I’ve been very fortunate to visit Paris at least once in every season of the year now and the city definitely has a very different feel during different times of the year. From Winter to Spring, from Summer to Fall, the city seems to take on different versions of itself as the seasons change… so if you’re wondering when to go to Paris, here’s what to do in Paris per season for the best version of your visit to this amazing city!
Paris in the Spring
When to Go: April
Be Sure to See/Do:
-Spring greens in all the city’s parks
Perks of this Season:
-Less crowds than Summer
-Cooler temperatures
Paris in the Summer
When to Go: July
Be Sure to See/Do:
-Take a river boat cruise
-Eat outside at cafés and sip Rosé
-Find shade and solace at the Luxembourg Gardens
Perks of this Season:
-Warm weather
-Long daylight hours
Paris in the Fall
When to Go: Late October
Be Sure to See/Do:
-Changing leaves at the Tuileries and Jardin du Luxembourg
-Explore Île St. Louis and St. Germain with quiet streets
-Wander through the Champs de Mars and see the Eiffel Tower among Autumn colors
Perks of this Season:
-Few crowds
-Cooler temperatures
-Gorgeous Autumn foliage
Paris in the Winter
When to Go: Late November/early December
Be Sure to See/Do:
-Christmas decorations along the Champs Elysees
-Warm up with café au laits and long lunches in cafés
-Wander the Tuileries with no one around
Perks of this Season:
-Hardly any crowds
-Most Local feel of Paris
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Kiersten says
Thank you for sharing! My boyfriend and I want to go to Paris sometime in the next five years so I will reference back to your post when making my plans. 🙂
Kiersten @ Autumn Country Girl
Casey says
So glad it will be helpful! 🙂
Sophie Matters says
This was super helpful! I’m thinking if I get to Paris this year, I definitely want to go in the Fall or Winter in October/November 🙂 Good to know it’s quiet, too and it looks beautiful!
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Casey says
That’s my favorite time in Paris. October/November I think is the quietest but still decent weather and gorgeous Fall colors!
Ella - Wide-Eyed Wanderer says
I went to Paris on the cusp of Autumn and Winter and although I’m sure Paris is great year-round, it really made my experience much better. There were less crowds and the city was quieter, but not any less beautiful or interesting. I want to go back again during a different season and then I’ll be able to compare both experiences 🙂
Casey says
That’s my favorite time of year there! I love the late Fall/early Winter in the city. It’s so much more authentic then!