Discover Paris

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Paris. Discover Paris' most popular experiences and best kept secrets, from falling under the spell of island life on Île St-Louis, to toasting the sunset from the hilltop Belvédère in Parc de Belleville, and gallery-hopping through the historic Marais district.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Paris travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Paris effortlessly
• Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Paris
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Versailles, to Les Catacombes, and Jardin des Plantes
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Parisian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Eiffel Tower & Western Paris, Champs-Élysées & Grands Boulevards, Louvre & Les Halles, Montmartre & Northern Paris, Le Marais, Belleville & Ménilmontant, Bastille & Eastern Paris, the Islands, Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Les Invalides, Montparnasse & Southern Paris, plus day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Fontainebleau, Auvers-sur-Oise

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Paris.