Paris

“Nataka kuelekea Paris”

Paris

The City of Light, one café at a time

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Best timeApril to June and September to October
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Discover Paris

Paris is a city to wander. Walk from Notre-Dame along the Seine to the Louvre, stop for a croissant in Saint-Germain, then ride up the Eiffel Tower as the lights begin to sparkle on the hour.

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Each neighbourhood has its own character — artistic Montmartre beneath the Sacré-Cœur, the elegant Marais with its galleries and falafel shops, and the grand boulevards of the Champs-Élysées. Add a day at the Palace of Versailles or Disneyland Paris and you have one of the best city breaks in the world.

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Want it your way? Tell us your dates, budget and who’s travelling. We’ll design a Paris trip just for you. Plan a custom trip

See & do

The best of Paris

Must-see

  1. Eiffel TowerParis’s 330 m icon, sparkling for five minutes every hour after dark.
  2. Louvre MuseumThe world’s most visited museum, from the Mona Lisa to the Venus de Milo.
  3. Montmartre & Sacré-CœurHilltop village of artists’ squares and views over the rooftops.
  4. Notre-Dame CathedralReopened in December 2024 after its painstaking restoration.

Things to do

  1. 01
    Climb the Eiffel TowerSkip-the-line tickets to the second floor or summit — magical at dusk.
  2. 02
    Cruise the SeineOne hour on the river passes Notre-Dame, the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay.
  3. 03
    See the Mona LisaA guided Louvre tour that skips the queues and finds the masterpieces.
  4. 04
    Day at VersaillesThe Hall of Mirrors, the King’s apartments and the vast formal gardens.
  5. 05
    Disneyland ParisTwo parks of rides and parades, 40 minutes from the city by train.

When to go

Best time to visit

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Novnow Dec

Best months Possible, but not ideal

April to June and September to October — mild weather, blossom or autumn colour, and fewer crowds than summer.

Climate. Temperate: 20–25°C in summer, 3–8°C in winter. Rain is spread through the year, so pack a light jacket.

Travel info

Good to know

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Fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) via Dubai, Doha, Istanbul or Amsterdam. The RER train or a private transfer reaches the centre in 45–60 minutes.

Nearest airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Languages
French; English in hotels and tourist areas
Time zone
Central European Time (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Visa
Part of the Schengen Area. Many nationalities need a Schengen visa — apply 4–8 weeks before travel. Our team checks the rules for your passport and can handle the application for you.
Good to know
Many museums close on Monday or Tuesday — we plan your days around opening times.

Questions

Before you go to Paris

Talk to our Dar es Salaam team

We know Paris well and can shape any trip to your dates and budget.

How many days do I need in Paris?
Four nights lets you see the big sights at a relaxed pace. Add a fifth for Versailles or Disneyland.
Can I combine Paris with London?
Easily — the Eurostar train links the two city centres in about 2 hours 20 minutes. See our Paris & London package.

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