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Let’s face it, the French know how to throw a party with class. While modern carnivals often conjure images of bright neon lights, greasy friend dough and tacky water gun stands, in France they are decidedly more refined. After all, the ornate French carousels are the envy of amusement festivals the world over. For years, the French have morphed amusement and art and the Tuileries Festival is a great example of just that. As always, New York Habitat has dozens of apartments in central Paris, steps from the annual garden festival.

Paris Accommodation 4-bedroom rental in Luxembourg (PA-2995)

Running until August 24th, the Tuileries Festival takes place on the banks of the Seine. The central location is ideal for both first-time and seasoned Paris tourists. Visitors can spend hours gawking at centuries-old artwork in the halls of the Louvre only to emerge among the festive atmosphere of a neighborhood carnival. All of the carnival staples will be there; the barbe-a-papa (cotton candy), bumper cars and costumed revelers that are not so foreign to vacationing Americans. The view from the top of the Ferris wheel is arguably the most romantic, and temporary, views in the city. The Tuileries festival is filled with real Parisians, the city residents often lost among the tour groups and gift shops of Paris’ central districts.

Listed below are a few Paris flats recommended by New York Habitat’s Paris team:

-This bright 1 bedroom rental apartment in Quartier Latin, St Michel – St Germain – Notre Dame (PA-1305) features beautiful hardwood floors and rooftop views of la capital.

-This bold 2-bedroom accommodation in Luxembourg, St Michel – St Germain – Notre Dame (PA-3793) is steps from the Luxembourg gardens and the river Seine.

-And this massive, loft-style 4-bedroom rental in Luxembourg, St Michel – St Germain – Notre Dame (PA-2995) is a vacationing families dream apartment.

Let us know of your favorite apartment locations in Paris or your favorite attractions at the Tuileries Festival in the comments section below.

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