Paris On the Fly
Tour Eiffel, Moulin Rouge, Sacre Couer, Oooh La La
What not to miss
What to do
What to eat
Where to stay
Know before you go: Paris
- Time zone: Central European Summer Time (CEST), 6 hours ahead of the U.S. EST
- Language: French
- Climate: Located in the north of France, Paris experiences warm summers and cold winters, and rainfall can be expected all year round
- Currency: Euro
- Electricity: Paris operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. You will need a Type C or Type E travel adapter in France
What NOT to miss in Paris:
Whether you favor La Ville Lumièr (the City of Light) or La ville de l’amour (the City of Love), the City of Paris will captivate you with its rich history, artistic heritage and timeless elegance. In 1775, Paris was divided into 12 Arrondissements and expanded outside the city center to 20 unique neighborhoods today. Enjoy highlights of some of our favorite areas in Paris.
What TO DO in Paris:
The 1st Arrondissement is the heart of Paris and includes the Palais Royal, the Louvre Museum, lovely Jardin des Tuileries
The 3rd & 4th Arrondissement is called the Marais district and includes Paris’ two islands, the Île de la Cité and Île St. Louis, home to Notre Dame Cathedral and La Sainte-Chapelle cathedral. This area also includes Place de Vosges, Paris’ first royal park. We recommend you visit the nearby shops to create a very Parisian picnic to enjoy in the park
The 5th Arrondissement is labeled the Latin Quarter is an ancient area of Paris dating back to when it was a Roman settlement. Meander through its winding cobblestone streets and don’t miss the Pantheon, the Sorbonne and Rue Mouffetard.
The 7th Arrondissement is most known for being the home of the Eiffel Tower, but it also includes a few of our favorite museums; the Musée d’Orsay, Les Invalides, and the Rodin Museum.
The Champs-Élyées is the highlight of the 8th Arrondissement. Many of the world’s most renowned fashion houses call Paris home so plan for time to stroll down this infamous boulevard that ends with the Arc de Triomphe.
Visiting the 18th Arrondissement, you will experience a hilltop neighborhood, once home to famous painters including Picasso, Renoir, and van Gogh. It is home to the marble white cathedral Sacre Coeur and the glitz and glamor of the Moulin Rouge.
Places TO EAT in Paris:
A few of our favorites:
- Café Marly / 93 Rue de Rivoli – overlooking the Louvre courtyard and inverted pyramid, perfect for breakfast or lunch before visiting the Louvre
- Bistro des Augustins, 39 quai des Grands Augustins – simple bistro specializing in creamy gratin and good wine list
- Angelina Paris / 226 rue de Rivoli – known for its decadent hot chocolate
- Berthillon ice cream / 9-31 Rue Saint-Louis en l’Île – unique to the Île de la Cité
- Ladurée – World famous French macarons
- Cafe les Deux Magot – built in 1884, a famous landmark on the Left Bank
- Cave des Abbesses – wine bar, tapas, charcuterie
Where TO STAY in Paris:
- La Maison Champs Elysées, Paris, 8 Rue Jean Goujon
- Hotel des Arts (Montmaret), 5 Rue Tholozé
- Pullman, 18 Avenue De Suffren, 22 Rue Jean Rey Entrée Au
- Hôtel de JoBo, 10 Rue d’Ormesson
Off the beaten path Paris
- Catacombs and Cimetiere du Montparnasse: Open to the public since 1809, the Catacombs of Paris is the largest ossuary in the world and houses the remains of several million Parisians. The nearby cemetery is the second largest in Paris and is quiet wooded haven in the heart of the city.
- Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen the largest antiques and second-hand market in the world, hosts 1700 vendors and is only open on Sat/Sun/Mon. A slightly-more-secret Vanves flea market includes 400 merchants displaying wares that vary from 18th-century furniture to vintage jewelry and cameras
- La Conciergerie has served many purposes over the centuries, including as a medieval palace, but it is perhaps best known for its use as a prison during France’s Reign of Terror. Thousands of people were held inside the dungeons, including Marie Antoinette.
