The neighborhood was charming and convenient. A wonderful farmer's market down the street and fabulous pasticceria added to the ambiance. The lovely little piazza de la consolation had nice cafes and restaurants and a wonderful little grocery stores with fresh salads and sandwiches to take away. It's a short walk to the river which orients you to where you want to go on either bank.There is a huge field, the Campo something where a huge 3-day political festival was taking place, which was interesting but a little noisy, with rock banks at night on the 3-day weekend, even though it was several blocks away.