I've been to Paris a dozen times, so I know the best places to go after visiting the tourist spots. The Montparnasse Tower offers amazing panoramic views of the city and the Eiffel Tower. The Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre is a beautiful church filled with history.
I've traveled around the world, but even after a dozen visits, Paris remains my favorite city. I never tire of its cafés, restaurants, parks, or opportunities to practice my French . The city, which is expecting over 15 million visitors as it hosts the 2024 Summer Olympics, offers countless attractions — many of which are filled with tourists.
After multiple visits, I've found a few lesser-visited spots and activities that I think everyone should check out. Whether you're trying to avoid touristy spots or have already hit the popular places, here are seven of my favorite things to do in Paris . The Eiffel Tower is iconic, but the view from the Montparnasse Tower is equally stunning I've been atop the Eiffel Tower several times, toasting a plastic flute of Champagne from the bar and peering at the skyline from every vantage point.
But if I were looking for Instagrammable views of Paris' most famous landmark, I'd head to the Montparnasse neighborhood. The rooftop terrace atop Paris' only skyscraper, Montparnasse Tower, has 360-degree city views and tons of space to spread out. I recommend visiting during the evening hours to catch the sparkling light show on the Eiffel Tower, which occurs for five minut.