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Things to do in Paris
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About Paris
Paris serves as the global center for art and gastronomy, anchored by the iconic Eiffel Tower [2] and the expansive Louvre Museum [5]. The city is structured around the Seine River, featuring historical landmarks like the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris [126] and the monumental Arc de Triomphe [22]. Visitors frequently gather in green spaces such as the Champ de Mars [251] or the Jardin du Luxembourg [127] to observe the city's distinct Haussmann-era urban planning. It remains a major hub for international diplomacy, fashion, and intellectual history.
Good to know
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Paris is divided into twenty administrative districts known as arrondissements, which spiral outward from the city center in a clockwise snail-like pattern.
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The city's catacombs contain the remains of over six million people, relocated from overflowing cemeteries during the late 18th century.
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Paris maintains a strict height restriction on most residential buildings, which has preserved the city's uniform visual silhouette since the mid-19th century.
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There are over 400 public water fountains throughout the city known as Wallace fountains, which provide free, potable drinking water.
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The Paris Métro system was one of the first in the world to be designed with a focus on aesthetic Art Nouveau entrances created by architect Hector Guimard.
Plan your visit to Paris
Best time to visit
Late spring (May to June) or early autumn (September to October) offers mild temperatures and avoids the peak tourist congestion of mid-summer.
How many days
4-5 days, allowing sufficient time to explore major museums and specific arrondissements without rushing.
Getting around
The city is highly walkable and served by an extensive RATP Métro network, supplemented by RER trains, buses, and a bike-sharing scheme.
Where to stay
Stay in the 1st through 6th arrondissements for central access to monuments, or choose the Le Marais district for a mix of historic architecture and boutique shopping.
Budget
Paris is generally considered an expensive city, particularly regarding dining and accommodation in central districts.
Highlights of Paris
The places our editors single out - and why they're worth your time.
Eiffel Tower
Ascend this iron lattice tower for expansive panoramic views of the entire city layout.
Louvre Museum
Browse one of the world's largest collections of fine art housed within a former royal palace.
Musée d'Orsay
Explore the extensive collection of 19th and 20th-century impressionist masterpieces inside a repurposed Beaux-Arts railway station.
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
Visit this white-domed basilica situated at the highest natural point in the city for sweeping vistas.
Louvre Pyramid
Enter the main courtyard to view the modernist glass structure that serves as the primary entrance to the Louvre.
Panthéon
Visit the final resting place of notable French figures housed within this neoclassical monument.
Palais Garnier
Tour the opulent interiors of this historic opera house renowned for its grand staircase and ceiling mural.
Jardins du Trocadéro
Walk through these manicured gardens for the most direct vantage point of the Eiffel Tower across the river.
Top things to do in Paris
The 2,361 most popular places in Paris.
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Église catholique Saint-Clodoald à Saint-Cloud
Église Saint-Clodoald is the main Catholic parish church of Saint-Cloud, situated in the western suburbs of Paris on a h...
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️ Sainte-Élisabeth of Hungary Church
Sainte-Élisabeth of Hungary Church is a 17th-century religious site located in the heart of the Marais district, origina...
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Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Passy
Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Passy is a notable Catholic parish church located in the upscale 16th arrondissemen...
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Square du Cardinal Wyszynski
Square du Cardinal Wyszynski is a secluded 3,365-square-meter public garden located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris....
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Église catholique Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue
Église catholique Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue is a distinct 20th-century religious structure located in the 15th arrondissem...
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Mosquée de La Plaine Saint-Denis
The Mosquée de La Plaine Saint-Denis is a neighborhood mosque serving the diverse La Plaine-Saint-Denis district north o...
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Temple Romantique de l'Île de Reuilly
The Temple Romantique de l'Île de Reuilly is a neoclassical folly situated on an artificial island within the Lac de Dau...
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Jean Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir’s tomb
The tomb of Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir is located within the Montparnasse Cemetery in southern Paris. The i...
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Église Notre-Dame-de-Grâce-de-Passy
Église Notre-Dame-de-Grâce-de-Passy is a notable Catholic parish church located on Rue de l'Annonciation in the 16th arr...
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Parc François Mitterrand
Parc François Mitterrand is a contemporary urban park situated in the southern Parisian suburb of Bagneux along Rue Blai...
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Town hall of the 13th arrondissement of Paris
The Town Hall of the 13th arrondissement is a prominent administrative landmark located at the intersection of Place d'I...
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Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Perpétuel-Secours
The Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Perpétuel-Secours is a significant neo-Gothic sanctuary located in the 11th arrondissement o...
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Saint-Antoine des Quinze-Vingts
Saint-Antoine des Quinze-Vingts is a significant Roman Catholic parish church located in the 12th arrondissement of Pari...
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Tombes de Molière et de La Fontaine
The tombs of playwright Molière and fabulist Jean de La Fontaine are located side-by-side in the 25th division of Père L...
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Square Nadar
Square Nadar is a compact, terraced public garden situated on the southern slope of the Montmartre hill. It is named aft...
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Mairie de Clamart
The Mairie de Clamart serves as the municipal town hall for the commune of Clamart, located in the southwestern suburbs...
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Square Jules-Ferry
Square Jules-Ferry is a narrow, linear public park located along the Canal Saint-Martin in the 11th arrondissement of Pa...
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Square Alex Biscarre
Square Alex Biscarre is a compact neighborhood green space tucked away in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. Located at 31...
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Square Serge Reggiani
Square Serge Reggiani is a neighborhood green space located on Place de Bitche in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. Name...
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Square Samuel Paty
Square Samuel Paty is a public garden located in the Latin Quarter, renamed in 2021 to honor the history teacher Samuel...
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Église Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois de Pantin
Église Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois de Pantin is a historic parish church located in the northeastern suburb of Pantin, jus...
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Lavoir Moderne Parisien
The Lavoir Moderne Parisien is an independent multidisciplinary performance venue situated in the heavily multicultural...
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Parc d'Alsace
Parc d'Alsace is a contemporary urban green space located in Levallois-Perret, an upscale commune immediately northwest...
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Jardin du Moulin de la Pointe
Jardin du Moulin de la Pointe is a neighborhood green space in the 13th arrondissement, built on the site of a historic...
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Stade Hunebelle
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The Red Nose
The Red Nose is a distinct Irish pub and live music venue located along the Bassin de la Villette in northeastern Paris....
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Clemenceau Museum
The Clemenceau Museum is located in the former ground-floor apartment on Rue Benjamin Franklin where French statesman Ge...
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Artistic-Athévains
Artistic-Athévains is a historic independent theater located in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, renowned for its commi...
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Théâtre du Garde-Chasse
The Théâtre du Garde-Chasse is a multidisciplinary cultural venue situated in Les Lilas, just on the eastern periphery o...
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Winston Churchill Statue
The Winston Churchill Statue in Paris honors the British Prime Minister who played a pivotal role in Allied victory duri...
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How many attractions are there in Paris?
Aventuro lists 2,361 curated attractions in and around Paris, sorted by popularity.
What's the top attraction in Paris?
Eiffel Tower is the most popular place to visit in Paris right now.
What kind of attractions does Paris have?
The largest category is museums, with 686 places to explore.
Which other cities are worth visiting nearby?
Travellers also explore Lyon, Marseille, Nice.
