Things to do in Paris

Things to do in Paris

5,104 ranked activities28 in the 90+ Club

Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance.

Quick answer

What are the best things to do in Paris?

Outty ranks 5,104 bookable experiences in Paris, France. The highest scoring is Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) at 98 out of 100, followed by Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre After-Hours: Private Curated Tour. Prices start at €3 per person and 28 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late.

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5,104
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€3 per person
Bookable today
123

Top attractions in Paris

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Top tour operators in Paris

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Paris they cover.

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Most Popular in Paris

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Paris

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Paris

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Paris

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Paris

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Paris

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Paris

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Paris

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Paris

What are the best things to do in Paris?
Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) is the highest ranked experience in Paris, scoring 98 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,168 traveler reviews. Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre After-Hours: Private Curated Tour, Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 5,104 bookable experiences in Paris, France, and 28 of them score 90 or above.
Which attractions should I visit in Paris?
The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, 4th Arrondissement, 8th Arrondissement, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Montmartre. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.
How much do activities in Paris cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Paris is €73 per person, and the cheapest starting price is €3 on Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Paris for today?
Yes. 123 of the top 125 experiences we rank in Paris currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Paris good for families?
Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in Paris are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Paris?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Paris?
124 of the 125 experiences we rank in Paris offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Paris gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Paris so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.