20 Things To Do In Paris France

If you’re planning on doing some traveling in Europe, specifically in Paris, France then I have all the information you’ll need. I’ll be letting you know the ultimate 20 things to do in Paris France for your trip.

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It’s been a few years since I’ve been to Paris and I’ve been dreaming of going back. I was thinking about all the places to visit in Paris, France and decided a great idea would be to share all of the best things to do in Paris France with you too. Paris is such a romantic city but it also has tons of culture and amazing buildings to see which I will be teaching you about.

If you’re wondering where to stay check out the Hotel Parisianer. This hotel has stylish gorgeous rooms and is located in the 12th arrondissement which is close to both the Louvre Museum and the Notre Dame Cathedral.

1. Eiffel Tower

Let’s start this list of things to do in Paris with the one I’m sure you all know about, the Eiffel Tower. If you don’t know, the Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower located in the Champ de Mars in Paris. A little interesting fact about the Eiffel Tower is that it’s actually named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel. I would consider going to the top of the Eiffel Tower one of the most romantic things to do in Paris. This is also a Paris attraction you can see both at day or night. I personally visited in the day and took pictures in front of it and then went to the top that night.

2. Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum is the largest museum in the world. It’s located on the right bank of the Seine river in Paris. I’m sure you’ve all seen pictures of people in Paris with that large pyramid looking structure; that’s the Louvre Museum. I remember going here when I was in Paris and being shocked at how big the museum was even though I knew it was the largest in the world. There is so much to see in the Louvre but specifically you can see the Mona Lisa. The Mona Lisa is behind bullet proof glass and was actually a little difficult to see because it’s a lot smaller than I thought it would be and of course, there were a lot of people surrounding it trying to see it.

 

3. Notre Dame de Paris

The Notre Dame de Paris a medieval Catholic cathedral located on the Île de la Cité in Paris. You may not know this but the translation for the Notre Dame de Paris is Our Lady of Paris. The architecture of this cathedral is amazing inside and out and is definitely worth seeing. However, the Notre Dame did burn down in early 2019 but is being rebuilt. Once it’s rebuilt it’s a must see on your trip to Paris.

4. Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe is a famous monument in Paris, France. It’s located on the western end of the Champs-Élysées. It’s in the center of a large roundabout so you can see it while driving but you can also cross the street to go stand under it as well. An interesting fact about the Arc de Triomphe is that it honors those who fought and died in France in the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars.

5. Palace of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles is located in the department of Yvelines which is about 20 km southwest of the center of Paris. The Palace of Versailles was the main royal residence from 1682 to 1789. This palace has tons of history and is absolutely breathtaking to look at. This is a place that needs to be on your Paris bucket list.

6. Paris Bus Tour

A great way to see a lot of Paris easily is by going on a bus tour. There are so many amazing ones available that I’ll link for you below through Get Your Guide. When you take a bus tour the purpose of the tour is to show you so many of the best places in Paris in a short amount of time. If you’re only in Paris for a short trip a bus tour is a great way to see a lot in the short amount time you have.

 

7. Dinner Cruise

A dinner cruise is such a great idea specifically for couples but for anyone else as well. It’s something a little different than just a dinner at a restaurant. Also, you’ll get to see the beautiful views of Paris from the river while you enjoy your dinner which is such a great way to see Paris.

 

8. Catacombs

The Catacombs of Paris is actually located underground and has the remains of more than 6 million people in a small part of a tunnel network. Now this attraction isn’t necessarily for everyone. This can be a little creepy but it’s also something different that you should try and see.

9. Paris Bike Tour

Another exciting way to see Paris is by going on a bike tour. There are so many to choose from and this is another great way to see the city. Also, there are a lot of places in Paris that just let you rent bikes if you’d rather go on your own. Either way both are great. I went on a bike tour when I went to Paris and I loved that we went through small streets and could see little shops we probably wouldn’t without going on the bike tour.

 

10. Chocolate Tour and Tasting

Another interesting thing to do in Paris is to go on a chocolate tasting tour. Obviously this is a tasty idea but I went to pastry school and know that chocolate is so complicated. It’s something that would be so fun to learn about and see how they make everything they do.

11. Père Lachaise Cemetery

The Père Lachaise Cemetery is located in the 20th arrondissement in Paris. It’s the largest cemetery in Paris and has over 3.5 million visitors every year. Some of the most famous people buried in this cemetery are Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Frédéric Chopin, and Rossini. There are quite a few more famous people in this cemetery so I recommend looking them up and seeing what they’re famous for then finding them in this cemetery.

12. Disneyland In Paris

Another great place to visit is Disneyland. It’s only about 32km from the center of Paris. Disneyland is always fun for adults or children so I would recommend checking out Disneyland if you can while you’re traveling in Paris.

13. Bakery

One of the top things I will be doing when I go back to Paris one day is visiting tons of bakeries. Now that I’ve gone to pastry school I know that some of the best baked goods are french patisserie which is why you really need to check out as many as you can.

14. Picasso Museum

The Picasso Museum is located in the Hôtel Salé in rue de Thorigny. This museum is dedicated to the art work of Pablo Picasso. Pablo Picasso was a famous painter, sculptor, print maker, ceramicist, and theater designer. Make sure you put this museum on your list of things to see.

15. Paris Cooking Class

Another engaging activity to do while traveling in Paris is to attend a cooking class. There are so many amazing chefs in the France area so it’s a great idea to learn from the professionals while you’re there one day.

 

16. Paris Food Tour

Another great way to experience the food Paris has to offer is by going on a food tour. There are plenty to choose from so I’ll leave some below that you can book through Get Your Guide so you know they are trustworthy tours to purchase.

 

17. Palais-Royal Gardens

The Palais-Royal Gardens are amazing gardens at a 17th century palace. An excellent way to escape from the busy tourist areas is by going for a walk in the beautiful landscaped grounds at Palais-Royal.

18. Luxembourg Gardens

The Luxembourg Gardens are another breath taking garden that you should visit. It’s located in the 6th arrondissement in Paris. The gardens were originally created in 1612 by Marie de’ Medici who was the widow of King Henry IV of France. This stunning garden is a must see, which earns it a spot to on your list of places to see.

19. Le Marais

Le Marais, also known as SoMa is the fashionable district located in the 4th arrondissement. Le Marais has endless boutiques, gay bars, galleries, and more desirable places to shop and explore.

20. Berge De Seine

The Berge De Siene is a park along the Seine river in Paris. In this park you can find all kinds of walking and cycling paths, chairs, playgrounds, and cafes. I know I’ve seen so many pictures of people at the Berge De Seine so I’m sure you have as well. It’s a fun place to explore and take pictures along the river.

I hope you enjoyed this post on 20 things to do in Paris France and found some insight on what to do while you’re there. For more posts about traveling in Europe check out my post European travel bucket list, London travel guide, and Positano travel guide.