American thinkers in Paris

“Visit the emblematic sites of the American presence in Paris, from the signing of the 1783 peace treaty to Ernest Hemingway.”

“Discover Ernest Hemingway’s favorite restaurant, where he met his writer friends in Paris. Les Deux Magots is a restaurant dating back to the 19th century.”

“Gertrude Stein, Henry Miller, James Baldwin, and others all frequented this literary café, which welcomed them for a long time.”

“Discover 19th-century Parisian art that shaped American artists.”

“Le Procope is one of the oldest restaurants in Paris, founded in the 17th century. Located in the heart of the Latin Quarter, it has long been a meeting place for writers, philosophers, and political thinkers. Over the centuries, it welcomed famous figures such as Voltaire and Diderot, and became a symbol of Parisian intellectual life. Today, it remains a historic landmark where visitors can experience the atmosphere of old literary Paris.”

“Odeon is a historic district in Paris, located in the Latin Quarter. It is known for its lively atmosphere, theaters, cafes, and its proximity to major literary and cultural landmarks.”

“Shakespeare and Company is a legendary English-language bookstore located on the Left Bank of Paris, opposite Notre-Dame Cathedral. Founded in its current form in 1951, it has long been a gathering place for writers, readers, and artists. The bookstore continues the spirit of the original shop that once hosted famous writers such as Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce, and F. Scott Fitzgerald, becoming a symbol of Paris’s literary culture.”

“The Luxembourg Garden is a historic public park located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Created in the early 17th century for Queen Marie de’ Medici, it combines French and English garden styles, with tree-lined paths, fountains, statues, and flowerbeds. Today, it is a popular place for walking, relaxing, and enjoying Parisian life, close to the Luxembourg Palace, which houses the French Senate.”