Museum) is one of those rare places where art, architecture, and nature blend so seamlessly that visiting feels less like touring a museum and more like stepping into an artist’s inner world. Dedicated primarily to the works of Auguste Rodin, France’s most celebrated sculptor, the museum offers a serene, immersive experience that stands apart from the city’s larger, more crowded cultural institutions. The museum is housed in the Hôtel Biron, an exquisite 18th‑century rococo mansion where Rodin lived and worked during the final years of his life. In 1916, Rodin donated his entire collection—sculptures, drawings, photographs, and even works by friends like Van Gogh and Monet—to the French state, on the condition that the mansion… Continue reading Rodin Museum
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The Musée d’Orsay in Paris
Nestled on the left bank of the Seine, in the heart of Paris, the Musée d'Orsay is more than just a museum, it’s a journey through time, art, and architectural wonder. Housed in a former Beaux-Arts railway station once known as the Gare d'Orsay, this building is a masterpiece in itself, seamlessly blending history with creativity. We… Continue reading The Musée d’Orsay in Paris
Notre Dame 2019 and Now
Another recent visit to Paris gave us time to visit the Notre Dame Cathedral reconstructed after the devastating fire in April 2019. The beautiful cathedral recently reopened to the public. You can request a reservation to visit here: https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/en/visit/reservation/ We tried to do so, but end up just walking up and waiting in line, which… Continue reading Notre Dame 2019 and Now
Normandy France – A Brief Look Back
D-Day Remembered June 6, 1944 marked the invasion of Allied troops to Normandy and this year marks the 80th year of what is still the largest air, land, and sea invasion in history against the Hitler's forces. History will be lost without remembering the past. A drive through this region of France offers the opportunity… Continue reading Normandy France – A Brief Look Back
Paris In The Fall
Another visit to Paris had us staying in the 8th Arrondisement with exploring the city, mostly by foot. Below are some of our photos during this visit to one of our favorite cities. The Ever Beautiful Eiffel Tower A Quiet Street in the 5th Arrondisement A Look Down the Seine Paris-La-Notre-Dame- 2023 Paris-La-Notre-Dame- 2018 During… Continue reading Paris In The Fall
Château Margaux
Château Margaux is a wine estate located on the Left Bank of Bordeaux. The estate is one of the five first-growth estates in France's prized Medoc region. We had the pleasure of exploring the estate during a stop. Unfortunately, tastings are only offered for professionals and by appointment only. Still, it was worth a walk… Continue reading Château Margaux
Christmas Markets
Christmas Markets in Paris Christmas markets began in Germany and spread across Europe, these markets are open from Mid-November through early January in Paris. You can find them at several locations throughout Paris including Les Halles, Notre-Dame to Les Tuileries, as well as the impressive Christmas Village at La Défense. Don't forget to visit the Jardin… Continue reading Christmas Markets
Paris in November
After visiting beautiful Paris at least 9 times, we have never taken one of the Seine River Cruise. So, we decided to do so as a last minute activity. Found this one hour river cruise on Viator. The activity is worth your time. Here are some of the photos from the river cruise. Enjoy! Gorgeous… Continue reading Paris in November
Exploring Vienne
Our adventures in France had a stop in the small town of Vienne, France. Vienne is just about 20 minutes by train from the city center of Lyon. It is definitely worth visiting. The town sits along the Rhône river. Vienne is known for its importance during Roman times because of its location for river… Continue reading Exploring Vienne
A Visit to Lyon, France
Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon) Our viking river cruises ended in Lyon, France. One of my favorite parts of this city was the Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), which is located at the foot of Fourvière Hill. This part of the city has colorful cascades, pedestrian streets, and the Les Traboules. The les Traboules are secret passageways… Continue reading A Visit to Lyon, France
