Paris is one of the most lucrative cities for tourists. France is the most visited country in the world. According to WP Travel, France recorded more than 89 million arrivals in 2024. Paris is the most visited capital in Europe because of its enchanting beauty, rich culture and being the world’s fashion capital. It offers plenty of scenic sites, from lush green parks in spring and summer to museums and rich cultural heritage around the year. However, the most iconic attraction for tourists is the Eiffel Tower.
Paris offers many forms of tourism, including business, leisure, culture, shopping, and sports. Choosing the best time to visit Paris depends on the tourist’s preference. Let’s explore what the city of lights offers at different seasons.Â
Tips for Visiting Paris
Visiting the city of lights is ecstatic but sometimes demands extra preparation. Being well prepared will make the navigation of Paris easy and more joyful:
- Keep your documents ready: keep your passport ready and fulfill subsequent requirements. Must check expiry before leaving.
- Currency exchange: Before starting the journey, consult various currency exchangers for the best deal. Carry sufficient money or make other arrangements at your convenience.
- Frequently used belongings: Keep a separate small backpack to keep frequently used belongings and essential papers handy.
- A Translator: the most common problem tourists face visiting Paris is the language barrier. French people love to speak their language. You will find all the signboards in French, so installing a good translator on your phone is recommended.
Let’s Explore what is the best time to visit Paris
Paris offers a wide range of distinct seasons. It provides various opportunities to enjoy beauty in different seasons; let’s explore what Paris offers and the pros and cons season by season.
Related: Also explore hidden delights in London.

The Spring Season (March to May)Â
Spring season starts in March and lasts till May. This is the perfect time to visit Paris because of the mild weather and less crowded. It is the season where Paris truly blossoms; one can enjoy Paris in the true sense only through walking, and this is the best season for walking in Paris.
Pros of Visiting in the Spring Season
- Ideal Weather: Â This is the best time to visit Paris for tourists who enjoy pleasant weather, beautiful flowers, green parks and exploration through walking. The average temperature during this season ranges between 15 – 20 degrees.
- Fewer Crowds: This season is when tourists are lower than in other seasons, so you can freely enjoy every aspect of Paris.
- Lesser Prices: According to The Economist Group, Paris is the second costliest city in the world, and prices further skyrocket during peak tourist season. Hence, the spring season is an excellent choice if you have a limited budget.
- Major Events: Major sporting events like the Paris Marathon and the French Open are scheduled in spring so that you can enjoy these global events.
 Cons of Visiting in the Spring Season
- Colder Nights: Mornings and evenings in Paris are worth enjoying, but mornings and evenings are colder in spring.
- Shorter Days: Tourists get limited time to enjoy Paris because of shorter days during the spring season.

The Summer Season (June to August)Â
Summer months start in June and last till the end of August. This is the best time to enjoy nightlife and street life. Paris truly comes into life when summer arrives, the peak tourist season in Paris. It brings up longer and warmer days and mild nights. This season, outdoor activities like festivals, open-air cinema, and cultural exhibitions peak. This is the best time to visit Paris for the majority of tourists.
Pros of Visiting in the Summer Season
- Festivals and Events:  Summer in Paris has festivals and events. Fête de la Musique is a grand music festival celebrated on 21st June, turning the entire city into a huge concert. Carnaval Tropical de Paris is an iconic costume parade celebrated in early July. France’s Independence Day is also celebrated with zeal and zest on the 14th of July.
- Outdoor Activities: Many outdoor activities are only suitable during summer; outdoor dining and open-air cinema are once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Local as well as tourists flock to nearly 500 parks in the city. Paris plages (turning banks of the river Seine into beaches) provide a unique experience. Outdoor cafes and sidewalk cafes in the morning can only be enjoyed during the summer.
- River Seine Cruise: Warm weather enables visitors to enjoy a cruise on the Seine River. It is a unique way of experiencing the beauty of Paris; although the cruise is offered around the year, summer is most suitable for cruising. Summer evenings and nights are most recommended for such an experience.
Cons of Visiting in the Summer Season
- Huge Crowds: Mornings and evenings in Paris are worth enjoying; you will encounter lots of visitors from around the globe during this season. Paris blooms to its peak in summer, so the tourists do. Additionally, summer holidays fall during this season, adding extra city travelers.
- Hotter Days: Paris has recently faced heat waves, sometimes rising to 39 degrees. Additionally, the lack of air-conditioning in most accommodations makes Paris sometimes irritating during day time.
- Higher Prices: Due to the high influx of tourists, demand for both accommodations and flights increases, making Paris expensive to visit, so you have to bear some extra cost if you want to enjoy the perfect time in Paris.

The Autumn Season (September to November)
The Autumn season in Paris starts in mid-September and continues until the end of November. This provides altogether different simmering views and landscapes. Although Autumn is dull in Paris due to unpredictable weather and colder nights, it is a lovely time for those who aspire to explore rich culture and heritage. For some tourists, Autumn offers a vibrant scenery with millions of colors. Paris Fashion Week is a popular tourist attraction scheduled during this season. Â
Pros of Visiting in the Autumn Season
- Fewer Crowds: With the arrival of Autumn, summer departs, and so do the summer tourists, allowing others a more relaxed exploring opportunity at famous places and restaurants.
- Beautiful fall colors: In my opinion, Autumn offers more variety of colors than any other season. With over five hundred parks, Paris is a great place to experience such a variety. Parks like the Jardin du Luxembourg and Parc des Buttes-Chaumont are worth visiting till the end of October.Â
- Mild Weather: Autumn temperature ranges from 15 to 20 degrees. After a hot summer, Paris returns to what it is known for. The mild weather allows tourists to explore Paris during the daytime, especially walking.
- Lower Prices: Towards the end of the tourist season, Paris becomes less crowded. Towards mid-October, travelers can enjoy lower hotel prices for flights and accommodations; hence, a budget-friendly tour can be arranged in this season.
Cons of Visiting in the Autumn Season
- Unpredictable Weather: Daytime temperature is mild, with colder nights can be irritants for some people. Additionally, with errant rains, the weather becomes more unpredictable, so travelers of this season must be prepared for this.
- Limited Accessibility: With shorter days and chilly weather at night, time becomes a limited commodity for travelers during this season.

The Winter Season (December to February)Â
Winter months in Paris typically start in mid-November and last till the end of February. This is the best time to visit Paris, especially for winter tourism enthusiasts. This is the season when Paris faces the least crowd and offers an enchanting experience. Christmas celebrations are the top attractions for travelers during this chilly weather.   Â
Pros of Visiting in the Winter Season
- Fewer Crowds and Lower Prices: This is the least visited season of Paris so that you will find fewer crowds and cheaper prices for accommodation and travel. This is by far the cheapest time to visit Paris.
- Christmas Markets and Celebrations: Christmas is the main event in the winter months; you will find lots of Christmas markets around the city. That provides ample opportunity for shopping with substantial discounts on almost everything. Festive decorations of Christmas are the hallmark of the festive season in Paris.
- Winter Sporting: Although winter sports are not as cheerful as in hilly areas, there are still enough sporting events, like ice skating, snowboarding, skiing etc, being organized.
- Enjoying Food and Hot Beverages: This is the best time to explore the local foods of Paris. Hot beverages like hot chocolate in cozy restaurants are worth experiencing.
Cons of Visiting in the Winter Season
- Unpredictable and Cold Weather: Winters in Paris are frigid, generally between 0-5 degrees and sometimes dips below freezing point. Hence, weather is a concern for travelers during this season, and prior preparation is highly recommended.
- Limited Outdoor Events and Cultural Events: Quite a few cultural events are scheduled during this season, and due to cold weather mobility of travelers becomes limited.
Best Places to Visit During Spring
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is the jewel of Paris. It is among the most iconic landmarks in the world. It offers a pleasing view of Paris both during daylight and at night. The snow-clad city underneath provides a breathtaking view, especially for taking photos to capture some unforgettable moments of your life.
The Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world. It has some of the finest art pieces, including the famous Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. The design of the museum itself is a major attraction. It remains open for tourists from 9 am to 6 pm for visitors.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
It is considered a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture. After an attack in 2019, it is undergoing restoration and is scheduled to reopen in December 2024. Notre Dame Cathedral is the center figure in French history and architecture. Currently, you cannot enter the cathedral; with the help of a guide, you can visit the site. Â
Jardin des Tuileries
Jardin des Tuileries is the best option for a leisurely walk in the mild weather of Paris. It is a public park located between the Louvre Museum and the Place de la Concorde. The park offers lush green fields with bloomed flowers. The garden remains open from 7 am till 9 pm.
Champs de Mars
A breathtaking walk under the Eiffel Tower! What else can one dream of? Champ de Mars is a prominent green space located near the Eiffel Tower. It is among the popular attractions of the beautiful city for local families for an outdoor picnic spot for the local population. Champ de Mars has enormous significance in French history.
Seine Riverbanks
The River Seine flows through most of Paris, offering picturesque views for tourists. The western bank of the river has been transformed so that pedestrians and cyclists to enjoy walking, jogging and cycling. A walk with a view of Paris’s most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre Museum, worth experiencing.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
It is one of Paris’s most significant and unique parks. The park offers different landscapes, from hilly cliffs to waterfalls, lakes, and plenty of flora and fauna. It is famous for walking and jogging among locals. Temple de la Sibylle, a miniature Roman temple, is the park’s most iconic feature.
Bottom Line
Paris offers plenty of opportunities around the year to enjoy holidays. Popular times for visiting are Spring, Summer and Autumn. However, winter is also not a bad time to visit Paris, as it provides a unique lens to explore the city. The rich cultural heritage, pleasant weather and eventful days and nights bring lots of visitors during the summers. Paris is visited the whole year, but the favorite months of a majority of travelers to visit Paris are from June to August. But in my opinion, spring is the most suitable season for visiting Paris.
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