Where to stay
Hotel Balmoral right by the Arc de Triomphe and a few minutes walk from the Champs-Elysees. It's glamorous, elegant and friendly. I loved my room and bathroom so much I actually wanted to stay in! (Read our review)
Hotel de Sers by Champs-Elysées – just metres from the very expensive George V hotel. The concierge is brilliant, this is a luxurious hotel in a legendary location but it won’t cause a heart attack when you get the bill. (Read our review)
Hotel Mademoiselle near Gare du Nord/Gare de l'Est - perfect for Eurostar travellers as it’s just a 5 minute walk away and the hotel is beautifully decorated with a spa that’s a real pick me up for tired travellers. (Read our review)
Hotel de la Paix, Montparnasse, a 5 minute walk from the gorgeous Luxembourg Gardens. Very friendly, comfy and great central location (Via Sawdays Special Places in France) (Read our review)
The Tuileries Gardens are to be found in front of the Louvre - they've been there since 1564. It's a fun place to sit on the Paris-style green chairs and day dream listening to the soothing ound of a boules game, or wander and admire the sculptures for free
Jardin de Tuileries
Photo: Katerina Bolander