Paris breaks are amongst some of the best city breaks in the world - art, culture, history, food, drink, nightlife and romance, it has everything!
Please note: City taxes payable locally.
You can get to Paris, the capital city of France, in just over an hour when flying from the UK and a world of culture, amazing food and famous sights awaits you. Stay in the city centre to be within walking distance of many of the attractions that are recognisable the world...
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Paris breaks are amongst some of the best city breaks in the world - art, culture, history, food, drink, nightlife and romance, it has everything!
Please note: City taxes payable locally.
You can get to Paris, the capital city of France, in just over an hour when flying from the UK and a world of culture, amazing food and famous sights awaits you. Stay in the city centre to be within walking distance of many of the attractions that are recognisable the world over, like the Eiffel Tower, the Arc du Triomphe and the Louvre.
Things to do in Paris
Paris is one of the most popular city breaks in the world, although you could easily spend much longer than a weekend here and still not see all there is to see and do all there is to do. From exploring the one-off shops, bakeries and cafes on the winding back streets, to climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower and seeing the city all lit-up at night, there is always something to do at any time of day or night.
Start off your Paris holidays with a breakfast of croissants or pain au chocolat at one of the famous patisseries found all over the city, before a morning of sightseeing. Don’t miss the Notre Dame, the Catacombs and the Champs-Elysees.
Have lunch at one of the many cafes or restaurants, or if you are visiting in the summer, pick up a freshly baked baguette and other goodies from one of the markets and head to a park for a picnic. You could even go to one of the man-made beaches that line the Seine every summer! A cruise up the river is a great way to spend the afternoon and lets you see the city from another angle.
North of the River Seine, is the area known as Rive Droite – ‘right bank’ – is where you will find landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysees. This area is also home to Paris’ most lively areas: Bastille is loved by the locals for its cafes and bars and Le Marais for the shopping.
Rive Gauche – ‘left bank’ - is home to the Eiffel tower, which a holiday to Paris would not be complete without seeing.
When to go to Paris
Paris has four distinct seasons and each one boasts plenty of reasons to visit the city. In winter, the Christmas markets, street lights and festive atmosphere are magical and guaranteed to get you in a festive mood. In spring, there is fashion week, blossom on the trees and slightly longer evenings that are perfect for enjoying a coffee on one of the heated café terraces.
Summer boasts warm temperatures, man-made beaches line the Seine and the city’s huge green spaces fill with sunbathers and picnics. In autumn, there are exhibits and shows galore and the city turns a pretty shade of red, orange and brown.
Check our Paris holidays to find the perfect one to suit your budget. Why not choose Paris for your 2013 city break?
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