- The Eiffel Tower sparkles every hour at night—best viewed from Trocadero or Champ de Mars.
- The Louvre is huge—see the Mona Lisa, but don't miss the apartments of Napoleon III.
- Montmartre is the artistic village on a hill with the Sacre-Coeur basilica and painters.
- Notre-Dame is rising from the ashes and still majestic on its island.
- A Seine river cruise at sunset is a cliché for a reason—it's beautiful.
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When to go: Spring or Fall
April-June and September-October are best. The weather is mild.
August is quiet (locals leave) but hot. December is festive.
- Best: Spring/Fall.
- August: Empty/Hot.
- Winter: Grey/Cozy.
Getting there: RER B
CDG Airport: Take RER B train to the center (fastest). RoissyBus goes to Opera.
Orly (ORY): OrlyVal + RER B or OrlyBus. Taxis have flat rates (approx €55-65).
- RER B: Train.
- Taxi: Flat rate.
- Bus: RoissyBus.
Where to stay: Marais or Latin Quarter
Le Marais (3rd/4th arr) is trendy and historic. Latin Quarter (5th) is studenty and lively.
Montmartre (18th) is romantic but far. Saint-Germain (6th) is chic and expensive.
- Marais: Trendy.
- Latin Quarter: Lively.
- Montmartre: Views.
What to see: Icons and Museums
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Orsay Museum (Impressionists). Walk the Seine banks.
Visit Sainte-Chapelle (stained glass). Arc de Triomphe (climb it!).
- Eiffel: The Icon.
- Louvre: Art.
- Orsay: Impressionism.
- Sainte-Chapelle: Glass.
Food: Bread and Bistros
Baguette (Tradition), Croissant, Macarons. Eat at a Bouillon (cheap traditional bistro like Chartier).
Cheese and wine are mandatory. Crepes for a snack.
- Baguette: Tradition.
- Croissant: Butter.
- Bouillon: Cheap bistro.
- Macaron: Laduree/Hermé.
Getting around: Metro and Walk
The Metro is dense and efficient. Walking is the best way to see the city.
Velib (bikes) are everywhere. Don't drive.
- Metro: Fast.
- Walk: Best way.
- Velib: Bike share.
Budget: Expensive
Paris is pricey. Hotels are small and expensive.
Save by eating picnics (bread/cheese/wine) in parks and walking.
- Hotels: High.
- Food: Mid/High.
- Museums: Pass available.
3 Days in Paris
Day 1: The Icons. Eiffel Tower, Seine Cruise, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees.
Day 2: Art & History. Louvre (morning), Tuileries Garden, Sainte-Chapelle, Notre-Dame.
Day 3: Bohemians. Montmartre, Sacre-Coeur. Afternoon in Le Marais.
- Day 1: Iron Lady.
- Day 2: Kings & Queens.
- Day 3: Artists.
FAQ
Are Parisians rude?
No, just busy. Always say 'Bonjour' when entering a shop. It's the magic word.
Is it safe?
Yes, but watch for pickpockets on the Metro and near sights.
Do I need to tip?
Service is included. Round up or leave €1-2 if you want, but not 20%.