First time to Paris? This guide is an all-in-one for linked tickets to highly rated tours and activities for an amazing first trip to the City of Lights! 

You don't have to do everything on this list to have a great experience of Paris. I suggest you pick 2-5, depending on how long your trip is and what you WANT to do! 

Paris • First Timer's Must Do Activities

French Croissants with a Pastry Chef

Macaron Class In Paris

Crepe Cooking Class

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Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise

D-Day Landing Beaches Day Trip from Paris Cider Tasting & Lunch - Paris | Project Expedition

Eiffel Tower Entry Ticket to 2nd Floor or Summit via Elevator

Looking for a budget-friendly tour of the Eiffel Tower summit that's ideal for active people? This guided climb of France’s most famous landmark gives you the chance to live that dream. You’ll climb the 674 steps to the tower’s second floor as your local guide tells you the story of its remarkable construction and troubled early history, before taking the elevator to the summit for a well-earned rest and a truly remarkable view of Paris. Enjoy!

Eiffel Tower Climbing Tour with Summit Access {Stairs}

Eiffel Tower

We have been perfecting our Paris Day Bike Tour since 1999 and it is a fabulous way to visit Paris - you will love this tour! Join us for a relaxing and fun pedal through our beautiful city. Whether you're a Paris rookie or traveled veteran, our goal is not to overwhelm you with mind-bending dates and boring stories. Instead, we offer you the famous sites, a great orientation, all the educational information, heaps of unique and fascinating stories, fantastic photo opportunities, a comfortable bike and superb personal service from your guide. Essentially, we want you to love Paris like we do and have a great time doing it!

Paris Day Bike Tour

An excellent choice for first-time visitors, this small group tour offers you a comprehensive overview of Paris while strolling along the Seine river, Paris’s main waterway. Our guides will take up to 8 guests on this 2.5-hour walking tour.

History of Paris & City Center Guided Walking Tour

Drive around Paris in an old, iconic French car like you’re in a vintage film! With this vintage car tour, you can hop into a classic Citroën 2CV and zip through the beautiful streets of the City of Lights. 

Private Vintage 2CV Paris Driving Tour

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Upon arrival in the town of Versailles, we will ride to the famous city market to shop for our picnic supplies (cost not included). Then, we'll cruise through the Château's enormous grounds along a network of fantastic trails and tree-lined paths, pausing along the way to share the rich history of the palace and French monarchy. Next, it's on to our picnic at the end of the Grand Canal where we'll settle down for a royal feast.

Versailles Bike Tour

Hop aboard a private bus first thing in the morning and depart Paris for Versailles. When you get there, you’ll be among the first guests of the day to access the palace, bypassing the long lines that are already starting to form outside. After exploring the historic halls and galleries of one of Europe’s most iconic royal residences, you’ll enjoy a guided stroll through the verdant palace gardens before heading back to the capital. 

Versailles: Small Group Tour From Paris With Garden Show

Private Versailles Tour: Royal Palace & Gardens Golf Cart Tour

Versailles 

Family Treasure Hunt at the Louvre Museum

Semi-Private Louvre Museum Guided Tour {8ppl max}

Private Louvre Museum Tour for Kids & Families

Upon arrival to the Louvre Museum, we will give you your Fast Pass entry ticket valid until the closing of the museum. 

The Louvre Museum with Skip the Line + Cruise Ticket

Louvre Museum

The Basilica of Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre

Musée d'Orsay

Your 1-day Hopper passport allows you to discover the two Disneyland Park and the Walt Disney Studios Park. Your 1 Day Park Hopper Passport gives you access to both Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios on the same day. Located just 40km from central Paris, both parks provide first-class entertainment for adults and children alike.