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Racing reaches its pinnacle at Longchamp where the focus is the richest prize in Europe, the Prix de L'Arc de Triomphe. But Arc day is much more than a day at the races. The Paris fashionistas compete as fiercely as the horses. So what would you expect to pay to rub shoulders with racing's elite in the world's style capital? How about £5 and that includes your racecard!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16453 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16434
This place hasn't changed since it was created in 1947 and has performed the same play La Cantatrice Chauve by Ionesco for 50 years. It is a real experience that is worth enjoying but get your tickets a bit before the performance as it really is a tiny place.

I went to see the play twice after I was told about it. It's like being thrown in the Paris d'apres guerre. Amazing experience! The theatre is at "23 rue de la Huchette" in the Latin quarter. You can even enjoy some pancakes from Brittany in a restaurant nearby afterwards.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16434 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16433
Worth it for the change in atmosphere (and lack of braying Brits on Henman Hill).]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16433 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16378
After they get thirsty head to Angelina's (Angélina 226, rue de Rivoli) for chocolat chaud. Do this before the crowds arrive here and at the Louvre.

Another tip for children is to head to Sacre Coeur for the farmers' market on top of the hill on weekends, jugglers on the church steps and the carousel at the bottom.

Need a new children's shirt to replace the one covered in hot chocolate? There are some good bargain department stores on your way back to the Metro station.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16378 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16294 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16294 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16263 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16263 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16261
You will be ushered into a room and sat on a milking stool, given cherry liquer and treated to a few hours of French chanteuse cabaret. Everyone but you will know the words, you will blush but clap along and pretend to be singing along too. On the way out you will be offered CDs by local Parisien singers of dubious origin. It's an amazing, and amazingly french, experience not to be missed!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16261 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16245
The events are a true feast for the senses and lie only a 20 minute RER journey off the typical tourist route. An unforgettable experience.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16245 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15564
Friday and Saturday evening feature classical ballroom dancing and cabaret on a postage stamp size stage.

Reservations are essential.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15564 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4913 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4913 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2698
Wel worth a visit.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2698