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Paris Travel Guide 2026:
Hacks & AI Itinerary

Stop eating frozen food on Champs-Élysées. Use our AI to find the best baguette, skip lines at the Louvre, and explore like a true Parisian.

Paris Tourist Traps vs. Local Hacks

Paris is magical, but only if you avoid these common mistakes.

THE TRAP ❌

Eating on Champs-Élysées

Restaurants here pay massive rents. To survive, they serve overpriced, frozen food to tourists who don't know better.

Avoid: The "Bistros" on the main avenue.
THE HACK ✅

Dining in Le Marais

Head to the 3rd or 4th arrondissement. It's historic, beautiful, and full of authentic food. Try the falafel on Rue des Rosiers or a bistro on Rue de Bretagne.

Try: 'L'As du Fallafel' or 'Chez Janou'.
THE TRAP ❌

The Louvre Pyramid Line

The glass pyramid entrance often has a 2-hour queue just to get through security. It is the amateur's way in.

THE HACK ✅

The Carrousel Entrance

Enter via the underground shopping mall "Carrousel du Louvre" at 99 Rue de Rivoli. The lines are significantly shorter, and you enter directly near the inverted pyramid.

Use City Hacks App map to find the door.

What to Eat in Paris

Parisian food is an art form. Forget the diet. Here is your checklist for the ultimate culinary experience.

🥐 The Perfect Croissant

Butter, layers, and a crunch. Don't buy from supermarkets.

📍 Best Spot: Du Pain et des Idées (10th Arr.)

🧅 French Onion Soup

Rich beef broth, caramelized onions, and melted cheese on toast.

📍 Best Spot: Au Pied de Cochon (24/7 spot)

🥩 Steak Frites

Simple steak with endless fries and secret sauce.

📍 Best Spot: Le Relais de l'Entrecôte

🍪 Macarons

Delicate meringue cookies. A classic gift.

📍 Best Spot: Pierre Hermé (Better than Ladurée!)

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3 Days in Paris: Romance & Art

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Day 1: Icons & River

  • 08:30 - Trocadéro (Best Eiffel View)
  • 10:00 - Walk along the Seine
  • 13:00 - Picnic in Tuileries Garden
  • 15:00 - Louvre (Carrousel Entrance)
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Day 2: Bohemian Vibes

  • 09:00 - Sacré-Cœur Basilica
  • 11:00 - Explore Montmartre Artists
  • 13:00 - Lunch at 'Le Bouillon Pigalle'
  • 16:00 - Shopping in Le Marais

Paris Travel FAQ

Do I need to tip in Paris?

No. By law, "Service Compris" (service included) is added to your bill. Locals might leave small change (€1-2) for coffee, but 20% tips like in the US are not expected.

Is tap water free?

Yes. Ask for "Une carafe d'eau" (a carafe of water). It is free, safe, and restaurants are required by law to serve it.

What is the best way to get around?

The Metro. It is fast, cheap, and goes everywhere. Buy a "Navigo Easy" card or use tickets on your phone if you have Android.