Paris is the city most people picture when they think "Europe trip", and it still lives up to it. Plan on roughly $200-250 a night for a well-located mid-range hotel, and book early if you're travelling in summer or during Fashion Week.
What makes Paris unique
World-class museums (the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, the Orangerie) sit within walking distance of each other. The city is built for walking: river banks, café terraces, covered passages and parks like the Tuileries and Luxembourg Gardens. Food is part of the plan, from a €2 croissant to a tasting menu. Versailles, Giverny and Champagne are easy day trips by train.
Who it's for
Couples and honeymooners, first-time Europe travellers, art and food lovers, and families with older kids. Disneyland Paris is about 40 minutes away by RER train, which makes it a strong family add-on. It's less ideal if you want a beach, or a cheap trip in peak season.
What kind of trip it is
A walking-and-metro city break. You don't need a car in Paris, and driving and parking there are stressful. Rent one only for day trips to the Loire Valley or Normandy. Four to five days covers the highlights; a week lets you add day trips.
Budget: what to expect
| Style | Hotel per night (double) | Daily spend per person |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $90-150 (2-3★, 11th-13th, 18th-20th arr.) | $70-100 |
| Mid-range | $180-280 (3-4★, Marais, Saint-Germain, Opéra) | $120-180 |
| Luxury | $450-800+ (5★ and palace hotels) | $250+ |
Add the city tourist tax, about €1-16 per adult per night depending on hotel category. Hotel breakfast often costs an extra €15-35 per person. Prices are lowest from November to March (outside the holidays) and peak in June-August and during event weeks.
Where to stay
- Le Marais & Saint-Germain: the best base for a first visit.
- Opéra & Grands Boulevards: central, great transport, fair prices.
- 11th & 12th arrondissements: the best value in central Paris.
- Montmartre: romantic, but hilly and further out.
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