State / Region of France

Île-de-France

France

Île-de-France at a Glance

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CurrencyEuro (EUR)
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SafetyGenerally safe
Visa90 days visa-free (Schengen)
Best time to visitApril–June or September–October
Tap waterSafe to drink
Power plugsC & E (round 2-pin, 230 V)
Must-try dishCroissant & Coq au Vin

Food & Dining

Where to Eat and Drink in Paris: The 2026 Food and Nightlife Guide
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Where to Eat and Drink in Paris: The 2026 Food and Nightlife Guide

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Vacations

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Paris Travel Guide 2026: What to See, Do, and Experience in the City of Light

Paris has been the most touristed city on Earth for much of the past century. La Ville Lumière is one of the greatest cities ever built with a 2,000-year accumulation of architecture, cuisine, art, fashion, philosophy, and street life. This Paris t...

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Best Day Trips from Paris: Versailles, Giverny, Champagne, and Beyond
Paris

Best Day Trips from Paris: Versailles, Giverny, Champagne, and Beyond

One of Paris's often-overlooked advantages is what surrounds it because within a 2-hour radius of the city lies some of France's most extraordinary destinations: a palace built by the Sun King to outshine every royal residence in history, the garden ...

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Accommodation

Best Luxury Hotels Near the Eiffel Tower
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Best Luxury Hotels Near the Eiffel Tower

There are hotels in Paris and then there are hotels where you pull open the curtains in the morning to the Eiffel Tower. If you're investing in a Paris stay and want the full experience, this guide covers the finest luxury hotels within walking dista...

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Safety

Is Paris Safe for LGBTQ+ Travelers? A Complete Guide for 2026
Paris

Is Paris Safe for LGBTQ+ Travelers? A Complete Guide for 2026

Paris has been a sanctuary for LGBTQ+ people for well over a century starting from the bohemian artistic circles of Montparnasse in the 1920s to the clubs of the Marais today. In 2026, Paris ranks among the most LGBTQ+ friendly major cities in the wo...

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Tips & Advice

10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Paris in 2026
Paris

10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Paris in 2026

Paris is frequently ranked among the world's most expensive cities. It is also a city where you can spend a week of extraordinary experiences without paying for most of them. Here are ten things you can do that are free or nearly free. 1. Walk the...

Aug 1, 2026

Culture

The Underground Tunnels of Provins, Seine-et-Marne, France
Paris

The Underground Tunnels of Provins, Seine-et-Marne, France

Around 60 miles, or 90 kilometers, southeast of Paris, the medieval town of Provins is situated on the plains of Seine-et-Marne. Provins is a UNESCO World Heritage site with fortified walls and gates, round towers, and even medieval festivals and fai...

Aug 1, 2026