Paris made easy for first-time travellers

A city everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime, Paris offers myriad experiences. Inviting sidewalk cafés, chic boutiques, world-class museums, unending list of activities, and a trendy restaurant scene that makes Paris beautiful, fashionable, confident, and inspiring at every turn. Let's unravel Paris, one experience at a time...

1. ATTRACTIONS/SIGHTSEEING

When in Paris, visit famous Parisian landmarks. A popular way of seeing the famous sights in Paris is on a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour which stops at multiple points like the iconic Louvre Museum, home to the Mona Lisa, the symbolic Eiffel Tower, Versailles Palace, the iconic Beaux Arts Opera Garnier, Arc de Triomphe and many more around the city. Hop off at the monument that most catches your fancy and wait for the next bus that takes you further on your discovery.

Kids and adults alike are sure to enjoy their time at the Musée Grévin (External link) that is home to over 200 celebrities from all walks of life! Strike a pose with wax impressions of our very own Ranveer Singh, Shah Rukh Khan or be dazzled by the charming Katy Perry!

Located at the top of the hill of Montmartre, the majestic church of Sacré-Coeur offers one of the most amazing views over Paris! Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, or a believer, you will love the Sacré-Coeur where art and worship are mixed together.

Montmartre
Sacré-Coeur at Montmartre

2. CRUISES

When in Paris, a cruise on River Seine is an experience you just cannot miss. Take your pick from any one of the cruise companies below for a true Parisian experience.

There isn’t a better way to celebrate special moments with a violin and piano playing in the background, while the Bateaux Mouches (External link) take you on a smooth, unforgettable cruise down the most beautiful avenue in Paris – the river Seine. Take your pick from lunch, dinner or even just sightseeing cruises.

Discover the very heart and soul of Paris through a unique experience combining culture and cuisine aboard the Bateaux Parisiens (External link) .

Yachts de Paris (External link) , a gastronomic cruise on the river Seine is an experience beyond time in an atmosphere of calm and luxury. Everything here exudes luxury "à la française".

Bateaux Parisiens
Bateaux Parisiens

3. CABARETS

Another must do in the city of lights is to experience its world-class cabarets! Find a cabaret that matches your taste in the list below of some of the most coveted cabaret shows in Paris. You can opt for the show only or a dinner and show experience to make your Paris cabaret night one to remember.

Did you know that the concept of a dinner-show was created at the Lido de Paris (External link) – a legendary institution? Talented artists perform on the Lido stage, featuring fascinating acrobats, incredible ice skaters, and the most glamorous, elegant dancers in Paris, the Bluebell Girls!

The Gorgeous Girls of Crazy Horse (External link) promise dazzling entertainment in their show Totally Crazy. A dash of passion, elegance, humour and sensuality make for this very festive performance that continues to attract visitors since over 65 years.

An evening at the Paradis Latin (External link) is a truly Parisian experience you cannot miss. At Paradis Latin the enchantment comes not only from the show, but from the cuisine of great quality as well. The brand new 2019 review L'Oiseau Paradis choreographed and directed by Kamel Ouali, is a variety show riddled with sensuality, poetry and emotion that will take your breath away.

Lido
Lido de Paris

4. WALKS IN PARIS

Walks in Paris are really the best way to enjoy the culture, charm and beauty of the city and to see how the locals live, work and relax. Choose from the districts below to enjoy a true-blue Parisian promenade .

The Latin Quarter is one of the most charming and romantic neighbourhoods in Paris and is often depicted in movies or postcards.

Le Marais is one of the trendiest neighbourhoods of Paris! The charm of the Marais lies in its cobblestone streets, historic spots and quirky boutiques.

The Boulevard St-Germain-des-Prés is one of the most picturesque, famous, one of the most expensive and stylish areas of Paris, high-end boutiques as well as historic cafés.

The Latin Quarter
The Latin Quarter

5. SHOPPING

Enjoy sublime shopping at chic department stores such as the Galeries Lafayette (External link) and the Printemps located on the Boulevard Haussmann.

Or a day out at La Vallée Village (External link) , an open-air village, which offers more than 110 fashion and lifestyle boutiques with trendiest products from their previous collections at prices reduced by at least 33%* and often more.

Shop on Sunday in Paris! More than 3,000 retail outlets are open for business in different parts of the city that include the Champs-Elysées, the Boulevard Haussmann, le Marais, the Latin Quarter and many more.

La Vallee Village
La Vallée Village

Paris is like a huge village with more than its fair share of discoveries, surprises, crazy nights, beauty, art, light, fabulous food and great people—it's a city where it’s great to wander, lose yourself, taste adventure, see life and feel alive.