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Discover Paris

Louvre, Paris
Louvre
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Arc de Triomphe

City guide

About Paris

Paris straddles the banks of the Seine river in northern France. The 'City of Light' is an enduring global capital of art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture, celebrated for its sweeping Haussmannian stone boulevards and world-famous monuments.

From the soaring heights of the Eiffel Tower and the Gothic majesty of Notre-Dame to the village-like cobblestones of Montmartre and sidewalk cafes of Le Marais, Paris unites royal architectural scale with an intimate, unhurried bistro lifestyle.

Best time to go
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September and October) offer the most pleasant conditions, with daily highs between 18 and 23°C, flowering gardens, and mild sunshine. July and August can be warm, with many local boutiques closing for annual holidays in August. Winter is crisp but romantic with festive illuminations.
From the airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is located 25 kilometres northeast of the city. The RER B commuter rail line runs every 10 to 15 minutes, connecting directly to Gare du Nord, Chatelet-Les Halles, and Saint-Michel in roughly 35 minutes. The RoissyBus connects to Opera. Official taxis have flat rates of 56 euros to Right Bank destinations and 65 euros to the Left Bank.
Getting around
The Paris Metro is one of the densest and fastest transit systems on earth, with sixteen lines ensuring you are rarely more than a five-minute walk from a station. The historic riverbanks are best traversed on foot. Purchase a digital Navigo Easy card or mobile tickets via the official transit app.

What to see in Paris

  • Eiffel Tower (Tour Eiffel)The iconic 1889 wrought-iron lattice monument engineered by Gustave Eiffel. Ascend by elevator to the summit for breathtaking panoramas across the capital; advance booking is essential.
  • Louvre Museum (Musee du Louvre)The world's largest art museum, housed in a historic royal palace centered around I.M. Pei's glass pyramid, home to the Mona Lisa and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.
  • Notre-Dame and Ile de la CiteThe restored Gothic cathedral on the historic island birthplace of Paris, flanked by the riverbanks, stone bridges, and the stained-glass jewel box of Sainte-Chapelle.
  • Montmartre and Sacre-CÅ“urThe bohemian hilltop village of steep stairways, historic windmills, and easel painters on Place du Tertre, crowned by the Romano-Byzantine white basilica.

Neighbourhoods

  • Le MaraisThe fashionable historic quarter of 17th-century aristocratic mansions, contemporary art galleries, indie boutiques, and cafe terraces around the elegant Place des Vosges.
  • Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin QuarterThe literary Left Bank renowned for historic bookstalls along the Seine, Sorbonne university courtyards, the Luxembourg Gardens, and legendary cafes like Cafe de Flore.
  • Canal Saint-MartinA relaxed, youthful neighborhood lined with iron footbridges, working locks, natural wine bars, and waterside picnickers.

Food and drink

Pick up a warm, crusty baguette and buttered croissants from a neighborhood boulangerie. Dine at a classic zinc-bar bistrot on duck confit, steak frites, boeuf bourguignon, or French onion soup baked under a crust of Gruyere cheese. Savor artisan farmhouse cheeses paired with regional wine, and sample delicate fruit macarons.

Questions about Paris

Do you need to book Louvre Museum tickets in advance?

Yes, timed-entry reservation is mandatory for the Louvre. Walk-up tickets are rarely available during busy travel periods; reserve your slot online well in advance.

Is Paris easy to navigate on foot?

Very easy. The city is remarkably compact, and walking along the Seine and through historic residential quarters is the most rewarding way to experience the city.

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  • Eiffel Tower door Benh LIEU SONG, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Louvre door Benh LIEU SONG (Flickr), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Arc de Triomphe door ZeusUpsistos, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons