Paris Travel Guide — New Way Travel Corp

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Paris

Île-de-France • France

🌍 Country: France 🗺️ Region: Western Europe 🗓️ Best Time: April – June & Sept – Oct 🗣️ Language: French 💱 Currency: Euro (EUR)

✦ Did You Know?

Paris is home to the world’s most visited art museum — the Louvre — which houses over 38,000 works of art including the Mona Lisa. The Eiffel Tower was originally built as a temporary structure for the 1889 World’s Fair and was nearly demolished in 1909. Today it is one of the most photographed monuments on earth, and it sparkles with 20,000 light bulbs every night after dark.

Where to Eat in Paris

Fine Dining

Le Jules Verne

Eiffel Tower, 2nd Floor, Champ de Mars

Situated on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, Le Jules Verne offers a Michelin-starred dining experience with sweeping panoramic views of Paris. Chef Frédéric Anton’s contemporary French cuisine uses the finest seasonal ingredients.

💡 Reserve months in advance — this is one of the most sought-after tables in Paris. Ask for a window seat facing the Seine.

Classic Bistro

Café de Flore

172 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th arr.

One of Paris’s oldest and most celebrated cafés, frequented by Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Picasso. Today it remains a cultural institution — visit for breakfast, a croque-monsieur, or their famous hot chocolate.

💡 Order at the terrace for people-watching on Saint-Germain boulevard — the quintessential Parisian café moment.

Boulangerie & Pâtisserie

Du Pain et des Idées

34 Rue Yves Toudic, 10th arr.

Widely regarded as one of the best bakeries in Paris, famous for its escargot pastries (spiral rolls), sourdough loaves, and flaky croissants baked in a 19th-century wood-fired oven. A must for bread lovers.

💡 The bakery closes on weekends — plan your visit for a weekday morning and arrive early before the best items sell out.

What to Do in Paris

Iconic Landmark

Eiffel Tower

Champ de Mars, 7th arr.

No trip to Paris is complete without ascending the Eiffel Tower. Take the lift to the summit for sweeping 360-degree views of the city. The nightly light show at the top of each hour is a magical spectacle best viewed from Trocadéro.

💡 Book skip-the-line tickets online at least 2 weeks ahead in peak season — lines without tickets can exceed 3 hours.

World-Class Museum

The Louvre

Rue de Rivoli, 1st arr.

The world’s largest art museum with over 35,000 works on display across 72,735 square meters. Home to the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace. Budget at least half a day — a full day barely scratches the surface.

💡 Enter through the less-crowded Richelieu wing instead of the main pyramid entrance to avoid the longest lines.

Neighborhood Walk

Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur

18th Arrondissement

Wander the cobblestone streets of this historic artists’ village perched on Paris’s highest hill. Visit the white-domed Sacré-Cœur Basilica for panoramic city views, explore the Place du Tertre with its portrait artists, and discover the hidden vineyard.

💡 Visit on a weekday morning to experience Montmartre as locals do — before the tourist crowds and street artists set up.

Tours & Experiences

River Cruise

Seine River Evening Cruise

Pont de l’Alma, 8th arr.

Glide along the Seine at twilight and watch Paris transform as the city lights come on. Pass Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and the Musée d’Orsay from the most romantic vantage point in the world.

💡 New Way Travel Corp offers private candlelit dinner cruises for honeymooners and special celebrations — contact us for details.

Food & Market Tour

Marché d’Aligre Food Tour

Place d’Aligre, 12th arr.

Paris’s most authentic and colorful food market, beloved by local chefs. A guided morning tour includes sampling artisan cheeses, charcuterie, fresh oysters, olives, and seasonal produce, with stops at the covered Beauvau market hall.

💡 The market runs Tuesday through Sunday mornings — it closes by 1pm, so arrive early for the best selection.

Day Trip

Palace of Versailles Day Trip

78000 Versailles, 30 min from Paris

The ultimate royal escape just 30 minutes from Paris. Explore the gilded Hall of Mirrors, the opulent State Apartments, and the breathtaking 800-hectare formal gardens. The Musical Fountain Shows on weekends are spectacular.

💡 Book a private guided tour with New Way Travel Corp to skip all ticket lines and access areas closed to general visitors.

Where to Stay in Paris

Palace Hotel

Hôtel Ritz Paris

15 Place Vendôme, 1st arr.

The legendary palace hotel that defined luxury hospitality since 1898. With Coco Chanel and Ernest Hemingway among its famous long-term residents, the Ritz remains the gold standard — from its legendary bar to its heated pool under a painted sky.

💡 Even if you’re not staying, reserve a table at Bar Hemingway for a classic cocktail — one of the world’s greatest bar experiences.

Boutique

Hôtel du Petit Moulin

29-31 Rue de Poitou, 3rd arr. (Le Marais)

A stunning boutique hotel designed by Christian Lacroix in a 17th-century boulangerie in the heart of Le Marais. Each of the 17 rooms is uniquely decorated with the fashion designer’s signature bold prints and theatrical flair.

💡 Le Marais is the ideal base — walking distance to the Pompidou, Place des Vosges, and some of Paris’s best restaurants and galleries.

Mid-Range

Hôtel des Grandes Écoles

75 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 5th arr. (Latin Quarter)

A charming, affordable gem in the Latin Quarter with a secret garden courtyard, cozy Provençal-style rooms, and a warm family atmosphere. Perfect for travelers who want authentic Parisian character without the palace-hotel price tag.

💡 Request the garden-view room — waking up to a private Paris garden in the Latin Quarter feels like a scene from a French film.

Insider Tips for Paris

Get a Navigo Découverte weekly pass (available at any metro station) — it covers unlimited travel on all metro, RER, bus, and tram lines within Paris zones 1–5 and is far cheaper than individual tickets for a week-long visit.
Paris museums are free on the first Sunday of every month — plan to visit major museums like the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Centre Pompidou on this day to save significantly on admission.
Always greet shop owners and waitstaff with “Bonjour” (or “Bonsoir” in the evening) before speaking English — this small courtesy is taken seriously in Paris and will dramatically improve your interactions with locals.
The best Eiffel Tower view is NOT from the tower itself — head to Trocadéro Plaza across the Seine for the classic postcard perspective, especially at dusk when the tower sparkles with its light show.
Avoid tourist restaurants immediately surrounding Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower — walk two or three streets away for dramatically better food at half the price.
Paris is exceptionally walkable between major attractions. The distance from the Louvre to Notre-Dame is a pleasant 20-minute walk along the Seine — far more enjoyable than taking the metro for one stop.
The Musée d’Orsay (Impressionist masterpieces) has far shorter queues than the Louvre and is arguably more rewarding per hour. Don’t skip it in favor of “just the Louvre.”
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