King of the hill

Sacre Coeur Basilica's majestic dome cradled by bushes and trees.

Cool spot

Shaded and quiet, Marcel's terrace is a warm-weather favorite to meet up with friends and linger.

Marcel

1 Villa Léandre 75018

Truly Paris

Mornings at Le Vrai Paris ("the true Paris") feel like you truly are in Paris.

Le Vrai Paris

33 rue des Abbesses 75018

Homage to Steinlen

Sculpture of Swiss-born artist Théophile Steinlen and his wife atop a fountain in a small square.
Steinlen's well-known poster Le Chat Noir is often misattributed to Toulouse Lautrec.

On a curve

Mild August evenings see side streets lined with tables chairs and locals.

Le Jardin d'en Face

29 rue des Trois Frères 75018

Love glory botox

Street artist Miss.Tic leaves her mark yet again, this time on a wall next to a Montmartre gallery.

Breakfast on the butte

Large ceramic bowls of café au lait, hearty breakfasts and artisanal breads give this bakery the feel of a French country inn.

Coquelicot
24 rue des Abbesses 75018