Paris is the largest city in Europe and one of the most famous and well visited cities in the world. Millions of words have been written extoling its virtues there is no need to preach to the converted . Here are the things you need to know:

Official visitor information site for Paris

Districts or Arrondissements of Paris

Paris is made up of 20 Arrondissments (like districts) with the 3rd, 4th , 5th and 6th being widely regarded as the best areas to stay. These are central, safer and with a more village like atmosphere.

Tripadvisor Paris Forum 

Access

Driving into Paris can be challenging and should be avoided if possible.

Flying to Paris or taking the Eurostar from London is recommended.

Once in Paris, use its excellent public transport system to get around. More information on all of this in the Travel section

What to see and do

Most of Paris's main attractions are its monuments such as the Eiffel Tour, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral or its museums or galleries such as the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay or Pompideu Centre.

Walk the streets, drift down the Seine, sit in cafes, browse shops, visit markets and generally soak up the atmosphere of somewhere very different to home.   

Paris Accommodation

Most accommodation Paris is generally of the large chain or small independent hotel variety.

Prices in Paris are generally high and the quality not always the best. Be prepared for tiny showers and elevators and banging your head on low ceilings.

If you are staying a week or so, rental apartments can be a good option in terms of comfort and price.

The accommodation section of this site provides details on a wide range of options and is completely unbaised.