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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 Popular
Museum of Romantic Life
The Musée de la Vie Romantique is housed in the former residence and studio of the Dutch-born painter Ary Scheffer. Loca...
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Passerelle Debilly
Passerelle Debilly is a pedestrian bridge crossing the Seine in Paris, specifically designed to provide an unobstructed...
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153
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MEP – Maison Européenne de la Photographie
The Maison Européenne de la Photographie is a premier institution in Paris dedicated exclusively to contemporary photogr...
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154
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Dali Museum
Espace Dalí is a permanent exhibition space located in the heart of Montmartre, Paris, dedicated exclusively to the work...
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155
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Square du Temple - Elie Wiesel
Square du Temple - Elie Wiesel is a municipal garden in the Marais district, occupying the site of the historical Knight...
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156
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Square René Viviani
Square René Viviani is a public park located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, directly adjacent to the Église Saint-J...
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157
Venues Popular
Le Théâtre Libre / La Scène Libre
Le Théâtre Libre, formerly known as La Scène Libre, is a historic Parisian performance venue situated in the 10th arrond...
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158
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Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
The Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell is a historic Parisian performance venue established in 1820 under the patronage of th...
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159
Temples Popular
Église Saint-Augustin
Église Saint-Augustin is a 19th-century Roman Catholic church situated in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. Designed by V...
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160
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Villemin - Mahsa Jîna Amini Garden
Jardin Villemin - Mahsa Jîna Amini is a 2.5-hectare public park located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, situated on...
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161
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Colonnes de Buren/Les Deux Plateaux
Les Deux Plateaux, commonly known as the Colonnes de Buren, is a permanent art installation located in the main courtyar...
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162
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City of Fashion and Design
The City of Fashion and Design, known locally as Les Docks, is a sprawling multi-purpose complex housed within a distinc...
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Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris
The Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris is a unique campus founded in 1925 to foster international peace through...
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164
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Cinémathèque Française
The Cinémathèque Française is a prominent film archive and museum housed in a building designed by architect Frank Gehry...
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165
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Musée Cernuschi
The Musée Cernuschi is the City of Paris’s museum dedicated to Asian arts, housed in the former private mansion of 19th-...
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166
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Statue of Liberty
This bronze Statue of Liberty is a smaller-scale replica situated within the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris. It was origi...
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167
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Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand
The Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand is the main site of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, characterized by four 79-...
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168
Historical places Popular
Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
The Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel is an 1806 triumphal arch located between the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Garden. C...
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169
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Parc de la Planchette
Parc de la Planchette is a 1.5-hectare public garden located in the heart of Levallois-Perret. The park serves as a cent...
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170
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Theater of the Eiffel Tower
The Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel is a boutique performance venue located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, situated withi...
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171
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Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin
Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin is a large, open-lawn park situated on the site of the former Reuilly railway station in...
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172
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La Gaîté Lyrique
La Gaîté Lyrique is a cultural institution dedicated to digital arts and modern music housed within a building that reta...
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173
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Le Carreau du Temple
Le Carreau du Temple is a historic covered market building in Paris's Le Marais district that functions today as a multi...
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174
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Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature
The Museum of Hunting and Nature (Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature) is housed in two 17th-century private mansions, th...
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175
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Théâtre de la Madeleine
Théâtre de la Madeleine is a historic Parisian venue located in the 8th arrondissement, known for hosting contemporary p...
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176
Parks Popular
Jardin des Champs-Élysées
The Jardin des Champs-Élysées serves as a historic green lung for the 8th arrondissement, framing the lower portion of t...
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177
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Théâtre Le République
Le République is a dedicated comedy and performance venue located on the Place de la République in the 3rd arrondissemen...
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178
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Jardin des Champs-Élysées
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L'Européen
L'Européen is a historic Parisian performance venue located in the 17th arrondissement, characterized by its intimate th...
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180
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Roseraie de L'Haÿ
The Roseraie de L'Haÿ is the world's first modern rose garden, established in 1894 by Jules Gravereaux. It houses over 2...
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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.
