Paris

Paris, the capital of France, is the spiritual home of all things chic and artistic. From the central grand boulevards to the out-of-the-way charm of Montmartre, the city's 28 million visitors a year are rarely disappointed with their visit.

Whether you yearn for shopping, culture, gourmet dining or entertainment, you will be spoilt for choice in Paris.

It is hard to think of a city that has such a vast array of impressive buildings, monuments and gardens. From the world famous (Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triumph, Notre Dame) to the well-loved (Sacré Coeur, Jardin du Luxembourg, Musée d'Orsay) and the must-see (Louvre, Pompidou and Champs Élysées) - Paris has it all.

Language: French

Currency: Euro

When to visit: A chilly and snowy winter, a fairly warm spring, and a very pleasant summer.

Culture:  Fashion, food and culture form the very essence of Paris. This busy tourist-filled city, whose local population tries to continue with daily life regardless, is always full of surprises. Walking around will give you a real feel for the Parisian way of life. 

Places to visit:  Pompidou Centre - notorious for its innovative architecture, the Eiffel Tower -marvel of 19th-century engineering, The Louvre, The Latin Quarter.