Seine dinner cruise
A three-course dinner gliding past the illuminated monuments.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Seine sightseeing cruise
An hour on the river past Notre-Dame, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower.
See dates and prices →Louvre guided tour
The Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and the highlights without getting lost.
See dates and prices →Eiffel Tower summit tickets
Go all the way to the top for the classic view of Paris.
See dates and prices →Versailles palace and gardens day trip
The Hall of Mirrors, the gardens and Marie Antoinette's estate.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Le Marais food tour
Cheese, charcuterie, pastries and chocolate in one of Paris's oldest districts.
See dates and prices →French wine and cheese tasting
Learn to pair French wines and cheeses in a vaulted cellar.
See dates and prices →Croissant and pastry baking class
Learn the secrets of buttery croissants with a French pastry chef.
See dates and prices →Champagne day trip from Paris
Visit champagne houses in Reims and Épernay with tastings.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Paris bike tour
Cycle along the Seine and through the parks on flat, easy routes.
See dates and prices →Catacombs of Paris tour
Tunnels lined with the bones of six million Parisians.
See dates and prices →Vintage 2CV car tour
See Paris from a classic Citroën 2CV with the roof rolled back.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Paris
Le Comptoir du Relais
Saint-Germain
Classic bistro with a lively terrace.
Map ↗Bouillon Chartier
Grands Boulevards
Belle Époque dining hall with tiny prices. Great for big groups.
Map ↗L'As du Fallafel
Le Marais
Famous falafel pitas on Rue des Rosiers.
Map ↗Septime
11th arrondissement
One of the city's most sought-after tables. Book weeks ahead.
Map ↗Le Train Bleu
Gare de Lyon
Opulent belle époque dining room inside a train station.
Map ↗Chez Janou
Le Marais
Bustling bistro with a giant bowl of chocolate mousse.
Map ↗Breizh Café
Le Marais
The best buckwheat galettes in town.
Map ↗Frenchie
Sentier
Small tasting menus in a tiny street.
Map ↗Le Bistrot Paul Bert
11th arrondissement
Textbook steak frites and soufflé.
Map ↗Le Relais de l'Entrecôte
Saint-Germain
One dish only: steak with secret sauce and endless fries.
Map ↗Du Pain et des Idées
Canal Saint-Martin
Legendary bakery. Try the pistachio escargot.
Map ↗Le Jules Verne
Eiffel Tower
Dinner on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Map ↗Where to stay
- Le Bristol Paris $$$
Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Palace hotel with a rooftop pool. - Le Pavillon de la Reine $$$
Place des Vosges. Ivy-covered hideaway in the Marais. - Hôtel des Grands Boulevards $$$
Grands Boulevards. Stylish hotel with a rooftop bar.
Getting around
- The metro is fast and reaches almost everywhere. Buy a Navigo Easy card or use contactless.
- The RER B train runs from CDG to central Paris in about 35 minutes.
- Taxis from CDG and Orly charge a fixed fare to the center.
- Vélib bike share and walking are great ways to get around central Paris.
Arriving
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is 45 minutes from the center; Orly (ORY) is 30 minutes. Taxis from both airports charge a flat fare.
Good to know for guests in Paris
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Tipping: Service is included by law ("service compris"). Leaving a few euros extra for good service is a nice touch, not an obligation.
- Dinner time: Dinner from about 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Village restaurants may stop serving early.
- Power plugs: Type C and E plugs, 230 V.
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Questions guests ask about Paris
When is the best time for a wedding in Paris?
April to June, September to October is the most popular season. Café terraces, the Seine at sunset and world-famous museums. Paris rewards slow walks between neighborhoods.
How do guests get to Paris?
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is 45 minutes from the center; Orly (ORY) is 30 minutes. Taxis from both airports charge a flat fare.
How do guests get around Paris?
The metro is fast and reaches almost everywhere. Buy a Navigo Easy card or use contactless. The RER B train runs from CDG to central Paris in about 35 minutes. Taxis from CDG and Orly charge a fixed fare to the center. Vélib bike share and walking are great ways to get around central Paris.
What can wedding guests do in Paris as a group?
Good group options include seine dinner cruise, seine sightseeing cruise, louvre guided tour, eiffel Tower summit tickets. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Paris?
Yes. Our Paris wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Paris wedding weekend itinerary
Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
See the plan →Welcome dinner restaurants in Paris
Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
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