I’ve Lived in France for 10+ Years—Here Are 11 Hidden Gems in Paris You Won't Find in Guidebooks

"The first hint of spring sun and I’m down on this péniche on the Seine overlooking Île Saint-Louis, a weekends-only (May to October) apéro ritual where I order freshly shucked oysters and prawns from the waterfront stand before settling at the picnic tables that spill along the terrace on the quay." - Lane Nieset Lane Nieset Lane Nieset is a travel writer from Miami who has lived in France for the past decade. From Paris, she covers a mix of lifestyle, wine, food, and design for publications including Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, Vogue, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines