Paris

Stroll along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, renowned for its high-end boutiques and theatres, and walk towards the imposing Arc de Triomphe, a monument to Napoleon's victories. On your way, make a little detour to see the Élysée Palace, where the President of France resides.

From the Arc de Triomphe, walk south and cross the Seine river towards the Eiffel Tower in the 7th arrondissement.

The most iconic symbol of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, can be found here. See it up close, or take the lift to the top for a panoramic view of the city. Then explore Hôtel des Invalides, a complex of military museums and monuments which houses the tomb of Napoleon. Art enthusiasts can spend a few hours in the Musee d’Orsay and the Musée Rodin.

From the Hôtel des Invalides and the Musée Rodin, head east to the 6th arrondissement.

Admire the bare stone walls and columns of Church of Saint-Sulpice and the 6th-century Abbey of Saint-Germain de Prés. Take a break from the busy city and relax in the gardens of Luxembourg Palace, where the French Senate gathers. Find inspiration in famous cafés Les Deux Magots and Café de Flore, which were once frequented by the likes of Picasso, Hemingway, and Sartre.

From either of the cafés, head east along the Boulevard Saint-Germain to reach the 5th arrondissement.

Looking to chill out in a laid-back atmosphere? Visit the Quartier Latin, the student district centered around the Sorbonne. If it's too early to grab a drink, take in the view over the river from the Panthéon on Sainte-Genevieve hill and browse the famous Shakespeare & Company bookstore.

From the bookstore, head directly north across the Seine towards Notre-Dame in the 4th arrondissement.

Head early to Notre-Dame Cathedral, located on the Île de la Cité in the Seine, to avoid the long lines. Entrance to the church is free but visitors pay extra €10 to go up the tower. Walk to the city hall, Hôtel de Ville, then spot Victor Hugo’s house in the Place des Vosges. Don't miss the remarkable Centre Pompidou, which contains Europe’s largest modern art collection.

From the Centre Pompidou, walk north to reach the Musée des Arts and Métiers in the 3rd arrondissement.

Get a feel of medieval Paris as you wander around the streets of Le Marais, known for its hip boutiques, cafés and bars. Explore the Musée Picasso, and visit the Musée des Arts et Métiers, a museum of industrial design containing a repository of preserved scientific instruments and inventions. The old Jewish quarter can be found here too, extending into the 4^th arrondissement.

From here, follow the Boulevard de Magenta north to reach the 18th arrondissement.

The hilly district of Montmartre has a very authentic charm. Discover the place that was once called home by great artists like Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh and Dalí. Catch one of the extravagant shows at the famous French cabaret Moulin Rouge and admire the cityscape view from the top of the hill where the white Sacré-Coeur Basilica is located.

Still craving more from Paris? Check out the remarkable Sainte-Chapelle across from Notre-Dame with its impressive stained glass windows and pay a visit to the world-famous Père Lachaise cemetery in the 20th arrondissement – it's the final resting place of Oscar Wilde, Édith Piaf and Jim Morrison, to name just a few.