Things to Do in Paris
Plan your days in Paris, your way
Morning at the Luxembourg Gardens, chairs in the sun and the Medici Fountain for a quiet start.
Coffee and a pain au chocolat on Rue de Buci, the market waking up around you.
Walk to the Seine, cross at Pont des Arts, the Louvre on one side and the Institut on the other, pick one.
Lunch in the Marais, falafel if the line is short, bistro if it isn’t, both are Paris.
Afternoon in Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur steps for the view, then side streets where the easels thin out.
Stop at a fromagerie on Rue Lepic, three cheeses and advice you didn’t ask for.
Golden hour on the quai near Pont Neuf, booksellers closing their boxes and the water going pink.
Dinner at a small place in the 11th, steak-frites or duck confit, whatever the waiter likes today.
Nightcap on a Canal Saint-Martin bridge, chips from a corner shop and the sound of bikes.
Back to the hotel with a map half-used, one icon seen, one meal remembered, one view kept.
Top attractions and places to eat in Paris
Eiffel Tower
The wrought-iron lattice tower that is the global symbol of Paris, offering panoramic views from its observation levels. Travelers ascend for the vistas or admire it from below.
attraction · 4.7 rating · €14.80
Louvre Museum
The world's most-visited art museum, housing masterpieces including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo within a former royal palace. A must-see for travelers interested in art and history.
attraction · 4.7 rating · €22
Arc de Triomphe
A monumental triumphal arch honoring those who fought for France, standing at the center of the Place Charles de Gaulle. Visitors come for its history and panoramic views of Paris from the rooftop terrace.
attraction · 4.7 rating · €22
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
An iconic white-domed Roman Catholic basilica atop Montmartre hill, offering sweeping views over Paris. A major landmark visited for its architecture, history, and panoramic vistas.
church · 4.7 rating · Free
Musée d'Orsay
A museum in a former Beaux-Arts railway station holding the world's premier collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. Travelers visit to see works by Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, and other icons.
museum · 4.8 rating · €14
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
A world-famous Gothic cathedral on the Île de la Cité, celebrated for its architecture, sculpture, and history. Travelers come to admire its facade and interior.
church · 4.7 rating · €16
Jardin du Luxembourg
An expansive and elegant formal garden with tree-lined promenades, fountains, and the Luxembourg Palace. Travelers come to relax, stroll, and enjoy classic Parisian park life.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Jardins du Trocadéro
Landscaped gardens across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower, centered on fountains and offering one of the most famous views of the monument. A prime spot for strolling and photography.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Tuileries Garden
A grand formal garden between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, featuring fountains, statues, and tree-lined paths. A traveler would go for a classic Parisian stroll, relaxation, and seasonal events.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Palais Garnier
An opulent 19th-century opera house famed for its grand staircase, gilded interiors, and ceiling painted by Chagall. Travelers tour it for its lavish architecture and to attend performances.
attraction · 4.7 rating · €15
Sainte-Chapelle
A 13th-century Gothic royal chapel on the Île de la Cité, famous for its soaring stained-glass windows. Travelers go to see one of the finest medieval stained-glass ensembles in the world.
church · 4.6 rating · €22
Place de la Concorde
A grand and expansive square at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées, home to the Luxor Obelisk and ornate fountains. Travelers visit for its monumental scale and central location between the Tuileries and the Champs-Élysées.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Panthéon
A neoclassical mausoleum housing the tombs of distinguished French figures, topped by a dome offering city views. Travelers visit for its history, architecture, and Foucault's pendulum.
attraction · 4.6 rating · €16
La Villette
A large park and cultural complex in northeastern Paris featuring lawns, canals, a science museum, and concert venues. A versatile outdoor space for families, culture, and recreation.
attraction · 4.4 rating
Pont Alexandre III
An ornate Beaux-Arts bridge over the Seine adorned with gilded statues, lamps, and cherubs, widely regarded as the most beautiful bridge in Paris. Travelers come for its grandeur and river views.
attraction · 4.8 rating