
Paris is a beautiful city famous for its cafe culture, iconic monuments and fashion. Being one of the most desirable cities in the world to travel to, Paris has a little something for everyone. From incredible views from the Arc de Triomphe to tasty pastries from quaint bakeries. You will be left wanting to return for more. Therefore it is so easy to fall in love with the charm of this city. I know I have. Below I have written an ultimate guide to visiting Paris. In addition, this ultimate guide will help you navigate through the city with ease and will also help you save some money along the way.
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TOP THINGS TO DO IN PARIS
Paris has some of the most iconic landmarks and famous streets in the world. This picturesque city has so much to offer! I have listed some of the top things to do below in this ultimate guide to visiting Paris. The best things in life are free? well, this could be the case as some of these top things to do are free! perfect if you are on a budget.
EIFFEL TOWER– Location: Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris
The most iconic monument in France. Ticket prices start from €16.60 to go to the different viewing platforms. You can also visit for free if you don’t want to climb it therefore perfect if you are on a budget.
ARC DE TRIOMPHE- Location: Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris
This famous monument stands tall at the end of the Champs-Élysées. This being one of the busiest junctions in Paris, consequently, it now has a pedestrian walkway through the middle. It can be seen from twelve avenues! Admission is € 12. First Sunday of every month is free therefore factor this in when booking your trip if you have a tight budget!
CHAMPS ELYSEES Location: Avenue in the 8th arrondissement of Paris
This is known to be one of the most glamour shopping streets Paris and maybe even the world! therefore has become a top thing to do in Paris as its a major tourist attraction. Venture off for a walk down the street and do a bit of window shopping!

SACRÉ COEUR Location: 35 Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris
Otherwise known as the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris. This is a popular tourist attraction leading it to be the second most visited monument in Paris. The basilica stands on the highest point in the city, So what better place to visit to enjoy the view! Tickets cost €5 to visit the top, otherwise going inside the church is free.
SINKING HOUSE OF MONTMARTRE Location: Montmartre, right next to the Sacre Coeur
Located right next door to the Sacre Coeur, this often gets overlooked. The sinking houses have become a bit of an Instagram trend over the last few years gaining popularity, this is a must as the ultimate guide to Paris wouldn’t be complete without it! This optical illusion is a great memento of your trip!
MOULIN ROUGE Location: 82 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris
As well as the film the moulin rouge is a cabaret bar in Paris. The original building burnt down in 1915. Its best known for being the birthplace of the modern can-can, it is hard to miss with its landmark red windmill on the roof. Ticket prices start from €80.
LOUVRE MUSEUM Location: Musée du Louvre75001 Paris
Famous for being the worlds largest art museum. With an astonishing 9.6 million visitors a year! The Lourve is one of the top things to do on this ultimate guide to visiting Paris. Just the building itself is stunning. You could spend a week inside this museum and still not see everything! Therefore if art is something you are interested in, make sure you leave yourself enough time to enjoy your visit. Ticket prices start from €15.

JARDIN DES TUILERIES Location: Place de la Concorde, 75001 Paris
These public garden just down the way from the Lourve, so make sure to plan this for the same day to avoid double backing on yourself! the gardens cover a whopping 55 acres! With over 200 sculptures there’s plenty to see! what better way to rest your feet than having a picnic in these beautiful gardens!
LES INVALIDES Location: 129 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris
This very large and beautiful building and gardens stand in the 7th arrondissement in Paris. Home to French military-historical monuments as well as retaining its functional hospital built for injured war veterans. The building also houses churches and the tomb of napoleon. There is so much to see at this monumental building. Admission is €14
SAINTE–CHAPELLE Location: 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris
Astunning gothic masterpiece. This gem of a chapel is known for its rich and bold decorations inside and out. with over 900,000 visitors each year, this is a must to tick off your ultimate guide to Paris. The stained-glass windows will leave you in an ore as this is one of Paris most magical sites. Tickets are €15.
CATACOMBS OF PARIS Location: 1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris
Probably the most obscure thing on this ultimate guide to Paris but why not do something a little unique while you are here? The catacombs were in use from the 15th century later to be abandoned leaving a labyrinth under the city! Part of the catacombs is illegal to enter as it was deemed so unsafe however a small portion is open to the public via tours. Why not buy a ticket and try something a little different!
JARDIN DU LUXEMBOURG Location: Luxembourg Gardens, 75006 Paris
One of the most popular gardens in Paris. Where better to chill and enjoy some snacks! The beautiful promenades are lined with flowers and trees with 56 acres there is plenty to see. Fountains and monuments flood the gardens so grab a map and see what you can spot while you stroll around. The gardens are free however there is a small fee of around €2.50 to enter the children’s play area.
PRINTEMPS ROOFTOP TERRACE Location: 64 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
Also known to many as Paris’ best-kept secret. The Printemps is a department store not too far from the Champs-Élysées. If you take the elevator to the top floor you will be in for a surprise! Have a drink and some typical French cafe food while enjoying a 360-degree stunning view of the city! On one side you have Montmartre, turn around and enjoy the Eiffel Tower!
MUSÉE D’ORSAY Location: 1 Rue de la Légion d’Honneur, 75007 Paris
Just to the side of the Seine sit the Musée D’orasy. deemed one of theworlds richest and most exciting museums. From Matisse to Van Gogh there is something for every art lover here. Being a former train station the museum itself is worth a visit just for its stunning architecture. Tickets are €14
DODO MANÈGE AT JARDIN DES PLANTES Location: 57 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris
A small but unusual sight on the list. This is the most unusual carousel in the world as it is made up entirely of endangered or extinct animals. Located in the main botanical gardens in the city, it’s worth hunting down while enjoying a nice walk through the flowers!

THE PASSAGE DES PANORAMAS Location: 11 Boulevard Montmartre, 75002 Paris
Built-in 1799, this is the oldest covered passage in Paris. With quaint boutique and unusual shops, this place has so much charm! What better way to soak up some French culture. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the eateries while browsing for a unique gift to take home.
THE SACRE COEUR CAROUSEL Location: Place Saint-Pierre, 75018 Paris
The Carousel sits pride of place at the base of the Sacre Coeur. This is such a pretty sight. This is also a fantastic place to take photos of the Eiffel Tower as you can capture the carousel and the tower from the viewing platform at the Sacre Coeur. Most definitely an Instagram winning shot right here!
THE DAMOYE COUR Location: Cour Damoye near Place de la Bastille 75011 Paris
This hidden gem is a tiny street off the beaten track. Covered in greenery this is a perfect place to walk around on a sunny day. Take a wander and grab some lunch in the idyllic streets that surround this passageway.
MUSÉE DES ARTS FORAINS Location: 53 Avenue des Terroirs de France, 75012 Paris
This again is probably one of the most unique things to do on the ultimate guide to Paris. This is no ordinary museum. This is a private collection of fairground and funfair objects! The museum itself is just mesmerising but has an eerie feel to it. They have everything for a Carousels to carnival games. You can visit the museum on a 90-minute tour. Don’t forget to book tickets in advance!

CHATEAU DE VERSAILLES Location: Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles (Just outside of Paris)
If you have time, it’s worth the trip out to visit this magnificent building. If you re into architecture or grans building this is the place for you! talk a walk through the hall of mirrors and be amazing by the grandness of this building. That not your thing? take a pew in the royal opera hall or walk the stunning gardens that lay beyond. Tickets start from €18 deepening on which tour you opt for.
DISNEYLAND AND DISNEY VILLAGE Location: Boulevard de Parc, 77700 Coupvray (Just outside of Paris)
Last but not least, My personal favourite on the ultimate guide to visiting Paris. DISNEYLAND! okay everyone knows about Disneyland, and this is only a 45-minute metro ride from the centre of Paris. The most magical way to add something unforgettable to your trip! Make sure to add in an extra day or two to get around both the parks! Tickets start from € 57. Don’t forget to check out my post all about top Disney tips!
Hopefully, this guide has given you an idea of the different types of entertainment Paris has to offer! If you can think of any unique or fun activities that have been missed off of the list please let me know in the comments below!
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It might be a cliche but i would of course love to see the Eiffel tower one day when i visit France, its on my bucket list after Germany and Malta. I’m not very fond of Disney but the photo of the Disney castle in Paris made me want to visit that as well. Love what you’ve done with the website page name as well.
I know its so beautiful! Im sure you will love it when you get chance to visit! thank you so much and i think you are one of the first people to notice that 😉 thanks x
It’s indeed a beautiful place. On my bucket list until lockdown is lifted
Great list of places! On my bucket list now
Great post! I want to visit Disneyland Paris soooooo bad. It just looks magical!
Oh you will have the most amazing time! Glad you enjoyed the post!
You’ve presented an impressive list of things-to-see-and-do in Paris! Loved reading through them all. I’ve been to Paris several times…your article brought back so many wonderful memories of that unforgettable city. Next time back (hope and pray that it is soon) I will definitely check out the rooftop terrace at Printemps. And that River Seine Cruise was just added to my bucket list. Thank you!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! i am glad you enjoyed this post and glad that it was nostalgic for you! I am glad that there are a few new places for you to enjoy too!
I recently traveled to Paris and visited a few sites that you mentioned that were also a part of my travel must sees. It’s such a beautiful city!
Im glad you enjoyed the post! I cant wait to visit again soon!
I was in Paris last year for 3 days. So much more to see! Great post.
Oh amazing! I bet you had the best time! Thanks for stopping by
I’ve always wanted to visit Paris. It’s the city of love and the Eiffel Tower is definitely the first place I’d go to. However, thanks for giving me a couple more places to go to and things to see and do while I’m there.
I’ve always wanted to visit Paris. It’s the city of love and the Eiffel Tower is definitely the first place I’d go to. However, thanks for giving me a couple more places to go to and things to see and do while I’m there.
It is so stunning, you will love it when you get to visit! I am glad you found some things you will like to do ! thanks for stopping by 🙂
I have traveled quite a bit in Europe so people are always surprised to know that I haven’t made it to Paris yet! I would love to see the Eiffel tower in person. I like that you included some free things to do in Paris in this post too like walking on the Damoye Cour. My favorite thing to do in new cities is often just walking around on interesting streets. The passage des panoramas sounds really nice with quaint shops and cafes also.
I’m glad you enjoyed the post! Wow that is surprising, it’s normally top on peoples lists of places to visit!
I’m glad you liked the tips and hopefully they will come in handy when you get the chance to visit!
Paris is literally the most beautiful city ever, thanks so much for sharing tips! I always find its frustrating leaving a city and feeling like I’ve missed out on doing something, so blogs like this help me feel like I’ve seen everything! ??
I’m glad you enjoyed the post! Paris really is beautiful! ? I am glad that there was enough in here to make you feel you would not miss out ?
Ahhhh so many amazing suggestions!!! Somehow in all my travels to Paris I have yet to make it to the catacombs!! One day! Hopefully one day soon!
I’m glad you enjoyed the post! It’s definitely a bit of an odd one but for sure worth checking out! Hopefully you can visit soon!
Truly a dream trip in the works! Thank you for amazing things to do in Paris.
Thank you for sharing this list! I have only spent 10 days in Paris, so I did not get to all of these places. Some day I hope to visit again and I’m excited to go to some of the places you recommended.
You are most welcome! I am glad you enjoyed the read! wow that sounds amazing, Im glad that I have managed to find something for you to do on your next trip!
Wow what a concise list! This article reminds me that it’s far time I returned to Paris, it’s been too long since I was there. My favourite spot is the Promenade plantée, also called The Coulée verte René-Dumont
Glad you enjoyed the post! I hope you can visit again soon! and I shall look into that and make sure to visit the next time I travel to Paris!
We have been to Paris four years back. But our trip got a little affected because of severe rains and we were forced to stay indoors one full day. Planned to go back this year but it was not to be. This guide of yours is extremely useful and informative and I would use it next year when we plan to be there gain.
Oh no! what a shame! if there is any good to come of this, Hopefully there will be even more awesome things you can plan when you do get to visit next!
That’s a great list ! I’ve been to Paris 10 years ago but it was a short visit ! I would love to go back and explore more especially Disneyland! ❤️ Hopefully we can travel again soon!
Thank you so much! That would be awesome! Disneyland is the best! I hope you manage to visit soon 🙂
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this is certainly a detailed post. For one deciding on visiting the city this post along with a large scale map is all that is needed to get a perfect launchpad from which to plan a detailed trip around the city. Kudos to a great post. I think even though there are zillions of post regarding Paris , the city is so unique and global that each post impart some definite amount of knowledge and nuggets of information. same is with your post too
We have relatives in Paris and have visited frequently but I’ve still never been to Disneyland! Great recommendations here for the first time visitor, though!
You should definitely make sure you visit next time you are in Paris! You will love it. Glad you enjoyed the post 🙂
It has been far too long since our last visit to Paris. We are so sorry that we have missed Sainte Chappelle on all visits. We have heard that the stained glass windows would leave us in awe. The catacombs are also something we would like to do on a return visit. And a day trip to Versailles would be a treat. Thanks for reminding me why we need to go back!
This is awesome! I’ve been wanting to visit Paris for so long. Can’t wait to be able to travel again and cross it off my list!
Paris is the one city that I’ve been to many times and still haven’t covered even half of it! It’s massive with a ton of attractions just waiting to be explored. Thank you for this wonderful recap of Paris’ most beautiful sites!
I am so glad that you have managed to find some new things to do on your next trip! thanks for stopping by
Paris is one of the cities I’ve frequented but I can see in this list that there are still things I haven’t done in this city! I was supposed to go to Disneyland but then a lot of people told me it’s not as good. Is that true??? Anyway, thanks for sharing this guide. Will definitely bookmark this for my next visit!
Its such a lovely city isn’t it! glad you have found some things on the list that you have not seen before! Disney is AMAZING! I would visit every weekend if we could haha!
You are soo right Paris is one of the most desirable cities to visit! I can’t wait to go!
I would love to visit Paris one day! This is a very well thought out guide for anyone who is preparing to to travel there in the future!
Im glad you enjoyed the post 🙂 I hope you are able to visit soon
Wow! You have nicely described about the places to visit in Paris. I have been there few years back in France. I would love to visit again when the Pandemic gets over and must visit the “ARC DE TRIOMPHE” – I did not notice the pedestrian walkway in the middle of it. Your blog will definitely help those who want to visit Paris.
Thanks for stopping by! I’m glad that you enjoyed this post! Hopefully we will be able to travel again soon
I’ve been to Paris several times. It’s a great city. I am going to come back to one day. I love French architecture, museums, food, and culture. It is such an exciting post; it contains many tips for people planning a trip.
Im glad that you enjoyed this post! 🙂 and that you get the chance to visit again soon
Good list, I learned a few new things to check out when we go back there (I am from France).
Oh amazing! I am glad you found some things you have not seen before
Shouting out loud, I will visit Paris very soon by the grace of God
I know Paris pretty well as I’ve been loads of times to visit my best friend but I haven’t done a lot of these. This is such a comprehensive list. I would really like to visit the Catacombs and I think my kids would love it too.
Amazing! Im glad that there are still new things for you to enjoy 🙂
I’ve visited many of the places on this list. There’s really no place like Paris. There so many gorgeous churches and interesting museums. The one place I haven’t been is the catacombs–someday I’ll make it there!
Oh amazing! I am glad you have checked a lot of these off! that’s awesome. Yes the catacombs tends to be one not many people have heard of!
I’ve been to a few places you mentioned. But there’s a lot more to explore. Thank you for the tips.
Im glad you managed to find some cool places o explore on your next trip!
This is a great list of things to see and do in Paris. I have visited Paris several times but I have not been to the Sinking House of Montmartre however, I have seen the pictures all over Instagram and I can’t wait to take my pictures there too.
How awesome is it! Definitely worth the visit! im glad you enjoyed the post, thanks for stopping by
Well I want to travel now. I’ll make sure to reference this if I’m ever lucky enough to travel to Paris!
Aw I’m glad you enjoyed the post and there were some things you would love to do! thanks for stopping by
Holy cow, that was extensive! I’ve been to Paris but so long ago, as a child, and my parents didn’t bother to research this deeply into all these great activities. I have to admit, I had to look up the sinking house and wow, so cool! I know my boys would love a trip here…when they’re older!
Im glad that there are some things on here that you have not done yet! I hope you get to visit the sinking houses next time you visit!
Very comprehensive list of highlights, and very helpful to have on hand when going there. I love it. Paris is such a magical city.
Im glad that there were some tips in here for when you visit! Thanks for stopping by
Thank you for the comprehensive post on visiting Paris! So many stunning sights to see, but for me the catacombs top my bucket list. Have always found them intriguing when reading about their history and purpose.
Thank you! im glad you enjoyed the post! I am so surprised at how many people wish to visit them! Its very interesting 🙂
My husband and I spent 2 days in Paris many years ago a d packed in as much as we could in those 2 days. It was wonderful and exhausting and part of our best memories.
aww that’s lovely! I hope you had the best time
I loved Paris and done quite many places listed above in your post within 5 days. But these 5 days were less for so many things to do here and I missed some of places like The Passage des Panormas. I love quaint boutique shops and such type of offbeat streets and therefore adding this to my next trip to Paris.
I went to Paris once for a week and I swear I only got to maybe 60% of this list! It’s such a large, enchanting place. You can go back time and time again and not see it al
Paris was in our summer plan this year but had to be called off. We have been to Paris earlier but it was just for three days which was just not enough. This seems a perfect plan as a lot of the places you mention here has not been visited by us. I am saving this to plan when we go next year again.Moulin Rogue is of great interest to me. Also Palace of Versailles which we missed out despite having a pre booked ticket as it took us a long time to reach our hotel and after the check in there was hardly any time left. I understand it requires a full day.
What a great list! I live in Paris and I think you did a great job listing all of the most important places to check out!
Thank you! Im glad you enjoyed the post 🙂
This post is awesome! paris is a bucket list item of mine and it is great to have some suggestions. Thank you
Thank you! Im glad there are some ideas in here that you can use!
Been to Paris a few times already for work. So I haven’t had time to fully explore and I still haven’t seen many places.
Of your list I’ve seen most except a couple. I did want to visit Catacombs, but the queuing there was so big that I gave it a miss! Let’s see, its not too far, may be this summer, if the international borders open!
Glad there are some things on the list you can do next time! Hopefully the queues will be better next time!
That’s a great list! I am a Parisian and I can tell 🙂 Glad you fell in love with this amazing city!
Thank you so much! this means a lot, Paris will always be one of my favourite places! Its the first place I ever visited abroad
This took me back to my days in Paris. I could go back for the wafting aromas from the bakeries. This was one place where I loved going out for my breakfast than doing it at my hotel. Arc De Triumph, Louvre were some of my favorite places but Eiffel literally took my heart away. I did miss a couple of things as I could not manage a lot in 4 days. This guide is really helpful for next time.
Paris is on my bucket list so I’ll be saving this for future reference!!
Thank you! Im glad you enjoyed this post
You’ve compiled an awesome list here! Paris is AMAZING!