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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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Places of interest Hidden gem
Tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The Tours de la Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris allow visitors to climb the north and south towers for elevated views of...
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Studio-Théâtre de la Comédie-Française
The Studio-Théâtre de la Comédie-Française is an intimate performance venue established in 1998 beneath the Carrousel du...
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Vénus de Milo
The Venus de Milo is one of the world's most famous ancient Greek sculptures, currently housed in the Louvre Museum in P...
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Jardin des voltiges
Jardin des voltiges is a specialized outdoor fitness and acrobatic park located within the expansive Parc de la Villette...
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Théâtre Dunois
Théâtre Dunois is a dedicated performance venue in the 13th arrondissement of Paris specializing in contemporary creatio...
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Pont du Carrousel
The Pont du Carrousel is a functional arched bridge spanning the Seine in Paris, connecting the Quai des Tuileries on th...
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Place de Varsovie
Place de Varsovie is a prominent circular plaza situated at the Trocadéro, providing a direct axis toward the Eiffel Tow...
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Château de L'Etang
Château de L'Etang is a public park situated in Bagnolet, just east of central Paris, featuring green spaces surrounding...
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The North star
L'Étoile du Nord (The North Star) is an intimate contemporary theater located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris at 16...
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Narrowest street in Paris
Rue du Chat qui Pêche is officially recognized as the narrowest street in Paris, measuring approximately 1.8 meters in w...
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La Hune YellowKorner - Librairie Galerie
La Hune YellowKorner - Librairie Galerie is a hybrid cultural space in Saint-Germain-des-Prés combining a historic books...
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Gloriette de Buffon
The Gloriette de Buffon is a historic metal gazebo located within the Jardin des Plantes in Paris's 5th arrondissement....
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Playgrounds Hidden gem
Aire de jeux pour enfants des Tuileries
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Place Dauphine
Place Dauphine is a triangular public square located at the western tip of the Île de la Cité in Paris, France. Commissi...
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Viaduc d'Austerlitz
The Viaduc d'Austerlitz is a steel-arch bridge spanning the Seine, serving exclusively as a transit artery for Line 5 of...
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Musée de poche
Musée de poche is a unique cultural space located at 41 Rue de la Fontaine au Roi in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, f...
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Fontaine de la Vierge
The Fontaine de la Vierge is a neo-Gothic structure situated at the eastern tip of the Île de la Cité in Paris, directly...
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Mémorial de la Guerre d'Algérie et des Combats du Maroc et de la Tunisie
The Mémorial de la Guerre d'Algérie et des Combats du Maroc et de la Tunisie is a national monument dedicated to the sol...
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Columns Of The Throne, Paris
The Columns of the Throne in Paris consist of two monumental Doric columns standing at the Place de la Nation, marking a...
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Karsten Greve Gallery
Galerie Karsten Greve in Paris is a prominent contemporary art gallery situated at 5 Rue Debelleyme in the historic Le M...
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Statue of Georges Clemenceau
The Statue of Georges Clemenceau honors the influential French statesman and World War I leader known as 'The Tiger'. Lo...
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Vertical Garden Wall
The Vertical Garden Wall, known as the Mur Végétal, is an 800-square-meter living façade designed by botanist Patrick Bl...
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Statue of Joan of Arc
The Statue of Joan of Arc is located in the Place Saint-Augustin in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. This specific bronz...
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Gagosian
Gagosian Paris at 4 Rue de Ponthieu is a premier commercial contemporary art gallery established by Larry Gagosian. The...
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Galerie Laurent Rigail
Galerie Laurent Rigail is a contemporary art gallery situated at 40 Rue Volta in the historic 3rd arrondissement of Pari...
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Jacques De Molay (Knight Templar) Memorial
The Jacques De Molay Memorial marks the approximate site where the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar was burned a...
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Thermes de Cluny
The Thermes de Cluny preserve the monumental ruins of a 3rd-century Gallo-Roman bathhouse located in the Latin Quarter o...
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Mosque Abou Bakar
Mosque Abou Bakar is an active neighborhood place of worship located at 39 Boulevard de Belleville in the 11th arrondiss...
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Galerie Butte Montmartre
Galerie Butte Montmartre is an intimate art gallery and publishing house situated at 1 Rue des Saules in the 18th arrond...
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Mosque of Fontenay-aux-Roses
The Mosque of Fontenay-aux-Roses, operated by the AMFAR association, serves as a primary community religious center in t...
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Frequently asked
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.
