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Paris
Zinc rooftops and a pale pink morning.
Paris is best seen from above and at street level. Haussmann boulevards frame long views; side streets hold markets, bakeries and small galleries.
The city's arrondissements spiral outwards from the centre, which makes it easy to plan a day around one or two neighbourhoods.
Neighbourhoods
Le Marais
Mansions, galleries and boutiques.
Canal Saint-Martin
Iron footbridges and waterside cafés.
Montmartre
Hilltop lanes and views across the city.
When to go
Spring and early autumn are especially pleasant. August is quieter as many residents leave the city.
Getting around
The Métro reaches every arrondissement. Walking and cycling are pleasant along the Seine and canals.
Where to stay
Saint-Germain and the Marais are central and walkable; the 11th offers a lively local atmosphere.
