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Musée de l’Orangerie (Jardin des Tuileries) - Looking for a calm moment? Head to the ground floor to find Monet’s famous Water Lilies, known in French as the Nymphéas, displayed in two custom-built oval rooms. Originally offered to the French state by Monet after the First World War as a symbol of peace, these astonishing artworks need to be seen in person.

Juveniles (47, rue de Richelieu) -  A friendly, family-run bistro serving up fresh market cooking that will make you want to be a regular. Don’t forget to buy a bottle on the way out to enjoy at home.

Galerie Vivienne (5, rue de la Banque) - Located behind the Bibliothèque Richelieu, this covered arcade was built in 1832. As you wander to a tea room or old bookshop, look down at the floor mosaics and up at the beautiful glass roof.

Pizzeria Popolare (111, rue Réaumur Pizza Popolare) – This restaurant is an experience as much as a meal; don’t be surprised to see lines snaking around the block an hour before it opens. This outpost of the Big Mamma group is nevertheless an ideal place to grab a reasonably priced lunch.

Marché des Enfants (Rouges 26, rue Charlot) - Make time to stop by the oldest food market in Paris. Created in 1615, this friendly spot is ideal for picking up some fresh produce or grabbing a quick lunch on the go. Our tip, head straight for Chez Alain Miam Miam, for an epic sandwich made fresh to order.

Musée National Picasso (5, rue de Thorigny) - The only public collection in the world that takes you on a journey through Picasso’s creative process, from sketchbooks and studies to masterpieces and movies.

Place des Vosges - One of the oldest squares in Paris, the Place des Vosges, is lined with beautiful buildings and arcades housing cafes, restaurants and galleries. In the summer, it fills with sunseekers picnicking on the green lawn that covers the center of the place.

Le Trumilou (84, quai de l’Hôtel de Ville) - If you are on the hunt for an authentic French dining experience, this is your spot. Grab a table on the terrace and enjoy a classic Parisian bistro where the tables are well worn, and the steak fries are served with flair.

Jardin des Plantes (57, rue Cuvier) - Hosting France’s premier botanical gardens, this sweeping park is also the home of the Muséum national d’ histoire naturelle (the National Museum of Natural History). With archives, greenhouses, gardens, a zoo and regular special exhibitions, the Jardin des Plantes is a place to keep coming back to.

The Abbey Bookshop (29, rue de la Parcheminerie) - You’ve probably heard of Shakespeare and Company, but the 5th arrondissement is a hotspot for independent, English-language bookshops. Head to The Abbey Bookshop and get lost in the floor-to-ceiling stacks of new and secondhand books or stop for a cup of tea outside the front door.

L’Avant Comptoir de la Terre and L’Avant Comptoir de la Mer (3, carrefour de l’Odéon) - These twinned restaurants are love letters to pork and seafood respectively. Run by a michelin starred chef, they offer gourmet small plates and an incredible selection of wine.

Jardin du Luxembourg – This sweeping green space is home to the Luxembourg Palace, as well as many fountains, statues, flowerbeds, promenades, and crepe stands. An excellent place for a picnic, a run through the garden’s many paths, or just to relax.

Quai d’Orsay Learning Commons (69, quai d’Orsay) - This newly minted student hub is AUP’s flagship building on the Seine. Discover ten floors of study space and student services with spectacular views over Paris. Seek advice on your career or academic trajectories and explore the library collection in this beautiful new space. A navigation desk is available between the Quai and Combes buildings to help you find what you’re looking for.

Musée Rodin (77, rue de Varenne) - Located in the mansion where Rodin lived, the Musée Rodin features many of the artist’s masterpieces – but the show-stealing activity is undoubtedly a stroll in the beautiful rose garden where you will find The Thinker in deep contemplation.

Grand Palais (3, avenue du Général Eisenhower) - Hop across the Seine from campus, and you’ll find the towering glass curves of the Grand Palais and its smaller companion the Petit Palais. Dating from the early 1900s, these museums have a brilliant program of exhibitions. One of our annual highlights is the Paris Photo that runs at the Grand Palais from November 7–10. This is the largest international art fair dedicated to photography and has over 200 exhibitors. Prepare to spend a long afternoon here if you hope to see even a fraction of what’s on offer!

Parc Monceau (35, boulevard de Courcelles) The perfect place to escape the city for a moment by walking among the 18thcentury follies, waterways and elegant bridges.

Passage Jouffroy - The 9th arrondissement is also home to the city’s traditional covered passages, where glass roofs protected Victorian shoppers from the elements. Perhaps the most charming is Passage Jouffroy, dating back to the 19th century, where you will find a mixture of independent shops and cafes.

Galeries Lafayette (40, boulevard Hausmann) - While many people head to the Grands Magasins for their luxury fashion needs, the rooftops of these upscale department stores are also the perfect place to take in a panoramic view of the city. Both Galeries Lafayette and Printemps offer dining and drinks on a rooftop terrace with a view.

Canal Saint-Martin - The famed Canal Saint Martin is a 4.5km waterway that was once an artery for commercial traffic. Although it straddles multiple neighborhoods, the stretch you’ll find in the 10th is the perfect choice for whiling away an afternoon on the waterside or finding your new favorite bar to meet friends after class. Our insider tip would be to visit Pink Flamingo Pizza, where you can order to go and sit canal-side awaiting your delivery with a pink balloon to mark the spot. Pink Flaming

Le Comptoir Général (80, quai de Jemmapes) - An eclectic, offbeat venue celebrating Franco-African culture with drinks, food and music. Come for a fun evening, then return for an affordable brunch and a spot of thrift shopping.

Atelier des Lumières (38, rue Saint-Maur) - The first digital art center to feature 120 video-projectors for immersive exhibitions. Van Gogh - The Starry Night runs until December 31, 2019, offering you the chance to retrace the life and works of the painter innovatively.

Rue de Charonne - Running from Bastille to Père Lachaise, stroll down this street for quirky, independent boutiques and up-and-coming names on the French fashion scene.

Promenade Plantée (1, coulée verte René Dumont) - Created in 1988, the Promenade Plantée or La Coulée Verte is Paris’s High Line with 4.5km of green walking and cycling routes built along a former railway line. The journey starts near the Opéra Bastille at the crossroads of rue de Lyon and avenue Daumesnil. Follow it to the end, and you’ll arrive at the entrance to the Bois de Vincennes, but there are plenty of access points along the path so you can walk for as long (or as little) as you’d like.

Bois de Vincennes (1, avenue de Paris) - One of the city’s green lungs, the Bois de Vincennes is excellent for relaxing, exploring or playing (18-hole mini-golf and ping pong tables are available). The Chateau de Vincennes is the park’s most notable monument and the only fortified castle near Paris. Open daily, this former hunting lodge is free for all EU citizens under 26.

Quartier Asiatique or Triangle de Choisy (Avenue de Choisy) - The most important commercial and cultural center for the Asian community in Paris, this neighborhood annually hosts the city’s main Chinese New Year celebrations with a parade that is truly not to be missed. All year round, enjoy a plethora of top-quality restaurants representing Chinese, Vietnamese, Laotian, Cambodian, Malaysian, Japanese, Korean and Indian cuisines. We suggest trying out Le Sarawan – a must if you love spicy foods; if not, don’t be deterred – the friendly staff are happy to recommend dishes to suit your taste. Le Sarawan | 111-113, avenue d’Ivry.

Piscine de la Butte aux Cailles (5, place Paul Verlaine) With a high-vaulted roof supported by concrete arches, this art-nouveau pool is a picturesque place to take a dip. The facility has no less than three pools (33-meter, 25-meter and 12-meter) so you can push yourself or just enjoy the view.

The Catacombs of Paris (1, avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy) - Go beneath the street to the underground ossuaries, which hold the remains of more than six million people. It’s a good idea to reserve a quick-access ticket ahead of time to avoid the long lines.

Marché aux Puces de Vanves (14, avenue Georges Lafenestre) - This vast outdoor market offers a variety of antiques, furniture, bric-a-brac, jewelry and vintage clothing every Saturday and Sunday from 07:00 to 13:00. Get there early if you’re looking for something particular – the stalls can get pretty busy!

La Javelle (Port de Javel Bas) - A local secret, this outdoor deck terrace by the river boasts live music, food trucks and a casual atmosphere – and it’s often tourist-free! There are some great evenings planned, so be sure to check the website or Facebook page for upcoming events.

Songsan (20, rue Marmontel) - An authentic Korean restaurant offering delicious dishes at reasonable prices. Some would say the best in Paris – but we’ll let you decide for yourself!

Maison de Balzac (47, rue Raynouard) - In the heart of the old Passy village, the Maison de Balzac is an unassuming spot offering exhibitions about the writer and his family, including a display of original editions, manuscripts and illustrations. The tiled library is worth the trip alone, and entrance is free.

Brasserie Auteuil 78, (rue d’Auteuil) - For a more upscale choice, reserve a table overlooking the trees at the Brasserie Auteuil. Situated on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne, this restaurant is housed in the old Auteuil train station and offers delicious Italian fare.

Batignolles - This village-like district is known for exciting shops and bistros and proves unfailingly popular with the artistic crowd. Leafy and quiet, the neighborhood stands apart from nearby Montmartre and Pigalle and is a burgeoning spot for laidback nightlife and inventive cuisine.

Pastelaria Belem (47, rue Boursault) -  Popular with the Portuguese community in Paris, this charming spot has a handful of marble tables and stunning azulejo tiles on the walls. Grab a chair and order a pasteis de nata (a vanilla custard tart) and a coffee to feel, almost, transported to Lisbon.

Cassiopée Café (21, rue Custine) - A specialty coffee spot with a library of books, vegetarian and vegan treats, walls that function as a gallery space for local talent, and just the best barista in the universe.

Bululu Arepera (20, rue de la Fontaine du But) -  A Venezuelan spot with reasonably priced arepas (sandwiches on corn flour bread) and imaginative, fresh cocktails. It is essentially a take-out counter with four tables, so while you may have to wait, the turnover is fast.

Parc des Buttes Chaumont (Avenue Darcel) - One of our favorite green spaces in town, this park is built over a former quarry and features sloping hills overlooking the city where there is always space for a picnic. Within the park, you can also find several great venues for a drink or a meal; our top choice would be Pavillon Puebla, a restaurant in a charming house with an enormous, shaded terrace.

Parc de la Villette (211, avenue Jean Jaurès) - One of the largest concentrations of cultural venues in Paris. You can head here for all kinds of events, concerts, food festivals and open-air film screenings; to stop by the park’s many bars and cinemas; or to visit the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, the largest science museum in Europe.

Cimetière du Père Lachaise (8, boulevard de Ménilmontant) - The most peaceful spot in Paris. Stroll under the trees in this beautiful cemetery that is the resting place of famous names like Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison. Maps are available to help you find your way to the most renowned residents.

La Bellevilloise (19–21, rue Boyer) - Once a worker’s cooperative, this venue is now a bar, restaurant, club and exhibition space that hosts regular film and music festivals. If you stop by for Sunday brunch, you’ll be treated to live jazz music – a particularly beloved tradition.