Paris Travel Map: 271 Places to See, Eat and Stay
Paris · 271 places in Paris
Every place we recommend in Paris on one map: sights, museums, food, bars, shopping, parks and hotels. Filter by what you want to do.
By Amit KerenPlanning what to do in Paris? This Paris travel map puts all 271 places we recommend in one place, from the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre to neighbourhood bakeries, cocktail bars, flea markets and hotels.
Use the filters beside the map to show only what you need right now: sights, museums, restaurants, cafés and pastry shops, bars, shopping, parks or hotels. Tap any spot to see what it is known for and open it in Google Maps.
Day trips are on the map too: Versailles, Fontainebleau, Chantilly, Vaux-le-Vicomte, Monet's garden in Giverny, Disneyland Paris and Parc Astérix.
Landmark & square · Landmark
Gustave Eiffel's 330 metre iron tower, built for the 1889 World's Fair. Book a timed ticket for the lift or the stairs to the second floor, or go all the way to the top. After dark it sparkles for five minutes at the start of every hour.
Viewpoint · Gardens and viewpoint
The terrace and gardens across the river from the Eiffel Tower, the classic spot for a photo of the whole tower. Go at sunrise for an empty terrace, or after dark to watch the tower sparkle.
Church & religious site · Gothic cathedral
Paris's Gothic cathedral on Île de la Cité, reopened in December 2024 after the 2019 fire. Entry is free, and booking a free time slot online skips most of the queue. The towers can be climbed with a separate ticket.
Church & religious site · Gothic chapel
A 13th-century royal chapel inside the Palais de Justice, with walls made almost entirely of stained glass. Go on a sunny day, when the upper chapel glows. Book a timed ticket, as the security queue can be long.
Viewpoint · Monument and viewpoint
Napoleon's triumphal arch at the top of the Champs-Élysées, with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier beneath it. Climb the 284 steps to the roof for a view down twelve avenues to the Eiffel Tower and La Défense. Reach it through the underground passage, never across the roundabout.
Area · Avenue
Paris's most famous avenue, almost 2 km from Place de la Concorde up to the Arc de Triomphe, lined with flagship shops, cinemas and cafés. Walk it from the Concorde end and finish at the arch.
Church & religious site · Basilica and viewpoint
The white basilica at the top of Montmartre, with one of the best free views over Paris from its steps. Entry is free; the dome has its own ticket and about 300 steps. Afterwards, wander the lanes around Place du Tertre.
Landmark & square · Opera house
The opulent 1875 opera house that inspired The Phantom of the Opera, with a marble grand staircase and a ceiling painted by Marc Chagall. Visit with a self-guided ticket during the day, or book a ballet or opera.
Landmark & square · Historic square
The oldest planned square in Paris, from 1612, with matching red-brick houses, arcades and a garden in the middle. Victor Hugo's house at number 6 is a free museum. It is the perfect start for a walk through the Marais.
Landmark & square · Monument
The domed neoclassical monument in the Latin Quarter where France buries its great citizens, including Voltaire, Victor Hugo and Marie Curie. Foucault's pendulum swings under the dome, and in the warmer months you can climb to the colonnade for a view.
Area · Canal
A 4.5 km canal in the 10th arrondissement with iron footbridges, locks and plane trees. Locals picnic on the banks on summer evenings, and the streets around it are full of cafés, bakeries and independent shops.
Palace & castle · Royal palace
The palace of Louis XIV, about 20 km south-west of Paris, with the Hall of Mirrors, the royal apartments and huge formal gardens. Take the RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche, book a timed ticket and plan most of a day. It is closed on Mondays.
Area · Latin Quarter, 5th
One of the oldest streets in Paris, running downhill from Place de la Contrescarpe past food stalls, cheese shops and cheap restaurants. Mornings are busiest at the market end.
Area · Street
The heart of the old Jewish quarter of the Marais, known for its falafel shops, bakeries and small boutiques.
Area · Pedestrian street, 12th
A short cobbled pedestrian street of pastel-painted houses near Gare de Lyon, one of the most photographed streets in Paris. People live here, so keep your voice down and don't sit on the doorsteps.
Landmark & square · Square
Paris's largest square, between the Tuileries and the Champs-Élysées. The 3,300-year-old Luxor Obelisk stands in the middle, with two fountains and views up to the Arc de Triomphe.
Landmark & square · Square, 1st
An elegant octagonal square with the Vendôme Column in the middle, the Ritz Paris and the windows of the city's top jewellers.
Palace & castle · Royal palace
Former royal residence with origins in the 12th century, offering lavish apartments and museums tracing centuries of French history.
Palace & castle · Historic château
Grand château housing a major art collection, with extensive gardens and an equine museum on the estate.
Palace & castle · Historic château
Ornate 17th-century château with a domed roof and expansive formal gardens, ideal for exploring French architecture and landscape design.
Church & religious site · Historic church
Catholic church dating to the 17th century, known for its grand facade, Delacroix murals, and monumental organ.
Church & religious site · Gothic church
Gothic church built between 1532 and 1632, with murals, sculptures, and a large pipe organ to admire inside.
Landmark & square · City hall
Paris's city hall features a grand Neo-Renaissance facade, with temporary exhibitions and interior tours available by appointment.
Landmark & square · Pedestrian bridge
This pedestrian bridge crosses the Seine between the Louvre and Institut de France, offering open views along the river.
Transport · Funicular
Operating since 1900, this short hillside railway carries visitors up to Sacré-Cœur, avoiding the climb along the adjacent steps.
Church & religious site · Mosque
Visit this mosque for its ornate square minaret, green-tiled courtyard, gardens, and guided tours.
Palace & castle · Medieval castle
This vast fourteenth-century castle offers a moat, defensive towers, and state rooms, with guided tours available daily.
Landmark & square · Artists' square
This small cobbled square in Montmartre draws visitors for portrait painters, street performers, and surrounding cafés.
Area · Historic island
This central Seine island is home to Notre-Dame and connects to both riverbanks via the historic Pont Neuf.
Viewpoint · Rooftop viewpoint
The rooftop terrace of Galeries Lafayette offers views across Paris, including the Eiffel Tower.
Landmark & square · Historic bridge
Opened in 1607, this stone bridge crosses the Seine via Île de la Cité beside an equestrian statue of Henri IV.
Landmark & square · Historic square
A triangular square on Île de la Cité, with cafés and benches for a quiet break near Pont Neuf.
Area · Seine island
This small Seine island offers boutiques, restaurants and famed Berthillon ice cream, ideal for a stroll along the river.
Church & religious site · Historic church
Built on an earlier monastery site, this 11th-century church houses René Descartes' tomb and richly painted interiors.
Landmark & square · Triumphal arch
Built to celebrate Napoleon’s military victories, this decorative arch stands between the Louvre and the Tuileries Gardens.
Landmark & square · Art installation
Daniel Buren’s striped columns fill the Palais Royal courtyard, creating a striking setting for photographs and a short stroll.
Landmark & square · Historic bridge
This ornate Beaux Arts bridge spans the Seine, with gilded sculptures and river views worth a leisurely crossing.
Landmark & square · Historic cultural center
This 13th-century Cistercian college hosts classical concerts, lectures and tours in a grand vaulted medieval hall.
Area · Scenic street
This long street in the seventh arrondissement passes the neoclassical parliament building and offers Eiffel Tower views near its western end.
Landmark & square · Public sculpture
Jeff Koons's monumental sculpture depicts a hand holding colorful tulips, offering an outdoor art stop near the Petit Palais.
Landmark & square · Street address
Building address in the Marais, useful as a navigation point rather than a separately identified visitor attraction.
Landmark & square · City square
Small square beside the Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, offering a brief architectural stop near Rue Saint-Honoré in central Paris.
Landmark & square · Historic library
Historic National Library site with the grand Oval Room and a museum displaying treasures from its collections.
Landmark & square · Historic fountain
Decorative historic fountain in Luxembourg Garden, featuring sculptures and a quiet setting shaded by trees.
Museum · Art museum
The world's most visited museum, home of the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Book a timed ticket online and pick two or three wings rather than trying to see everything. It is closed on Tuesdays.
Museum · Art museum
A small museum at the end of the Tuileries built around Monet's Water Lilies, eight huge panels in two oval rooms lit by daylight. A visit takes about an hour. It is closed on Tuesdays.
Museum · Art museum
Impressionist and post-impressionist art by Monet, Renoir, Degas and Van Gogh in a former railway station on the Left Bank. Look out over the Seine through the giant clock window on the fifth floor. It is closed on Mondays.
Museum · Art museum
Tuesday to Sunday 9:30 to 18:00, closed Monday
The world's largest Picasso collection, in a 17th-century Marais mansion: paintings, sculptures and drawings from every period of his life.
Museum · History museum
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00, closed Monday
The museum of the history of Paris, in two Marais mansions with a quiet garden courtyard. The permanent collection is free.
Museum · Museum and monument
Louis XIV's veterans' hospital, now home to the Army Museum and Napoleon's tomb under the golden dome. One ticket covers the museum and the tomb.
Museum · Art museum
European art from the 15th to 18th centuries fills an ornate 19th-century mansion, combining paintings with lavish historic interiors.
Museum · Art museum
Modern and contemporary art museum in Frank Gehry’s glass building, with roof terraces offering another reason to explore.
Museum · World cultures museum
Museum exploring the arts and civilizations of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas through collections from across these regions.
Museum · Medieval art museum
Medieval art museum in a Gothic mansion, known for its tapestries, including The Lady and the Unicorn series.
Museum · Science museum
Science and technology museum displaying historic inventions and industrial artifacts, with Foucault’s pendulum housed in a former church.
Museum · Natural history museum
Natural history gallery displaying over 7,000 preserved animal specimens in a vast 19th-century metal and glass hall.
Museum · Wax museum
Family-friendly wax museum featuring lifelike figures of French historical personalities and contemporary celebrities for close-up viewing and photos.
Museum · Contemporary art museum
Contemporary art venue in a 1930s building, presenting rotating exhibitions and performances by established and emerging artists.
Museum · Decorative arts museum
Decorative arts museum showcasing furniture, ceramics and crystal, tracing changing styles from the Middle Ages to the present.
Museum · Romantic era museum
Museum in painter Ary Scheffer’s 1830 home, exploring the Romantic era with a floor dedicated to writer George Sand.
Museum · Military history museum
Military museum at Les Invalides, displaying weapons and uniforms that trace French conflicts, with access to Napoleon’s tomb.
Museum · Anthropology museum
Anthropology museum at the Trocadéro exploring human evolution and diversity, with collections rooted in the royal cabinet of curiosities.
Museum · Maritime museum
Maritime museum at the Trocadéro displaying ship models, oil paintings and seafaring artifacts that explore France’s relationship with the sea.
Museum · Contemporary art foundation
Contemporary art foundation presenting temporary exhibitions across artistic disciplines, offering a changing introduction to international artists and their work.
Museum · Art and history
Museum tracing Montmartre’s artistic history in a 17th-century house with gardens, on a site where Renoir once worked.
Museum · Hunting and nature
Hunting and nature museum in two historic mansions, combining artworks and taxidermy to explore relationships between humans and animals.
Museum · Art museum
Art museum beside the Luxembourg Gardens, hosting temporary exhibitions that include painting, photography and work by women artists.
Museum · Science history museum
Museum in Marie Curie’s former laboratory, exploring the history of radioactivity and its role in cancer research.
Museum · Architecture museum
Museum at the Trocadéro exploring French architecture and national monuments through exhibitions and architectural casts.
Museum · Aviation museum
Aviation and space museum at Le Bourget with indoor and outdoor aircraft displays, simulators, and an interactive children's area.
Museum · Exhibition hall
Built in 1900, this grand exhibition hall hosts art exhibitions and cultural events beneath its vast domed glass roof.
Museum · Infrastructure museum
Explore underground passageways and sanitation exhibits for a close look at the workings of Paris's sewer network.
Museum · Sculpture museum
An eighteenth-century mansion and sculpture garden display Rodin's works, including The Thinker, across indoor and outdoor spaces.
Museum · Art museum
This art museum holds a substantial collection of Claude Monet's paintings alongside works by other Impressionist artists.
Museum · Science museum
This vast science and technology museum offers interactive exhibits and multimedia displays for hands-on exploration.
Museum · Magic museum
Explore the history of illusionists from the eighteenth century to today through exhibits and live magic shows.
Museum · Fairground museum
Guided tours explore former wine cellars filled with historic objects from fairgrounds, theaters and music halls.
Museum · Historic prison museum
This Gothic former royal palace became a Revolutionary prison, where exhibits trace its history and Marie Antoinette's imprisonment.
Museum · Illusion museum
Interactive exhibits use optical illusions and tricks of perception, offering playful photo opportunities and hands-on experiments.
Museum · Digital art center
Immersive exhibitions project artworks across walls and floors, pairing large-scale moving images with music in a former foundry.
Museum · Chocolate museum
Explore cocoa’s history through chocolate-themed exhibits, chocolatier demonstrations and tastings, with tours designed for children too.
Museum · Fine arts museum
This richly decorated building from 1900 houses fine art spanning the Renaissance to the 20th century.
Museum · Contemporary art museum
Contemporary art from François Pinault's collection fills a historic commodities exchange, combining changing exhibitions with remarkable circular architecture.
Museum · Children's art museum
Children's art museum introducing famous artists through interactive exhibitions and hands-on activities designed to make art accessible to young visitors.
Museum · Artist studios
Former artists' squat turned contemporary art space, where visitors can explore working studios and exhibitions on Rue de Rivoli.
Attraction · Underground ossuary
Tunnels under the 14th arrondissement holding the bones of about six million Parisians, moved here from the city's cemeteries from the 1780s. The walk is 1.5 km, with 131 steps down and 112 back up. Book well ahead, as tickets sell out.
Attraction · Cabaret
The cabaret with the red windmill, home of the French cancan since 1889. Shows run every night at 21:00 and 23:00. Book ahead, or just see the windmill lit up after dark.
Attraction · Concert hall
Concert hall opened in 2015, known for its angular architecture and wave-shaped auditorium with acclaimed acoustics.
Attraction · Theme park
Disney theme park resort with family rides, live shows, character encounters, and hotels for longer stays.
Attraction · Theme park
Theme park inspired by the Astérix comics, with roller coasters, family rides, shows, and costumed characters.
Attraction · Miniature park
Seasonal outdoor park shaped like France, displaying miniature versions of French landmarks for a countrywide tour in one visit.
Attraction · River cruises
Seine sightseeing and dining cruises offer views of riverside landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, from boats departing near Pont de l'Alma.
Attraction · River cruises
Sightseeing boats depart beside Pont Neuf for Seine cruises, offering views of Parisian bridges and monuments from the water.
Attraction · Historic cinema
This Art Deco cinema features a vast auditorium with Moorish architectural details and a starry ceiling.
Attraction · Amusement park
This longstanding amusement park in the Bois de Boulogne offers rides, play areas, workshops, and events for families.
Attraction · Circus
A family-run circus in Paris's 15th arrondissement staging live shows under a big top, with acrobatics and clown acts.
Attraction · Aquarium
This aquarium near the Trocadéro offers marine life displays, sharks and a touch pool for a family outing.
Attraction · River cruise
Nighttime cruise on the Seine, offering views of illuminated riverside buildings and bridges from the water.
Attraction · Model sailboat rentals
Traditional model sailboats rented at the Luxembourg Gardens pond let children steer miniature boats across the water with wooden sticks.
Park & garden · Formal garden
The formal garden between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, laid out in the 1660s by André Le Nôtre. Grab one of the green chairs by the ponds, then walk on to the Orangerie at the far end.
Park & garden · Park
The Left Bank's favourite park, around the palace where the French Senate sits. Rent a toy sailboat on the big pond, find the Medici Fountain and sit in the famous green chairs.
Park & garden · Cemetery
Paris's largest cemetery and a peaceful walk along tree-lined paths, with the graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Édith Piaf and Chopin. Entry is free. Download a map before you go, as it is easy to get lost.
Park & garden · Artist's gardens
Monet's home in Giverny pairs flower gardens and a water lily pond with rooms displaying his collection of Japanese prints.
Park & garden · Landscape park
Created in a former quarry, this hilly 19th-century park offers lakeside walks, waterfalls and shade beneath tall trees.
Park & garden · Historic park
This landscaped park combines tree-lined paths and statues with unusual decorative structures, including an 18th-century colonnade and pyramid.
Park & garden · Linear park
Following a former railway, this planted walking route includes elevated gardens and a leafy alternative to surrounding city streets.
Park & garden · Contemporary park
Designed in the 1990s, this urban park combines gardens and water features with tethered balloon rides for elevated city views.
Park & garden · Botanical garden
These floral gardens showcase around 3,000 plant species, with an artificial lake, pavilions and summer concerts adding reasons to linger.
Park & garden · Zoo
This zoo recreates natural habitats, with giraffes and zebras in savannah landscapes and penguins in a Patagonia-inspired zone.
Park & garden · Historic zoo
This historic zoo and breeding centre in the Jardin des Plantes houses some animals in original 19th-century buildings.
Park & garden · Botanical garden
This extensive botanical garden features diverse plant collections, an alpine garden, and restored nineteenth-century greenhouses.
Park & garden · Park lake
This lake in the Bois de Boulogne offers wooded waterside paths for leisurely walks away from central Paris.
Park & garden · Riverside garden
This small garden at the western tip of Île de la Cité offers greenery and close-up Seine views.
Park & garden · Urban park
Expansive lawns, sculptures and fountains surround a museum, cinema and music complex, combining outdoor breaks with cultural visits.
Park & garden · Palace garden
The landscaped garden of a 17th-century palace offers a large fountain, tree-lined walkways and flowerbeds for a central Paris stroll.
Park & garden · Tower gardens
Gardens around the Eiffel Tower feature ponds, trees and winding paths, offering close-up views of the tower amid greenery.
Restaurant · Café and restaurant
Wednesday to Sunday from 12:00, closed Monday and Tuesday
The pink house on the corner of Rue de l'Abreuvoir, one of the most photographed spots in Montmartre. Painted by Utrillo, it is still a small restaurant today.
Restaurant · Mexican restaurant
Mexican spot pairing creative tacos and simple side dishes with classic cocktails for a casual meal and drinks.
Restaurant · French restaurant
Casual French restaurant on Île Saint-Louis serving sandwiches, crepes, salads and main courses, with sidewalk seating.
Restaurant · Ramen restaurant
Ramen restaurant specializing in fish-based broths, with immersive decor recreating the atmosphere of Tokyo's former Tsukiji fish market.
Restaurant · Udon restaurant
Compact Japanese restaurant serving udon noodles, tempura and rice bowls, with counter seating and a vaulted basement dining room.
Restaurant · Breakfast restaurant
Lively breakfast restaurant known for eggs, pancakes and coffee, served in an industrial-style dining space.
Restaurant · Steak restaurant
French restaurant known for its set meal of walnut salad followed by steak, signature sauce and fries.
Restaurant · Alsatian brasserie
Lavish Belle Époque brasserie serving Alsatian specialties such as sauerkraut alongside seafood platters near Place de la Bastille.
Restaurant · French bistro
Traditional French bistro offering classic dishes and an extensive wine list in vintage dining rooms with tiled floors.
Restaurant · French bistro
Unpretentious, colorful bistro serving regional French classics, sandwiches and daily specials near Place Vendôme.
Restaurant · French restaurant
French restaurant at the Musée de l’Homme, with outdoor tables overlooking the Eiffel Tower from the Trocadéro.
Restaurant · Breton crêperie
Cozy, wood-lined Montparnasse crêperie serving savory buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes, with sidewalk tables for outdoor meals.
Restaurant · Fine dining
Elegant restaurant on the Eiffel Tower's second floor, pairing creative French cuisine with sweeping views across Paris.
Restaurant · French fine dining
Historic restaurant in the Palais-Royal arcade serving refined French cooking and wine pairings in an opulent 18th-century setting.
Restaurant · French fine dining
French fine dining restaurant offering creatively plated dishes in a richly decorated Regency-style dining room, complemented by an extensive wine cellar.
Restaurant · French fine dining
Elegant restaurant at Le Bristol Paris specializing in French fine dining and wine, with views over a courtyard garden.
Restaurant · French fine dining
French fine dining restaurant highlighting seasonal vegetables grown in its own kitchen gardens, ideal for exploring produce-focused cooking.
Restaurant · French fine dining
Sophisticated French restaurant offering inventive dishes through à la carte and fixed-price menus, with wine pairings to accompany the meal.
Restaurant · Fine dining restaurant
Restaurant serving refined tasting menus of creative dishes with wine pairings in a minimalist dining room.
Restaurant · French restaurant
Intimate restaurant serving seasonal French dishes with global influences and chef's choice menus in a rustic-chic setting.
Restaurant · Seafood restaurant
Seafood restaurant with a changing menu of creative fish and shellfish dishes, served with wine in a rustic-chic space.
Restaurant · French bistro
Casual French bistro with outdoor tables, offering breakfast, traditional meals and desserts near the Odéon.
Restaurant · French bistro
Compact, relaxed bistro serving elevated meat and seafood dishes made with sustainably sourced ingredients.
Restaurant · Seafood bistro
Stylish seafood bistro offering shellfish and seafood platters alongside steaks and desserts, with outdoor tables for alfresco dining.
Restaurant · Traditional French restaurant
Long-established French restaurant serving regional dishes, wine and desserts in an elegant Art Nouveau dining room.
Restaurant · French bistro
Popular casual bistro serving traditional French mains and desserts, with house wines available by the glass.
Restaurant · French restaurant
Historic restaurant pairing traditional French cooking with elaborate Art Nouveau interiors, ideal for a meal surrounded by decorative details.
Restaurant · French bistro
Old-school bistro serving refined versions of traditional French dishes alongside wines in a warm, welcoming dining room.
Restaurant · French brasserie
Traditional brasserie serving French classics, including sauerkraut with pork, in a dining room decorated with mirrors and ornamental tiles.
Restaurant · French brasserie
Refined Montparnasse brasserie with Art Deco features, serving creative French cooking and seasonal dishes in a distinctive dining room.
Restaurant · French brasserie
Relaxed brasserie serving breakfast, French dishes and charcuterie boards, with draft beers and cocktails to accompany your meal.
Restaurant · Rooftop restaurant
Rooftop restaurant offering modern interpretations of French classics on an elegant terrace with views of the Eiffel Tower.
Restaurant · Seafood restaurant
Upscale seafood restaurant at Trocadéro, pairing gourmet dishes with a terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower.
Restaurant · French restaurant
Stylish restaurant in the Palais de Tokyo serving French classics and brunch with views of the Eiffel Tower.
Restaurant · Australian diner
Busy Australian diner on Boulevard Saint-Germain, serving comfort food in a vintage-style setting with outdoor seating.
Restaurant · Italian restaurant
Italian restaurant from the Big Mamma group on Boulevard Richard-Lenoir, serving pizzas and pasta for a hearty meal.
Restaurant · Italian restaurant
Italian restaurant on Rue Vivienne serving pizza and pasta in a dramatic dining room with mirrored ceilings.
Restaurant · Falafel restaurant
Casual Middle Eastern eatery on Rue des Rosiers, known for falafel, shawarma and kebabs served with Israeli wines.
Restaurant · Israeli restaurant
Israeli restaurant in the Marais known for stuffed pitas and whole roasted cauliflower, ideal for a casual meal.
Restaurant · Breton crêperie
Breton crêperie in the Marais serving savory buckwheat galettes, sweet crêpes and cider for a relaxed sit-down meal.
Restaurant · Burger restaurant
French burger restaurant on Place du Marché Saint-Honoré, serving burgers with French cheeses and fries for a quick meal.
Restaurant · Seafood brasserie
A riverside brasserie in Levallois-Perret serving a seafood-focused menu alongside cocktails and wine.
Restaurant · Pizzeria
This lively Italian restaurant on Rue Réaumur is known for Neapolitan-style pizzas in a bustling dining room.
Restaurant · Steak frites restaurant
A lively restaurant serving steak frites and wine, with Art Nouveau-style mirrors and framed Mucha posters decorating the dining room.
Restaurant · Provençal bistro
A convivial bistro serving Provençal dishes, with an extensive pastis selection for an aperitif before your meal.
Restaurant · Latin American restaurant
Latin American dishes and cocktails are served in an elaborately decorated restaurant with a terrace surrounded by greenery.
Restaurant · Historic French restaurant
An ornate 19th-century institution serving French dishes, brunch and desserts, with views of the Palais Garnier opera house.
Restaurant · French bistro
A stylish bistro on Rue Saint-Honoré serving contemporary takes on French classics alongside creative house cocktails.
Restaurant · Slavic-inspired restaurant
An opulent restaurant near the Trocadéro offering Slavic-inspired dining, with caviar and smoked salmon among its specialties.
Restaurant · French bistro
A colorful bistro on Rue de Rivoli with floral decor and outdoor tables for meals, coffee or cocktails.
Restaurant · Italian food hall
A sprawling Italian food hall serving pizzas, pastas, cocktails and desserts in a lively, market-style setting.
Restaurant · French restaurant
A French restaurant on Rue de Vaugirard, offering a sit-down meal in Paris’s sixth arrondissement.
Restaurant · Italian restaurant
This multilevel Italian restaurant near Pigalle serves pizza and pasta in colorful dining rooms, including a glass-roofed top floor.
Restaurant · French restaurant
Inside Gare de Lyon, this lavish restaurant serves classic French dishes beneath frescoes and chandeliers.
Restaurant · Hotel restaurant
Located in the Sofitel Le Scribe near Opéra Garnier, Rivages offers a meal stop within a historic Parisian hotel.
Restaurant · Japanese restaurant
Japanese restaurant on Rue des Écouffes, offering a meal stop while exploring the streets of the Marais.
Restaurant · Burger restaurant
Burger restaurant on Rue de Douai in the ninth arrondissement, serving a casual meal with takeaway available.
Restaurant · French bistro
Neighbourhood bistro on Rue Versigny serving French dishes and burgers, with vegetarian options for a casual meal.
Restaurant · Historic French restaurant
Restaurant dating to the seventeenth century, serving coq au vin, snails and steaks amid historic decor and street tables.
Restaurant · Upscale French restaurant
Upscale restaurant beside the Louvre, with ornate interiors and outdoor tables beneath an arched passage overlooking the museum courtyard.
Restaurant · Steak frites restaurant
This Paris restaurant specializes in steak with its signature sauce and fries, preceded by a simple walnut salad.
Restaurant · Crêperie
This Rue Mouffetard crêperie is known for generously filled savory galettes and sweet crêpes, ideal for a takeaway meal.
Restaurant · American diner
This American diner serves pancakes, eggs and burgers, offering a familiar breakfast or casual meal in the Marais.
Restaurant · Motorsport-themed restaurant
A motorsport-themed restaurant serving steak, burgers and pizza, with classic cars and a racing simulator adding to the experience.
Restaurant · French comfort food
This French restaurant pairs childhood-inspired comfort food with nostalgic decor, making it a playful choice for a casual meal.
Restaurant · Immersive restaurant
This immersive restaurant uses jungle-themed decor, projections and sound effects to turn a meal into a tropical forest experience.
Restaurant · French brasserie
A casual French brasserie serving classics such as galettes and crème brûlée, with outdoor tables on Rue Saint-Honoré.
Restaurant · American diner
An American-style diner with retro decor, serving burgers and milkshakes for a casual meal near Les Halles.
Restaurant · Brewery restaurant
Brique House's Paris venue combines craft beer with food in a colorful retro setting on Rue Montmartre.
Restaurant · Asian fusion restaurant
Refined restaurant on the Champs-Élysées serving Asian fusion dishes, with a bar and a warm atmosphere.
Restaurant · French brasserie
Elegant café serving classic French brasserie dishes, coffee and aperitifs, with outdoor seating on Place des Pyramides.
Café & dessert · Historic café
Historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés café associated with writers and artists, serving coffee and traditional French dishes with terrace seating.
Café & dessert · Coffee shop
Small coffee shop beside the Palais Royal gardens, offering coffee and sweet treats for a garden stroll.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Celebrated Parisian pastry house known for macarons with inventive flavor combinations, alongside chocolates and other sweet creations.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Acclaimed bakery by Cédric Grolet offering elaborately crafted cakes and pastries in a chic setting on Avenue de l’Opéra.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Upscale Parisian pastry house on the Champs-Élysées, best known for French macarons in a wide range of flavors.
Café & dessert · French bakery
Traditional bakery serving French pastries and signature pain des amis bread in an 1875 shop with painted ceilings.
Café & dessert · Chocolate shop
Artisan chocolate shop known for handcrafted chocolates, with a bright interior featuring exposed brick walls on Rue de Turenne.
Café & dessert · Ice cream shop
Ice cream maker on Île Saint-Louis serving ice creams, sorbets and pastries in a wood-paneled tea room.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
French pastry shop and tearoom near the Tuileries, offering classic pâtisserie for a sweet break while sightseeing.
Café & dessert · French bakery
Historic Parisian bakery on Rue du Cherche-Midi, known for its large sourdough loaves and buttery punitions biscuits.
Café & dessert · Artisan bakery
Neighborhood bakery specializing in artisanal breads, cookies and pastries, with coffee and sandwiches for a quick lunch.
Café & dessert · Artisan bakery
Small, popular neighborhood bakery offering cream eclairs, apple pastries and classic French loaves for a sweet or savory stop.
Café & dessert · Chocolate shop
Alain Ducasse's chocolate boutique offers pralines, ganaches and chocolate bars, ideal for sampling or taking home as gifts.
Café & dessert · Chocolate shop
Chocolatier known for sculptural chocolate creations and refined pralines, with boxed chocolates to taste or bring home.
Café & dessert · Ice cream shop
Busy, informal ice cream shop serving housemade ice creams and coffee, with outdoor seating for a break in the Marais.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Pastry boutique bringing together creations from leading pastry chefs, letting you sample different makers at one Montorgueil address.
Café & dessert · Tea house
Historic French tea house in the Marais, offering a wide selection of loose-leaf teas to taste or take home.
Café & dessert · Coffee shop
Tiny coffee shop in a former cobbler's storefront, known for specialty coffee and its preserved blue shopfront.
Café & dessert · Coffee roastery
Coffee roastery serving beans sourced worldwide in hot and cold drinks, with a pavement terrace on Avenue Trudaine.
Café & dessert · Coffee shop
Coffee shop on Rue Augereau in the seventh arrondissement, offering pastries and sandwiches for a simple café stop.
Café & dessert · Tea room
Established in 1903, this Belle Époque tea room is known for rich hot chocolate and refined pastries.
Café & dessert · Cat café
Resident cats roam this retro-decorated café, where visitors can enjoy coffee, cakes and light meals.
Café & dessert · Tea room
A tea room on Place des Vosges known for pastries, macarons and hot chocolate beneath the square's arcades.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Specializing in cream-filled choux pastries, this pastry shop offers assorted flavors for a sweet stop in the Marais.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Known for French macarons in assorted flavors, this Parisian pastry house offers a sweet stop at Gare de Lyon.
Café & dessert · Bakery
This Latin Quarter bakery is known for its buttery croissants, a convenient breakfast stop on Boulevard Saint-Germain.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Founded in 1730, this elegant pâtisserie on Rue Montorgueil offers elaborate pastries alongside savory baked goods.
Café & dessert · Coffee shop
Coffee spot on Rue Saint-Antoine, offering a convenient stop for a drink while exploring the Marais.
Café & dessert · Ice cream shop
Lebanese ice cream shop known for organic scoops topped with crushed pistachios, ideal for a sweet stop on Rue Rambuteau.
Café & dessert · Chocolate shop
French chocolatier on Rue Saint-Sulpice, known for chocolates and chocolate mousse to enjoy during a Left Bank stroll.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Pastry chef Carl Marletti's shop on Rue Censier offers elaborate pastries, chocolates and macarons for a sweet stop.
Café & dessert · Ice cream shop
Fairy-tale-themed sweet shop near the Opéra serving ice cream and sweets in a colourful setting suited to a family treat.
Café & dessert · Nut confectionery shop
This specialty shop on Place de l'Alma focuses on pistachios, nuts and confectionery, ideal for edible gifts or sweet treats.
Café & dessert · Ice cream shop
Artisan ice cream shop in the Marais, known for inventive ice cream flavors, sorbets and frozen desserts.
Café & dessert · Historic café
Longstanding Saint-Germain café known for its celebrity clientele, serving coffee and familiar French dishes at a corner location.
Café & dessert · Pastry shop
Pastry shop known for elaborate cream puffs, with outdoor tables offering views of Notre Dame.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Wood-paneled cocktail bar serving classic and bespoke drinks, with a cellar piano bar for an evening of music.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Intimate cocktail bar known for creative drinks and inventive presentation, suited to exploring flavors beyond the classics.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar focused on French spirits, offering inventive drinks that introduce lesser-known domestic distilleries and ingredients.
Bar · Rooftop bar
Rooftop bar in Ménilmontant offering cocktails and views across Paris rooftops, ideal for an open-air evening drink.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Stylish cocktail bar serving inventive drinks, craft beers and refined bar food, combining an evening drink with small bites.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Compact, pink-hued bar making seasonal cocktails to order, with outdoor seating for drinks along Boulevard du Temple.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Intimate cocktail bar at the Ritz Paris, with leather armchairs and sepia photographs recalling its namesake American writer.
Bar · Cocktail bar
Cocktails and classic fish dishes meet rustic-chic interiors and a leafy terrace beside Canal Saint-Martin.
Bar · Rooftop bar
The rooftop terrace at Printemps Haussmann offers drinks with sweeping views across Paris, ideal for a shopping break.
Shop · Department store
The flagship department store under a huge stained-glass dome on Boulevard Haussmann. Take the escalators to the free rooftop terrace for a view of the Opéra and the Eiffel Tower, and step out on the glass walkway under the dome.
Shop · Bookshop
Monday to Saturday 10:00 to 20:00, Sunday 12:00 to 19:00
The famous English-language bookshop facing Notre-Dame, with creaky floors, reading nooks upstairs and a café next door.
Shop · Luxury shopping, 8th
The most luxurious shopping street in Paris, with Dior, Chanel and other fashion houses, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée and the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.
Shop · Department store
Upscale department store dating to the nineteenth century, known for designer fashion, homewares, beauty products and gourmet groceries.
Shop · Taxidermy shop
Taxidermy shop founded in 1831, displaying mounted animals, insect specimens and fossils in a museum-like setting.
Shop · Concept store
Three-story boutique offering fashion, homewares and design objects in spacious interiors beneath a glass roof.
Shop · Kitchenware shop
Historic kitchenware shop known for copper cookware, professional utensils and baking equipment, appealing to cooks and food enthusiasts.
Shop · Toy shop
Toy shop offering wooden toys, games and soft toys, a useful stop for children's gifts.
Market · Flea market
Sprawling flea market north of Paris, known for antique furniture, vintage clothing and collectible objects across interconnected markets.
Shop · Gourmet food hall
Gourmet food hall combining groceries, pastries and deli counters with restaurants and a wine cellar for food shopping.
Shop · Harry Potter shop
This Harry Potter-themed shop sells wizarding merchandise and gifts, a dedicated shopping stop for fans of the series.
Shop · Covered shopping arcade
This 19th-century glass-and-iron arcade combines small shops, a wax museum and a hotel along a sheltered pedestrian passage.
Shop · Covered shopping arcade
Historic covered shopping arcade with mosaic floors and a glass roof, offering boutiques and a sheltered stroll near Palais Royal.
Shop · Shopping village
Former wine warehouses line a pedestrian courtyard with shops and restaurants, offering relaxed browsing near Parc de Bercy.
Shop · Department store
Department store opposite Paris City Hall, known for fashion, homewares and a substantial DIY department.
Shop · Luxury department store
Historic department store near Pont Neuf combining striking Art Nouveau interiors with luxury fashion, handbags and fragrances.
Shop · Luxury fashion boutique
Dior's historic flagship on Avenue Montaigne offers designer clothing, jewellery and accessories in the fashion house's original Paris address.
Shop · Shopping passage
Elegant pedestrian passage off Rue Royale, lined with boutiques and historic buildings for a quiet shopping detour.
Shop · Shopping mall
Large central Paris shopping mall with fashion stores and dining options, directly connected to Châtelet Les Halles station.
Shop · Covered shopping passage
Covered shopping passage dating to 1799, among Paris's earliest, with ornate architecture and shops along its sheltered walkway.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel on Place Vendôme offering elegant rooms, upscale dining and a spa for a refined central Paris stay.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel dating to 1925, with plush rooms, acclaimed restaurants, a spa and an indoor pool for a relaxing stay.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Ornately decorated luxury hotel offering elegant rooms, renowned dining, a stylish bar and a spa for an indulgent Paris stay.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel beside the Seine offering refined restaurants, a bar, a spa and an indoor pool for a riverfront stay.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel offering elegant rooms and suites, Eiffel Tower views, a renowned restaurant and a spa for a memorable stay.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel on Place de la Concorde with three restaurants, an opulent bar, an indoor pool and a spa.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Regal hotel on Rue de Rivoli offering lavish rooms, two upscale restaurants, a patisserie, a bar and a spa.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel on Avenue Kléber with fine dining, a rooftop bar overlooking Paris, a spa and an indoor pool.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel on Rue Saint-Honoré offering two gourmet restaurants, a stylish bar and a spa with an indoor pool.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Sophisticated Left Bank hotel with stylish rooms and suites, an upscale brasserie, a pool and a spa.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel with interiors by Philippe Starck, acclaimed dining, a spa and a cinema for guests seeking design and entertainment.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Elegant hotel on Place des Vosges offering a spa, a fitness center and a refined lounge bar.
Hotel · Boutique hotel
Boutique hotel in a nineteenth-century Montmartre townhouse, offering lavish suites, a refined restaurant and a cocktail bar.
Hotel · Disney hotel
Luxury Disney hotel at the entrance to Disneyland Park, with royal-themed interiors and convenient access to the attractions.
Hotel · Boutique hotel
Upscale hotel in the Marais with playful design, a cosmopolitan restaurant, a cocktail bar and a spa.
Hotel · Apartment hotel
Apartment-style accommodation on Rue Bouchardon offers a base in Paris's tenth arrondissement for travellers seeking more space.
Hotel · Boutique hotel
This Marais hotel offers colourful, individually styled rooms and suites, free Wi-Fi, and a casual self-service bar.
Hotel · Luxury hotel
Luxury hotel on Avenue Montaigne offering five restaurants, a bar, a spa, and views of the Eiffel Tower.
Hotel
Accommodation in Les Halles on Rue de la Cossonnerie, conveniently placed for central Paris shopping and transport connections.
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Rue de Rivoli, Tuileries
Best for: Palace hotel
Palace hotel facing the Tuileries Garden, with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a short walk to the Louvre.
Avenue Montaigne
Best for: Fashion and luxury
Dorchester Collection palace hotel on Avenue Montaigne, with many rooms looking toward the Eiffel Tower.
Trocadéro
Best for: Eiffel Tower views
Former home of Prince Roland Bonaparte facing the Eiffel Tower across the Seine, with an indoor pool.
Place des Vosges, Le Marais
Best for: Romantic stay
Ivy-covered hotel hidden behind the arcades of Place des Vosges, with a spa, in the heart of the Marais.
Louvre, near the Tuileries
Best for: Location
Classic hotel next to the Louvre, a short walk from the Tuileries, Place Vendôme and Avenue de l'Opéra.
Grands Boulevards
Best for: Rooftop bar
Design hotel by the Experimental group with a rooftop bar and an Italian restaurant, close to the Opéra and the department stores.
Saint-Germain and Montparnasse
Best for: Couples
Boutique hotel with a small spa on a quiet street near the Luxembourg Gardens.
Latin Quarter
Best for: Latin Quarter
Small boutique hotel near the Arènes de Lutèce and Rue Mouffetard, a 10 minute walk to Notre-Dame.
Latin Quarter
Best for: Value
Small boutique hotel in the Latin Quarter, handy for Notre-Dame, Saint-Michel and Rue Mouffetard.
Near Gare de l'Est
Best for: Budget
Budget hostel with private rooms near Gare de l'Est, close to Canal Saint-Martin and Belleville.
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