Discovering Paris: The Ultimate Travel Guide

  • Sep 27, 2024
  • Reading time: 7 mins read
  • By Arunima
paris travel guide

When you hear the word Paris, what comes to your mind? Fabulous infrastructure, great food, romantic weather, rich in culture, etc. 

Everyone dreams about going to Paris one day and, like Ernest Hemingway, himself said,There are only two places in the world where we can live happily: at home and in Paris.

If you’ve made plans to go to Paris, you will need a good travel guide so you can have the experience of a lifetime. So, that’s why we are here today with the ultimate travel guide for Paris.

So, allow us to uncover the complete Paris itinerary for you such as the finest stays in Paris, feasible transportation, and much more. 

Stay tuned till the end to convert your Paris trip into a wonderful odyssey.

Where To Stay In Paris

You can have a wide variety of stay options in Paris from the most affordable to straightening up out from a fantasy world, all types of stays are available in Paris. But before choosing any hotel, you have to choose a good neighborhood (arrondissements). Because that way you’ll be able to explore Paris more. Below we are mentioning 5 best arrondissements and the best hotels near them.

1. Centre Cage

Boulevard Des Capucines

Centre Cage comes in the second arrondissement also known as La Bourse offers the best walking experience because the infrastructure there is a balanced blend of historic and modern trends.

This area also has one of the world’s most beautiful Starbucks (Boulevard Des Capucines.) It is one of the most dynamic areas in Paris. For a hotel stay, you should consider Hotel Paris Opera Affiliated by Melia, Best Western Hotel Opera Drouot, The Hoxton, and Hotel Indigo Paris – Opera, an IHG Hotel

2. The New Marais

Place des Victoires

The New Marais is the third arrondissement and this area has some of the most beautiful historic Paris buildings along with beautiful streets. This is also a quiet area with not so much crowd and some of the best places to visit are Place des Victoires, Rue des Petits Carreaux, Rue Montorgueil, and Place des Victoires.

As for the hotels Citadines Bastille Marais Paris, Hotel de la Bretonnerie, L’Hotel des Metallos, and Hotel Victoria Châtelet offer great and comfortable stays.

3. Historic Paris 

This is the fifth arrondissement, you can find ancient Roman ruins from the first century in this area. This area also has a building known as the Pantheon where historic figures have been buried. Botanical garden, the oldest Roman streets, and many such places are in this arrondissement.

You also get great hotel choices like Best Western Plus La Demeure, Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel & Conference Center, Hotel de France Quartier-Latin, and more.

4. The Louvre

The Louvre or the first arrondissement is in the heart of Paris. This is one of the most loved arrondissements. Tourist attractions such as The Louvre Museum, Sainte-Chapelle, Rue de Rivoli, Les Halles, etc. Are in this area. This place is adored by tourists because there are a wide variety of things to explore and do.

Hotel Louvre Saint-Honore, Citadines Les Halles Paris, and Hotel Paris Louvre Opéra are some of the best tourist choice stays.

5. Le Septieme

The first spot obviously goes to the seventh arrondissement or Le Septieme where the Eiffel Tower is situated. But this part of Paris also has more amazing places such as Musée d’Orsay, Champ de Mars, Les Invalides, Rue Cler and more. Tourists are always mesmerized by this part of Paris and every place here feels like a dream.

This area has some of the best hotels like Hotel La Comtesse Tour Eiffel, Hôtel Le Walt by Inwood, Hotel Pont Royal, and Hotel de Londres Eiffel are just some of the many amazing hotels that you could find. 

Transportation

Paris is a city that should be enjoyed by walking so you can have the best experience, but it’s not possible to go everywhere on foot, right? But you don’t have to worry, Paris has the best public transport system. It’s cheap, fast, and has beauty of its own.

You get options like Paris Metropolitan with over 300 stations in the whole city and is very fast. You can avail a bus to travel while getting the best views, this is cheap and is comfortable. Other than this, you also get Tramp, which is best for traveling at the edge of Paris.

Taxis or rentals are also available and tourists also like to ride bike around the city. You don’t have to fret a bit about transportation, you get unlimited options.

Activities To Do

There are several activities that you can do throughout your day, some will give you the best experience during the day and some at night. That’s why we will tell you what activities you can do during the day and night.

Day Activities

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Your day will be well spent by going to visit museums, restaurants, taking walk near the Seine River and unavoidably going for a picnic in Champ de Mars. This picnic will help you get a morning view of the Eiffel Tower. Another must visit park is Jardin des Tuileries.

Another daytime activity is to go and visit artistic streets like Montmartre , Place du Tertre. Cycling early in the morning is also well-loved by the tourist as it allows you to refresh. You can take a Seine River Cruise or climb Arc de Triomphe for the best view of Paris. You can also visit Musée d’Orsay

Go to different restaurants and eat cultural food like Beef bourguignon, Ratatouille, Croque monsieur, Macarons, and try different types of cheese. You can also go to Disneyland and enjoy rides with your loved ones. Taking a walk at Saint-Germain-des-Prés could help you see the real culture of paris.

This list will keep on going, it’s never-ending because it is true there’s a lot to do in Paris so don’t get confused and waste your time thinking where to go where not to go do your planning in advance so you don’t miss out on anything. 

Night Activities

The must thing to do at night is to get on top of the Eiffel Tower and take a look at the city lights. The same thing could be done in the morning, but nighttime feels like a dream. Visit the Montmartre which turns completely different at night.

You should not miss a popular cabaret show like Moulin Rouge and Lido filled with dance music and entertainment. Visit rooftop bars and have a good time, drink wine, and eat great food. 

Romance is in the air in Paris, so if you are with your partner on this wonderful trip to Paris, the next section will illuminate your love life.  

DID YOU KNOW?
Paris has no stop sign in the entire city!

Why Paris is Heaven For Couples

Paris is considered one of the most romantic cities in the world. This is a great honeymoon destination and people often come here with their significant other to propose. It’s like you can feel love in its air, it feels like an intimate place. 

Everything here is beautiful you can’t complain about anything here let it be culture, people, food or places you’ll be pleased. When you roam in the streets of Paris with your partner, it sparks something inside of you and makes your love grow stronger.

Nighttime is filled with joy, and a night in Paris is something you might never feel again. Not to mention activities that this city offers are special and for couples best way to get closer.

Conclusion

We’ve mentioned the most important things that every person should take into consideration before going to Paris, where to stay, how to travel, and what to do. These are must, and now you have the idea.

Paris is a beautiful city and will be one of your most memorable moments, so enjoy every second of it. But yes respect is must respect its culture and people and don’t bother anyone okay?




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