Paris

There is an endless list of things to do in Paris from sightseeing, art, music, theatre, opera, gastronomy, shopping, and much more. Some say that the best experience is getting lost and wandering around to uncover the unexpected rather than checking off a list, especially as such a list is endless in Paris.

In the summertime, enjoy the Paris Plages -- beaches by the River Seine. Grab some delicious ice cream at Berthillon nearby on Île Saint-Louis, or a fresh pain au chocolat for breakfast at a local boulangerie – follow your nose and get it fresh! Ask the seller what they recommend if you drop by the many farmers’ markets, they often know their produce better than the buyer.

For the fashion-conscious, the biannual Paris Fashion Week may be the time to go, perhaps combining the visit with the newer Foundation Louis Vuitton by architect Frank Gehry.

Visit the Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris (Notre-Dame Cathedral) a Gothic giant on the Île de la Cité, and see the mixture of dark and light ambiance filtered through the stained glass rose window. You may be lucky enough to hear the organist perform within the centuries-old building.

Montparnasse Tower's terrace is great for views of Paris as is the iconic Eiffel Tower where you can purchase a ticket to take the lift up and down or walk part of the way. Around Christmastime, an ice rink opens on level 1 for a romantic winter experience.

Bon voyage!