There’s something slightly surreal about Paris in the summer months. It’s not only that the […]
Planning Your Trip
Paris in 2020: What’s New to See & Do This Year?
If you’re plotting a trip to the French capital sometime in 2020, it’s no doubt […]
Leonardo da Vinci at the Louvre: Feting the 500th Anniversary of Artist’s Death
2019 marks the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death in Amboise, France– where the […]
Paris in the Fall: Invigorating, Poetic and Dynamic
I’ll be up-front about something: Paris in the fall is my preferred time of year. […]
4 Paris Jazz Festivals to Mark in Your Calendar Now
Paris is legendary for its longstanding jazz scene, rivaling New Orleans’ and New York’s at […]
The Louvre/Tuileries District in Paris: What to See & Do Around the Museum?
If you only have a few days to explore Paris or it’s your first trip […]
Paris Boat Tours & Cruises: Are They Worth Your Time?
Most “top attractions” lists for the French capital suggest a boat tour of the Seine […]
Paris Airport Taxis: How to Use Them (& Avoid the Bad Ones)
I still remember my first bad taxi ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport. I was […]
6 Tips for Avoiding Tourist Traps & Scams in Paris
As one of the world’s most-visited cities, Paris relies on tourism to thrive economically. While […]
Do You Really Need Travel Insurance for a Trip to Paris & France?
For this first article in a new of practical tips I’ll refer to as “Paris […]
The 10 Best Places to Visit in Paris on Your First Trip
Here at Paris Unlocked, we tend to focus our coverage on lesser-known corners of the […]
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Paris in November: Why to Embrace the Short, Cozy Days
Many tourists don’t even consider visiting Paris in November, fearing that they’ll be “regaled” with […]
Paris in October: Crisp, Contemplative & Stimulating
Autumn in the French capital has always been one of my favorite times of year– […]
Visiting Paris in September: A Welcome Return After the Lull
Most locals recognize Paris in September as the true new year. Following a long summer […]
Paris in August: How to Enjoy the “High-Low” Season in the Capital
Paris in August presents travelers with an odd and interesting scenario. Following July’s mass exodus of […]
Visiting Paris in July: Festivals, Shows and Balmy Nights
Quick quiz: what do the terms “July”, “Paris”, and “mass exodus” have to do with […]
Visiting Paris in June: How to Tap Its Early-Summer Magic
Visiting Paris in June? Of all the summer months, this may just be the […]
Paris in May: How to Enjoy the Mid-Spring Glory
Representing the glorious apex of springtime in the French capital, Paris in May is a […]
Is Paris Safe to Visit in 2020 (And When Can You Travel to France Again?)
In the midst of the coronavirus crisis and following terrorist attacks and occasionally-violent street demonstrations, […]
Visiting Paris in December: What to See & How to Plan Your Trip?
Thinking of visiting Paris in December? Most think of the end-of-year holiday festivities and displays […]
