Best Spots in Paris for The First-Class Explorers
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From the classic Louvre and Relais de l'Entrecote - Rue Marbeuf, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.7 · 373,193 reviews
Step inside the Louvre, the world's most-visited art museum set within a former royal palace. Wander past the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace before entering through the iconic glass pyramid.
★ 4.2 · 9,162 reviews
Discover Relais de l'Entrecote on Rue Marbeuf, a Paris institution since 1959. Settle into the classic bistro setting and enjoy the single set menu: walnut green salad, contre-filet steak in secret sauce, and homemade matchstick fries.
★ 4.7 · 9,088 reviews
Discover Brasserie des Prés, a lively neighborhood spot in Paris's 6th arrondissement. Settle in for classic French brasserie fare with a contemporary touch, whether you're stopping by for a casual lunch or dinner with drinks.
★ 4.7 · 14,241 reviews
Step inside Les Invalides, Louis XIV's grand soldiers' home turned military landmark. Stand beneath the gilded dome at Napoleon's tomb, then wander the Musée de l'Armée's exhibits tracing centuries of military history.
★ 4.4 · 17,091 reviews
Discover Bofinger, a historic brasserie near Bastille. Sit beneath its classic decor and savor Alsatian dishes like choucroute and flammekueche, fresh seafood platters, and artisanal beers, on the terrace or late into the evening.
★ 4.5 · 22,038 reviews
Step into Le Bon Marché, the world's first modern department store on the Left Bank. Browse carefully curated fashion floors, then wander La Grande Épicerie next door for a food hall experience unlike the bigger stores near Opéra.
★ 3.9 · 10,758 reviews
Start your morning at Carette, a chic classic Parisian café. Sip velvety hot chocolate with a fresh butter croissant amid a lively setting, queue moving quickly if you catch one.
★ 4.3 · 4,680 reviews
Start your day at La Rotonde, a Montparnasse institution since the early 1900s. Sip coffee with a croissant at breakfast, or return later for escargots de Bourgogne, sole meunière, or a seafood platter beneath the brasserie's classic décor.
★ 3.9 · 14,318 reviews
Step into Café de Flore, the Saint-Germain-des-Prés institution beloved by writers and thinkers. Settle in for coffee, breakfast, or classic café fare amid the literary atmosphere that still hosts the annual Prix de Flore award.
★ 4.6 · 49,736 reviews
Step into Sainte-Chapelle, a Gothic gem on Île de la Cité. Climb to the upper chapel and stand beneath 1,113 stained-glass windows and the Rose Window of the Apocalypse as colored light fills the soaring space.
★ 4.2 · 12,038 reviews
Step into Les Deux Magots, the storied Left Bank café once favored by Sartre, Beauvoir and Picasso. Settle into red Moleskine banquettes or the terrace for hot chocolate, tarte tatin, or weekend brunch served Saturdays through public holidays.
★ 4.3 · 18,719 reviews
Step into Angelina, the storied Rue de Rivoli tea room loved since its founding. Sip the famously rich hot chocolate and savor classics like the Mont Blanc or mille-feuille amid an elegant, bustling setting.
★ 4.3 · 7,616 reviews
Settle in at Café de la Paix, a Parisian institution facing the Opéra Garnier since 1862. Sip coffee or savor French classics like sole and onion gratin beneath the classified Napoleon III décor, or linger over pastries on the terrace.
★ 4.5 · 37,109 reviews
Step into the Atelier des Lumières, a former 19th-century foundry turned digital art centre. Walk through floor-to-ceiling projections that wrap the walls, floor, and ceiling around you, bringing works like Van Gogh's to life alongside contemporary digital shows.
★ 4.7 · 2,130 reviews
Step into Deyrolle, a taxidermy shop on Rue du Bac that's been enchanting visitors since 1888. Wander the upper floor's cabinet of curiosities, browsing mounted animals, insects, and natural history oddities collectors have prized for generations.
★ 4.5 · 797 reviews
Step into Bar Hemingway, the memorabilia-lined Art Deco room tucked inside the Ritz Paris. Sip a masterfully crafted cocktail in the storied space once frequented by Ernest Hemingway, perfect for marking a special occasion.
★ 4.6 · 6,815 reviews
Discover Crazy Horse, one of Paris's three legendary cabarets on Avenue George V. Watch a precisely choreographed nude revue where lighting and shadow transform the dancers' bodies into art, a daring alternative to the city's feather-and-sequin shows.
★ 4.8 · 14,378 reviews
Discover Sphere, chef Tetsuya Yoshida's refined restaurant in the 8th arrondissement. Savor dishes like rouget barbet with saffron and binchotan-roasted Black Angus beef, paired with wine across lunch or Carte Blanche tasting menus.
★ 4.5 · 1,190 reviews
Discover Langosteria, perched on the seventh floor of Cheval Blanc Paris. Savor Chef Michele Biassoni's Italian seafood dishes, paired wines, or cocktails while taking in terrace views stretching from Notre-Dame to Sacré-Cœur.
★ 4.7 · 1,574 reviews
Discover Selva, a South American restaurant in Paris's 5th arrondissement. Savor wood-fired dishes crafted with French technique and seasonal ingredients, paired with matching cocktails or wine on the terrace.
★ 4.7 · 20,754 reviews
Step into the Hôtel Biron for an intimate look at Auguste Rodin's sculpture. Wander past The Thinker and The Gates of Hell indoors, then stroll the rose-filled garden dotted with sculptures and works by Camille Claudel.
★ 4.7 · 3,829 reviews
Step into Le Rempart Bastille, a traditional bistro built into the old prison ramparts near Bastille métro. Settle in any time from breakfast to late-night drinks for homemade charcuterie, burgers, and cocktails in an authentic Parisian setting.
★ 4.6 · 6,882 reviews
Grab a bite at The Kitchen Champs-Élysées, just steps from the famous avenue. Tuck into juicy burgers, steak, or grilled chicken poke bowls served in generous, flavorful portions with friendly, unfussy service.
★ 4.1 · 3,339 reviews
Discover Les Ombres, the glass-walled rooftop restaurant crowning the Musée du quai Branly. Dine on contemporary French brasserie dishes from responsible producers while gazing straight across at the Eiffel Tower.
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★ 4.6 · 12,285 reviews
Discover Les Antiquaires, a polished bistrot just steps from Musée d'Orsay. Settle into leather banquettes or the quiet terrace for fine bistro cooking at fair prices, from morning until late.
★ 4.6 · 1,968 reviews
Discover L'Oiseau Blanc, a rooftop restaurant atop the Peninsula Paris honoring aviation's golden age. Enjoy refined French cuisine and attentive service while taking in panoramic views of the city skyline.
★ 4.8 · 7,570 reviews
Discover Orgueil, chef Eloi Spinnler's dual concept on Rue Popincourt. Share bistro plates built around produce, vegetables, seafood, meat and sweets, or slip behind the kitchen into the hidden Speakeasy for a seasonal multi-course tasting menu with wine pairings.
★ 4.6 · 4,606 reviews
Step into Musée de Montmartre, the 17th-century house where Renoir and Valadon once painted. Wander Suzanne Valadon's restored atelier, browse rotating exhibitions, then relax in the Renoir Gardens overlooking the Clos Montmartre vineyard.
★ 4.4 · 15,241 reviews
Step into the Hôtel Salé, a 17th-century Marais mansion turned art haven. Trace Picasso's career through the world's largest public collection, browse rotating exhibitions, and unwind at the rooftop café.
★ 4.5 · 9,954 reviews
Step into the Musée Jacquemart-André, a lavishly furnished 19th-century mansion near the Champs-Élysées. Wander through opulent salons filled with masterpieces by Rembrandt, Botticelli, and Fragonard, then relax over refreshments at Le Nélie.
Paris · 🎨 Museum
Louvre
3h
Paris · 🍽️ Food
Relais de l'Entrecote - Rue Marbeuf
2h
Brasserie des Prés
1h15
Paris · 🏛️ Landmark
Les Invalides
2h45
Bofinger
Paris · 🛍️ Shopping
Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche
1h30
Paris · 🥐 Breakfast
Carette
La Rotonde
Café de Flore
Sainte-Chapelle
40 min
Les Deux Magots
Paris · ☕ Coffeebreak
Angelina
30 min
Cafe de la Paix
Atelier des Lumières
Deyrolle
Paris · 🍸 Drinks
Bar Hemingway
1h
Paris · 🎭 Entertainment
Crazy Horse Paris
Sphere
Langosteria
Selva
Musée Rodin
Le Rempart Bastille
The Kitchen Champs-Élysées
Les Ombres
Les Antiquaires
L'Oiseau Blanc
Orgueil
Musée de Montmartre
Musée Picasso
Musée Jacquemart-André
