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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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Mairie du 11ᵉ arrondissement de Paris
The Mairie du 11e arrondissement serves as the administrative hub for one of Paris's most densely populated districts, l...
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Square des Recollets
Square des Recollets is a compact neighborhood green space situated directly along the Quai de Valmy in Paris's 10th arr...
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Cascade du Bois de Boulogne
The Cascade du Bois de Boulogne is an artificial 19th-century waterfall located within the larger Bois de Boulogne park...
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Square du Chanoine-Viollet
Square du Chanoine-Viollet is a quiet neighborhood green space located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, nestled at 7...
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Mairie d'Ivry Sur Seine
The Mairie d'Ivry-sur-Seine serves as the central administrative hub for the commune of Ivry-sur-Seine, located in the V...
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Porte d'Ivry
Porte d'Ivry is one of the historic gates of Paris located along the Boulevard Masséna in the 13th arrondissement, funct...
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Square Paul Langevin
Square Paul Langevin is a quiet 19th-century public park located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, named after the pro...
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Jardin des Mille Roses de l’Hôpital Corentin Celton
The Jardin des Mille Roses is a specialized botanical space located within the grounds of the Hôpital Corentin Celton in...
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Grands-Moulins Garden
The Grands-Moulins Garden is a contemporary urban park situated in the 13th arrondissement on the site of the former Par...
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Square Gabriel-Pierné
Square Gabriel-Pierné is a secluded garden located behind the Institut de France in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. The...
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Maréchal Juin Promenade and Farman Park
The Maréchal Juin Promenade and Farman Park constitute a modern green corridor located in the heart of the Trapeze distr...
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Square Saint-Gilles du Grand Veneur
Square Saint-Gilles du Grand Veneur is a secluded, walled garden tucked away in the Marais district of Paris. Accessible...
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Auditorium Niedermeyer
The Auditorium Niedermeyer is a specialized performance venue integrated into the Issy-les-Moulineaux and Vanves conserv...
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Phono Museum
The Phono Museum in Paris is a specialized institution dedicated to the history of sound recording and playback, located...
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Square Samuel Rousseau
Square Samuel Rousseau is a tranquil neighborhood park located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, directly adjacent to...
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Galerie Colbert
Galerie Colbert is an elegant 1820s covered passage located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. Built on the site of the...
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Archipel des Berges de Seine Niki de Saint-Phalle
The Archipel des Berges de Seine Niki de Saint-Phalle consists of five floating, moored barges transformed into a series...
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Square du Val d'Osne
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Museums Known locally
Pavillon de l'eau
The Pavillon de l'eau serves as the public exhibition center for Eau de Paris, the municipal water utility responsible f...
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Maison de la photographie Robert Doisneau
The Maison de la photographie Robert Doisneau is a specialized contemporary photography center located in Gentilly, just...
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L'Auguste Théâtre
L'Auguste Théâtre is an intimate, independent performance venue located down a quiet blind alley in the 11th arrondissem...
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Saint-Joseph-des-Carmes
Saint-Joseph-des-Carmes is a 17th-century Baroque church located within the Institut Catholique de Paris complex. It hol...
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Church of Notre-Dame de Bonne-Nouvelle
The Church of Notre-Dame de Bonne-Nouvelle is a neo-classical structure located in the second arrondissement of Paris. O...
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Théâtre Mouffetard
Le Mouffetard is a specialized performing arts center in Paris dedicated exclusively to puppetry and object theater. Loc...
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Square Eugène Varlin
Square Eugène Varlin is a public garden situated directly on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin in the 10th arrondissem...
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Théâtre de Châtillon
The Théâtre de Châtillon is a municipal performing arts venue located in the southern suburbs of Paris, functioning as a...
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Espace Culturel Andre Malraux
Espace Culturel André Malraux (ECAM) functions as a multi-disciplinary performing arts center located in Le Kremlin-Bicê...
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Church of Notre-Dame de la Salette, Paris
The Church of Notre-Dame de la Salette is a Roman Catholic parish church located at 38 Rue de Cronstadt in the 15th arro...
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Église Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Église Notre-Dame de Lourdes is a Roman Catholic parish church located at 130 Rue Pelleport in the 20th arrondissement o...
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Association All Together
Association All Together, located in the Vanves commune of the Paris metropolitan area, functions as a community-focused...
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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.
