Oh, Paris. Paris is your first love—so familiar with its storied sights, but forever making your heart flutter. You've seen its famous tower and bridges, its grand boulevards and cathedral. You've heard its upbeat chansons, and know its quaint cafés. Experiencing it first-hand will surprise you, sweep you off your feet, leave you with a longing to come back. After all, you'll always have Paris.
Visit Paris: get started
You can't go wrong with a trip to Paris! Things to do in Paris include seeing the Eiffel Tower at night, touring famous neighbourhoods like Montmartre and its Moulin Rouge and strolling through the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. Make sure to greet the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum! Choose from Paris tour packages from Canada to discover all the tourist attractions and stay in top Paris hotels.
Paris travel guide
Destination facts
Language
French
What to bring back
Macarons from Ladurée, paintings of the city’s landmarks, and books from Paris’ beloved bookshops.
What to eat
Steak frites at a bistro, a jambon-beurre (ham-butter) sandwich to go, a croque-monsieur, or a meal at one of the city’s many Michelin-starred restaurants like L’Arpège (Paris is one of the cities with the most Michelin stars in the world!).
Fun fact
Paris was founded around the 3rd century BC by a Celtic tribe called the Parisii and was originally named Lutetia (full name: Lutetia of the Parisii). Its current name is so popular that there are now over 30 other places around the world with the same one, including a Paris in Ontario, Texas and Panama. Make sure you book the right one!
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
