Lonely Planet Paris (Travel Guide)

Lonely Planet’s Parisis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Stroll down monument-lined boulevards, lose yourself in the Louvre, and dine on French delicacies; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Paris and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet’s ParisTravel Guide:

Up-to-date information – all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

NEW pull-out, passport-size ‘Just Landed’ card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info – all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel

Planning tools for family travellers – where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids

What’s New feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncovered

Colour maps and images throughout

Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics

Over 49 maps 

Covers Eiffel Tower & Western Paris, Champs-Elysees & Grands Boulevards, Louvre & Les Halles, Montmartre & Northern Paris, Le Marais, Menilmontant & Belleville, ,Bastille & Eastern Paris, the Islands, the Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Les Invalides, Montparnasse & Southern Paris and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Paris, our most comprehensive guide to Paris, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. 

Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Paris, a handy-sized guide focused on the can’t-miss sights for a quick trip.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s France for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 

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