Christmas in Paris, Where to Go
Bon Marché
Christmas itinerary
Spa
Start your day with a bit of pampering! Free Persephone is a stunning nail bar with the BEST pedicure packages. They also have a tea salon that offers yummy treats and holiday gift sets to go.
Lunch
La Table is a stunning restaurant in the middle of the Bon Marché. It's the perfect spot to have lunch before exploring the department store.
Shop
Explore the Bon Marché inside & out! The festive windows are not to be missed. Christmas decor is usually tucked next to the library section. I also love the pop up booths on the ground floor.
Be Grateful
Across the street and hidden up an alleyway is Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, a stunning art nouveau church. VIDEO TOUR LINK
Galerie Lafayette
Christmas Itinerary
Opera
Start this day with a tour of the Palais Garnier. Be whisked into a magical world of stunning architecture, culture, art, and beauty. You can book your visit here.
Lunch
Extend your Opera experience in a historic and beautiful atmosphere in this opulent 1800's restaurant, Café de la Paix. Reservations are crucial.
Shop
Practically across the street is the department store Galeries Lafayette. Visit the window displays before heading inside to see the magnificent Christmas tree.
Cocktail
Fancy a drink? Head over to Harry's New York Bar, an institution in Paris since 1911. Over 400 cocktails, piano bar, cuban-style cigars, and a vast whisky collection.
“Some Christmas tree ornaments do more than glitter and glow, they represent a gift of love given a long time ago.” — Tom BakerEve of Christmas
Consider attending a special concert or midnight mass. Most of the incredible churches in Paris offer special events on Christmas eve. Some concerts require tickets in advance so check around your neighborhood.
Day of Christmas
After your traditional actvities, join others for who enjoy the art of the "flaneur," one who wanders the streets of Paris - just because! It's especially romantic at dusk, when all of the Christmas lights are on.
PRO TIP
THIS FERRIS WHEEL IS LOCATED IN THE JARDIN DES TUILERIES, NEAR THE LOUVRE, IN THE SUMMER AND AGAIN DURING THE ANNUAL MARCHÉ NOELTHE BEST TIME TO WALK ON WITHOUT CROWDS IS MID-WEEK, DURING THE LUNCH HOUR.IT ALSO IS NEXT TO THE MARCHÉ NOEL FOOD COURT, SO. YOU CAN HAVE LUNCH AFTER.Book These Tours
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