A Wanderluster’s Guide to Paris

Must See Places: 


1. Eiffel Tower: Insanely beautiful! It will take your breath away. I suggest going early at sunrise when there aren’t that many tourists. Unfortunately, we didn’t go up to the top of the tower but wish we would have.

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2. Notre Dame Cathedral: Incredible structure from the outside. We didn’t have time to go inside which was okay you can still see the beauty from the outside. If you do have time though I would recommend taking a tour of the Cathedral.
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/H9bUEa
3. Versailles Palace: Go through garden entrance first then work your way into the Palace. This helps you avoid waiting in any lines. Try to buy your ticket before you go. 
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/OqlnJq
4. Arc de Triomphe: Amazing!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/NLJgOf
5. Louvre: You’ll want to spend a lot of time in the museum because it is so large and there is so much to see so try to save this for when you have a lot of time.
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/whN6v9
6. Seine River: Beautiful! Look for locks of love bridge too!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/j0kHty
7. Muse d Orsay: We didn’t get a chance to go, but I’ve heard amazing things about the museum and that it is a must see.
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/XqtwD2
8. Opera House: Stunning building with so much history. Try to catch a show if you can!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/sBg6mn
9. Tuileries Garden: Great place to explore and meet people!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/wEp94j

Shopping & Food: 

1. Rue Cler Street: We randomly found this place by walking everywhere the first day we got there, which is something I HIGHLY recommend. This street makes you feel like you’re a Parisian. With all the open markets, flowers, food, and people strolling by. This was by far one of my favorite places we discovered while there.

Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/Lm9VqG

2. Av. George V Street: High-end fashion houses! If you love to shop this street is heaven to you.

Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/7BMAZ1
3. Printemps: Huge mall with six stories! Unlike any mall you’ve seen before. 
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/D1H1Or
4. This place has the best lasagna I have ever had in my entire life. You must try it!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/wA6Qha
5. Pause Cafe: Has great pasta and is in a cool area of the city! Try their linguini with pesto sauce.
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/dt9j14
6. Oronero: We just stumbled upon this amazing gelato place that also serves drinks and food. The service is amazing too. I recommend if you’re looking for a great place with yummy treats!
Directions & Info: https://goo.gl/31JPzV
7. Laduree: An iconic place for macaroons!
Directions and Info: https://goo.gl/GfZw8n

Where We Stayed: 

This is a great, safe area with lots of food and things to do. Our host Alix was very sweet and accommodating. Her place was clean, modern, and convenient to the metro. I highly recommend.
Paris is an incredible city with so much to see and do. It’s elegant, stylish, sophisticated, and historic. You will create lifelong memories in Paris by exploring the city on foot. You just never know what you’re going to find, which makes Paris is a complete adventure!
Enjoy your trip!