Paris

Travel Guide

Paris
Paris which includes a fountain, heritage architecture and heritage elements
8th Arrondissement showing heritage architecture and street scenes
Paris
Paris

Paris Travel Guide Video

Wander around the café-lined streets or ascend to the top of one of the city’s main attractions for breathtaking panoramic views of France’s romantic capital.

This fantastic city is divided into 20 districts, referred to as arrondissements, which spiral clockwise from Paris’s centre. Each has its own character and flair, with the city’s compactness allowing visitors to appreciate the diversity of each area. The city is divided by the river Seine into the Left and Right Banks.

Paris is easy to navigate and is best appreciated taking your time and wandering around on foot. However, the speedy metro system or Paris’s efficient network of buses allows visitors to cram lots of its cultural offerings into a short period of time.

Food lovers can spend hours winding through the streets and open-air produce markets of Paris, soaking in the French passion for food. Days should be broken up with frequent stops at patisseries, boulangeries or one of Paris’s numerous restaurants. Wine is another passion with shops offering bottles produced in regional vineyards and street cafés providing tables for visitors to sit with a glass and watch Parisians going about their business.

Fashion hunters flock to Paris from around the globe. Visit some of the world’s most renowned fashion houses, including Lanvin, Hermes and Dior. Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore attracts many visitors, and the Champs-Elysées also offers a shopping experience not to be missed.

Art, in all its guises, is at the heart of Paris, and this is evident in its world-famous museums, galleries, theatres and opera houses. The Louvre offers a comprehensive history of some of the most important pieces of art ever produced, while the Pompidou Centre’s National Museum of Modern Art allows visitors to contemplate the contemporary. To peek into the life of an artisan, stroll along the cobbled streets of Montmartre, where artists offer to paint the portraits of passing tourists.

With such a rich cultural tapestry, it’s hardly surprising that the French tend to holiday in their own country, with many of them taking their breaks between mid-July and the end of August. During this time, Paris becomes filled with tourists, with many of the local amenities off the beaten track seeming deserted. On the other hand, if visitors can face the crowds, July should not be avoided completely – Bastille Day on 14th July offers some of the world’s most spectacular photo opportunities.

Where to stay in Paris

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Paris City Center

4/5(15 area reviews)

Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame are a few top attractions in Paris City Center. Hop around the city on the metro at Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro Station or Louvre - Rivoli Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and charming cafes.

Paris City Center
Marais - Pompidou - Notre Dame de Paris which includes a square or plaza and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Marais

4.5/5(144 area reviews)

Travellers love Marais for its popular shops, and you can see more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Saint-Paul Station or Saint-Sebastien - Froissart Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Carnavalet Museum and Picasso Museum.

Marais
French Academy which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and signage

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

4.5/5(73 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Check out top attractions like Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Pres and Place Saint-Germain-des-Pres, and jump on the metro at Mabillon Station or Saint-Germain-des-Pres Station to see more of the city.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés
6th Arrondissement featuring a statue or sculpture and a park

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in 6th Arrondissement. Check out top attractions like Luxembourg Gardens and Saint-Sulpice Church, and jump on the metro at Saint-Sulpice Station or Mabillon Station to see more of the city.

6th Arrondissement
Les Invalides which includes heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a large group of people

7th Arrondissement

4.5/5(240 area reviews)

7th Arrondissement is highly notable for its charming cafes, and you might want to visit top sights like Eiffel Tower and Rodin Museum. See more of Paris by jumping on the metro at Solferino Station or Assemblee Nationale Station.

7th Arrondissement
Arc de Triomphe featuring street scenes, night scenes and a city

Champs-Élysées

You might enjoy the river views while in Champs-Élysées. Champs-Élysées is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Franklin D. Roosevelt Metro Station or Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau Station to see more of the city.

Champs-Élysées
Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
4 out of 5
18 avenue de Suffren, Entrée au 22 rue Jean Rey, Paris, Paris
The price is RM1,444 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM1,444
RM1,673 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,314 reviews)
"Great experience great location"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
Novotel Paris Les Halles
Novotel Paris Les Halles
4 out of 5
8 Place Marguerite De Navarre, Paris, Paris
The price is RM1,348 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM1,348
RM1,567 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
"The property was centrally located with easy access to bus, rail and private cars. The staff were courteous and welcoming. Room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Novotel Paris Les Halles
citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon
citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon
4 out of 5
8 Rue van Gogh, Paris, Ile-de-France
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM525 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
RM525
RM661 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,075 reviews)
"The room was extremely comfortable - great big bed with high quality bedding. The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome. My daughter loved the lights and high tech room. I'd deputy stay here again. The area is well connected by transport but feels a bit under construction and built ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Les Jardins du Marais
Les Jardins du Marais
4 out of 5
74 Rue Amelot, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 4-star luxury residence in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,700 reviews)
"Good location and near a Metro line."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Les Jardins du Marais
Aparthotel Adagio Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
Aparthotel Adagio Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
4 out of 5
14 Rue Du Theatre, Paris, Paris
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Paris. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
"Best place of the entire trip"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
Adonis Paris Sud
Adonis Paris Sud
3 out of 5
196 Avenue de Stalingrad, Chevilly-Larue, Val-de-Marne
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chevilly-Larue. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,592 reviews)
"It’s good for the price"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Adonis Paris Sud
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Took 2 weekends in Paris in summer 2019 - loved it! The hotel was fantastic. Eurostar from St Pancras was so easy. Cafes and restaurants in Paris were wonderful. We avoided the usually tourist traps and explored the city by foot - 100% recommend!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Loved the Marais quarter. Know Paris well so didn’t feel need to do lots of touristy things.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Integrated transport system makes Paris easy to get around and getting to places of interest is pretty straightforward.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Architecture, History, Restaurants, Total atmosphere.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very nice city with excellent food and wine, will definitely visit again. Do your search well when you book a place to stay...