Best Things to Do in Paris in Spring
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From the classic Bagatelle Park and Anne Frank Garden, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.6 · 5,124 reviews
Wander through Bagatelle Park, a landscaped garden tucked inside the Bois de Boulogne. Stroll past the famous rose garden in full bloom around June, and admire the 18th-century château without the crowds of central Paris.
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★ 4.4 · 1,255 reviews
Discover the Jardin Anne Frank, a hidden pocket of calm tucked behind a passage off Rue Berthaud. Wander past play equipment and quiet seating nooks in this peaceful, easily-missed escape from the busy Marais streets outside.
★ 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.
★ 4.5 · 1,603 reviews
Skip the line at the Eiffel Tower, Paris's defining landmark. Head up to the 2nd floor or all the way to the summit for sweeping city views, with guided assistance included along the way.
★ 4.5 · 6,308 reviews
Discover Paris's own Statue of Liberty on the Île aux Cygnes. Stroll the slender riverside path to the island's western tip and see this quarter-scale replica gazing down the Seine toward New York.
★ 4.4 · 494 reviews
Discover Butte Bergeyre, a quiet hilltop micro-neighborhood tucked above Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. Wander its calm streets past a small community vineyard and catch a surprising, unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower.
★ 4.6 · 1,370 reviews
Discover Jardin Catherine-Labouré, a walled garden tucked away near Le Bon Marché. Grab a picnic from La Grande Épicerie and settle into this quiet, tourist-free green space for a relaxed break.
★ 4.6 · 16,484 reviews
Step into the Great Gallery of Evolution inside the Jardin des Plantes. Walk among taxidermied animals from an African wildlife caravan to marine and endangered species, all staged under modern lighting that turns natural history into vivid storytelling.
★ 4.4 · 12,679 reviews
Discover Kodawari Ramen Tsukiji, a Tokyo-inspired spot named after the legendary fish market. Savor chef Jean-Baptiste Meusnier's carefully crafted, handmade ramen in a Japan-themed setting honored with the Palme d'Or de la Restauration.
★ 4.9 · 628 reviews
Explore the medieval heart of Paris on a guided walk through the Latin Quarter and Île de la Cité. Wander historic streets while your guide brings centuries of history to life with engaging, accessible storytelling.
★ 3.9 · 19,558 reviews
Discover the Aquarium de Paris, just steps from the Eiffel Tower. Wander past colorful fish and an impressive jellyfish collection, then catch a show or video exploring the site's history and species.
★ 4.1 · 1,482 reviews
Step inside the mirrored sphere of La Géode at the Cité des Sciences. Settle under the 180° dome screen for an immersive nature or science film, wrapped in powerful sound and sweeping visuals.
★ 4.5 · 16,971 reviews
Step into a slice of Tokyo tucked inside Paris at Kodawari Ramen Yokochō. Settle into the narrow, alley-style decor and savor chef Jean-Baptiste Meusnier's award-winning ramen, crafted from carefully selected, artisan-made ingredients.
★ 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.
★ 4.7 · 60,106 reviews
Step inside the Palais Garnier, one of Paris's most opulent 19th-century theaters. Attend an opera, ballet, or concert, catch a public rehearsal, or wander the lavish interiors on a guided or independent tour.
★ 4.6 · 51,030 reviews
Discover the Jardin des Plantes, Paris's historic botanical garden by the Seine. Wander tree-lined paths and flowerbeds, step into the Grandes Serres greenhouses, visit the Ménagerie zoo, and explore galleries on evolution, geology, and mineralogy.
★ 4.6 · 8,544 reviews
Discover Musée Guimet, one of the largest collections of Asian art outside Asia. Wander galleries of sculpture, ceramics and textiles from Afghanistan to Japan, and catch temporary exhibitions like Silla-era Korean treasures near place d'Iéna.
★ 4.7 · 1,100 reviews
Step inside Notre-Dame with an expert guide, right after its landmark 2024 reopening. See the Gothic facade's carved symbols and flying buttresses up close, then walk through the light-filled, freshly restored interior and rose windows.
★ 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.
★ 4.5 · 2,570 reviews
Wander through the Paris Flower Market on Île de la Cité. Browse colorful stalls of bouquets, potted plants, and garden gifts while strolling between nearby sightseeing stops.
★ 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.
★ 4.7 · 127,929 reviews
Discover the Jardin du Luxembourg, the Senate's historic garden in the heart of Paris. Stroll past the Médicis Fountain and statues, join a guided tour or horticulture course, and check out the Musée du Luxembourg, beehive school, and music kiosk along the way.
★ 4.7 · 7,500 reviews
Step inside the Louvre with reserved access and skip the long lines. Follow an expert guide straight to the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace, hearing the stories behind each masterpiece.
★ 4.8 · 800 reviews
Step into the Musée de l'Orangerie with skip-the-line access on a small-group tour of just six guests. Walk through the Tuileries Gardens to reach the two oval rooms housing Monet's Water Lilies, then explore works by Cézanne and Matisse.
★ 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.
★ 4.7 · 25,629 reviews
Step into the Petit Palais, Paris's Beaux-Arts museum of fine arts on Avenue Winston-Churchill. Wander the free permanent galleries with works by Gustave Courbet, catch a temporary exhibition, and admire the building's péristyle along the way.
★ 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.
★ 4.3 · 4,029 reviews
Step into painter Ary Scheffer's former home, tucked away in the 9th arrondissement. Wander period rooms filled with Romantic-era furnishings and art, then unwind with tea or a snack at Rose Bakery in the leafy courtyard garden.
★ 4.1 · 11,003 reviews
Descend 20 metres beneath Paris into the world's largest underground ossuary. Walk the 1,500-metre route past walls stacked with bones and skulls, learning the site's geology and history along the way with an included audioguide.
★ 4.7 · 2,092 reviews
Escape Paris for a day in the Loire Valley, France's storied château and wine country. Tour historic castles with a knowledgeable guide and cap off the trip with a guided wine tasting.
Paris · 🌳 Nature
Bagatelle Park
1h
Anne Frank Garden
20 min
Paris · 🏛️ Landmark
Luxembourg Palace
Eiffel Tower: 2nd Floor Access or Summit Access
2h
Statue of Liberty – Île aux Cygnes
30 min
Paris · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Butte Bergeyre
Jardin Catherine-Labouré
Paris · 🎨 Museum
Great Gallery of Evolution
Paris · 🍽️ Food
Kodawari Ramen (Tsukiji)
1h45
Paris · 🧭 Tours
Guided Tour of the Old Town and Latin Quarter
Aquarium de Paris
1h30
Paris · 🎭 Entertainment
Planetarium Geode
Kodawari Ramen Yokochō
Paris · 🥐 Breakfast
Café de Flore
1h15
Opera at Palais Garnier
3h
Jardin des Plantes
45 min
Musée Guimet
Guided tour Notre-Dame
Atelier des Lumières
Paris · 🛍️ Shopping
Paris Flower Market
Louvre
Jardin du Luxembourg
Louvre guided tour masterpieces
3h30
Guided tour Musée de l'Orangerie
Musée de l'Orangerie
Petit Palais
Au Pied de Cochon
Musée de la Vie Romantique
Catacombes de Paris
Loire Valley Castles Day Trip with Wine Tasting
11h
