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The best travel blog about Paris with local hotspots and tips for 2025!
Looking for inspiration for your next city trip in 2025? In this travel blog, I’ll take you through a dreamy vacation in Paris, filled with iconic sights, cozy cafés, and charming neighborhoods. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, the City of Light never disappoints. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram.
Plan your weekend trip to Paris and visit the best places, sights & attractions during your city trip
Paris is the perfect holiday destination for a fun city trip full of French charm, culture and croissants. Within a few hours you can be there with the Eurostar, and once you arrive you can immerse yourself in atmospheric streets, nice places, world-famous museums and cozy cafes. Explore the city easily with the metro, stroll along the Seine or admire the Eiffel Tower at sunset. Whether you like a weekend full of art, shopping, good food or just strolling through beautiful neighborhoods such as Le Marais or Montmartre, a city trip to Paris has something for everyone. Bon voyage!
STEP 1
Arrange your transport to Paris: travel by plane, Eurostar train, FlixBus or car
STEP 2
Travel smoothly through the city by public transport: take the metro
In Paris, you can easily get everywhere by public transport, especially the metro. Buy your tickets via your smartphone or Navigo pass and you will be at all the highlights in no time. Google Maps or the Bonjour RATP app will help you find your way easily. You can also use the Vélib bikes.
STEP 3
Book your stay in a nice hotel in the heart of Paris
Choose a nice hotel near a metro stop, for example in the Le Marais district (3rd & 4th) or Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th). Or go for a romantic hotel in Montmartre (18th). Also staying in a bed and breakfast is always recommended.
STEP 4
Visit the best sights and attractions
Visiting the Eiffel Tower, the hop on hop off bus and a boat trip on the Seine are classics, also with children. But also think about lesser known places like Canal Saint-Martin or Jardin du Luxembourg. Book tickets for highlights online in advance to avoid queues. This way you have more time to enjoy the top 10 sights!
STEP 5
Dine out in the best restaurants, bistros and authentic cafes
Paris is full of nice restaurants, brasseries and bistros, but popular places are often booked up quickly. So make a reservation on time via the website. Don’t forget those croissants and crêpes. Or how about the most delicious macarons?
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Everything you need to know about a weekend city trip to Paris & tips
1. What’s the best time to visit Paris?
Spring (April–June) and fall (September–October) are ideal, mild weather, beautiful parks, and fewer crowds. But honestly? Paris has charm in every season, even in the rain.
2. How many days do I need for a city trip to Paris?
A 3 to 5-day trip is perfect for first-timers. Enough time to hit the highlights like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Montmartre, and still enjoy lazy café moments and riverside strolls.
3. Is Paris expensive?
It can be, but it doesn’t have to be. You can mix splurges (like a Seine dinner cruise) with budget-friendly fun (picnic by the Eiffel Tower, free museums on the first Sunday of the month, or just wandering charming streets).
4. What’s the best way to get around the city?
The metro is quick, cheap, and easy to use. Walking is also a joy in Paris, you’ll stumble upon cute shops, hidden gardens, and amazing architecture. Bonus: bikes and e-scooters are everywhere too.
5. Do I need to speak French?
A few basic phrases go a long way (“Bonjour”, “Merci”, “Parlez-vous anglais?”). Most people in tourist areas speak some English, and Parisians appreciate the effort if you try a little French.
6. What should I absolutely see or do?
• Climb the Eiffel Tower (or view it from Trocadéro)
• Explore the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay
• Stroll through Montmartre
• Enjoy a boat ride on the Seine
• Picnic in Luxembourg Gardens
• Watch the sunset from the steps of Sacré-Cœur
7. Is Paris good for solo travel?
Absolutely! It’s safe, walkable, and full of things to do on your own, from museums to cafés to people-watching in the park. Bonus: solo travelers often get seated quickly in restaurants.
8. Any tips for eating out like a local?
Lunch menus are often cheaper than dinner, so go big at midday! Try neighborhood bistros over touristy spots, and don’t skip the croissant or crêpe breaks. Oh, and Parisians eat late, so dinner at 8 pm is totally normal.
9. What are some hidden gems in Paris?
• Canal Saint-Martin for a chill local vibe
• Rue Crémieux, the most colorful street
• The covered passages (like Galerie Vivienne)
• The view from Parc de Belleville
• Shakespeare & Company bookstore for book lovers
10. Any quick travel hacks for visiting Paris?
• Book museum and attraction tickets online in advance
• Bring comfy shoes, the cobblestones are no joke
• Carry a reusable water bottle (public fountains = “eau potable”)
• Don’t try to do everything, leave time to just wander