Paris is the capital of France and is located in the north of the country. The city is located on the Seine River. There are several options for traveling to Paris, but the two most common ways of traveling from the Netherlands are:

• By Thalys: Paris is easily accessible by train, especially from the cities of Amsterdam and Rotterdam from where the high-speed train departs. You are in the heart of the French capital within 4 hours.

• By car: for a weekend in Paris, using the car is also a good option. From Rotterdam, it takes about 5 hours to get to Paris. Just keep in mind that traffic in the city can be busy.

Within Paris, you can use a good and extensive network of public transportation. You can get around the city easily by bus, metro and train.

Paris is a popular destination for booking a city break all year round. A visit to the city can be enjoyable any season, of course it depends on personal preferences and interests.

• Spring - the weather is pleasant, the temperature is mild and parks and gardens are in bloom. 

• Summer - warm months with fun festivities in the city. Also, high season, so it can be very crowded at the famous sights.

• Autumn - one of our favorite times to visit Paris is during autumn. The city is then in beautiful autumn colors, less crowded and also the temperatures are pleasant.

• Winter - winter in Paris has its charm, especially around the holidays when the city is beautifully lit up. Just keep in mind that it can be cold and rainy in the city.

Paris has many iconic sights, these are the most famous highlights of the city that you must have seen during a city break:

• The Eiffel Tower: the icon of Paris as well as France. You can go to the top for a magnificent view of the city;
• The Louvre: one of the world's largest and most visited art museums, with an impressive collection, including the Mona Lisa;
• Notre-Dame: a magnificent Gothic cathedral that was unfortunately damaged during a fire in 2019;
• Montmartre: a picturesque neighborhood in Paris, famous for Sacré-Coeur and Place du Tertre;
• Champs-Élysées: the famous shopping boulevard in Paris where you will also find the Arc de Triomphe.

Of course, these are just some of the sights you can find in Paris. Want to see more of the city? Then these are 15 x the best tips for Paris.

There are an awful lot of activities to do in Paris, below we share a few of the most popular:

• Visit famous museums: some famous ones include the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay and Centre Pompidou;
• Take a boat ride on the Seine;
• Explore the city on a bicycle tour;
• Taste the French cuisine;
• Visit one of the Parisian markets: for example, the Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen;
• Read a book in one of the beautiful parks;
• Visit nearby Disneyland Paris;
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant nightlife.

For even more fun activities and great deals on tours and guided tours, check out Get Your Guide.

Paris has many different neighborhoods where you can stay. To determine the best district for you to stay in, we have written out some tips below:

• Saint-Germain-des-Prés: a nice neighborhood near the Louvre and Notre-Dame;

• Le Marais: a trendy neighborhood with nice stores and bustling bars;

• Montmartre: the most picturesque area of the city and one of our favorite places to stay;

• Latin Quarter: a neighborhood known for its lively student atmosphere.

Disneyland Paris is located about 30 kilometers outside the center of Paris. You can therefore ideally combine a city trip to Paris with an outing to the theme park. From the center of Paris, the easiest way to travel to Disneyland is by train. Take RER line A and get off at Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy station.

If you are in Paris by car, you can drive to Disneyland Paris via the A4 motorway. There is plenty of parking at the theme park.