The Ultimate Paris Travel Guide, As Curated By Vogue Editors

Dark and moody, leathers, lacquered onyx, and velvets—have a nightcap at Château Voltaire’s intimate cocktail bar La Coquille d’Or in a very discreet part of Saint-Roch, a sexy feat from Zadig & Voltaire’s Thierry Gillier and designers at Festen Architecture. Its interiors are inspired by the cinematic works of auteur Claude Sautet and the original swirling Rococo features, with a fabulous and fun menu of signature cocktails. (The gin and smoky citrus Voltaire and the Umeshu Highball are my favorites.) A place to do some IYKYK fashion insider spotting, too. —Anna Cafolla, news editor

Scene of the best pain au chocolat (they’re warmed without you having to ask and noticeably buttery) in the city. I like to order mine with a coffee, and take both to eat in the park across the street when it’s warm enough to sit outside. —Elly Leavitt, lifestyle shopping editor

You can’t go to Paris and not eat soufflé. Le Soufflé is an old-world kind of place tucked away on the Rue du Mont Thabor, which is a great street for restaurants. I like to go at lunch, when they have a special of starter salad, savory soufflé, and dessert soufflé. Decadent and delicious! —Nicole Phelps, global director of Vogue Runway

My friends Ibtissame Bellehouane and Elizabeth Yowe, who are some of the chicest French girls around, took me to L’étincelle for the first time this trip to Paris, and they had great Vietnamese food and cheap drinks. I don’t even like tofu but their tofu summer rolls were so delicious I had to get another order. Plus the people watching is so fun! —Irene Kim, editorial production manager, Vogue Runway

I had the perfect Parisian lunch with one of my best friends at Le Petit Lutetia, a brasserie by Jean-Louis Costes. Our definition of perfect, by the way? A place that serves a healthy pour of red wine and excellent steak frites, among a fashionable crowd that provides excellent people-watching. Elise Taylor

An enduring Belleville institution that helped shape the modern Paris bistro, Le Baratin showcases the unfussy and punchy sensibilities of Argentine-born chef Raquel Carena. The menu is handwritten and constantly changing. You’ll spot local chefs hanging around the bar with a glass of red from its fruitful cellars and a wedge of cheese, as well as neighborhood regulars enjoying robust dishes like sweetbreads draped in chanterelle, oil-sleek anchovies, and a decadent fondant au chocolat. —Anna Cafolla

A tiny neighborhood hangout and wine bar occupying a former cobbler’s shop in the 11th, with its original Cordonnerie Derby sign still hanging above. Choose a bottle of natural wine from the cave, crack it open on the pavement, and enjoy tomato kimchi and dashi jelly, pickle-draped crepes, or a feta and cornichon dip that I still dream about. Save some for the friendly doe-eyed white kitty who languidly weaves through the crowd’s legs. —Anna Cafolla

Chez Janou is your quintessential Parisian bistro. Go for the escargot but stay for the funky decor and the restaurant’s lively staff who will treat you like family. My number one tip? Save room for the chocolate mousse. —Taylor Lashley, senior social media manager

Pigalle’s cool and characterful Hôtel Massé quickly became a favorite of the fashion and design crowds when it opened in 2025. Its adjoining bar Le Trente opened last year in a former loft at 30 rue Victor Massé. Around its sleek wooden vintage bar and spilling out onto the streets, Parisiens enjoy co-chefs Cyril Farhat and Félix Morel’s creative small plates (from tubular takes on tartare to soy sauce spiked crémeux chocolat) and herbaceous cocktails. —Anna Cafolla

There are few things I love more than afternoon tea—and given the sheer number of grande dame hotels in Paris, there are endless options for a truly spectacular high (or should I say haute) tea. My personal pick? Le Jardin d’Hiver at Hôtel de Crillon. An oasis of calm just off the bustling Place de la Concorde, you could happily while away the best part of an afternoon tucking into lobster rolls and strawberry babas with mascarpone whipped cream, and people-watching as the hotel’s clientele wander through the leafy hidden courtyard beyond. (If it’s a warm summer’s day, make sure to go for the absurdly refreshing iced tea—it’s the best in Paris.) —Liam Hess, senior lifestyle and weddings editor

A restaurant on the Left Bank quay of the same name, Le Voltaire has kept high standards since it was converted from a former stables in the 19th century. Many of the tables are divided by carved wooden panels which recall its earlier equine function, and make it ideal for discreet conversation. —Mark Guiducci, former creative editorial director

Le Recamier is your must stop for soufflés and only soufflés! They don’t take reservations so it’s best to go for a latish lunch around 1:30 p.m. Go for a walk in the Jardin du Luxembourg and then have lunch at Recamier and then wander through Le Bon Marché, especially their incredible food hall La Grande Epicerie. —Chloe Malle

LVMH scion Antoine Arnault is a minority investor in Lapérouse, which should tell you all you need to know about the crowd at the Left Bank restaurant that takes up multiple gilded floors in an 18th-century mansion. Stepping inside feels like stepping back in time: the interiors are Belle Époque influenced, and dishes are served on Bernardaud china. Do a 10:30 p.m. reservation if you want to dine, as the place quickly descends into a party. —Elise Taylor

Lafayette’s, helmed by the famed Chef Mory Sacko, is located just steps from rue Saint Honoré and has quickly become one of the city’s most coveted reservations for a reason. Known for gathering a stylish crowd around the table, Moma Group’s latest venture transports you back to a bygone era and effortlessly combines the best of innovative cuisine with Parisian grandeur. I recommend ordering the Sole grillée with the French mac and cheese à la truffe, but everything on the menu will blow you away! -Vivienne Letalon, Experiences Associate

When Gabriel García Márquez wrote, “For you was I born, for you do I have life, for you will I die, for you am I now dying,” I’m pretty sure he had just tried the ham sandwich at Mamiche. This bakery has two locations, both of which are so popular they tend to sell out early so be sure to plan ahead. Everything is incredible—the chocolate babka is extravagantly rich, the croissant is buttery—but the aforementioned sandwich, called Le Hot Toasty, is probably why I’ll eventually have to move to Paris. —Elly Leavitt

Girafe is one of Paris’s most iconic restaurants. The view of the Eiffel Tower is so close, it feels like you can almost touch it. Inside, minimalist decor meets traditional Paris style, creating an effortlessly cool modern ambiance. From the elevated menu to the elegant design, this restaurant should be top of your list. —Elisée Browchuk

What is a vegan to do in the land of excellent dairy? The original Marais juice bar now has outposts all over the city, and is a staple for any health nut visiting Paris. —Mark Guiducci

Nestled in the middle of the 2nd arrondissement, just off the Rue du Louvre, La Petite Bohème is the perfect stop between shows for a plate of manchego or a glass of Rioja. Don’t miss the patatas bravas, a specialty of the owner. —Chloe Malle

There’s simply no better place in town to get a macaron. —Elise Taylor

A trip to Paris isn’t complete without an afternoon spent at Café de Flore. This picturesque establishment on the corner of Boulevard Saint Germain is perfect for spotting the latest street-style fashions and catching up with a friend over a light lunch. —Elisée Browchuk

I believe this to be the platonic ideal of an apéro spot. It’s on the canal, has a wide selection of wines and a rotating menu of small plates (which, the last time I was there, included some wonderful croquettes), and features both a cozy interior and a perfect exterior for people-watching. —Elly Leavitt

The name of Clown Bar is quite literal: atop the bar are tiles of the circus performers, as well as a quintessential Art Nouveau-era painted ceiling. But rest assured the bistro, founded by chef Sota Atsumi, takes its culinary pursuits quite seriously. Order a natural wine and some tartare de boeuf. —Elise Taylor

Cafe Breizh is a sleek but unfussy creperie with excellent buckwheat crêpe complète. —Chloe Malle

Fromagerie Barthelemy and Marie-Anne Cantin are two spectacular cheese shops in the 7eme. There is heated debate as to which one is better but I feel it’s totally acceptable to patronize both. —Chloe Malle

I had never been to Paris before until this year but I randomly ended up staying next to the most amazing and low-key locally famed restaurant called Chez Prune! I love it there. They had this insane slab of beef that made me want to never give up meat. —Liana Satenstein, contributing editor

Le Bon Georges is a classic, quaint Parisian bistro in Pigalle. I’d tell you what to order—but the menu changes seasonally (everything is updated daily on a chalkboard) and they recommend you choose your meal around the wine. Who could argue with that? —Elise Taylor

Le Chateaubriand has the kind of unassuming interior you might associate with any number of brasseries in Paris, except that its stripped-down simplicity makes it just that little bit more hip. This is a place where it feels like very little (the waiters uniforms, or lack of, the decor) is getting in the way of the food, which is fresh, seasonal, and delightfully inventive. The food here is assured and interesting, and the restaurant feels like a scene without being pretentious or formal. For a final course we were mandated to eat the entire concoction in one bite—without being told what it was—a real adventure in a dish. -Chloe Schama, Senior Editor

My greatest weakness is Chinese food, so if I need a break from meat-heavy Gallic cuisine, I always head east to one of the amazing Sichuanese or Cantonese restaurants that line the Rue de Belleville outside the metro station. And for a quick pitstop, there’s nowhere better than Raviolis Nord-Est, just around the corner from Les Halles, where you can get a plate of 10 fresh dumplings for five euros, steamed or grilled to your liking. Another place I love is Les Enfants du Marché, situated in the bustling, must-visit Enfants Rouges covered market and offering elevated, Japanese-inflected riffs on classic French dishes. After that, all you need is some fresh cherries from one of the neighboring stalls for dessert, and you’re good to go. —Liam Hess

On a recent trip to Paris, my husband and I ate at Comice in the 16th—a neighborhood everyone kept telling me was an unlikely location for such a chic and assured restaurant. It honestly doesn’t matter; everything about Comice is perfect once you’re inside its doors. The tasting menu was a sequence of delights, with a finely choreographed set of wine pairings delivered with casual elan. Run by a French Canadian husband and wife team, this has the feel of a family restaurant elevated to the highest level. Everything was a delight. —Chloe Schama

This bespoke cocktail bar crafts unique drinks for every guest. Yes, even the ones that are always hard to please. Bisou mixologists create one-of-a-kind libations based on individual, in-the-moment cravings using the freshest ingredients. Á votre santé! —Elisee Browchuk

My choice is by no means a hot take (in fact, it’s a trendy choice). However, I can confidently say that I had one of the best meals of my life when having dinner at Loulou Paris last summer. As a first-time visitor to the city of light, this restaurant checked off all the boxes—incredible Eiffel Tower views, an idyllic Parisienne setting, and the dreamiest selection to feast upon. After many hors d’oeuvres, a few glasses of wine, and several helpings of fresh bread, my main course was the pipe rigate alla vodka. I know you’re probably thinking, “But Concetta, it’s literally just rigatoni ala vodka,” I swear there’s something extra special and delicious about this one. —Concetta Ciarlo, associate manager of events

Vietnamese food is one of my favorite things to eat in Paris, and there are so many more places to choose from now than when I first started going 25 years ago. Ha Noi 1988 Sao Vàng, part of a small family of Ha Noi 1988 restaurants and concepts around Paris, is a cozy spot on Île Saint-Louis. The colorful room takes its cues from 1980s Hanoi—wooden furniture, vintage packaging, nostalgic bric-a-brac—while the cooking leans northern Vietnamese, especially the phở, made with house noodles and long-simmered broths. Go for the phở bò sốt vang, a deeply savory beef-stew variation and one of the restaurant’s signatures, or the classic phở bò; the housemade nems and bánh bao are good for sharing. If you’ve, say, just finished a rosé-soaked sunset cruise on the Seine, it’s an especially satisfying place to duck in for a bowl of noodles. Don’t just take my word for it: Jonathan Anderson was dining at the next table the last time I went. —Lisa Wong Macabasco, research manager and senior digital line editor

I stumbled upon Panda Panda with my colleague and friend Maya Layne on on our trip to Paris last summer after a late night on Canal Saint-Martin. We were ravenously hungry and the only place that was open and still had a table open was this place. We were so surprised when it was also the best meal we had our entire week in Paris. The dim sum and bao buns were super affordable for budget-friendly travelers like us. To ensure that the food was that good (and we didn’t just find it amazing because we were so hungry) we went back before we left Paris and we can assure that it passed the second round of our taste tests as well. —Irene Kim, editorial production manager, Vogue Runway

Ferdi is not your typical burger spot and that’s why I love it. For one, they only take reservations via text message. The restaurant space itself is so small that you’ll walk right by it if you’re not paying attention, and once inside you’ll find the walls around you filled with anything from stuffed animals to vintage toy cars. Still, there’s a reason why Kim Kardashians and other celebs claim it’s the best burger in Paris. Personally, it’s the special sauce they use that puts it in my number one spot. While famous for its burgers and fries, the churros are a must for dessert. —Taylor Lashley, social media manager

A friend and I visited this tasteful cabaret—where Beyoncé herself has shot a music video—and we were not disappointed. In fact, it was one of the highlights of our trip. The dancers, the choreography, the costumes—everything is sexy and fun, but elevated. (All the shoes worn on-stage are red-soled Christian Louboutins, no less.) —Christian Allaire

It’s depressing to be gluten-free in Paris. It felt like all the delicious croissants and people enjoying them were taunting me with their flaky, buttery-fingered joy—until I made a trip to the 6th’s Noglu bakery. They make the impossible happen: chocolate eclairs, Paris-Brest, and different types of croissants, all made in a 100 percent gluten-free facility so it’s safe to overindulge in one of everything on the menu. —Margaux Anbouba, senior beauty and wellness editor

On a trip to Paris this summer, Vogue Runway’s local Parisian critic Amy Verner took me to Cafe Kitsuné at the Tuileries Gardens. I’ll admit that I’ve never felt tempted to stop by the cafe which also has a location in the West Village in New York—and has several storefronts in Paris as well—but Tuileries Gardens outpost was so quiet and relaxing. It felt very French to sit amongst the locals on one of those tables overlooking the garden. —Irene Kim, editorial production manager, Vogue Runway

I’m obsessed with La Mutinerie, the Parisian queer-run feminist bar that’s committed to keeping prices low and door entry free (and making all bar-related decisions as a nonhierarchical collective; now that’s what I call egalite!) —Emma Specter, culture writer

What’s the best way to enjoy Paris as a non-French speaker? Go out with a local! A good friend of my auntie’s brought my mother and me to her favorite neighborhood bistro, mere blocks away from her home in Paris, to give us an authentic taste of the city. Needless to say, I’m still thinking about their French onion soup served with a chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc. —Edward Horgan, content business operations associate

Where to Shop

The art nouveau ceiling of Galeries Lafayette.

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Located inside Dior’s recently opened flagship store on Montaigne Avenue, Maison Dior is a carefully curated extension of the heritage brand. A palette of red, black, and white hues inspired by the brand’s archive set the tone in the dining room. Of course, each place setting is adorned with Maison Dior tableware along with mixed and matched houndstooth chairs. For a taste of Dior, this hits the spot. —Elisée Browchuk

Under-the-radar recommendation, it is not, but this is the largest antiques market in the world (and the oldest in Paris, dating back to 1870) and I’ve never left the city without some trinket from its stalls. You can find everything from vintage Christofle silver to mid-century jewelry to colorful lampshades here, and even ship back antique furniture, if you are so moved. —Elly Leavitt

Lovers of history, prettiness, and paper should make the trek to Antoinette de Poisson. The shop—and the hidden courtyard it’s located in—is an oasis where it seems like time stands still. The company preserves the art of making hand-printed domino papers, featuring floral and geometric patterns. Popular in the 18th century, these sheets were used to cover books and small boxes. Antoinette de Poisson offers the same, plus, perfume, wallpapers, and objects for the home and table—all of which come wrapped in an aura of historical romance. —Laird Borrelli-Persson, senior archive editor

I could spend hours here—and I have! At this stunning apartment on rue Chabanais, I whiled away one hot afternoon chatting to co-founder Alix Darcy and trying on every piece of Darcy and fellow co-founder Clara Hofer-Maire’s beautiful curation: Marc Jacobs, Alberta Ferretti, and Armani sit side-by-side with Ungaro and unlabelled pieces, as well as their own expanding ready-to-wear designs. I picked up a boxy glazed Japanese denim bomber jacket designed by Turn. —Anna Cafolla

For obvious reasons, Paris is a fashion lover’s paradise, but one of my favorite places to have a poke around is the historic Sennelier art supply store, a mere hop, skip, and a jump across the bridge from the Tuileries gardens. I may not be blessed with artistic talent, but after a trip to the Musée d’Orsay, I can pick up some handmade papers and their vibrant high-pigment oil pastels and briefly fancy myself as the next Degas. —Liam Hess

It’s almost 200 years old, but your first trip to Deyrolle in the Seventh Arrondissement always feels like a great discovery: Part taxidermy shop, part cabinet of curiosities, part museum, part gift-and-garden shop, it’s served as inspiration and fantastical wonderland for everyone from Breton, Dali, Damien Hirst, Sophie Calle, Wes Anderson, and a million others. Bring the kids. —Corey Seymour, senior editor

A great spot for gifts, this tiny calligraphy shop never disappoints. It’ll make you you want to be the kind of person who has multiple drawers of personalized stationery, as you rifle through shelves of hand-marbled notebooks and debate bringing back the art of the pen pal. —Elly Leavitt, lifestyle shopping editor

Jewelry designer Lauren Rubinski’s tiny Left Bank boutique deserves the hype, and recently expanded into the space next door. Inspired in part by her shirtmaker father and her own magpie approach to dressing, Rubinski’s Rubirosa’s offers a range of crisp unisex cotton shirts, cashmeres, and pajamas in sky blues, zesty yellows, emerald, and violet. (This writer first picked up a shirt in the latter shade over FaceTime—they only sell IRL.) Try on their buttery soft loafers in repurposed theater chairs, and wander around the store that feels like a particularly fabulous person’s wardrobe. —Anna Cafolla

A slice of downtown New York transplanted to Paris, Maryam Nassir Zadeh’s sun-drenched fifth-floor shop on rue La Fayette is far from a conventional boutique; it feels like a chic little apartment. Ring the buzzer, head upstairs, and expect the sort of pieces that somehow make everything else you own feel more interesting. Grab some candy colored Super Yaya, some Oscalito separates, or MNZ’s iconic perspex strapped shoes and carnation scrunchies. —Anna Cafolla

The most heavenly vintage jewelry shop with truly exquisite pieces from the big houses to the unsigned. It’s not for the faint of heart (or wallet) but even a window gaze is worth the time. —Daisy Shaw-Ellis

Michele Aragon is Aladdin’s cave of eclectic and elegant homewares in the 6th, a must-stop for anyone who loves a kilim-covered armchair. Just down the street from Michele Aragon is Simrane, France’s original Indian block print exporter with every style of paisley tablecloth your tablescape could desire. —Chloe Malle

I love Pascale’s jewelry, and where better to buy the Parisian’s pieces than her own boutique on Rue Mont Thabor. Almost all of her jewelry whisks me away on vacation—the shells, the delicate gold pieces, the color. —Daisy Shaw-Ellis

I learned about this Black-owned beauty store from my good friend Julee Wilson Warhem—she goes here when in town to discover new and exciting brands that haven’t quite made it to the US, but founder Anne-Marie Mendy’s story is even more rousing. She founded the store in 2009 to provide a much-needed space for Paris’s women of color to shop for hair, skin, and makeup products. Their specialty is catering to the curly and coily community and the staff is on-hand for product help and advice. —Margaux Anbouba

As an avowed believer in the gospel of Driesus Christ, I’ll always make a stop at the Belgian designer’s flagship Paris store—even if I’m not flush enough to actually buy anything. Sitting in a prime position on the Left Bank just over from the Pont des Arts, and with the best-stocked selection of his print-clashing pieces you’ll find anywhere in the world, entering the space feels like stepping into van Noten’s brilliant mind. —Liam Hess

Here, you’ll find racks bursting with technicolor cashmere, outerwear that runs from polished trenches to Fran Fine furs, and, according to my last visit, a not-insignificant collection of Boy Scout jackets (for the woman who has everything). The prices are always reasonable and if you don’t mind some digging, you’ll leave with a label-less vintage treasure. —Elly Leavitt, lifestyle shopping editor

The best shopping place is called Nuovo. It is a tiny vintage shop full of hot girl clothes. Basically, the owner doesn’t curate by labels but by taste. The prices are great, too. I got the most amazing leather jacket from there that made me look like Emmanuelle Seigner straight out of Frantic. —Liana Satenstein

I only got my first ever pair of Repettos this past summer when I visited Paris, but it was such a delightful experience getting to ballet flats at one of their many boutiques in the city. Also I found out that their sizing runs a bit differently than my normal sizing (for example for the patent leather flats I went up a full size but for their normal leather flats only a half a size) so a visit to the store is a must to ensure you don’t have to make any returns. Plus the store has so many colorways that I’ve never seen before which made it even more exciting to get a pair of repettos. —Irene Kim, editorial production manager, Vogue Runway

French girl fashion lovers look no further than Jeanne Damas’s flagship store, Rouje. I always manage to find one (or three!) floral dresses that quickly become wardrobe staples. —Eliseé Browchuk

If you’re looking to do some home shopping in Paris and want an addition to the antique markets, I’d recommend Merci, an eclectic home store in the Marais district. I’ve known editors to build out their crockery collections over seasons of shows, and their glassware and linens are great, too. —Daisy Shaw-Ellis

Paris has an abundance of world-class department stores, including Le Bon Marche, La Samaritaine, and Printemps. I’d advise to go to all of them. But Galeries Lafayette will always hold a special place in my heart for its romantic steel-frame art nouveau glass dome by master Jacques Gruber, making it an architectural monument in its own right. —Elise Taylor

You’re going to want to block out at least an hour for combing through this color-coded shop. Gorgeous Union-Made frocks rub shoulders with Chanel blazers (is there anything more chic than Chanel previously loved by French women?), and the collection of gloves in all shades and materials will convince you that evening gloves could probably be worn in the day after all. —Margaux Anbouba

What to Do: The Best Museums and Activities

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The recently opened Pinault Collection is a must-visit upon every trip to Paris. Housed in the old bourse de commerce, a commodities trading facility, the grand building is the stately and impressive home to the unique collection of both established and emerging artists. The grand rotunda currently exhibiting an Urs Fischer work took my breath away. Plus, the Pinault is just a few steps from rue Saint Honoré, should you wish to do a bit of shopping post-visit. —Alexandra Michler, director of fashion initiatives

One of the great joys of Paris is its wealth of niche museums, and there’s nowhere greater—or more atmospheric—in that regard than the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature, the museum of hunting and nature that is tucked away in a spectacularly beautiful hôtel particulier in the heart of Le Marais. The deliciously macabre displays of taxidermy are a highlight, but the museum also manages to avoid feeling too fusty by bringing in contemporary artists to produce works in conversation with its collections, from Sterling Ruby to Jeff Koons. No matter how many times you go, there’s always something there to surprise you. —Liam Hess

The Musee d’Orsay. Always the Musee d’Orsay. —Elise Taylor

Of course, there are many sublime restaurants to visit in Paris, but I always save at least one meal for the bounty I find at one of the open-air markets. Parisians know how to source the best of everything—from vegetables to cheese to chocolates—and it’s a joy to feel like a local and gather goods for a picnic in the park or a home-cooked meal at your Airbnb. I recommend Marché Raspail in the 6th! —Mai Morsch

Walking around Paris is by far my favorite activity, other than eating of course. Strolling around different neighborhoods and looking into shops or stopping into museums is just the best. My favorite walk is around the Marais with a stop to refuel midday at Mariage Freres for tea. It’s the most charming spot and they have all the greatest teas (and treats!) in the world. —Willow Lindley, accessories director

I love walking (and lounging) around Canal Saint-Martin, especially when the sun is out. Get a cappuccino at Ten Belles, and when hunger strikes stop by Du Pain et des Idées for one of their amazing escargot pastries. You’ll inevitably stumble upon other cute shops and restaurants as you go. —Ella Riley-Adams

Perched atop the Parisienne skyline is the magical Le Bristol Spa. It’s a serious treat and one I always look forward to indulging in at the end of couture week—especially for their all-natural Tata Harper skincare treatments. The famous rooftop pool resembles the interior of a yacht with teak decking and surrounding windows that offer a breathtaking 360 view of Sacré Coeur and the Eiffel Tower. The perfect way to fit in any sightseeing that you didn’t manage on foot! —Laura Paterson, experiences director

There’s no shortage of museums in Paris, but after hitting the nearby Louvre, a stop at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is also worthwhile. With an impressive array of antique to modern furniture (there are Louis XVI chairs and Charlotte Perriand shelves) and often marquee fashion exhibits. This upcoming, it’s an examination of fashion in sports, in honor of the 2024 Olympics. —Elise Taylor

Surround yourself with beauty and attend a ballet performance at the Palais Garnier, the Parisian landmark that’s iconic and, well, very much deserves to be for its opulent, Napoleonic style. —Elise Taylor

This red-velvet and soft pink hair salon feels straight out of a Slim Aarons still. Washes happen in a Birth of Venus-like half shell, which includes an incredible scalp massage, and try a French girl’s balayage or blowout to see what all the low-maintenance, high-glamour fuss is about. —Margaux Anbouba

What to Pack

Jeans and ballerinas are the unofficial uniform of the city (and, conveniently, make a comfortable ensemble for a day of shopping). Bring an extra-large tote as your personal item on the plane so you have plenty of space to shuttle back all your souvenirs… including some French pharmacy goodies, of course.

Loulou de Saison

Baltra sweater

$420

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Le Slim Palazzo jeans

$278

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