Paris Things to Do

The Pont Neuf is one my favourite bridges in the world. Although the stone doesn’t lend itself to vibration, this means I can take a break from making experimental sound art, and simply revel in the elegant arches and curved love-seats which offer a gorgeous view of Paris and a perfect location for a picnic.

Paris is a remarkably green city with many options to get off the beaten track. The edges of the capital are interspersed with delightful green areas, from contemporary parks to charming historical walks and tucked-away secret gardens. Discover the 12th arrondissement through the Promenade plantée, take a country walk in the verdant Petite Ceinture circling [...]

If you’re a North American, you might find Europe odd for a number of reasons, and one of them might be how easy it is to visit four or five different countries in the time it takes to drive across west Texas. Even if you’re visiting the British Isles, you can still get on a train and be in France in practically no time at all. That’s why, if you’re visiting London, you should budget time to spend the day in Paris.

I remember the first time I ever visited Dallas. It was with my parents, and we walked through the 6th Floor Museum, the memorial/museum dedicated to the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Visitors reverently strolled from exhibit to exhibit, murmuring to themselves as they soaked in all that information, and I loved it. I found the exhibits to be informative and fascinating, and looking back, the 6th Floor Museum is definitely a top spot to visit if you’ve never been to Dallas. I was reminded of this while thinking about what a first-time visitor to Paris might want to see.

Everyone who visits Paris and takes Paris tours probably visits all the important sites like the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs-Élysées. They also probably see them during the day. This is fine and all, especially for first-time visitors, but some people want to see a side of Paris a little, shall we say, shadier.

If you’re planning a trip to Paris, I highly recommend booking a tour of the City of Light at the beginning of your trip. If you do it on the first day you’re there, a Paris tour will make sure you see the city’s signature sights and give you a better feel for further exploration.