Destination
Paris, France
The Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, café terraces and patisseries make Paris the European city Americans return to again and again.
Trips to Paris from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | fine |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | fine |
| August | fine |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | fine |
| December | best |
- August: Many neighbourhood restaurants and shops close for the August holiday; Paris Plages beaches line the Seine
- November, December: Christmas markets and department-store window displays along the grands boulevards
Where to stay in Paris
- Le Marais (3rd/4th): Historic lanes, boutiques, falafel and cafés, walkable to Notre-Dame.
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th): Classic Left Bank cafés, galleries and the Luxembourg Gardens.
- Louvre / Opéra (1st/2nd): Central for first-timers, steps from the Louvre and the Tuileries.
- Montmartre (18th): Village feel, Sacré-Cœur views and a lower price point.
- Eiffel Tower / 7th: Quiet, residential and the tower lit up at night from your window.
What to do in Paris
- Climb the Eiffel Tower at sunset
- Spend a morning with the Mona Lisa at the Louvre
- Cruise the Seine on a bateau-mouche
- Day trip to the Palace of Versailles
- Wander Montmartre up to Sacré-Cœur
- Take the kids to Disneyland Paris
Good to know
| Airports | Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris Orly (ORY) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | luxury |
| Time zone | Europe/Paris |
| Kind of trip | city, romantic, culture, food, theme-park |
Questions about Paris
When is the best time to visit Paris?
April, May, June, September, October and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Paris?
Yes. Paris is in France; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Paris on the ground?
Paris is luxury by US standards: plan about $190 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.