Paris is a traveler's dream destination filled with some of the most recognizable attractions and timeless sights that are unmatched anywhere in the world. The City of Light brims with experiences that can easily overwhelm when planning a Paris itinerary. Let us help narrow down your list to the top things to do in Paris that covers the top places to visit, must-do activities and how best to experience the Parisian atmosphere.
Scroll down to find the top Paris attractions, best museums, important landmarks and unique things to do for your French sojourn.
1. Enjoy a
Seine River dinner cruise for a remarkable perspective of Paris from the water.
2. A no-brainer, but no less essential: head up to the second floor or the summit of the ever-iconic
Eiffel Tower.
3. Dine with an unbeatable view of Paris whether it's at
Le Bistro Parisien, the
Bustronome gourmet bus or a
Seine dinner or lunch cruise.
4. Seek the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, the Raft of the Medusa and over 35,000 art masterpieces at the
Louvre Museum and skip the line.
5. Notre Dame Cathedral is closed for repairs but you can still glimpse upon the church when you visit
Ile de la Cite, a natural island on the Seine.
6. Liven up your evenings by catching a Parisian cabaret show from the world-famous
Moulin Rouge to the glamorous
Lido de Paris.
7. Eat and drink merrily with a Paris food and wine tasting tour and seek the best champagne on a day trip to
Reims.
8. Go further than the Louvre and get inspired by works of art at the
Musee d'Orsay, the
Palais Garnier opera house and more.
9. Step out of Paris to see the
Versailles Palace, Mont Saint-Michel, the
Loire Valley castles,
Giverny and
Monet's House.
10. Experience the bohemian vibe of
Montmartre and view Paris from the top of
Sacré-Cœur Basilica.
Check out the
Top 10 Day Trips from Paris.