Visit the Christmas markets
A Christmas market near the Eiffel Tower.
Paris is home to some of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe. You can find them all over the city, but some of the most famous are at Notre Dame, Montmartre and Champs Elysees. There’s nothing quite like strolling through the gift shops and sipping on a cup of mulled wine.
Go ice skating
Ice skating rink in downtown Paris.
One of the most popular activities in Paris during the winter is ice skating. There are many outdoor ice rinks around Paris including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens. This is a great activity for couples and families with children.
Visit the Eiffel Tower and drink hot chocolate
The Eiffel Tower glows brightly at night.
From sunset to 1am, the Eiffel Tower puts on a stunning light show, making it stand out against the snowy sky. At this time, enjoying a cup of rich hot chocolate is a wonderful experience. Visitors can enjoy this hot drink at Angelina, La Maison du Chocolat and Jacques Genin.
Go shopping in Paris
Christmas shopping is a fun experience in Paris.
Paris is one of the best shopping destinations in the world, so it's no surprise that it makes the list of things to do in Paris in winter. This is when many sales take place, allowing visitors to freely choose goods.
Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral in white snow.
Notre Dame Cathedral is probably the second most famous landmark in Paris. In winter, the cathedral becomes even more beautiful with its unique architecture. Take time to visit the church hall with its beautiful stained glass windows and Gothic architecture.
Rowing around the Seine
Cruise around the Seine River and see Paris.
To get a panoramic view of Paris, rowing a boat along the Seine River is a wonderful experience. Paris at night appears as a beautiful city of light, captivating tourists.
See a show at the Moulin Rouge
The famous Cancan dance.
Moulin Rouge means red windmill, this is a famous theater in Paris. It is located in the Pigalle neighborhood, a "red light district" of Paris, on the Boulevard Clichy, near Montmartre hill. For a hundred years, Moulin Rouge has been known to the world through the image of the red windmill with long-legged, seductive dancers in the famous Cancan dance.
Go on a food tour around Paris
Crepe is a famous dish in Paris.
Paris is an exciting and vibrant city. Apart from the grand palaces, museums and art galleries, or known as the fashion capital, Paris is also a paradise of delicious food. Crepes are the most popular street food in Paris, made from very simple flour with many different fillings. From Nutella, sweet marmalade to ham, cheese or eggs, one can choose any crepe filling according to their salty, sweet taste and preferences. In addition, there are many different dishes such as baguettes, burgers and fries, Gelato ice cream, souvlaki,...
Visit Disneyland in Paris
Disneyland in Paris.
Disneyland Paris, located in the suburbs of Paris, opened in 1992. The park was called Euro Disneyland until 1994, Disneyland Paris until 2002, and then Parc Disneyland. However, the name Disneyland Paris is still the most popular name among tourists. With many entertainment activities and performances held regularly, Disneyland Paris welcomes 12.5 million visitors each year, making it one of the most popular attractions in France.
