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.
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Tours and Things to Do
Day Tours from Paris
Live Music
Hotels
Restaurants, Desserts, and Bars
Cabaret Shows
Tours and Things to Do
Nothing is more incredible than seeing the Eiffel Tower lit up from a cruise. Enjoy live music as well.
Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise with Live Music by Bateaux Mouches
Avoid the lines and enjoy this guided tour where you can see the Mona Lisa!
Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour with Reserved Access
Small group food tour in either Montmartre or Notre Dame area. I highly recommend exploring the Montmartre neighborhood.
Paris Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours
See Monet's paintings at Musee d'Orsay. I prefer this museum over the Louvre.
Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Impressionists Guided Tour
Eiffel Tower Tour, take the elevator!
Eiffel Tower Elevator Tour with a Guide (Ecklectours)
Art Gallery where you can purchase the perfect souvenir.
Art Gallery Carré d’artistes Paris 4
I enjoy a good macabre tour or cemetery visit on my travels
Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Special Access Tour
Visit the Arc de Triomphe
Arc de Triomphe Ticket in Paris, France - Klook United States
Learn about the history and explore the beautiful grounds of Versailles on this guided tour.
Versailles Palace Classic Guided Tour
Day Tours from Paris
Visit this incredible picture perfect location on a day trip outside of busy Paris.
Mont Saint Michel Day Trip from Paris with English Speaking Guide
Must see during the beautiful Paris springtime!
Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris
How to decide between the two museums
Should you visit the Louvre or Musee D’Orsay?
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.
Concerts in Paris | Live Music Gigs
Went here for a concert on NYE and LOVED IT!
Sainte Chapelle Concerts - Tickets and Schedules
Check out this Jazz bar
Le Caveau de la Huchette Jazz Bar
Hotels
Here are the hotels I stayed at on different visits to Paris.
Great location, affordable, and some rooms have balconies!
Albe Hotel Saint-Michel, Paris | 2023 Updated Prices, Deals
Recently remodeled hotel right on the river with a view of Notre Dame. Higher price than the Albe.
Hotel Les Rives de Notre Dame, Paris
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!
LA MAISON DU JARDIN, Paris
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.
A. LACROIX PATISSIER, Paris
Excellent restaurant. Make sure to make reservations.
CHEZ FERNAND CHRISTINE, Paris - Quartier Latin - Menu, Prices, Restaurant Reviews & Reservations - Tripadvisor
Loved the cocktails here
Arbane Cocktail Bar
Excellent chocolates. I got the fruit ganache ones and loved them.
La Maison du Chocolat - Paris
Awesome potatoes au gratin. Tons of options to choose from. Perfect for a cold rainy day.
BISTRO DES AUGUSTINS, Paris - variety of potatoes au gratin
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
Paris Paradis Latin Cabaret Show with Champagne
Crazy horse gets fantastic reviews. I would go to this or Paradis Latin and skip Moulin Rouge.
Paris Crazy Horse Cabaret Show with Beverages including Champagne
Parks
Beautiful gardens near the Louvre
Jardin des Tuileries
Beautiful park in a non-touristy area. Walk around the grounds and enjoy a picnic.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Visit this beautiful park in the 6th arrondissement
