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Paris by train

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Discover Paris

Paris, the 'City of Light,' is a global capital of art, fashion, and culture. The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum symbolise its iconic status, while the Seine River and Notre-Dame Cathedral add timeless charm. Montmartre’s bohemian spirit and the Champs-Élysées’ elegance offer contrasting yet complementary facets of the city. Paris combines romance, history, and innovation, making it an unparalleled destination.

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Short break to Paris

A short jaunt to Paris ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
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Multi-stop adventure through Paris

Travel through France on a multi-stop adventure to Paris, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
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Paris getaway

Take Eurostar to Paris for the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and walks along the Seine, with cafés, markets, and bookstores nearby.
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Paris and Lille

Uncover Paris beyond the obvious, from the Catacombs to the Montmartre vineyard, then head north to creative Lille.
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Cities of Art

Gallery-hop from Paris to Belgium, tracing Old Masters in Flanders, fashion in Antwerp, and studios on Kortrijk’s river island.
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Activities and neighbourhoods in Paris

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  • Jardin du Luxembourg

    The Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris’s Sixth Arrondissement is a 57-acre garden created by Marie de Medici. Relax under horse chestnut trees, lounge by the fountain, or enjoy vibrant spring blooms.

  • Patrick Roger chocolatier

    Step into Patrick Roger’s shop and discover chocolate as art. Admire his sculptural creations and savor uniquely flavoured, exquisitely crafted treats from one of Paris’s top chocolatiers.

  • Montmartre

    Explore Montmartre and climb to Sacré-Cœur Basilica for breathtaking city views. Sunset offers the best light as the sky paints the Parisian skyline in warm, golden hues.

  • Parks in Paris

    Spend an afternoon relaxing in one of Paris' many parks – the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont offers cliffs, a lake, waterfalls, a temple atop a hill, and panoramic city views.

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