- A lively, graphic, full-color guidebook to Paris, from Versailles and Chartres to Giverny and more. - Color photography and archival and other illustrations throughout; zingy captions. - Intelligent, opinionated writing by Paris resident and arts maven, Fiona Dunlop. - Solid travel reportage on every region punctuated by lively sidebars on Parisian history, as well as reports on Paris markets, art galleries, Paris in film, and more. - What to see and do, plus walking tours exploring the Rive Gauche, the city's islands, and Montmartre. - Special rating system identifying not-to-be-missed sights. - To-the-point reviews of dining and lodging. - Key planning information. - Over 20 detailed maps and plans. - Comprehensive destination/topic index.