Paris at Night: Best Things to Do, Paris, France
With the rate that we keep going back again and again, I think it’s safe to say that we are Paris experts now!
We can’t help it; the City of Light continues to live up to its name, especially when the sun sets and the city comes alive with dazzling displays of illumination.
Our guide to the best things to do in Paris at night can make people turn their nose up quite often, but they don’t realise what they are missing out on.
From iconic landmarks glowing under the night sky, to the bustling streets filled with nightlife, Paris at night is an unforgettable adventure waiting to be explored…and we are going to tell you how to do it right!
Paris is home to some of the world’s most famous landmarks, and they become even more magical under the cover of night.
The Eiffel Tower is undoubtedly the star of Paris’s night-time skyline. Every hour on the hour, the tower sparkles with thousands of lights for five minutes, creating a sight not to be missed. The best viewpoints for capturing this glittering marvel include Trocadéro Gardens, the Champs de Mars, and the Seine River banks.
Though currently under renovation following the 2019 fire, Notre-Dame Cathedral remains a sight to behold at night. Its Gothic architecture is beautifully highlighted by soft yellow lighting, making it a great spot for evening strolls. Here’s to hoping it re-opens in December 2024 as planned! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
We can’t help it; the City of Light continues to live up to its name, especially when the sun sets and the city comes alive with dazzling displays of illumination.
Our guide to the best things to do in Paris at night can make people turn their nose up quite often, but they don’t realise what they are missing out on.
From iconic landmarks glowing under the night sky, to the bustling streets filled with nightlife, Paris at night is an unforgettable adventure waiting to be explored…and we are going to tell you how to do it right!
Paris is home to some of the world’s most famous landmarks, and they become even more magical under the cover of night.
The Eiffel Tower is undoubtedly the star of Paris’s night-time skyline. Every hour on the hour, the tower sparkles with thousands of lights for five minutes, creating a sight not to be missed. The best viewpoints for capturing this glittering marvel include Trocadéro Gardens, the Champs de Mars, and the Seine River banks.
Though currently under renovation following the 2019 fire, Notre-Dame Cathedral remains a sight to behold at night. Its Gothic architecture is beautifully highlighted by soft yellow lighting, making it a great spot for evening strolls. Here’s to hoping it re-opens in December 2024 as planned! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Paris at Night: Best Things to Do
Guide Location: France » Paris
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Georgia Wright
Read it on Author's Website: https://firststepeurope.com/paris-at-night/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: France » Paris
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Georgia Wright
Read it on Author's Website: https://firststepeurope.com/paris-at-night/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Eiffel Tower
- Champ de Mars
- Trocadéro Gardens
- Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Louvre Museum
- Le Comptoir Général
- Harry’s New York Bar
- La Machine du Moulin Rouge
- Moulin Rouge
- La Nouvelle Eve Cabaret Show
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Opéra Garnier
- Terrass Hotel
- Sacre-Coeur
- Arc de Triomphe
- Champs-Élysées
- Montparnasse Tower
- Pont Alexandre III
- Silencio
- Palace Of Versailles
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