If the calling comes to travel to the City of Light, Paris, France will not disappoint. It is brimming with an abundance of hotels, attractions, shops and chic cafes. Being one of the most visited cities in the world, savvy travelers need only map out the top sites they wish to explore to get the most from a visit to Paris.

Getting There

Paris is a major hub for many airlines, which makes it quite easy to access. It’s also a good point of entry to most of the surrounding European countries.

The city is separated into arrondissements, or neighborhoods. These arrondissements run in a circular pattern starting at the center of Paris and spiraling outwards. The city is divided by the Seine River, and its sides are the Left Bank and Right Bank.

Public transportation in Paris is plentiful, including the Metro trains and a well-organized bus system. To begin your exploration of the city, it’s best to select which attractions you want to see and the arrondissements within easy access.

Where to Dine

One of the greatest joys about visiting Paris is the food. It features world-renowned gourmet restaurants and an abundance of charming cafes. Many popular restaurants offer online reservations and your hotel concierge can help you choose some of the best.

Things to See and Do

Arguably the most sought-after venue in the city, the Louvre Museum attracts visitors to gaze upon its prized possession, the famous Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. Other amazing works include items from the birth of great civilizations to the 19th century divided into Antiquities; Islamic arts; Objets d’Art which feature stunning tapestries, jewelry, furniture and ceramics in an 81-room section and French Sculpture.

No visit to Paris would be complete without a stop at the Eiffel Tower. Recognized as one of the world’s most notable monuments, it is a wonder to behold. The engineering marvel was

built for the 1889 Exposition and at the time, was the tallest building in the world.

Next on the Parisian must-see list is the Centre Pompidou, which houses the National Museum of Modern Art showcasing pieces spanning from 1905 to today. The Centre also features The Galerie des Photographies, an expansive and very important collection of photographs of 40,000 prints and 60,000 negatives of famous photographers.

For the best views of Paris, climb to the top of the famous Arc de Triomphe.