Paris is a polycentric city with 2 hearts.
The biggest is Saint-Germain-des-Prés (mixed).
Top picks: Saint-Germain-des-Prés for nightlife, sights, and food, Le Marais for shopping.
First time here? Staying around Saint-Germain-des-Prés makes sense.
For better prices, look at walkable-ring areas such as Grandes-Carrières (17 min).
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