A Stylish Guide to Paris’s Famous Sights and Destinations

5) Fontainebleau

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

Not even an hour from the city center, the forests of Fontainebleau offer a natural respite from bustling Parisian life. Known for its bouldering destinations as well as scenic hikes, this escape is worth a day trip.

9) Paris Catacombs

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

If you’re a fan of scary stories, horror movies, or weird history, the Catacombs underneath Paris are a must-visit. We recommend taking a guided tour in order to get all of the creepy historical facts as you wander the tunnels.

11) Notre-Dame

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

This cathedral is one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in the world. (It even inspired the famous musical/Disney film.) Go right at the turn of an hour to hear the famous bells toll.

12) Jardin des Tuileries

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

Situated between two of the most popular attractions in Paris—the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde—the Tuileries is a stunning public garden, perfect for a quick lunch or walk. It also holds great historical significance as the palace here was where Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette took refuge during the 1789 uprisings.

13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

Occasionally referred to as the Brooklyn of Paris, the Saint-Germain neighborhood is where to go if you’re looking for all things cool and chic. The HB team cannot recommend the iconic café Les Deux Magots enough for any meal of the day (but especially brunch) and the countless shops for all kinds of vintage treasures.

14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

A surprising spot of nature located in the heart of Paris, the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont (named for the park’s hill where limestone was once mined), is one of the biggest original green spaces in the city.

16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

With a name that translates directly as Sacred Heart, this church is an architectural icon in Paris. Located at the top of the hill (the Butte Montmartre), it boasts one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the capital.

17) Rue Crémeux

5) Fontainebleau, 9) Paris Catacombs, 11) Notre-Dame, 12) Jardin des Tuileries, 13) Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 14) Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, 16) Sacré-Coeur Basilica, 17) Rue Crémeux

If you’re looking for someplace a bit different to capture your Parisian photos, opt to take a stroll down the Rue Crémeux. This one-block pedestrian street in the 12th arrondissement features a row of quaint and brightly colored homes to act as the perfect backdrop.

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