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La Perle - Sipping cafe au lait in this simple cafe in the afternoon sunlight, it is hard to imagine the transformation of La Perle into one of the most hopping bars in the Marais at twilight. Patrons swamp La Perle and spill into the streets for the cheap drinks and the anything goes atmosphere. A true mixing pot of Parisian locals - hipsters, artists, academics, and blue collar workers - make La Perle feel like a neighborhood bar. 78 rue Vielle du Temple, 3e.
Au Petit Fer a Cheval - In the heart of the Marais, this bar's name means "little horseshoe" for the ancient horseshoe shaped zinc and marble bar that dominates the small interior. If you can look past the crowds, you'll notice many charming antique details such as the patterned mosaics on the floor, old clocks, and the liquor bottles hanging upside down on ancient metal racks. If you can snag a seat outside, you'll have a prime view for Marais is people-watching. 30 rue Vielle du Temple, 4e.
La Belle Hortense - If you love good wine and great literature, this is the bar for you. La Belle Hortense is a combination French wine bar and bookstore. Select a French wine you've never tasted before, grab a book and retreat to the leather seats in the quiet back room for a contemplative experience. 31 rue Vielle du Temple, 4e.
Les Etages - Les Etages is a three story 18th century Parisian hotel where each apartment has its own decor and ambiance. A little on the grungy side, but the strong mojitos, delicious champagne cocktails and young, vibrant crowd make it worth a visit. Don't forget to climb the spiral staircase and explore the rooms upstairs. 35, rue Vielle du Temple, 4e.
Bar at the Murano Urban Resort - The Murano Urban Resort is one of Paris's most unique hotels and a favorite of rock bands when touring in Paris. The hotel's vodka bar is a fashionable place to enjoy a sophisticated cocktail. Channel your inner rockstar, dress your best, and strut into the all white, futuristic, Austin-Poweresque hotel lobby and ask for a seat in the bar area. For such a hip place, the bar is candlelight and classy with a surprisingly helpful and friendly wait staff. Enjoy the techno soundtrack, mingle with the beautiful people and sip on a vodka cocktail in one of the most cutting-edge designed spaces in Paris. 3 boulevard du Temple, 3e
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