{"id":26073,"date":"2017-11-26T17:43:41","date_gmt":"2017-11-26T16:43:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/?p=26073"},"modified":"2026-04-26T18:37:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T17:37:48","slug":"recommended-paris-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/recommended-paris-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Paid Paris Activities I Recommend to Friends and Family"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>People sometimes get overwhelmed with so many things to do in Paris. It\u2019s normal\u2014there\u2019s a lot to choose from! To make it easier, I\u2019ve listed the paid activities I honestly recommend. Some are big must-sees, others are unique experiences that are worth your time (and money). I<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Note<\/em><\/strong>: some links in this article are affiliate links. That just means if you book through them, it can help support my work\u2014at no extra cost to you. I include them to make planning easier, not to push anything.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2900ac9f79d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2900ac9f79d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/recommended-paris-activities\/#My-Top-Recommendations\" >My Top Recommendations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/recommended-paris-activities\/#Unique-Experiences\" >Unique Experiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/recommended-paris-activities\/#Highly-Recommended\" >Highly Recommended<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/recommended-paris-activities\/#Notable-Experiences\" >Notable Experiences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My-Top-Recommendations\"><\/span>My Top Recommendations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Louvre Museum<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22159\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22159\" style=\"width: 690px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/louvre-8.jpg\" alt=\"louvre\" width=\"700\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/louvre-8.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/louvre-8-475x373.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22159\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Louvre<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Louvre is the most famous museum in the world, and for a good reason.<\/p>\n<p>I always recommend it, even if you\u2019re not a huge art fan.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see the Mona Lisa, yes, but also rooms full of treasures from Egypt, Greece, and more.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s huge, so plan to spend at least half a day. You won\u2019t be able to see everything\u2014and that\u2019s fine.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/museums-and-monuments\/louvre-museum-m9000673?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Eiffel Tower \u2013 Summit Access<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21973\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eiffel-tower-top.jpg\" alt=\"Top of the Eiffel Tower\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eiffel-tower-top.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eiffel-tower-top-475x334.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It may sound clich\u00e9, but going to the top of the Eiffel Tower is a must. I still get chills every time I go up.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend booking your ticket in advance to skip the long lines and go all the way to the summit.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s even a champagne bar at the top!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/BsjlMUpl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Palace of Versailles &amp; Gardens<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22351\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22351\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/versailles-2.jpg\" alt=\"Versailles\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/versailles-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/versailles-2-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Palace of Versailles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Versailles is pure French grandeur.<\/p>\n<p>I tell everyone: don\u2019t just stay in Paris\u2014take the short train ride to visit this royal palace.<\/p>\n<p>The Hall of Mirrors, the gardens, the fountains\u2026 It\u2019s spectacular.<\/p>\n<p>It feels like walking through a history book.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/museums-and-monuments\/palace-of-versailles-m9000608?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Seine Dinner Cruise<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18850\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18850\" style=\"width: 690px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18850 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bateaux_parisiens.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bateaux_parisiens.png 700w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bateaux_parisiens-475x317.png 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18850\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dinner cruise onboard Bateaux Parisiens<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is one of the most relaxing and romantic ways to enjoy Paris.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve done three cruises, so we can say that I\u2019m kinda an expert, haha.<\/p>\n<p>Bateaux Parisiens (my slight favorite) and Bateaux Mouches are both solid options.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll have a full dinner as you float past the city\u2019s landmarks at night.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/catalog\/bateaux-parisiens-203?partner=france-hotel-guide\">Book here Bateaux Parisiens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/catalog\/bateaux-mouches-740?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here Bateaux Mouches<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique-Experiences\"><\/span>Unique Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>French Croissant Baking Class<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/croissant-baking.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/croissant-baking.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/croissant-baking-475x316.jpg 475w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/croissant-baking-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you want a hands-on French experience, this croissant-making class is a great pick.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll learn the secrets behind the buttery layers from a real pastry chef.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s fun, interactive, and you get to taste your own creations at the end.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/Vz1MxGDd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Wine &amp; Cheese Tasting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26077\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-cheese-tasting.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-cheese-tasting.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-cheese-tasting-475x316.jpg 475w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wine-cheese-tasting-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I always tell people: France is not just for sightseeing\u2014it\u2019s for tasting!<\/p>\n<p>These workshops are fun, easy, and you learn what makes French cheese and wine so special.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/U7AJZ9Qi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highly-Recommended\"><\/span>Highly Recommended<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Seine Sightseeing Cruise<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sightseeing-cruise.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"1113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sightseeing-cruise.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sightseeing-cruise-320x475.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sightseeing-cruise-690x1024.jpg 690w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is the version of the Seine cruise without the dinner, but it\u2019s still beautiful.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a cheaper option that I really like.<\/p>\n<p>Try to go when it starts getting dark so you can see the Eiffel Tower sparkle\u2014it&#8217;s magic.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/catalog\/cruise-tour-bateaux-parisiens-9004?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here Bateaux Parisiens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/catalog\/cruise-tour-bateaux-mouches-9000529?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here Bateaux Mouches<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20961\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20961\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-orsay-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mus\u00e9e d'Orsay\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-orsay-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-orsay-1-317x475.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20961\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mus\u00e9e d&#8217;Orsay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you like art, especially Impressionist paintings, this museum is a must.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s inside a beautiful old train station and feels less overwhelming than the Louvre.<\/p>\n<p>I personally love going there to see Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/museums-and-monuments\/musee-d-orsay-m9000584?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Sainte-Chapelle<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_24272\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24272\" style=\"width: 740px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-24272\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sainte-chapelle-paris.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sainte-chapelle-paris.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sainte-chapelle-paris-475x378.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-24272\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside Sainte-Chapelle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This little Gothic chapel was built in the 13th century and hides the most stunning stained glass I\u2019ve ever seen.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s quiet, colorful, and feels magical when the light hits the windows.<\/p>\n<p>I always invite people to include it in their Paris itinerary if they can.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/fre\/musees-et-monuments\/sainte-chapelle-m9000587?partner=france-hotel-guide\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20941\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20941\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20941\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabaret.jpg\" alt=\"Moulin Rouge\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabaret.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabaret-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20941\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Moulin Rouge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Moulin Rouge is one of the most iconic cabarets in the world.<\/p>\n<p>The costumes, live music, and energetic cancan dance make it a fun and unforgettable night out.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s glitzy, full of history, and totally unique to Paris.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/catalog\/moulin-rouge-paris-50?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Arc de Triomphe Rooftop<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26075\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26075\" style=\"width: 740px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-26075 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/top-arc-triomphe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/top-arc-triomphe.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/top-arc-triomphe-380x475.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26075\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Arc de Triomphe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This rooftop gives you one of the best views of Paris.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s less crowded than the Eiffel Tower and right in the middle of everything.<\/p>\n<p>I like to go around sunset.<\/p>\n<p>You can also see the Eiffel Tower from not too far\u2014it\u2019s a great photo spot.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/museums-and-monuments\/arc-the-triomphe-skip-the-line-tickets-m044?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notable-Experiences\"><\/span>Notable Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Paris Catacombs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7406\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/the-catacombs-paris-tour.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/the-catacombs-paris-tour.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/the-catacombs-paris-tour-475x266.jpg 475w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/the-catacombs-paris-tour-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This one\u2019s not for everyone, but it\u2019s fascinating.<\/p>\n<p>You walk through tunnels filled with bones.<\/p>\n<p>I found it moving and eerie, in a good way. Just make sure to book ahead\u2014it sells out.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.catacombes.paris.fr\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Mus\u00e9e de l\u2019Orangerie<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-de-orangerie.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-de-orangerie.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-de-orangerie-475x451.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This small museum is calm and beautiful.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see Monet\u2019s giant Water Lilies paintings, which I think are better in person than in any photo.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a peaceful break from the busy city.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/museums-and-monuments\/musee-de-l-orangerie-m9000593?partner=france-hotel-guide\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Op\u00e9ra Garnier Self-Guided Visit<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/opera-stairs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/opera-stairs.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/opera-stairs-475x317.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to love opera to enjoy this place.<\/p>\n<p>The building is stunning inside, like a palace.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend walking through on your own or with an audio guide.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/mhXX2k8K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Tootbus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17991\" src=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tootbus.png\" alt=\"Tootbus\" width=\"620\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tootbus.png 620w, https:\/\/www.france-hotel-guide.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tootbus-475x264.png 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If walking isn\u2019t your thing, this bus is a simple way to see the city.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend taking it at the beginning of your trip\u2014it\u2019ll give you a great overview of Paris and ideas of where you want to go back to.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cometoparis.com\/paris-city-tour\/tootbus-m9000884?partner=france-hotel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Book here<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People sometimes get overwhelmed with so many things to do in Paris. It\u2019s normal\u2014there\u2019s a lot to choose from! 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