Hotels-Paris.co.uk - Open Weekend at the Garde Républicaine

Anyone who has walked past the President's residence at the Palais de l'Elysée in Paris will have noted the guards standing stock still outside the gates, rifle in hand. They may also have witnessed the changing of the guard ritual, involving much saluting and marching.

These guards are responsible for looking after many of the most important Paris buildings, including the Senate and the home of the Prime Minister.

If you thought those guards would probably be a bit scary to meet in real life, then the Open Weekend at the Garde Républicaine should go some way towards changing your mind.

On September 24th and 25th, the public will be given access to their quarters on Boulevard Henri IV, and will be able to see their brass bands, horses and everyday life in a totally different light.

This really is an excellent family day out, with fun challenges and games allowing children to keep active and solve puzzles to become an honorary 'junior guard'.

You can find out more about the guards here www.gendarmerie.interieur.gouv.fr

Hotels-paris.co.uk has plenty of cheap hotels that will allow you easy access to this thoroughly interesting day out. There is plenty of choice right throughout the city, and we would recommend Helvetia as a good place to start your search.

Editors Notes

www.hotels-paris.co.uk is the latest website from the team behind successful London specialist hotel provider, Hotels-London.co.uk. Hotels-London has been online since the very beginning of the online boom over 11 years ago and is still going strong today. Hotels-Paris will expand the brand further by providing over 500 hand selected hotels and apartments in and around Paris to suit every budget, from 2 star bed and breakfasts to 5 star boutique hotels.

Hotels-Paris customers will be able to take advantage of discounts up to 70% off the published room rate by booking online 24 hours a day, or calling the dedicated team of London experts who are always happy to help make bookings and offer advice about where to stay and what to do in the city.

As well as accommodation, Hotels-Paris will also help people make the most of their stay by offering comprehensive, interactive guides to Paris, with area information, attractions, events and airport transfers, theatre tickets and sightseeing tours – you can plan and book your entire holiday from one site.

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