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France

Paris is one of the world's great cities, with famous landmarks, world-class museums and elegant boulevards. It is just over two hours from London by Eurostar. It suits a romantic weekend, a family trip or a cultural break.

Region: Europe

Trip types on sale: City Break.

Places

Best time to go

April to June and September to October for comfortable sightseeing; December for festive lights.

Who it suits

Couples, families and culture lovers.

Getting there

Eurostar runs from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord in about 2 hours 15 minutes. Flights from London and UK regional airports to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY) take about 1 hour 15 minutes.

Practical

  • Time: 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
  • Currency: Euro
  • Language: French.

Typical daytime highs

  • Spring (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 15 to 20°C in spring (March to May).
  • Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 24 to 26°C in summer (June to August).
  • Autumn (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 15 to 20°C in autumn (September to November).
  • Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 7 to 9°C in winter (December to February).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Go up the Eiffel Tower
  • Visit the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay
  • Explore Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur
  • Take a boat trip on the Seine
  • Stroll the Champs-Élysées
  • Visit Disneyland Paris

Questions

How do I get to Paris from the UK?

Eurostar runs from London St Pancras in about 2 hours 15 minutes, and flights take about 1 hour 15 minutes.

How many days do I need in Paris?

Three or four days covers the main sights.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.