Things to do in Paris

The views from the top of this iconic symbol of Paris are an unmissable highlight of any visit.

This iconic Parisian landmark commemorates one of Napoleon’s most famous victories and offers panoramic views from the top.

One of the world’s biggest and best art collections is housed in one of Paris’s most beautiful buildings.

The gothic façade of Paris’s principal place of worship is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.

This peaceful retreat in the atmospheric Latin Quarter is a popular spot to chill with the locals.

Descend deep beneath the streets of Paris to uncover one of the city’s grizzly secrets in this tourist attraction with a difference.

See Oscar Wilde’s tomb, visit the flamboyant burial site of Molière and pay your respects at the three World War I memorials.

This bright white cathedral is said by many to be one of the most visually stunning constructions in Paris.

This important collection housed in the iconic Pompidou Centre offers a changing view of contemporary masterpieces.

Experience one of the most idyllic parts of Paris in this grassy park in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower.

Whether you fell in love with the film or are a fan of the iconic architecture, don’t miss one of the greatest stage shows and most well-known landmarks in Paris.

At the heart of much of the city's rich history, this magnificent town hall is an architectural triumph. 

Dine at the Paris of the Sky for a rare chance to look out over the sprawling City of Lights beneath you.

Watch the neighborhood happenings from a café and inspect the artwork of a commanding monument at this vast public square. 

One of two islands within Paris, the Île de la Cité holds some of France’s most historically significant and outstandingly beautiful features. 

Enjoy superb views of the Eiffel Tower, visit museums and wander around an ornamental garden at a square that commemorates the Battle of Trocadero. 

Exquisite floral arrangements and world-class artwork make this garden an excellent detour from the busy streets of central Paris.

Attend a performance, browse museum exhibits and marvel at the opulent design of one of the world’s most celebrated opera houses. 

This neoclassical masterpiece is the home of five prestigious French educational institutes, the tomb of a respected cardinal and a superb library. 

Located in the heart of Paris, this bridge is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy views along the River Seine. 

Sublime architectural sites and some of the best shopping in Paris ensure that you can happily spend a day or two exploring this famous street. 

With numerous boulevards, bars, retail shops and entertainment venues, you’ll discover why this is one of the liveliest areas in Paris.

Browse the masterpieces of one of France’s finest sculptors in the rooms of an 18th-century mansion and its stunning garden. 

One of the city’s lesser visited gems features awe-inspiring stained-glass windows and one of the biggest collections of funerary art in Europe.

Marvel at the craftsmanship of a triumphal gateway built by Napoleon to commemorate his victory at the 1805 Battle of Austerlitz. 

Facing the Eiffel Tower is France’s elite military academy, where Napoleon Bonaparte enrolled as a cadet in the late 18th century. 

Appreciate panoramic city views from the top of this Gothic tower, which is the last vestige of a 16th-century church.