Things to Do in Ari
50 curated spots from Ari itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Louvre Museum
Skip-the-line tour of Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo; focus on highlights (2 hours).
2h · $25 or Free
Musée d'Orsay
Explore Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces; don’t miss the clock windows on the top floor for views over the Seine.
2h 30m · $20
Luxembourg Gardens
Enter near the Sénat, circle the central basin, admire the Médici Fountain, and sit on the green chairs under chestnut trees.
1h · Free
Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur
Funicular up, basilica dome views (**photography highlight**, less-crowded side steps); Place du Tertre artists.
2h · $Free-$10 (dome)
Sainte-Chapelle
Step inside this Gothic royal chapel to admire its famous stained glass walls and intricate architecture, then wander the surrounding palace courtyard.[2][3]
1h · $15
Arc de Triomphe
Climb for panoramic views; best photography from terrace at sunset.
1h 15m · $16
Musée d’Orsay
Explore Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces inside a grand former train station, including works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
2h 30m · $18-22
Eiffel Tower
Elevator to 2nd level for views and photos (20-min metro from Champs-Élysées).
1h 30m · $30/adult
Seine River Cruise
1-hour ride past landmarks at dusk.
1h · $25
Centre Pompidou
Contemporary art museum with colorful works and rooftop views; metro Line 11 from Marais (15 min).
2h · $16 or Free (1st Sunday)
Jardin du Luxembourg
Wander the formal gardens, sit for a break, and photograph the fountains and palace views.
1h · Free
Canal Saint-Martin Stroll
Walk the canal banks, photograph bridges and reflections, and browse small shops and casual cafés along the water.
1h 30m · Free
Marais Walking Tour
Place des Vosges, Jewish Quarter, Victor Hugo House.
2h · Free
Palace of Versailles
Tour Hall of Mirrors, gardens; rent bikes optional.
6h · $30
Musée Carnavalet
Free history of Paris museum in historic mansions.
1h 30m · Free
Musée de l'Orangerie
Walk across the bridge and Tuileries to see Monet’s Nymphéas and a compact but excellent collection of modern art downstairs.
1h 30m · $15
Eiffel Tower & Champ de Mars
Visit the tower with a timed ticket or enjoy ground-level views and photos from Champ de Mars or Trocadéro.[3][4]
2h · $30-40 for summit ticket, Free to enjoy from ground
Latin Quarter Walk
Stroll medieval streets, Shakespeare & Co bookstore, free explore ruins.
1h · Free
Le Marais Shopping
Boutiques and bookstores on charming streets; focus on independent shops.
1h 30m · Varies
Le Marais Walking Tour
See Place des Vosges, Jewish Quarter, and revolutionary history.
2h · Free
Musée du Louvre
Private or small-group family-focused tour of highlights like the Mona Lisa, Winged Victory, and Egyptian antiquities, followed by free time in the Cour Carrée and Tuileries Garden.
2h 30m · $60-80 per person for entry; $300-600 total for private guide
Palais Garnier
Self-guided tour of grand staircase, Chagall ceiling, and opulent auditoriums (metro Line 8 from Luxembourg, 20 min).
1h 30m · $15
Picasso Museum
Modern masterpieces in elegant hôtel particulier.
1h 30m · $20
Pont Alexandre III
Ornate bridge at dusk (15-min walk).
45m · Free
Promenade Plantée
Elevated greenway park (10-min walk).
1h · Free
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Climb for panoramic views; photography highlight at sunset from steps (no interiors).
1h 30m · Free
Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées
Climb for views, walk avenue admiring Haussmann architecture; great photography.
2h · $15/adult
Caveau de la Huchette
Legendary jazz club with live swing music and dance floor.
1h 30m · $25
Covered Passages & Grands Boulevards Walk
From the Grands Boulevards area, explore 19th‑century covered passages like Passage des Panoramas and Galerie Vivienne with vintage shops and cafés.
2h · Free (shopping extra)
Galeries Lafayette
Luxury shops, rooftop panorama.
1h 30m · Free entryRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Café de Flore
Legendary spot; croque monsieur and hot chocolate.
1h · $25-40 per person
Chez Janou
Provençal café; pastis, croissants nearby market.
1h · $35-50 per person
La Maison Rose
Pink house bistro; duck confit, house salad.
1h 15m · $50-70 per person
Breizh Café
Gourmet crepes; buckwheat galettes with cider.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Café Constant
Provençal dishes; tower views nearby.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Le Consulat
Cozy bistro for French onion soup, steak frites, and wine.
1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Marché des Enfants Rouges
Oldest covered market; sample falafel, oysters, or charcuterie from eclectic stalls
1h 15m · $40-60 per person
Bouillon Chartier
Classic French; escargot; 20-min RER back.
1h 15m · $12-18 per person
Café Marly
Museum café with viennoiseries, views.
1h · $20-30 per person
L’As du Fallafel
Famous falafel take-away spot on Rue des Rosiers; grab a stuffed pita and eat it as you stroll nearby streets.
45m · $10-18 per person
Le Procope
Historic café-restaurant dating back to 1686; order coq au vin or boeuf bourguignon in a wood-paneled setting.
1h 30m · $35-50 per person
Angelina Paris
Famous hot chocolate and Mont Blanc pastry.
1h 15m · $30-45 per person
Bouillon Pigalle
Large, lively brasserie-style restaurant with classic dishes at very reasonable prices; expect a short wait at peak times.
1h 30m · $18-30 per person
Bread & Roses
Artisan pastries, yogurt, coffee in cozy spot.
45m · $12-20 per person
Le Refuge des Fondus
Quirky fondue spot with communal tables and casual, social vibe; simple cheese or meat fondues and wine served in baby bottles.
1h 30m · $25-35 per person (set menu style)
Holybelly 5
Trendy brunch café near the canal with pancakes, eggs, and good coffee; arrive near opening to minimize waiting.
1h · $18-22 per person
Le Petit Cler
Bistro on a charming market street; share a plat du jour and a carafe d’eau to keep the bill down.
1h · $18-25 per person
Angelina Versailles
Famous hot chocolate and pastries.
1h · $25-40 per person
L'As du Fallafel
Best falafel in Paris; loaded pita.
45m · $15-25 per person
Ladurée Champs-Élysées
Famous macarons and tea; savory pastries too.
45m · $20-30 per person