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How to spend a perfect Sunday in ParisJan 16, 2025 • 6 min read
From markets to galleries, here's what to do on Sundays in Paris.
Paris Travel Stories
shoppingParis’ 18th arrondissement: a Lonely Planet guideDec 11, 2024 • 8 min read
A visit to Paris’ vibrant, diverse 18th will offer you a delightful taste of la vie parisienne.
cultural siteAll you need to know about visiting Cathédrale Notre-Dame de ParisDec 5, 2024 • 10 min read
Read on for tips on how to get the most out of your visit to one of Paris' most iconic landmarks.
neighborhoodsParis: a Belleville neighborhood guideDec 3, 2024 • 10 min read
Skip the big sights and stroll Belleville instead, with its blend of multicultural charm, street art, bustling markets, and breathtaking views of Paris.
tips and adviceThe 7 most incredible viewpoints in Paris: the City of Love from aboveDec 2, 2024 • 6 min read
As one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris was made to be gazed upon. Snap a picture from every angle at these 7 key spots around the city.
food and drinkLocal Flavor: where to eat and drink in ParisAug 20, 2024 • 7 min read
Our local writer shares a selection of food and drink destinations that mix old classics with more recent additions that are strong favorites among locals.
sportsHow the upcoming Paralympics are driving accessibility in ParisAug 20, 2024 • 6 min read
Paris is preparing for the Paralympic Games, with a number of changes aimed at improving the city's accessibility.
entertainmentIn Paris for the Summer Olympics? Here's what else is happeningJul 12, 2024 • 5 min read
From city beaches to rooftop cinemas, here are the best events taking place in Paris this summer (away from the Olympics).
sportsNavigating Paris during the Olympics: how to avoid transport fare increases and moreJul 8, 2024 • 8 min read
Here’s a break-down of how to best navigate Paris during the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
tips and adviceParis after dark: after-hours theater, queer spaces and late-night jazzJul 4, 2024 • 6 min read
Your guide to Paris' vibrant nighttime culture.
foodThe 6 best pastries in Paris - and where to find themMay 24, 2024 • 5 min read
The best pastries in Paris right now.
walking tourLocal Strolls: Follow our writer's perfect walking route in ParisApr 12, 2024 • 4 min read
Get a snapshot of life in Paris as our Lonely Planet writer guides you on this walking tour through gardens and along the river.
day trip7 easy day trips from Paris we loveApr 1, 2024 • 8 min read
While it’s hard for anyone to leave Paris, these day trips offer bucolic nature, gorgeous cathedrals and more – all only an hour or so away.
shoppingParis in 5 Shops: discounted Yves Saint Laurent blouses, vintage silk scarves and embroidered souvenirsJan 10, 2024 • 5 min read
Discover architectural jewelry, local design, vintage finds, and tiny treasures in Paris' independent shops and markets.
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.
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
festivals and eventsGet into Parisian hip-hop and rapMay 11, 2023 • 8 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.