Weekend in Paris
 

Hello Everyone,

I am going to Paris for a weekend with my hubby. This is our first Paris trip, we don't know what should we do in Paris, such as where to shop, where to sightsee, what to eat. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you.

You could start with the miniguide under "Destinations" here on fodors.com.

Hello... I would try looking around the Fodors site or in a guidebook first, then come back with more specific questions. It's hard to advise you on where to shop or sightsee when we don't know your interests!

As indicated, there is plenty to do. The good news is that central Paris is fairly compact which will allow you to see many of the highlights.

I'd recommend you make time for the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. While it is possible to see both the Louvre and the D'Orsay, at least the highlights of each, you might want to base your choice on what you prefer in terms of artistic style. If you prefer the Impressionists, then certainly make time for the D'Orsay. If seeing the Mona Lisa is your biggest priority, then the Louvre if time prevents you from seeing both.

Walking up the Champs Elysses towards the Arc is certainly enjoyable. In terms of shopping, really depends. If you are just looking to shop, and not shop specific stores like Hermes, then one of the big department stores like Galleries-Lafayette or Samarataine should work.

As indicated, think about what you're looking to do and to focus on. You'll get plenty of help with a bit of guidance.

http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...mp;tid=1277898

Pick and choose what sounds interesting...

HI
people want to be helpful, but in turn you can help if you narrow things down a bit. 3 day weekend? 4?
Interests? Budgets? And where are you staying?

For a map, I recommend Streetwise Paris, available at amazon.com and many bookstores

I have a file on Paris; if you'd like to see it, email me at
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Since your time is a little limited, you might want to take one of the hop on/hop off bus tours of the city. Here is the information for one of them: http://www.paris-opentour.com/index_eng.htm

I am arriving Paris on Friday at 10:00 am, and leave on Sunday at 4:00 pm. I guess i have 2 full days in Paris. I will be staying at Plaza Athenee. I want to know what are MUST see while in Paris, and restuarant suggestions. Many thanks.

The &quot;must see's&quot; are places that <b>you</b> want to see, whatever it is that makes you say &quot;hey, we're in Paris now!&quot;. The above-mentioned Fodor's miniguide obviously will highlight the famous/popular things to see and do. Choose from that list those that are of interest to <b>you</b>.

I agree with Travelnut. You can catch a lot of things by just taking long walks that include the areas of the Hotel de Ville, Louvre and the Champs Elysees on the Right Bank. Cross over through Ile de la Cite past Notre Dame and head into the Latin Quarter and St. Germain on the Left Bank. Go to the Eiffel Tower. Walk along the Seine. Stop in at a few of the bistros, brasseries or cafes that you will pass along your way. Choose by what you see on the posted menus or chalkboards or what you happen to notice through the window or smell. Take the metro up to Montmarte. Check out the Marais. You will have seen a lot of Paris and many &quot;must sees&quot;, but skip the checklist and just drink it in as it comes to you. You can always come back. (I've been to Paris a dozen times and I still haven't found the time to enter the Louvre. I'll get to it sometime, I'm sure.)