What to do in Paris?
The capital of love and culture, Paris isn't just visited — it's lived. World-class museums, Michelin-starred food, strolls along the Seine and sun-soaked terraces: here are the best experiences to book for a successful city trip to Paris.
Paris highlights
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Eiffel Tower
A flagship experience in Paris, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Louvre Museum
A flagship experience in Paris, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Seine river cruise
A flagship experience in Paris, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Plan your visit to Paris
Our practical tips for a great stay: when to go, how to get around, where to stay.
When to visit Paris?
Spring (April–June) and autumn offer the most beautiful light and pleasant terraces. Summer is lively but busy; January–February, quieter and rainier, is perfect for museums and avoiding queues.
Getting around Paris
The metro is the fastest way and reaches absolutely everything — a book of tickets or a weekly Navigo pass is enough. But the real joy of Paris is walking: from one neighbourhood to the next, the city reveals itself around every corner.
Where to stay in Paris
For a first visit, aim for the Marais (3rd–4th), Saint-Germain (6th) or around the Opéra (9th): central and well connected. Avoid staying too far out to save money — you'd pay it back in travel time.
Activities & tickets to book in Paris
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Paris by theme
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Guided tours
To grasp the soul of Paris, nothing beats a guided tour. Follow a local guide through the great monuments and hidden lanes, and discover the stories that paper guides leave out.
Book →Museums & skip-the-line tickets
Paris is packed with must-see museums and monuments. Book your skip-the-line tickets in Paris and enjoy the finest collections without losing an hour in the queue.
Book →Cruises & boat trips
Seeing Paris from the water means rediscovering it. Hop aboard a cruise or boat ride and admire the finest views of Paris on the water, by day or at sunset.
Book →Food tours & gastronomy
Food is part of the journey. Treat yourself to a food tour in Paris: local markets, regional specialties and tastings to savour Paris like a true local.
Book →Outdoors & activities
Feel like moving? Paris lends itself to bike rides, hikes and outdoor activities to explore the city and its surroundings from a different angle.
Book →Day trips
The most beautiful treasures sometimes hide at the gates of Paris. Book a day trip to discover the villages, castles and landscapes nearby.
Book →Plan Paris day by day
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