Paris

Paris is the capital and most populous city of France, Since the 17th century, Paris has been one of Europe's major centres of finance, diplomacy, commerce, fashion, science and the arts. The City of Paris is the centre and seat of government of the Île-de-France, or Paris Region . Paris is especially known for its museums and architectural landmarks: the Louvre was among most visited art museums in the world in 2019, with 9.6 million visitors.The Musée d'Orsay, Musée Marmottan Monet, and Musée de l'Orangerie are noted for their collections of French Impressionist art, the Pompidou Centre Musée National d'Art Moderne has the largest collection of modern and contemporary art in Europe, and the Musée Rodin and Musée Picasso exhibit the works of the two noted Parisians. The historical district along the Seine in the city centre is classified as a UNESCO Heritage Site. It was ranked as the second most visited travel destination in the world in 2018, after Bangkok.

Do's and Don't 

Don't: Shop exclusively on the Champs-Elysées

Instead: Follow in the Well-Heeled Footsteps of Locals

Don't: Blow Your Budget on a Michelin-Starred Dinner

Instead: Go for Evening Meals at Laid-Back Modern Bistros

Don’t: Expect to See Everything at the Louvre

Instead: Split Your Time Between the Louvre and Smaller Museums

Don't: Commit a Fashion Faux Pas

Instead: Dress as the Locals Do

Don't: Get Around Town in a Cab or Electric Scooter

Instead: Take to Heart the French Word Flâner

Don't: Seek Out Bohemian Ambience on the Left Bank

Instead: Find the "Real" Paris on the Canal St. Martin

Don't: Spend Hours at the Eiffel Tower

Instead: Find a View and Shorter Lines

Don't: Book the Cheapest Hotel

Instead: Book a Boutique Hotel or Furnished Apartment

Don't: Fill Up on Croissants

Instead: Save Room for a Variety of Sweet Treats

Don't: Buy Into Stereotypes

Instead: Be Mindful of Your Manners