Bars: Taverne de Cluny, Paris, France

This is a great, cozy bar near the Sorbonne often bustling with students and young professionals. It makes for a perfect midweek meet up with friends or a quiet, low-key spot for a first date. Around 9pm a live band takes the stage playing jazz or rock, adding to the mellow ambiance. Grab a seat at the bar for easy access to the beer taps or grab a table. There is also cafe seating outside, and Cluny serves up food as well as drinks. The selection of beers on tap is a huge draw, which includes Guinness, Maredsous, Duvel, Leffe, Carslburg, Hoegarden, and much more. Taverne de Cluny has everything you want in a neighborhood bar, an easy, inviting atmosphere, great beer, and excellent live music (51, rue Harpe 75005, +33 1 43 54 28 88).