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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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Parks Hidden gem
Square Federico García Lorca
Square Federico García Lorca is a specialized garden situated on a long, narrow strip along the Voie Georges Pompidou in...
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Pelouse Jean Monnet
Pelouse Jean Monnet is an open urban green space located in Issy-les-Moulineaux, situated immediately southwest of Paris...
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Hôtel-Salé-Léonor-Fini Garden
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Place Jean-Paul II
Place Jean-Paul II serves as the primary pedestrian parvis directly fronting the western facade of Notre-Dame Cathedral...
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Théâtre de l'Île-Saint-Louis Paul Rey
Théâtre de l'Île-Saint-Louis Paul Rey is an intimate, historic performance venue located in the vaulted cellars of a 17t...
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Stade Roger Couderc
Stade Roger Couderc is a municipal sports facility located in Vitry-sur-Seine, just south of Paris, situated on Rue Aube...
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Zouave
The Zouave is a stone statue located on the pier of the Pont de l'Alma in Paris, serving as the city's traditional unoff...
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Pont sur la Petite Ceinture
The Pont sur la Petite Ceinture is a historic railway bridge situated in the 14th arrondissement, serving as a segment o...
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La Halle des Épinettes
La Halle des Épinettes is a multi-purpose cultural venue managed by the CLAVIM association located in Issy-les-Moulineau...
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Playgrounds Hidden gem
Square du jeu de boule de Saint-Mandé
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Escape Game Fox in a box Paris
Escape Game Fox in a box Paris is an immersive live-action escape room venue located at 241 Rue de Bercy in the 12th arr...
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Le Tarmac
Le Tarmac is a cultural venue and performance space located on Avenue Gambetta in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. The...
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Museums Hidden gem
Musée de Maisons-Alfort - Château de Réghat
The Musée de Maisons-Alfort, housed within the 18th-century Château de Réghat, serves as the primary municipal museum fo...
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Galerie Martel
Galerie Martel is a contemporary art gallery located at 17 Rue Martel in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, specializing...
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Historical places Hidden gem
Statue of Marshal Gallieni
The Statue of Marshal Gallieni in Paris is a prominent historical monument dedicated to Joseph Gallieni, a French milita...
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Église Notre-Dame du Bon Conseil
Église Notre-Dame du Bon Conseil is a Roman Catholic parish church located on Rue de Clignancourt in the 18th arrondisse...
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Synagogue de la Roquette
The Synagogue de la Roquette is an active place of Jewish worship located on Rue de la Roquette in the 11th arrondisseme...
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Carmel de Montmartre
The Carmel de Montmartre is a cloistered Carmelite monastery situated near the summit of the Butte Montmartre in Paris....
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Mosquée de Châtillon
The Mosquée de Châtillon is a local community mosque located in the southern suburbs of Paris, specifically in the town...
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Michel de Montaigne - Paul Landowski
The statue of Michel de Montaigne, sculpted by Paul Landowski in 1934, stands outside the Sorbonne University at 56 Rue...
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Iglesia de Dios Ministerial de Jesucristo Internacional - IDMJI - CGMJI -- FR - PANTIN-PARIS
Iglesia de Dios Ministerial de Jesucristo Internacional in Pantin serves as the Paris-area location for the global Chris...
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Théâtre du Fil de l'Eau
Théâtre du Fil de l'Eau is a cultural performance venue located in Pantin, just northeast of central Paris along the Our...
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Jardin de la Cour d'Honneur / Roseraie
Jardin de la Cour d'Honneur and its attached rose garden is a public green space located at 51 Rue Guynemer in Issy-les-...
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954
Historical places Hidden gem
Monument to Maréchal Moncey
The Monument to Maréchal Moncey, situated on the Place de Clichy, is a bronze sculptural ensemble commemorating Marshal...
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Museums Hidden gem
Ennery Museum
The Musée d'Ennery is a specialized museum located in the former private mansion of Clémence d'Ennery, housing a signifi...
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Mona Lisa Gallery
The Mona Lisa Gallery is located at 32 Rue de Varenne in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. Despite its famous name, it is...
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Saint Theresa chapel at the Auteuil Foundation
The Saint Theresa Chapel at the Auteuil Foundation in Paris is a notable religious sanctuary dedicated to Saint Thérèse...
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Héloïse and Abélard's tomb
Héloïse and Abélard's tomb in Père Lachaise Cemetery is a 19th-century funerary monument constructed from reclaimed ston...
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Square Claude Bernard
Square Claude Bernard is a modern 1.4-hectare public garden situated within the Macdonald building complex in the 19th a...
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Peterhof
Peterhof in Paris is a niche boutique gallery and cultural space located in the historic Le Marais district. It focuses...
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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.
