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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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Historical places Popular
Statue of Liberty
This 11.5-meter tall bronze replica of the Statue of Liberty is situated on the Île aux Cygnes, a man-made island in the...
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92
Parks Popular
Parc Georges-Brassens
Parc Georges-Brassens is a 7.7-hectare public park built on the former site of the Vaugirard slaughterhouses in the 15th...
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93
Parks Popular
Parc Clichy-Batignolles - Martin Luther King
Parc Clichy-Batignolles - Martin Luther King is a 10-hectare eco-designed urban park situated on former railway freight...
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94
Museums Popular
Albert-Kahn Museum and Garden
The Albert-Kahn Museum and Garden is a cultural site centered on the historical archives of banker Albert Kahn and his d...
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95
Parks Popular
Square Jehan Rictus
Square Jehan Rictus is a small urban park located in the Montmartre district of Paris, primarily known for housing the '...
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96
Venues Popular
Comédie Française
The Comédie-Française, also known as the Théâtre-Français, is the only French state theatre with its own permanent troup...
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97
Museums Popular
Maison de Victor Hugo
The Maison de Victor Hugo occupies the second floor of the Hôtel de Rohan-Guéménée, an early 17th-century hôtel particul...
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98
Museums Popular
Musée de l'Homme
The Musée de l'Homme is a research and public museum located within the Palais de Chaillot, dedicated to the evolution o...
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99
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Parc Bagatelle - la Roseraie
Parc de Bagatelle is a 24-hectare formal park located within the Bois de Boulogne, famous for its renowned rose garden h...
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100
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Medici Fountain
The Medici Fountain is a 17th-century Baroque water feature located in the Luxembourg Garden on the Left Bank of Paris....
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Places of interest Very popular
Place du Trocadero
Place du Trocadéro is a major public square located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, functioning primarily as a view...
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102
Museums Very popular
Museum of Illusions Paris
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Zoos Popular
La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes
La Ménagerie is one of the world's oldest continuously operating zoos, established in 1794 within the Jardin des Plantes...
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104
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59 Rivoli
59 Rivoli is a legalized artist squat located in a former Haussmann-style bank building in central Paris. The site funct...
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105
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Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection
The Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection is a contemporary art museum housed in Paris's historical former grain excha...
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106
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Esplanade des Invalides
The Esplanade des Invalides is a vast, open urban park stretching between the Hôtel des Invalides and the Seine River. I...
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107
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The Centquatre-Paris
The Centquatre-Paris is a dynamic public arts center situated in the former municipal funeral parlors of Paris, repurpos...
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108
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Paradox Museum Paris
Paradox Museum Paris is an experiential destination located on Boulevard des Italiens that focuses on optical illusions...
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Palais de la découverte
The Palais de la découverte is a science museum housed within the western wing of the Grand Palais in Paris. Established...
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110
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Tour Saint-Jacques
The Tour Saint-Jacques is a 54-meter Flamboyant Gothic bell tower, representing the sole remaining structure of the 16th...
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111
Museums Popular
Musée Maillol
The Musée Maillol is a private art museum located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, housed in a historic building that...
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112
Venues Popular
Great Point-Virgule
Le Grand Point-Virgule is a prominent Parisian theater venue specializing in contemporary stand-up comedy and one-person...
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Hôtel de Ville
The Hôtel de Ville serves as the seat of the Paris municipal government and is the city's largest municipal building. Co...
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Venues Popular
Théâtre du Châtelet
The Théâtre du Châtelet is a historic venue located in the heart of Paris, primarily dedicated to musical theatre, opera...
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115
Amusement parks Popular
Seven Squares Paris
Seven Squares Paris is a large indoor leisure center located within the Boom Boom Villette complex in the 19th arrondiss...
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116
Museums Popular
Musée de Montmartre
The Musée de Montmartre is housed in the 17th-century Hôtel Demarne and the Maison du Bel Air, the oldest building in th...
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117
Places of interest Popular
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise is the largest cemetery within Paris city limits, covering 44 hectares of landscaped grounds....
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118
Historical places Popular
Arènes de Lutèce
The Arènes de Lutèce is a 1st-century Gallo-Roman amphitheatre located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. Originally ca...
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119
Venues Popular
Théâtre des Champs-Élysées
The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées is a landmark Art Deco venue situated on Avenue Montaigne, celebrated as the first major...
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120
Museums Popular
Bourdelle Museum
The Bourdelle Museum is located in the original residential workshops of the sculptor Antoine Bourdelle, preserving the...
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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.
