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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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Museums Hidden gem
A2Z Art Gallery
A2Z Art Gallery is a contemporary art exhibition space located at 24 Rue de l'Echaudé in the 6th arrondissement of Paris...
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Église Brémontier - Paroisse Saint Francois de Sales
Église Saint-François-de-Sales is a prominent Catholic parish church located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. The ch...
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873
Places of interest Hidden gem
Lion of Belfort
The Lion of Belfort in Paris is a monumental copper sculpture created by Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the same artist who...
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Paroisse Ste Rosalie
Paroisse Ste Rosalie is a Catholic parish church located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris on Boulevard Auguste Blanqu...
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875
Parks Hidden gem
Square Ferdinand Brunot
Square Ferdinand Brunot is a quiet neighborhood park located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, situated right behind...
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876
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Fontaine Guy Lartigue
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Venues Hidden gem
Bernard Palissy Theater
The Bernard Palissy Theater, officially known as Espace Bernard Palissy, is a municipal cultural venue located in Boulog...
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878
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Stade Edouard Clerville
Stade Edouard Clerville is a local municipal sports facility located in Ivry-sur-Seine, just south of the Paris city lim...
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879
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Jardin Rachmaninov
Jardin Rachmaninov is a contemporary green space located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, established as part of the...
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880
Temples Hidden gem
Église Saint-Gilles de Bourg-la-Reine
L'église Saint-Gilles de Bourg-la-Reine is a historic Catholic parish church located in the southern suburbs of Paris, d...
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881
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Association Musulmane De Gentilly
The Association Musulmane de Gentilly is a functional community mosque located just outside the southern limits of Paris...
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Church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Arche-d'Alliance
The Church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Arche-d'Alliance is a striking postmodern Roman Catholic parish church located in the 15th...
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883
Parks Hidden gem
Solange Faladé Garden
The Solange Faladé Garden is a modern, 1,700-square-meter public green space located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris...
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884
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Église du Cœur Eucharistique de Jésus
The Église du Cœur Eucharistique de Jésus is a modern architectural landmark located in the 20th arrondissement of Paris...
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885
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Square Léon Frapiè (Ferns)
Square Léon Frapié is a neighborhood green space located along Rue Léon Frapié in the 20th arrondissement of eastern Par...
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886
Temples Hidden gem
Paroisse Notre-Dame de Nazareth
Paroisse Notre-Dame de Nazareth is a contemporary Roman Catholic parish church located at 351 Rue Lecourbe in the 15th a...
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887
Parks Hidden gem
Square Jean Leclaire
Square Jean Leclaire is a neighborhood green space situated in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, established around the...
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888
Museums Hidden gem
Roybet Fould Museum
The Roybet Fould Museum is housed within the historic Swedish and Norwegian Pavilion, which was originally constructed f...
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889
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Park of the Archdiocese
The Park of the Archdiocese, located in Charenton-le-Pont, is a municipal green space situated along the right bank of t...
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Church of Our Lady of Hope
The Church of Our Lady of Hope, located on Rue de la Roquette in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, serves as a modern li...
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891
Venues Hidden gem
Les Rendez-Vous D'Ailleurs
Les Rendez-Vous D'Ailleurs is an intimate cultural venue and artistic space located on Rue des Haies in the 20th arrondi...
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892
Temples Hidden gem
Church of Saint-Georges-de-la-Villette
The Church of Saint-Georges-de-la-Villette is a neo-Romanesque parish church located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris...
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893
Venues Hidden gem
Alfortville Town Hall
Alfortville Town Hall is the primary administrative center for the commune of Alfortville, located in the southeastern s...
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894
Parks Hidden gem
Square des femmes afghanes luttant pour leur liberté
Square des femmes afghanes luttant pour leur liberté is a public park located at 57 Rue Vitruve in the 20th arrondisseme...
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Parks Hidden gem
Square de la Madone
Square de la Madone is a neighborhood park located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, characterized by its elevated mu...
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896
Temples Hidden gem
Mosquée Anwar El-Madina
Mosquée Anwar El-Madina is a community-focused mosque situated in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. It serves the local...
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897
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Église catholique Notre-Dame-des-Foyers
Église catholique Notre-Dame-des-Foyers is a neighborhood parish church situated in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. Th...
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898
Temples Hidden gem
Ohel-Moché
Ohel-Moché is an active Sephardic synagogue located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. The community follows the tradi...
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Church of Our Lady
The Church of Our Lady is a Catholic parish church located in Alfortville, situated in the southeastern suburbs of Paris...
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900
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Square Taras-Chevtchenko
Square Taras-Chevtchenko is a small urban garden located on Boulevard Saint-Germain in the 6th arrondissement of Paris....
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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.
