Paris Travel Guide
Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with countless things to do and see. This guide includes recommendations for tours, hotels, restaurants, music, cabaret, and parks.
Tours and Things to Do
Nothing is more incredible than seeing the Eiffel Tower lit up from a cruise. Enjoy live music as well.
Avoid the lines and enjoy this guided tour where you can see the Mona Lisa!
Small group food tour in either Montmartre or Notre Dame area. I highly recommend exploring the Montmartre neighborhood.
See Monet's paintings at Musee d'Orsay. I prefer this museum over the Louvre.
Eiffel Tower Tour, take the elevator!
Art Gallery where you can purchase the perfect souvenir.
I enjoy a good macabre tour or cemetery visit on my travels
Visit the Arc de Triomphe
Learn about the history and explore the beautiful grounds of Versailles on this guided tour.
Day Tours from Paris
Visit this incredible picture perfect location on a day trip outside of busy Paris.
Must see during the beautiful Paris springtime!
How to decide between the two museums
Live Music
Sofar sounds are intimate concerts in unique venues in cities throughout the world. You'll see 3 local artists and it makes for a great night out.
Went here for a concert on NYE and LOVED IT!
Check out this Jazz bar
Hotels
Here are the hotels I stayed at on different visits to Paris.
Great location, affordable, and some rooms have balconies!
Recently remodeled hotel right on the river with a view of Notre Dame. Higher price than the Albe.
Restaurants, Desserts, and Bars
My FAVORITE meal in Paris! Don't leave without having a 3 course meal here. The lamb wrapped in phyllo dough is incredible!
My favorite Patisserie with a picture window view of Notre Dame. This was my afternoon spot for tea and dessert multiple times. Beautiful and delicious desserts.
Excellent restaurant. Make sure to make reservations.
Loved the cocktails here
Excellent chocolates. I got the fruit ganache ones and loved them.
Awesome potatoes au gratin. Tons of options to choose from. Perfect for a cold rainy day.
Cabaret Shows
Don't miss a cabaret show on your visit to Paris! Skip Moulin Rouge and see one of these instead.
My favorite cabaret in Paris
Crazy horse gets fantastic reviews. I would go to this or Paradis Latin and skip Moulin Rouge.
Parks
Beautiful gardens near the Louvre
Beautiful park in a non-touristy area. Walk around the grounds and enjoy a picnic.
Visit this beautiful park in the 6th arrondissement