destination practicalities
The best ways to get around in ParisOct 5, 2023 • 6 min read
Walking is the best way to explore Paris' individual neighborhoods, but you'll need the bus, metro and RER to go further afield.
Paris Travel Stories
festivals and eventsWhen is the best time to go to Paris?Oct 1, 2023 • 6 min read
Paris never disappoints, but if you want to find the perfect time to see the City of Lights, follow our guide to when to visit this magical city.
artParis on a budget: a penny-pincher’s guideOct 1, 2023 • 10 min read
With savvy planning and a bit of local know-how, you'll find a wealth of ways to enjoy Paris without blowing your budget. Here are our top tips.
budget travelThe 20 best free activities in ParisAug 17, 2023 • 9 min read
Paris is rightfully known for being expensive but there are ways to squeeze more out of your budget. Here are our favorite free things to do in Paris.
booksWhy the 2024 Olympic Games may drive out Paris’ beloved booksellersAug 15, 2023 • 4 min read
The beloved bouquinistes of the Seine quays have been selling books for over 450 years. Will the Paris Olympics put an end to this trade?
road trips7 best day trips from Paris: add a new dimension to your city breakAug 15, 2023 • 8 min read
Whether you want to see exquisite gardens, medieval cathedrals or rambling forests, Paris has many great day trips on offer.
family travel7 of the best things to do with kids in ParisAug 10, 2023 • 5 min read
Whether you're traveling to Paris with babies, toddlers or tweens, we can help you find the right activities to keep the whole family happy.
activities16 top local tips on what to do in ParisAug 10, 2023 • 12 min read
From shopping in markets and eating in quality restaurants to touring great museums, our guide will help you plan a trip to remember.
architectureA Total Trip: what I spent on dining, drinks and museums during a weekend in ParisJul 27, 2023 • 4 min read
How one writer experienced the City of Light for under €450.
sportsParis 2024 Olympics: flights, tickets, accommodation - everything you need to know to goJul 26, 2023 • 9 min read
The 2024 Olympic games in Paris promise to be like no other in history. Here’s all you need to know if you’re thinking about traveling to the event.
water sports5 of the best places to swim outdoors in ParisJul 25, 2023 • 6 min read
From free pools to pricey hotel day passes, here are the best outdoor swimming spots in Paris.
solo travelTraveling solo lets you take a deep dive into Parisian cultureJul 17, 2023 • 8 min read
The City of Light is perfect for urban strolling, and it’s well set up with guided tours that take you behind the scenes
art and cultureParis seems made for couples and romanceJul 17, 2023 • 8 min read
Fall head-over-heels for the beauty, the mystery and the charm of the City of Light. It's impossible not to be captivated
family travelParis has something special for every generationJul 17, 2023 • 8 min read
From famous sights to festivals and fun, the City of Light is enchanting for every member of the family
art and cultureEscape the obvious in Paris: Try the Crazy Horse cabaret instead of the Moulin RougeMay 19, 2023 • 5 min read
You’ve surely heard of the Moulin Rouge – yet the Crazy Horse might be Paris’ most sophisticated cabaret.
festivals and eventsGet into Parisian hip-hop and rapMay 11, 2023 • 9 min read
Learn about Paris' diverse communities through the city's hip-hop and rap scene.
sportsIs it too late to get tickets to the Paris Olympics?Apr 20, 2023 • 5 min read
The 2024 games in Paris promise to the the most spectacular ever. There are still ways to snap up tickets – here’s how.
booksInside Paris' opulent new reading room (and other book-lover havens)Dec 16, 2022 • 6 min read
Bookworms will love the newly restored Oval Room at the historic Richelieu library – as well as these other storied reading spots all over Paris.
museumsWhy you could skip Musée d’Orsay in Paris to visit this artist’s house-museum insteadNov 26, 2022 • 4 min read
Paris culture expert Lindsey Tramuta sings the praises of the Musée Gustave Moreau, whose intimacy and eccentricity might beat out the Musée d’Orsay.
hostelsWhere to stay in Paris: find the neighborhood that's right for youJun 15, 2022 • 7 min read
No matter what you're planning to do on your trip to Paris, find the arrondissement with the hotels and location that's right for you.
budget travelI've authored more than 50 Lonely Planet guidebooks: my top recs for the best street food in Paris for 2022Jun 13, 2022 • 8 min read
A local expert's insider tips on the best street food you need to try in Paris and where to find it for 2022.
art and cultureParis vs Rome: which iconic city is right for you?Apr 5, 2022 • 11 min read
It can be maddeningly tricky to choose between Paris and Rome, two of the great European capitals. But which is better? We've done the sparring for you.