Paris
Paris: a capital that's so French and so universal
Roman Paris, medieval Paris, Paris of the Enlightenment, futuristic Paris - the city is as multifaceted historically as it is culturally. Here are just a few of the things that will make you want to see it for yourself.
What you need to know about Paris
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Dialing code+33
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Spoken LanguageFrench
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CurrencyEuros
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Time difference0h
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Travel FormalitiesIdentity card or passport
Destination Paris
France's capital is often referred to as the world's most famous museum city, thanks to the wealth of its incomparable heritage. There's no shortage of monuments to see on your trip to Paris: from the most famous, the Eiffel Tower, to the oldest, the Obelisk of Luxor, it's a veritable open-air museum waiting to be discovered! Speaking of museums, be sure to visit the Musée d'Orsay, the Musée du Quai Branly and the Louvre, to name but a few.
Paris's must-sees
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Eiffel Tower
The Iron Lady stands majestically in the skies above Paris. From its floors and platforms, contemplate the beauty of the French capital and overlook one of the world's most beautiful cities.
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Louvre Museum
Explore the Louvre museum, Paris's cultural treasure and famous pyramid. Admire masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa in this must-see museum for art and history enthusiasts.
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Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur
Visit Montmartre, a picturesque district of Paris. Climb the famous steps of the hill and discover the exceptional site of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica.
Discover Paris
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Explore Paris
A stroll through the Jardin des Tuileries, close to the Louvre, is also a must on any trip to Paris. The same goes for the Jardin du Luxembourg, on the Left Bank, just a stone's throw from the Panthéon.
A holiday in Paris is also a chance to stroll across the bridges spanning the Seine, making Paris the most romantic city in the world. The City of Light is also the cultural capital of France, with its theatre productions, concerts and famous exhibitions. Many people travel to the capital mainly to take in all the sights and sounds, and to create wonderful holiday memories. So, what about you? All you need to do is book your flight from Montpellier to Paris!
Paris is also home to the most beautiful avenue in the world, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and its lively boulevards, where tourists come all year round to shop and sample the famous, delicious French cuisine. You'll love the macaroons, the gourmet opera patisserie and the seductive croque-monsieur!When you set out to discover this city, one that’s both informal and refined, you'll be surprised at every turn. Bewitching Paris is love at first sight.
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Best places to visit in Paris
- Champs-Elysées.
- Trocadéro.
- Georges-Pompidou Center.
- Père-Lachaise Cemetery.
- Parc de la Villette.
- Jardin des Tuileries.
- Place des Vosges.
- Notre-Dame-De-Paris.
- Les Passages.
- Place de la Concorde.
- Arc de Triomphe.
- Saint Germain des Près.
- Grands Boulevards and Opera.
- Marais and Bastille districts.
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Unusual experiences in Paris
- Explore the catacombs: Warning! Sensitive souls abstain! The Catacombs of Paris is a municipal ossuary which dates back to the late 18th century. It holds about 6 million skeletons! The section which is open to the public represents only 0.5% of the Paris catacombs... Incidentally Jean-de-la-Fontaine’s remains are there.
- Fly over Paris: If you want to enjoy a magnificent and unique view of Paris and have a thrilling experience, go to the Parc André-Citroën, climb aboard a gas balloon and fly over the capital at an altitude of 150 metres.
- Explore the catacombs: Warning! Sensitive souls abstain! The Catacombs of Paris is a municipal ossuary which dates back to the late 18th century. It holds about 6 million skeletons! The section which is open to the public represents only 0.5% of the Paris catacombs... Incidentally Jean-de-la-Fontaine’s remains are there.
Must-see events in Paris
- JanuaryParis Mode : Sales, & Fashion Week
- FebruaryAgricultural Trade show
- MarchBook Exhibition
- MayFrench Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros
- JuneWorld Music Day
- JuneFrench National Day
Good to know
Since June 2024, Paris has been even closer to Montpellier! The journey from Orly to the center of Paris (Gare de Lyon, Châtelet-les-Halles) takes less than 30 minutes, thanks to the extension of metro line 14, which is fully automatic, with high frequency and low fares. From Montpellier to the heart of the capital in less than 2 hours. What a precious time-saver!
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