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The French capital woos with its couture, seduces with its chocolate and kindles romance in Jardin des Tuileries. Journey down the Siene between visits to Notre-Dame, the Louvre or Musee d'Orsay. Climb the steps at Sacre-Coeur, and watch the sun set over Paris. Visit Marche des Enfant Rouges in Marais on a Sunday morning for the street performers and accordions.

Whether it's your first time on a Paris vacation or your fiftieth, let Orbitz help with the planning. We'll give you the details on the best time go, top 10 highlights and tips on the choicest petit fours and boulangeries.

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Paris Vacation Packages

Normandy Hotel

4 stars
3.3 / 5 184 reviews
Intimate Paris hotel near the Louvre and Tuileries Gardens Parisian grandeur meets Parisian intimacy at this Normandy Hotel, a 117-room property across from the Louvre and Rue Saint Honore. The Belle Epoque hotel holds a place in the city's past as a place where English clientele gathered for cocktails and conversation. Historical touches remain, from the carefully restored Napoleon III-style ceilings in the on-site Italian restaurant to the gorgeous antique furniture in the guest rooms. HighlightsAcross from the Louvre and Rue Saint HonoreFully restored hotel that once entertained English clientele during the Paris Belle EpoqueIl Palazzo restaurant with Napoleon III-style ceilingsBuffet breakfast and Wi-FiClose to la Défense, Nord and Lyon train stations and the Champs Elysées Rooms Normandy Hotel rooms reflect Belle Epoque style, with accents such as vintage furniture, sweeping drapes and floral wallpaper driving the theme. Striking toile prints and views of the Louvre and cityscape turn on Parisian charm. The property boasts 117 rooms equipped with Wi-Fi, safes and windows that open. Features Normandy Hotel guests are spoiled by location. The property is literally across from the Louvre and within walking distance to the Tuileries Gardens and Champs-Elysees. The in-house bar recreates the atmosphere of a classic English tap with cozy leather seating and waxed wood. Drama runs as high as the fully-restored Napoleon III-style ceilings in Il Palazzo, where guests dine on Italian fare. Transportation Paris-Orly Airport (9.6 mi/15.5 km)Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (14.5 mi/23.3 km) Attractions The Louvre (across from the hotel)Rue Saint Honore (across from the hotel)Tuileries Gardens (.2 mi/.3 km)Musee D'Orsay (.5 mi/.8 km)Musee D'Orsay (.5 mi/0.8 km)Champs-Elysées (.8 mi/1.3 km)Centre Georges Pompidou (.9 mi/1.4 km)Notre Dame Cathedral (1 mi/1.6 km)The Sorbonne and Latin Quarter (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Sacre Coeur and Montmartre (1.6 mi/2.7 km)Eiffel Tower (1.8 mi/3 km) Business Meeting space for up to 80, including six convention rooms
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Hotel Saint Christophe

3 stars
4.3 / 5 78 reviews
The "Hotel St Christophe" provides a warm welcome whether you are here on business or for leisure. The Hotel environment will give you many ideas of stroll : walk few minutes at dawn and enjoy the beauty of Pantheon, Luxembourg gardens, Mouffetard quarter, Jardin des Plantes or Notre-Dame cathedral. The breakfast room is open from 7 am till 10 am and you will find orange juice, croissants, corn flakes, cheese, bread, yoghurt, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, jam and milk .The Hotel provides High-speed Internet, Wireless Internet and Smoke-free property. The extra charges including phone calls, drinks from the mini-bar are at the clients charge.
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Timhotel Tour Montparnasse

4 stars
4.0 / 5 35 reviews
Timhotel Tour Montparnasse with its 1930's facade highlighted by an Art Dco fresco, has a touch of modernity while fully respecting the great French decorative tradition. The large woodpanelled lift and a quaint smaller one made of forged iron enhance this listed building and ensure easy access to the delightfully rooms renovated in 2008. The tone remains classic however with the moulded plaster corniches and the large reproductions of paintings. Sound proofed to enhance the guest's comfort, they provide a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of the hurly-burly of Paris in this street with seven theatres. An ideal location for visiting Paris. The hotel has no smoking policy. The breakfast is an extra cost of 15 euros per person
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Le Littre

4 stars
4.2 / 5 13 reviews
The privately owned Hotel Le Littre is located on the Left Bank, in the heart of the 6th district , where the colourfulness of Saint-Germain-des-Pres, the exuberance of the Latin Quarter, the Bohemian atmosphere of Montparnasse and the peaceful romanticisim of the Luxembourg Gardens all come together. The boutiques of Saint-Germain, quality restaurants, literary cafes, the theatres and cinemas of Montparnasse and the banks of the Seine itself are all within easy reach. A total of 90 guest rooms and suites overlooking either rue Littre or the interior courtyard. Rooms on the higher floors have views of the Eiffel Tower. Interconnecting rooms and no-smoking floors available. Rooms are spacious and furnished in traditional style.
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Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-Des-Pres Paris

4 stars
4.4 / 5 69 reviews
Contemporary Paris hotel close to charming Boulevard Saint-Michel A plum location on the banks of the Seine opposite Pont-Neuf beckons guests to Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-des-Pres Paris, which is a short walk to the quaint boutiques, antiques dealers and cafes along Boulevard Saint-Michel. The hotel comprises 142 studios and 62 one-bedroom apartments equipped with full kitchens, utensils, cookware and all the extras. A modern aesthetic--from the mod furniture to the sleek lighting--captures the urban identity of Paris. Highlights Stylish hotel on the banks of the Seine opposite Pont-NeufClose to bookstores, shops, cafes, galleries and antique dealers along Boulevard Saint-MichelStudios and apartments feature full kitchens Breakfast roomBabysitting services (fees apply) Location Guests at Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-des-Pres Paris get a true taste of Parisian life thanks to the maze of cafes, antique dealers, boutiques and galleries along the nearby Boulevard Saint-Michel. Located on the banks of the Seine across from Pont Neuf, the hotel captures stunning views of île de la Cité and the Conciergerie Medieval prison. Rooms Visitors might feel like full-fledge Parisians in the 204 air-conditioned apartments and studios at Citadines Prestige Paris Saint-Germain-des Pres. The contemporary rooms boast up-to-date amenities like full kitchens--complete with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave--and satellite TV. Clean lines and earth tones in orange, chestnut and beige create a comfortable living space, while windows flood the space with natural light. Dining Citadines Prestige Saint-Germain-de-Pres Paris invites guests to the breakfast room every day. They can also eat breakfast in the lounge (fees apply). Transportation Paris-Orly Airport (8.7 mi/14 km)Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (14.6 mi/23.6 km) AttractionsNotre Dame Cathedral (.4 mi/.7 km)The Sorbonne and Latin Quarter (.5 mi/.9 km)Palais Royal (.5 mi/.9 km)The Louvre (.6 mi/1 km)Jardin du Luxembourg (.6 mi/.9 km)Musee D'Orsay (.7 mi/1.2 km)Tuileries Gardens (.7 mi/1.2 km)Musee Picasso (1 mi/1.6 km)Maison de Victor Hugo (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Centre Georges Pompidou (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Les Invalides (1.3 mi/2.1 km) Champs-Elysées (1.8 mi/2.9 km)Eiffel Tower (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Sacre Coeur and Montmartre (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Versailles (3.1 mi/5 km) Business Conference room
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K+K Hotel Cayre

4 stars
4.5 / 5 42 reviews
Contemporary Paris hotel offers daily breakfast buffet and free Wi-Fi  K+K Hotel Cayre delivers basic and business-class amenities in a chic boutique setting in the heart of Saint-Germain des Pres. Guests take advantage of the property's proximity to the Latin Quarter, as well as in-house conveniences like a fitness center, sauna and daily breakfast buffet. Rooms emphasize modern art, lots of wood and natural tones. Highlights Contemporary Paris hotel in the heart of Saint-Germain des Pres Daily breakfast buffet Fitness center and sauna Business center equipped with Wi-Fi RoomsClean lines and soothing earth tones lend casual contemporary style to K+K Hotel Cayre rooms, which can be reserved in executive or classic layouts. Platform beds topped with plush down duvets and linens in jade, brown and beige complement a built-in wooden wall panel lit by chic table lamps. Framed art --from figurines to geometric shapes--brings freshness to the rooms. Amenities are far-reaching, including free Wi-Fi, soundproof windows, individual climate control, coffee and tea service and luxurious black marble bathrooms with hair dryer, slippers and heated floors. DiningK+K Hotel Cayre hosts a daily breakfast buffet stocked with pastries, bread, fresh fruit and other specialties from 6:30 a.m.  to 11 a.m. during weekdays and from 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on holidays and weekends.   The bar and bistro, a stylish boite with modern furniture and a sleek all-wood bar tempts for lunch and dinner from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. The bar closes at 12 a.m. RecreationGuests with a disciplined fitness regimen can fit a workout into their schedule at K+K Hotel Cayre, which boasts a gym equipped with cardio and weight machines. The facility operates between 7:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. Free access to the sauna makes a rigorous routine worth the sweat.   K+K Hotel Cayre can also arrange massages for a fee. Transportation Paris-Orly Airport (9.1 mi/14.6 km) Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (15.2 mi/24.4 km) Attractions Musee D'Orsay (.4 mi/.6 km) The Louvre (.6 mi/1 km) Tuileries Gardens (.5 mi/.9 km) Champs-Elysées (.9 mi/1.5 km) The Sorbonne and Latin Quarter (.9 mi/1.4 km) Notre Dame Cathedral (1.1 mi/1.7 km) Centre Georges Pompidou (1.3 mi/2.1 km) Eiffel Tower (1.4 mi/2.3 km) Sacre Coeur and Montmartre (2.3 mi/3.8 km) Business Event space Audiovisual equipment Free high-speed Internet access and Wi-Fi Fax and photocopying services upon request Free use of public computer in Internet corner Business lounge with free use of computer, printer and Wi-Fi
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Hotel Austins Arts et Metiers

3 stars
4.4 / 5 98 reviews
The hotel is in the heart of the old city of Paris, and is close to the Beaubourg, les Halles or Chatelet, opposite to the Arts and Crafts Museum. Facilities provided are Internet access -High-Speed, Internet access-Wireless, Lift/Elevator, Non-smoking rooms, Reception, Safe deposit box and Tour desk.
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Hotel Louvre Montana

4 stars
4.2 / 5 36 reviews
Located in the heart of Paris, between the Musee du Louvre, the Champs-Elysees and the Opera Garnier, at just one stone's throw from the rue St-Honore, the Hotel LOUVRE MONTANA welcomes you in a charming ambiance. The Hotel LOUVRE MONTANA, entirely air-conditioned, offers you 25 spacious and soundproofed rooms, recently renovated. FREE Wifi. Lift, lounge bar, laundry service, buffet breakfast service or continental served in your room, nearby public parking facilities. The reception staff is at your service for any information or reservation at any time. All the rooms are equipped with bathroom and hair-dryer, writing-table, direct telephone, satellite TV, minibar, safe, trouser press. The Hotel also provides bar, concierge, dry cleaning, free wireless internet access, laundry service, lift/elevator, lobby, pets allowed, reception and safe deposit box. Please note that from April 1st, 2009, the hotel will be entirely non-smoking.
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Hotel Lenox Montparnasse

3 stars
4.1 / 5 49 reviews
Boutique hotel in the heart of MontparnasseThe three-star Hotel Lenox Montparnasse in Paris is a boutique hotel set in the heart of the French capital. The location guarantees easy access to the city's museums, galleries, theatres and more. Guests at the Hotel Lenox Montparnasse enjoy a buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi Internet access. Other convenient extras available to guests of the Hotel Lenox Montparnasse include an honesty bar stocked with soft drinks, wines, sprits and champagne - perfect for enjoying a fine beverage while looking out onto the sights of Paris. Several metro stops are within easy reach. Reasons to Stay Classic Parisian décor mixed with modern in-room touches, including free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs Great access to Paris attractions, including the Pantheon, Luxembourg Gardens and the Louvre Cozy rooms feature a flower-filled balcony with views overlooking the courtyard or surrounding area Buffet-style breakfast, and room service is available Art history buffs take note: Man Ray was a former resident here Hotel Lenox Montparnasse roomsThe 52 rooms and 6 junior suites are decorated to a high standard that's in-keeping with the decor found in classic boutique properties. Air conditioning is available in all rooms, and guests can opt for views overlooking the hotel courtyard or the superb architecture of the surrounding area. All rooms at Hotel Lenox Montparnasse have a hospitality tray with tea and coffee making facilities, plus flat-screen TVs, and a mini-bar that includes champagne. Some junior sites also feature a convertible sofa. Some rooms at the Hotel Lenox Montparnasse open up onto a flower-filled balcony, or open onto the hotel's courtyard. A free Wi-Fi Internet connection is complementary with every room, and a personal safe is available for valuables. The junior suites are decorated to the same style and standard of all of the rooms at the hotel, and are supplied with a bathrobe and slippers for extra comfort and luxury. Things to do nearby Montparnasse museum (0.7 mi/1.1 km) Gare Montparnasse (0.9mi/ 1.5 km) Jardin Atlantique (0.9 mi/1.5 km) The Pantheon (1.1 mi/1.8 km) Louvre museum (1.6 mi/2.6 km) Invalides (1.6 mi/2.6 km)
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Hotel Lumen Paris Louvre

4 stars
4.2 / 5 24 reviews
A stone-throw from the Louvre, the Place Vendme and the Opera house, at the corner of the elegant shopping mile rue Saint Honor, the HOTEL LUMEN Paris Louvre is lightening the rue des Pyramides, in the highly sought 1 st arrondissement of Paris. Interior decoration, born from the imagination of the chairman Herman Bal in collaboration with the architect Alain Daronian and the designers Claudio Colucci, and Giuseppe Chierchia combines quaint and contemporary style, perfectly reflecting this deluxe hotels main theme conceived upon Light . This design boutique hotel is the place to be, either for a business trip, a leisure romantic getaway, a raid shopping or a crazy night in the City of Lights. The 37 elegant rooms are decorated with unique furniture specially conceived for the hotel and are equipped with free high speed internet and Wi-Fi, air conditioning, individual safe, mini bar, marble or Bisazza mosaic bathrooms with hair- dryer, Lanvin welcome products, bathrobes, slippers, flat screen satellite TV with Pay TV, direct phone Concierge services, multi-lingual staff, room-service, private car on request, public car park by neath the hotel, are part of the services proposed for your well-being and comfort, to make you feel at home during your stay. At our elegant fine restaurant Oscar, we believe that fine dining is an adventure. An escape into our culinary world of superior produce, extraordinary cuisine and acute attention to service detail. Our contemporary Italian menu features a new concept cuisine by fusing traditional cooking methods with modern influences and tastes .Complimenting its romantic views of the Saint Roch church and its iconic French terrace, Oscar presents a fine dining experience of culinary and service excellence. All our guests are welcomed as VIPs Welcome amenities on arrival - bottle of red wine. -Refreshing towel On departure -Complementary bottle of water -Refreshing towel FREE WIFI
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Flights to Paris

Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
New York Paris Fri, May 31 - Tue, Jun 4 $1,006
Los Angeles Paris Thu, May 30 - Mon, Jun 17 $1,427
Boston Paris Wed, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 13 $1,168
Chicago Paris Wed, May 29 - Wed, Jun 5 $1,247
Washington DC Paris Tue, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 10 $1,172
San Francisco Paris Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 18 $1,399
Newark Paris Wed, May 22 - Tue, May 28 $1,025
Seattle Paris Tue, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 25 $1,510
Atlanta Paris Wed, May 29 - Tue, Jun 11 $1,540
Miami Paris Tue, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 25 $1,122
Philadelphia Paris Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 17 $1,480
Minneapolis Paris Wed, Jul 10 - Mon, Jul 29 $1,392
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Best time to take a vacation to Paris

  • Paris in springtime lives up to its reputation: Flowers bloom, cafe culture returns, hotel rates soar. But with a bit of planning, you can find good hotel deals. Summer is peak season, and social calendars fill with festivals and open-air events (many free) -- so be sure to plan well in advance.

    Paris gets a makeover in fall: new movies, new fashions and that gorgeous crisp in the air. Fall is low season, and cheap hotel rates in Paris abound.

    Winter gets a bad rap; with so many museums, cathedrals and cozy cafes in Paris, November and December might be just your style. Christmas markets start in late November and early December, and the City of Light takes illumination to a whole new level.

Insider tips for Paris travel

  • Bread and chocolate

    How to buy bread in Paris? Look for the longest lines. At Poilane, that's around 4 p.m. when it's fresh out of the oven. And chocolate? Richart, near the Musee d'Orsay. (Go for the liqueur-filled).

  • Cirque de Paris

    Bring your petits enfants on official kids days: They can meet the animals, put on clown makeup, practice tight-rope walking and lunch with the artistes.

  • Wine Bars

    Get in early or after 1:30 p.m. to avoid the crowds. Juveniles Lavinia and Legrand Filles et Fils in the Opera district are among the finest.

  • Le Hangar

    Dine at this gem located across from the Pompidou. Order the beef stroganoff and cream of lentil soup. For dessert: everything.

  • Church Music

    Most churches have free musical performances, from classical concerts to organ recitals. Regular concerts are held in St-Julien-de-Pauvre, St-Germain-des-Pres, Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle.

Paris highlights

  • Paris

  • Eiffel Tower

    You can photograph it, climb it, drink wine near it and kiss under it. One lady loved it so much she married it. Nearby: Quai Branly Museum, the Champ de Mars Gardens, lots of hotels.

  • Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle

    These Gothic masterpieces, located a few blocks apart, are steeped in sacred beauty. Discover flying buttresses, relics and artwork inside Notre-Dame. Jewel box Sainte-Chapelle sparkles with thousands of religious scenes depicted in 15 stained-glass windows.

  • The Louvre (Musee du Louvre)

    Get your art fix from Mona Lisa to the Michelangelos and Winged Victory to the Louvre Pyramid. Stroll the still-thriving old market district Les Halles nearby.

  • Montmartre

    This bohemian nook has eccentric Paris character to spare with its easel-and-artist filled square (Place du Tertre), Moulin Rouge and hilltop Sacre-Coeur basilica. Mustachioed master Dali's Espace museum is nearby.

  • Siene

    Take the Batobus down the Siene (buy a day pass for hop on/hop off privileges), where you can stop at Notre-Dame, Musee d'Orsay, the Eiffel Tower, Hotel de Ville and the Louvre.

  • St-Germaine and the Latin Quarter

    Medieval stomping grounds of Latin-speaking clergy, this arrondissement is filled with French etceteras: Sorbonne, St-Germain, Cluny Museum, and bistros galore.

  • Champs-Elysees

    Climb the Arc de Triomphe for glittering views of L'Etoile. Settle the score between a sweet tooth and eye-candy cravings at nearby Laduree.

  • Rodin Museum (Musee Rodin)

    Even the art-shy swoon at Gates of Hell, The Thinker, The Kiss and the setting here. Laze in the sculpture gardens and write postcards.

  • Pere Lachaise

    Named after Louis XIV's confessor, this French cemetery is filled with serene beauty. Visit the interred here: Oscar Wilde, Maria Callas, Gustave Dore, Edith Piaf, Jim Morrisson.

  • Versailles

    Though it's not technically in Paris, missing Versailles is still a real non-non. Catch your reflection in the Hall of Mirrors, and see a world of silks, murals, ostrich plumes and regal glitz.

More on Paris from AOL Travel

  • Considered one of the most romantic (and romanticized) cities in the world, it’s hard to ruin a Paris vacation. While some may argue over whether or not the French are rude to those who don’t speak proper French, most visitors agree that this French capital of more than 12 million people is enchanting, otherwise it wouldn’t be the top destination in the world. Known as a center for art, architecture, culture, fashion, music, literature, and intellectual and educational pursuits, it’s easy to see why it’s called the City of Light. The Metro subway system makes getting around a breeze, but walking through arrondissements is how you’ll experience the real Paris. You won’t even have to worry about stepping in dog droppings as steep fines have eliminated the problem. Make your way to the top of the Eiffel Tower to see the lay of the land below. Then stroll the banks of the Seine, linger at an outdoor café, window shop along the Champs-Elysees, peruse sidewalk bookstalls. Shop for bread, cheese, charcuteries and wine in Les Halles or another of the city’s many markets, then find a quiet spot in a nearby park or garden and feast upon one of the best meals you’ll never have to cook. Finish the afternoon with a visit to Notre Dame and premium ice cream from Berthillon on the Ile Saint-Louis. Of course you won’t want to miss dining in Paris’ fine restaurants, which boast the second-highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the world.

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Paris-Plages: Summer fun in the City of Lights

If your Europe vacation brings you to Paris between July 20 and August 19, then you're in for an added treat. That's the time of year when the City of Lights celebrates Paris-Plages.

Top 5 ideas for romantic getaways in Paris

After all, Paris is for lovers -- the creme de la creme of romantic getaways. For couples lucky enough to travel to Paris this year, you won't want to miss these romantic excursions sure to bring out the "oh la la" in you.

Europe vacation: Finding family fun in Paris

Over Bastille Day in July of 2009 my wife and I took the kids (two girls, then ages 6 and 8) on a 10-day Europe vacation to Paris. We chose to stay in a Paris hotel in the 17th arondissement because it was comfortable and near the food markets on Rue Cler. We found the kids had many more entertainment and play options than expected.
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