Paris is a city that is typically known for its beautiful attractions such as the Eiffel Tower in addition to its fresh selection of gourmet food. However, a little known secret is that Paris is a great place to go for a treasure hunt, or to simply browse through flea markets. This slideshare presentation features some of Paris's best flea markets along with some tips on how to ensure you get the best deals.

1. Going On A Treasure Hunt in Paris

2. Paris: Land of the….Flea Markets?
 One of the best times to book a Paris
vacation is spring or summer
 Take advantage of the good weather
and take a stroll through some of the
diverse flea markets found throughout
the city
 The best time to go is during the
weekend and in the morning before it
starts to get crowded
 Try your luck at bargaining. Sometimes
the seller will come down by as much
as 10-30% on the price
 The next few slides will feature some
of the best flea markets in Paris

3. Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen
 Also known as Clignancourt, this is
one of the most famous flea markets
and dates back to 1885
 It covers around seven hectares and
is said to be the largest market in the
world
 There are over 3,000 traders with up
to 180,000 visitors each weekend
 It is set up like a small village with
2,500-3,000 open stalls
 Mondays are the best for bargain
seekers as attendance is smaller

4. Les Puces de Montreuil
 This authentic flea market is
lesser known but still charming
and worth visiting
 It is not a huge tourist attraction,
so there will be less crowds
 You can find everything here
from vintage clothes to antique
glassware
 The best deals will be found at
the end of the stands in a small
square

5. Marche aux Puces de la
Porte de Vanves
 The most appealing feature of
this flea market is its smaller
size
 It sprawls out over only two
avenues
 You won’t find valuable
antiques or furniture here, but
you’re bound to discover other
nifty treasures
 Browse through the crates and
you’ll find vinyl, vintage toys,
perfume bottles, and more
 It is recommended to show up
early to increase your changes
of finding something good

6. A Paris Treasure Hunt is the Perfect
Vacation Activity
 Next time you book Paris
holiday rentals for your
vacation be sure to make plans
to visit one of these flea
markets!
 There are many goods and
hidden treasures that you are
bound to find at one of these
flea markets
 An antique treasure from Paris
will be one of the most unique
souvenirs you bring home with
you, and often times highly
affordable!