Paris

Paris is the capital of France and one of the most visited cities in the world! 

Visit Paris’s most iconic attraction – The Eiffel Tower! Go up to the top of the tower, eat at one of the restaurants on top, or just relax in the public gardens around the tower and enjoy the views. However beware of pickpockets, as they hang out in this area! You can get tickets to go up the tower here or get a guided historical tour with tickets included here.

The Cathedrale Notre Dame is another of Paris’s most well known sights. Following the fire of April 15, 2019, the Cathedral is closed, however you can still enjoy its beauty from the outside.

Visit the Musée du Louvre, which houses famous masterpieces including the Mona Lisa. Opening hours & information can be found here. Skip the long lines & go directly inside by booking a Small Group Tour of the Louvre – here or a Private Tour of the Louvre – here. Both are award-winning and are the most recommended tours in Paris!

If you’re interested in art, Musée d’Orsay is another great art museum that you can visit. Tickets and opening hours can be found here.

The Champs-Élysées is a famous Parisian street known for its theaters, cafés, and luxury shops, as well as the finish of the Tour de France.

At the end of the Champs Elysee, you will find the Arc de Triomphe –  an iconic triumphal arch built to commemorate Napoleon’s victories. It also has an observation deck that you visit to experience amazing views of the city.

Moulin Rouge is a famed 19th-century cabaret featuring Belle Epoque decor, dinner, & dancers in elaborate costumes. Tickets & Info can be found here.

Montmartre is full of charm! It is a melting pot of art and ambience. It is a distinctive village perched on the top of a hill characterized by steep, winding, cobbled streets. 

The beautiful Basilica of Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre crowns the highest point of Montmartre, and the area in front of the church offers amazing views over Paris.

Take in a show at Palais Garnier – an opulent 19th-century opera house known for its magnificent interiors and amazing performances by the Paris Opera Ballet.

Walk along the Seine River that flows through the middle of Paris! You can go on cruises down the river, walk along the bank, or gaze on the Eiffel Tower as the lights come on at night.

Take a dinner cruise down the Seine and enjoy a 4 course meal while watching the lights twinkle on the river! You can get tickets here.

Explore the Île Saint-Louis – a quaint island in the Seine River that features boutiques, restaurants, bars, & a famed ice cream shop.

Walk around the Latin Quarter! Also known as the 5th arrondissement, the quaint Latin Quarter is famed for its bookshops, including the landmark Shakespeare & Company. Family-friendly attractions include the Jardin des Plantes botanical gardens and the National Museum of Natural History. 

Take a Paris Food Tour! Stop for multiple tastings of macarons, cheese, wine, crepes, viennoiseries, and oysters—each neighborhood tour features a unique tasting list that complements the area! Reserve your spot here.

The stately Panthéon holds the remains of notables like Voltaire and Marie Curie. Tickets and opening hours can be found here.

Relax at the Jardin du Luxembourg (Luxembourg Gardens) – an absolutely beautiful 17th-century park with formally laid-out gardens, fountains, and toy sailboats for kids to enjoy

Spend the day at the Palace of Versailles! The Palace of Versailles is a former royal residence that was commissioned by King Louis XIV. It isn’t far out of the city, and it is definitely one of the most decadent and luxurious palaces you will ever see! More information can be found here. Skip the lines & get your tickets here!

Head to Disneyland Paris for the day! Catch a metro out of the city, and in 30 minutes you will be at Disney’s Paris location! Enjoy all the Disney attractions & atmosphere that you love, but with some added French touches! Plan your trip via their website, or get discounted Disney tickets here! 

Take a day trip to Normandy and visit the beaches of D-Day! This is such a memorable experience. Book your tickets here.

I’ve also compiled a list of recommended activities & tours you can do in Paris – here.

Want to see more of France? Plan a trip to Annecy, Colmar, Chamonix, Eze, or Marseille!