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Paris is the city of love<\/a>, indulgence, rich history and luxury. It is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world, known especially for its romantic air. Teaming up with travel bloggers, we’ve put together this\u00a0Paris Tourism Guide with tips on navigating the city. Within this guide you will be guided through the design of the city, looking not just at the top things to do in Paris but finding local favourites like restaurants or attractions that give you an authentic low-key Parisien feel.<\/p>\n

Our guide will get you started, then let charming Paris lead you down new streets and your own discoveries in the City of Love.<\/p>\n

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Time Difference:<\/strong> Paris is 4.5hrs behind India Standard Time<\/p>\n

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Paris Tourism Guide\"Eiffel<\/h2>\n

Places to Visit in Paris<\/a><\/h2>\n

Nightlife in Paris<\/a><\/h2>\n

Food in Paris<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Hotels in Paris<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Best Time to Visit Paris<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Paris Tourism Guide: Places to Visit in Paris<\/h2>\n

In the 1700s Paris was divided into 20 arrondissements (areas), and in each area there are so many things to do that are guaranteed to satisfy the hungry traveller. In the mid-1800s, Napoleon commissioned Baron Haussmann to completely renovate Paris, and bring air and light to its dark, dingy streets. Now, Paris is a maze of tree-lined avenues and side-streets filled with personality.<\/p>\n

There are many things to do in each arrondissement and some sights are intertwined with others. Our guide will take you on a virtual tour of your trip around Paris, listing all of the attractions you should make sure to put on your to do<\/em> list whilst in Paris. Select an arrondissement (area) below or scroll down to get the full overview.<\/p>\n

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Other Places to Visit<\/a>\u00a0| Places Outside of Paris<\/a>\u00a0| Paris Video Guide<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Places to Visit in the 7th<\/strong> Arrondissement, Paris<\/strong>\"eiffel<\/a><\/h2>\n

Eiffel Tower<\/h3>\n

Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France<\/em>
\nWhen people think of Paris they will immediately picture the Eiffel Tower<\/strong>, this iconic monument has been the centre piece of every Parisian image for over 100 years. When you visit this 300-metre tall monument you will have a chance to ride the lift (or climb the 704 stairs) to the very top and gaze over Paris.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll get beautiful views of the monumental Place de Trocad\u00e9ro, <\/strong>which is actually in the 16th<\/sup> arrondissement, but is right next to the Eiffel Tower<\/strong>. This gigantic structure appears to act as a gateway to the Eiffel Tower <\/strong>and is very reminiscent of ancient Roman buildings. The<\/strong> Champ de Mars <\/strong>(gardens next to the tower) seem to stretch on forever beneath your feet when you\u2019re looking down at all the people enjoying their picnics on the fresh green grass (assuming it is Spring\/Summer).<\/p>\n

The Eiffel Tower<\/strong> is open every day, but times and access may vary; see the table below for more information. We highly <\/em>recommend getting their as early as possible (before opening times especially in high-season) as the queues for this attraction get very long, very quickly.<\/p>\n

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Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay
\n<\/strong><\/span>1 Rue de la L\u00e9gion d’Honneur, 75007 Paris, France<\/em><\/p>\n

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If you are interested in experiencing impressionist or post-impressionist art, then you really must go to the Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay<\/strong>; it is the home of the world\u2019s largest collection of this era of art. Some of the most famous paintings at the museum include Monet\u2019s Gardens of Giverny<\/em> and Van Gogh\u2019s Self-Portrait<\/em>, Renoir\u2019s Ball at the Moulin de la Galette<\/em>.\u00a0 The museum is open from: 9.30am-6pm Tuesday-Wednesday & Friday-Sunday and 9.30am-9.45pm on Thursdays. Entry for children is free and \u20ac11 for adults. You can get a combined ticket for the Mus\u00e9e Rodin <\/strong>(see below) for \u20ac15 if you plan on visiting them both on the same day.<\/p>\n

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Mus\u00e9e Rodin
\n<\/span><\/strong>79 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France<\/em>\"musee<\/a>Source: Dalbera<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

In 1908 Auguste Rodin gave the French state his entire works of art; he was a sculptor, painter, collector and more, and his collection of artwork is significant. The condition of this gift was that they display them in the exquisite H\u00f4tel Biron<\/strong>, but the French state went further than that and they are now intermingled into the beautiful rose gardens around this building.<\/p>\n

It is open from 10am-5.45pm Thursday-Sunday and Tuesday, then until 8.45pm on Wednesday. The museum and gardens are free for children and \u20ac6\/\u20ac2 for adults. But as mentioned above, you can get a combined ticket with the Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay <\/strong>for less if you plan on visiting them both on the same day. Also, for most museums in Paris, if you buy your tickets online you can generally avoid the queues.<\/p>\n

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H\u00f4tel des Invalides
\n<\/strong><\/span>129 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France<\/em><\/p>\n

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The H\u00f4tel des Invalides<\/strong> has been the centre of some very significant historical events in Parisian history; it was built in 1670s by King Louis XIV to house hospitalised war veterans (invalides<\/em>). It was stormed for weapons by revolutionaries looking for weapons to take down the Bastille and also houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte (once the Emperor of the French). This grand building is free for children to visit and \u20ac9 for adults; it is open daily from 7.30am to 7pm, and until 9pm on Tuesdays from April to September.<\/p>\n

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Places to Visit in the <\/strong>4th\u00a0Arrondissement, Paris<\/span><\/h2>\n

Notre Dame<\/strong><\/h3>\n

6 Parvis Notre-Dame – Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France<\/em>\"Notre<\/a><\/p>\n

Situated on the \u00cele de la Cit\u00e9 <\/strong>on the cusp of the city\u2019s Latin quarter is the heart of Paris: Notre Dame. <\/strong>This iconic cathedral was the centre of the Catholic France for centuries and is a French Gothic architectural masterpiece. It is free to visit and we highly recommend you take a 360\u00b0 stroll around this cathedral to see all of its beautiful features. If you want to climb up the towers and get up close and personal with the gargoyles that perch on Notre Dame\u2019s <\/strong>exterior walls it will cost you \u20ac8.50 (free for children). The towers are open to visitors from 10am-6.30pm.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, if you want to visit the church\u2019s treasury and see a number of Christian relics it will cost \u20ac2 for adults and \u20ac1 for a child. Included in this collection of relics is the \u2018crown of roses\u2019 that is believed to have graced the head of Jesus Christ when he was crucified (this only comes out from 3pm-4pm on the first Friday of each month, 3pm to 4pm every Friday during Lent, and 10am to 5pm on Good Friday (so you will have to time your trip if you want to see this relic).<\/p>\n

Notre Dame <\/strong>is open from 7.45am-6.45pm Monday to Saturday and it is open until 7.15pm on Sunday.<\/p>\n

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\u00cele St. Louis<\/h3>\n

\u00cele St. Louis, 75004\u00a0Paris\"ile<\/a><\/p>\n

Once \u00cele St. Louis was famous writer Ernest Hemingway\u2019s favourite retreat in Paris and this peculiar island in the Seine River (next to \u00cele de la Cit\u00e9<\/strong>) is like a rustic village in the middle of a bustling city. Known for homing several of Paris\u2019 elite citizens, you can access the village and all of its quaint stalls, boutiques and caf\u00e9s from a the footbridges that attach it to the rest of the city.<\/p>\n

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Centre Georges Pompidou<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France<\/em>\"centre<\/a><\/p>\n

This attraction is well known for its loud architectural design but it also houses an incredible array of modern art as well as presentations of dance, theatre and many more cultural and creative activities. Outside the Centre Georges Pompidou<\/strong> you can rest your feet and watch the entertaining street buskers and entertainers catch passers-by unawares. It is \u20ac13 for adults for to visit this dynamic gallery (free for children) and it is open from 11am-9pm Wednesday to Monday.<\/p>\n

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L\u2019H\u00f4tel de Ville (Town Hall<\/strong>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Place de l’H\u00f4tel de Ville, 75004 Paris, France<\/em>\"hotel<\/a>Source:Rolldi<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

This grand renaissance building has been the central building of administration in Paris for centuries. Whilst its d\u00e9cor and infrastructure has changed over the centuries it has been a political building since 1357, and currently houses the Mayoral administration. It is not a building tourists can go inside, but it is well worth inspecting the exterior and from December to March there is an outdoor ice-rink set up for anyone to try.<\/p>\n

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Places to Visit in the <\/strong>1st\u00a0Arrondissement, Paris<\/h2>\n

Sainte-Chapelle<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris, France<\/em>\"paris<\/a>Source: Jean-Christophe BENOIST<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Also, on the \u00cele de la Cit\u00e9 <\/strong>very close to Notre Dame<\/strong>, is Sainte-Chapelle.<\/strong> This church is probably one of the lesser well-known sights of Paris, but should 100% be on your to see list. Built in 1248 the second floor of this church is guaranteed to take your breath away. Make sure you visit on a sunny day, as you will see the light shine through the wall-to-wall, multi-coloured, stained-glass windows.<\/p>\n

It is \u20ac8.50 for adults to visit and free for children, and is open from 9.30am to 6pm every day, except from mid-May to mid-September when it is open until 9.30pm and from 9am to 5pm November to February.<\/p>\n

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The Louvre<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Place de l’H\u00f4tel de Ville, 75004 Paris, France<\/em><\/p>\n

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The<\/strong> Louvre <\/strong>is another icon of Paris and the most famous gallery\/museum in the city.\u00a0It houses one of the largest collections of art from countless eras\u00a0and is home to some of the most famous pieces of artwork in the world, such as the Mona Lisa<\/em> by Leonardo da Vinci <\/em>and the Venus de Milo<\/em> by \"the<\/a>Alexandros of Antioch. <\/em>When you enter this grand building, through its famous glass pyramid, you will find yourself in the same vast building as over 35,000 pieces of artwork. You could easily spend hours getting lost amongst these beautiful works of art, so we recommend you pick up an audio guide to make sure you see all the best bits.<\/p>\n

Entry for adults is \u20ac12 and free for children, and the museum is open from 9am to 6pm Monday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, and it remains open later (to 9.45pm) on Wednesday & Friday.<\/p>\n

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Just outside The Louvre<\/strong> is the long lawn of picturesque, picnic friendly gardens called the Tuileries<\/strong>, if you continue walking down you will find yourself entering the 8th<\/sup> arrondissement (see below for more information).<\/p>\n

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\u201cParis is a very compact city, with most of the major sites in close proximity. It is for this reason that it has always been a favourite of the flaneur, and walking from place to place rather than taking the Metro will always bring many unexpected treats. Strolling along and across the Seine, through the historic centres on the left and right banks and out to the slightly grittier (and arguably even more fascinating) edges is an essential part of any Paris trip.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

By Adam Roberts, Founder of www.invisibleparis.net<\/a><\/p>\n

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Places to Visit in the <\/strong>8th\u00a0Arrondissement<\/h2>\n

Place de la Concorde<\/h3>\n

Place de La Concorde, 75008 Paris, France<\/em>\"place<\/a><\/p>\n

In-between the Tuileries <\/strong>and the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es <\/strong>is the Place de la Concorde. <\/strong>This is one of the major squares in Paris, and is where a huge number of French aristocracy lost their heads during the revolution, including Marie Antoinette, Robespierre and the first victim was King Louis XVI. Now, you can see the 3300-year old obelisk gifted to France in 1831 from Egypt and the Fontaines de la Concorde<\/strong> \u2013 two beautiful fountains created to commemorate the maritime industry in France.<\/p>\n

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Avenue des Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es<\/span><\/h3>\n

Avenue des Champs Elysees, 75008 Paris, France<\/em>\"avenue<\/a><\/p>\n

This is an avenue in the midst of Paris that stretches for approximately 1.2miles and is lined with shops, bars, caf\u00e9s and restaurants. If you\u2019re looking to do some shopping the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es <\/strong>is the place to go in Paris or if you find yourself in Paris on Bastille Day you should watch the great parade that marches down this road.<\/p>\n

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Arc de Triomphe
\n<\/strong><\/span>Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris, France<\/em>\"arc-de-triomphe-paris\"<\/p>\n

One of Paris\u2019 most famous monuments is the Arc de Triomphe<\/strong>, it stands proudly in the Place Charles de Gaulle<\/em> at the top of the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es<\/strong>. It opened in 1836 and honours and commemorates those who died fighting in the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. Visitors can ride a lift to the museum inside of the Arc de Triomphe <\/strong>where you can find out more about the story of this monument. Another climb up 46 stairs will take you to the very top of the Arc de Triomphe<\/strong> outside, where you can look over the city.<\/p>\n

It is open from 10am to 11pm in April to September and until 10.30pm from October to March. It will cost \u20ac8 for adults to enter and is free for children.<\/p>\n

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Grand Palais<\/h3>\n

3 Avenue du G\u00e9n\u00e9ral Eisenhower, 75008 Paris, France<\/em>\"grand<\/a><\/p>\n

Built in 1900 for the World Fair<\/em> this huge exhibition centre is quite a sight to behold. It houses many famous events such as Paris Fashion Week shows and some of the biggest art shows in the world. Exhibitions vary, so you should visit the website<\/a> to find out what is on when you want to visit and opening times.<\/p>\n

Opposite the Grand Palais <\/strong>is the aptly named Petit Palais<\/strong>; another museum filled with art from around the world. Visit their website<\/a> to find out what is on when you visit and opening times.<\/p>\n

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L\u2019Eglise de Madeleine<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris, France<\/em>\"l'eglise<\/a>Source: Jebulon<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

This is another Catholic Church in Paris, but is slightly different to the usual French Gothic design; it is strongly representative of the Mediterranean designs of Greece and Italy. It is also nearby to the Rue de Faubourg Saint-Honor\u00e9<\/strong> where you can find all the latest designs from the designer boutiques.<\/p>\n

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Places to Visit in the <\/strong>18th\u00a0Arrondissement, Paris<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Moulin Rouge<\/strong><\/h3>\n

82 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris, France<\/em>\"moulin<\/a>Source: Amy<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/u>Made famous by seedy stories of Paris\u2019 history and the famous Baz Luhrmann movie Moulin Rouge<\/em>, this arrondissement is the home of Paris\u2019 most infamous area: Montmatre.<\/strong> You can actually visit the Moulin Rouge <\/strong>to see its famous red windmill and watch one of its can-can shows; visit the website<\/a> to book tickets and find out more about the shows on at the time of your visit.<\/p>\n

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Sacr\u00e9 Coeur<\/strong><\/h3>\n

35 Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris, France<\/em>\"sacre<\/a>Source: Amy<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not all can-can dancers and parties in Montmatre<\/strong>, the Sacr\u00e9 Coeur <\/strong>sits proudly atop the hill in this district looking out over Paris. To get to Sacr\u00e9 Coeur<\/strong> you will have to climb a great number of stairs, but feel free to take a break and set up a picnic on one of the many gardens on the way up. Alternatively, you could always jump on the shuttle funicular if you feel you are unable or do not wish to climb the stairs.<\/p>\n

A climb up 234 stairs inside the church will get you to the top of its dome; it will cost \u20ac6 for adults and \u20ac4 for children and is open from 6am to 10.30pm. This church is very conservative so you should ensure you are dressed respectably as you may be refused entry otherwise.<\/p>\n

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There are 20 arrondissements in France, and if we can\u2019t list them all, but we just wanted to mention a few more to make sure you got a full view of Paris:<\/p>\n

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Arenes de Lutece – 5th<\/sup> Arrondissement, Paris<\/h3>\n

“Back in the first century A.D., a Roman-made arena hosted circuses, plays, and bloody gladiator games for crowds of up to 17,000. Les Arenes de Lutece<\/strong> remains as a free, un-commercialized open space. Old men play petanque and kids play soccer in the center, while picnickers enjoy the shady respite of stone bleachers above.”<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

– Laurie Pike, Founder of\u00a0www.theparisblog.com<\/a><\/p>\n

St. Sulpice – 6th<\/sup> Arrondissement, Paris<\/h3>\n

St.\u00a0Sulpice\u00a0<\/strong>is the second largest church in the city and is often overlooked by tourists, but for what reason we are not sure. The interior of this church is astounding, its sheer size and detailed design is beautiful and we think it should be on your must-see list.
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Catacombes de Paris – 14th<\/sup> Arrondissement, Paris\"paris<\/a><\/h3>\n

The Catacombs of Paris\u00a0<\/strong>are the network of tunnels beneath Paris that hold the remains of six million people. These slightly sinister tunnels of skulls and bones were created to deal with the issue of Paris’ overflowing cemeteries. The tunnels were also the headquarters of the French resistance during WWII. You can walk around these tunnels from\u00a010am to 8pm, from Tuesday to Monday (last admission is at 7pm).
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Situated just outside of Paris are two great places you should try and visit, they are a short ride on the RER train and well worth the excursion.<\/p>\n

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Palace of Versailles<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles, France<\/em>
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This is an enormous palace built in 1623 by King Louis XIII, since then it has had so many extensions that in 1682 King Louis XIV moved his family and all of his courtiers to live in this palace. It is an exciting sight to see because of its sheer size and quality d\u00e9cor, design and artwork, not to mention its historical significance.<\/p>\n

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Disneyland Paris<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Disneyland<\/span><\/em> Paris, 77777 Marne-la-Vall\u00e9e, France<\/span><\/em>
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Disneyland Paris is just as magical as any other Disneyland, and if you have never been before then we thoroughly recommend you go at least once whilst you are here. It is not just for adults; rollercoasters and interactive shows are entertaining for all ages. Click the link below to visit the Expedia website to find out more about a trip to Disneyland Paris.<\/p>\n

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