Paris
Your guide to where to stay, eat and the must-see highlights. With its ornate Haussmann flats-lined boulevards, world-class galleries, Michelin-star restaurants and stylish inhabitants, this European capital oozes elegance and sets a high bar for dining and culture.
Paris is (still) the world’s best playground for travellers
Few countries can offer such a stunning, historical and cultural backdrop to sporting greatness. And the winners will be visitors to the City of Light for years to come.
10 underrated highlights most visitors miss
Already had an eyeful of the Eiffel? There are a few hidden gems in the City of Lights that some of the locals don’t even know about.
Where to eat and drink
From where to get the city’s best croissant, to cold-pressed juice cocktails and an unparalleled coq au vin, discover the new Paris by mouth.
Ten of the best free things to do
You don’t have to empty your wallet to absorb culture or relax in Paris. Some of the city’s most enjoyable experiences won’t cost a cent.
The best places to stay
From luxurious boutique hotels once inhabited by the Hermès family to more humble hidden gems, Paris offers a plethora of choices for the discerning traveller.
20 things that will surprise first-time visitors
From hidden green spaces to supermarket wine, it’s the unexpected aspects of this very particular culture that truly captivate.
The best times to visit
From scorching sundowners on the banks of the Seine to snow-covered strolls in the Bois de Vincennes, Paris has a temperature to suit all tastes.
The must-do highlights in three days
The following itinerary is not a race against the clock, but rather a celebration of the art of wandering à la Français, inspired by the French term, ‘flàner’.
Ten of the most unexpected things you’ll find in Paris
The city’s own version of the Statue of Liberty and a grave with a risqué appeal are among the most surprising attractions.
No chips: How to picnic the Parisian way
Produce a bag of chips or can of soft drink and you’ll be guillotined by public opinion.
Why you should visit this unknown, Manhattan-esque district
You’ll find quirky art, architecture and urban design in this pocket of the French capital.
Move over, Melbourne: Here’s how Paris does laneway culture
Hidden in plain sight, the covered arcades of the French capital are full of old-world charm, intrigue, restaurants and art.
The lost-in-time Paris restaurants where you can eat for less than €10
Paris’ Bouillons are reopening, serving a winning formula of cheap, decent food served at breakneck speed in a beautiful setting.
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