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Beyond the Eiffel Tower and Louvre, Paris reveals itself in neighbourhood bakeries, Seine-side bookshops, and hidden courtyards. Every arrondissement has its own personality, from bohemian Montmartre to intellectual Saint-Germain.
Best Time to Visit
April to June, September to October
Daily Budget
$100-200/day
mid-range tier
Weather
Mild continental. Spring and autumn (12-22°C) are ideal. Summers can hit 35°C. Winters are grey and 3-8°C but magical at Christmas.
Top Things to Do in Paris
- Musée d'Orsay — Impressionist masterpieces in a converted railway station
- Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur — cobblestone streets and panoramic city views
- Le Marais — medieval streets with galleries, falafel, and vintage shops
- Seine river walk from Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower
- Versailles day trip — the palace and gardens that defined royal excess
Travel Tips
- 1.Buy museum passes online in advance — skip-the-line saves hours at the Louvre
- 2.Eat lunch as your big meal — prix fixe lunch menus are half the dinner price
- 3.The metro is fast and cheap — don't waste money on taxis within central Paris