It’s every traveler’s dream to visit one day, the city of love and lights: Paris! Walk down the narrowed streets in the footsteps of Voltaire, Sartre and de Beauvoir, and have a coffee in a Bohemian Parisian café – c’est la vie!
As Paris is one of the most popular destinations, we wanted to share with you our Secret Tips for Paris. With our Geeky Guide Paris and the included secret recommendations, you will discover the hidden gems of Paris.
In addition, we collected 28 fun things to do in Paris including rollerblading, picnic pizza, and party boats. For your perfect hostel experience, have a look at the 3 best hostels in Paris.
Sick of the touristic tips you find everywhere? Then this guide is your handy solution. As always, we keep it simple, awesome, and non-touristic – completely for free!
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The Secrets to Paris include:
- Parisian’s bloggers love it: the most favorite Café in Paris (for insider)
- An authentic restaurant with french cuisine: C’est du nanan!
- Super fun jazz-bar in a museum’s atmosphere – interesting, right?!
- 3 beautiful outdoor spots to hang out, have a wine, and watch the world
- A super-local Crêperie: Crêpes deluxe and on budget
- Extra Tip: from here you have a great view all over the city – for free!
7 COOLEST Things to do in Paris
Here are our best recommendations for things to do in the city of love. Please note, we wrote a detailed guide on cool things to do in Paris here.
1. Paris Catacombs
The Paris Catacombs are quite something to visit, unique.
Go underground and experience the dark side of the French capital. There are also night tours available. One of the perfect things to do in Paris at night!
2. Canal Cruise
Hop on a boat along the river Seine and join a beautiful 1-hour cruise for the sunset. There are also cruise ships by night.
Find prices and schedule directly here.
3. Go up the Eiffel Tower
This is a serious must-do.
Make sure you book your Skip-the-line ticket for Eiffel Tower before you go.
Read: full guide to the hostels in Paris near the Eiffel Tower !
4. For Families: The Aquarium
This aquarium is a special experience for families, especially the kids will love it, being curious about the magnificent sea world.
Find schedule and prices here.
5. Louvre Museum
A Must-visit, even for the ones that do not like museums. The Louvre Museum is worth a visit or two!
6. Arc de Triomphe Rooftop Access
I love this building. Go up there and enjoy a view from here.
7. Versailles
The last sight on this list is the Palace of Versailles, former home of France’s famous Sun King. A day trip that comes with the French glamour.
