Discover Paris’s 200 best Unhurried Traveller spots for your trip

Luxembourg Palace

★ 4.7 · 3,840 reviews

Discover the Luxembourg Palace, seat of the French Senate on the Left Bank. Stroll through the surrounding Jardin du Luxembourg, taking in the fountains, tree-lined paths, and iconic green metal chairs.

Hôtel de la Marine

★ 4.7 · 5,920 reviews

Step into the Hôtel de la Marine on Place de la Concorde, a restored 18th-century palace once home to the royal furniture collection and the French Navy. Wander through meticulously recreated period interiors that reviewers rank among Paris's best museum experiences.

Le Grand Cafe Capucines

★ 4.5 · 18,441 reviews

Step into Le Grand Cafe Capucines, a Belle Époque brasserie near Opéra Garnier serving Paris since 1875. Sit down for pâté-croûte, steak au poivre or a seafood platter on the sunny terrace, any time from breakfast to late night.

Brasserie des Prés

★ 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.

Le petit grain

★ 4.5 · 253 reviews

Discover Le Petit Grain, a modern grab-and-go bakery loved by Paris regulars. Grab a fresh croissant or pain au chocolat, a breakfast sandwich, and a high-end juice for a quick, quality coffee break.

Relais de l'Entrecote - Rue Marbeuf

★ 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.

Au Pied de Cochon

★ 4.4 · 24,225 reviews

Discover Au Pied de Cochon, a round-the-clock Parisian brasserie near Les Halles. Tuck into hearty classics like pig's trotters, cassoulet, and frog legs amid classic décor, a lively terrace, and the buzz of a true Paris institution.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church

★ 4.7 · 6,417 reviews

Step into Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, the oldest standing church in Paris. Wander its 11th-century interior and step back out onto the historic square that anchors this beloved Left Bank neighborhood.

Pont Alexandre III

Discover Pont Alexandre III, Paris's most ornate Seine crossing. Stroll past gilded bronze nymphs and cherubs while taking in open river views between the Invalides and the Grand Palais.

Le Cafe du Commerce

★ 4.5 · 8,157 reviews

Discover Le Café du Commerce, a historic Parisian brasserie built around a striking glass-roofed atrium. Settle in across its multi-level walkways to enjoy classic dishes like steaks, seafood, and salads in the lively 15th arrondissement setting.

Printemps Haussmann

★ 4.7 · 38,668 reviews

Explore Printemps Haussmann, a Belle Époque department store near the Opéra. Browse the fashion floors beneath the ornate 1923 stained-glass dome, then head to the rooftop terrace for a free panoramic view over central Paris.

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche

★ 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.

Bofinger

★ 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.

Le Relais de l'Entrecote - Boulevard Montparnasse

★ 4.2 · 5,550 reviews

Settle into this Montparnasse bistro where the menu decision is already made for you. Enjoy the classic walnut salad, contre-filet steak smothered in secret sauce, and endless homemade matchstick fries.

Carette

★ 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.

Angelina

★ 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.

Café de Flore

★ 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.

Musée de l'Orangerie

★ 4.6 · 24,516 reviews

Step into the oval rooms of the Musée de l'Orangerie, built specifically to showcase Monet's water lilies. Wander among the immersive Nymphéas murals, then explore the Walter-Guillaume collection featuring Renoir, Cézanne, and Picasso.

L As du Fallafel

★ 4.3 · 14,537 reviews

Discover L'As du Fallafel, the Marais counter locals queue for. Join the line, order a generously stuffed falafel pita fresh off the counter, and remember to bring cash.

Le Procope

★ 4.5 · 27,834 reviews

Step into Le Procope, Paris's oldest café since 1686. Savor classic dishes like coq au vin amid 18th-century salons once frequented by Voltaire, or relax on the hidden courtyard terrace.

Coutume Cafe

★ 4.3 · 2,312 reviews

Discover Coutume Cafe, a specialty roaster's outpost near Sèvres-Babylone. Sip expertly brewed espresso or filter coffee and pair it with a seasonal brunch or lunch dish in a relaxed 7th arrondissement setting.

Le Relais de Venise - L'Entrecôte

★ 4.1 · 3,005 reviews

Discover Le Relais de Venise, a Paris institution since 1959. Sit down for the one dish on the menu -- steak with matchstick fries and secret sauce, served by traditional waitresses, then finish with profiteroles and a glass of French wine.

Le Select

★ 4.2 · 2,065 reviews

Step into Le Select, a Montparnasse brasserie unchanged since 1923. Sip coffee or enjoy a meal among mirrors and old woodwork inside, or watch the boulevard from the terrace.

Bistrot Victoires

★ 4.4 · 7,411 reviews

Discover Bistrot Victoires, a classic Parisian spot steps from Place des Victoires. Squeeze into the lively, mirrored dining room for chalkboard classics like duck confit or the signature grilled entrecôte with hand-cut fries.

Sainte-Chapelle

★ 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.

La Rotonde

★ 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.

Cafe de la Paix

★ 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.

Les Deux Magots

★ 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.

Cafe Kitsune

★ 4.0 · 1,493 reviews

Discover Cafe Kitsune, the minimalist coffee spot near the Palais Royal gardens. Sip specialty coffee or matcha in a sleek, design-conscious setting, then browse branded beans and merchandise before heading back out to shop.

Relais de l'Entrecote - Rue Saint-Benoit

★ 4.2 · 8,394 reviews

Discover Le Relais de l'Entrecôte on the Left Bank, a Saint-Germain classic with no menu to ponder. Settle into the lively dining room for salad, steak frites with secret sauce, and a second helping once your plate is cleared.