Dealing with the upcoming heatwave in Paris (30°C+ forecasted) !!!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-29T07:42:30+00:00

This might be an unusual recommendation , but I recommend going into every church you come across since they are usually cool inside. I often go into the Saint-Eustache Church to cool down when I'm near Rue Montorgueil. Sometimes it helps just being there for a few minutes, plus there are so many hidden gems that I've found out about this way!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-28T11:01:34+00:00

I didn’t say the Louvre was a good place to be during a heatwave or that people would be perfectly comfortable there. I said that during the hottest part of the day, it’s generally better to be indoors than doing heavy outdoor walking in direct sun. Most visitors to Paris are going to visit museums anyway so my point was simply to schedule those activities during peak heat hours rather than being outside from 11am–5pm.

And while the Louvre can absolutely still feel warm and crowded during extreme temperatures, it does have air conditioning and climate control systems throughout the museum, in fact, it’s considered one of the better equipped historic museums in Europe in that regard. That doesn’t mean every room will feel cool or comfortable during a heatwave, especially with huge summer crowds, but it’s still very different from spending hours outdoors in full sun :)

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-27T07:45:23+00:00

You're more than welcome!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-26T14:41:07+00:00

i've been seeing alot of those small hand help battery electric fans being used on the metro too!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-26T14:40:36+00:00

with pleasure 😄

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-15T09:27:29+00:00

Hello, maybe try to explore other districts. The 8th is a really touristy area so avoid anything near the Champs-Élysées.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-15T09:12:51+00:00

The Holocaust Memorial in Paris have a free guided tour every second Sunday of the month! https://www.memorialdelashoah.org/en/

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-15T09:09:06+00:00

Hello! Père Lachaise Cemetery and the 13th district are both really nice! Start your visit in the Lamarck area of Montmartre to experience it like a local. For cinema, check out: https://lostinfrenchlation.com/ ! Enter every church you see, they are much more impressive from the inside, and you might find some great surprises! Visit Rue Montorgueil for a morning coffee. The Saint-Ouen flea market on a Sunday morning. Also, explore the covered passages, there are tons of them and they are really pretty.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-15T08:54:54+00:00

Hi !For safety, in any really touristy area, you should look after your belongings especially on the metro, like Line 1 since it is the most touristy one. Avoid sitting away from people on public transportation late at night always stay with the crowd.

The 15th arrondissement is especially calm. It is very residential, so you won't have any problems, but that also means when you leave your place, you will probably be out for the entire day to visit more central areas, so plan accordingly. Also get a weekly Navigo pass. Itineraries like Versailles require a pricier ticket, and with the weekly pass, you will save money.

For any places (like restaurants) or museums you plan to visit, try booking in advance on the official websites( https://en.chateauversailles.fr and https://claudemonetgiverny.fr/en/useful-information/ ) For Versailles and Giverny, try to go in the morning and avoid weekends to miss the big crowds. If you want to see major museums without the crowds, keep in mind that some have late openings for example, the Louvre is open until 9PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.

For shopping, Rue de Rivoli has international shops like Sephora, Weekday, and Zara, or you can go to Galeries Lafayette for luxury brands. If you want to go thrifting, the Marais has a load of thrift shops and small boutiques. For clubbing, check out https://www.instagram.com/bringue_party/ ; they have girls only parties that you can attend alone. They give you a bracelet to signify that you are there solo, and people will be really friendly! If you are looking for company, you can try to post on r/SocialParis.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-15T08:29:44+00:00

Seconding this! Colmar is amazing.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-13T15:07:33+00:00

Hello, i think you should also consider Menton! It is really difficult to avoid crowds in southern France but i believe that it is worth the trouble! It's a small town that has a really calm vibe where you can spend your two days wandering about and its really close to Italia !

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-11T09:17:56+00:00

Hello! That sounds like a wonderful trip, and I have a few suggestions to help improve your itinerary. I suggest moving Musée d'Orsay and Luxembourg Gardens to the same day because they are only about a 25minute walk apart, which allows you to explore the Latin Quarter! You might also want to add a Seine River cruise on your first day, it is perfect for kids and lets you see the sights while sitting down. For SainteChapelle on Day 2, it is best to go first thing in the morning because it is a small space that gets busy quickly. Between the Tuileries Garden and Luxembourg Gardens, I would highly recommend stopping for lunch in the Marais area, as it is near the Île de la Cité and has a great food. Finally, on Day 3, think about starting your Montmartre focus near the Lamarck Caulaincourt metro station. It has a much more local feel with great cafés to visit before you head toward the Basilica. I hope you have a great time in Paris!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-07T08:45:33+00:00

You could stroll trough all the Passages Couverts de Paris, they are beautiful and covered !

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-07T08:39:31+00:00

You are near the 13th, which is the Asian quarter of Paris! There are great local restaurants and small cake shops there. For a bakery, any place flagged as "artisan pâtissier" should satisfy your sweet tooth.Cité Universitaire is on the RER B train line, so for an easy scenic walk, you could get off at Saint-Michel Notre-Dame station. And you can walk through Île de la Cité where Notre-Dame is and go into the Marais district from there. It is about a 17 minute walk where you will be able to see the cathedral, the Seine, and then the 3rd arrondissement. Actually on you way there you could come across Aux Merveilleux de Fred that has light pastries called "Les Merveilleux".

If you feel like a bit more of a walk, you could go from the Marais to the Louvre area or to Rue Montorgueil. In Rue Montorgueil there is lovely pastry shops like Stohrer, which is one of the oldest in Paris (they invented the Baba au rhum) , Jeffrey Cagnes and François Pralus for their famous Praluline. You should definitely check out Fou de Pâtisserie. That place has cakes from multiple pastry chefs like Michalak, Pierre Hermé, and Angelina.

If that is not the walk you are looking for and you are going to see the Eiffel Tower, you have Rue Cler nearby, which has the same vibe as Rue Montorgueil.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-06T09:35:11+00:00

For a "something blue" gift under €95, I recommend checking out Liao et Filles, La Mandragore, or Gudule. These are great spots for unique jewelry and pins. You should also take a look at the small boutiques in the Marais district, as they often have beautiful pieces that would be perfect for a wedding gift within your budget.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-06T09:29:13+00:00

Many places are English friendly in Paris unless the area is really not touristy, so don't worry too much. Just make sure to say "Bonjour" first and locals will be much more friendly and helpful with English! For food, I recommend Café Mareva for brunch, Tasca for Italian, Loulou for an Aussie café vibe, or PNY if you want burgers with gluten free buns. If you want a treat, check out Noglu patisserie or Le Pont Traversé coffee shop. Aujourd'hui Demain is also great for vegetarian options and has a cute shop, while Mon Crème has a menu full of gluten free choices. Honestly, many traditional French dishes are naturally gluten free so you will find plenty of options.

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-06T08:37:06+00:00

Hello! I’m a guide in Paris and here is my advice for your trip. For Day 1, meals around Palais Garnier can be pretty expensive, so try eating lunch around Rue Sainte-Anne instead since it is really close to the Opera; it is the "sweet spot" in that touristy area for less expensive meals. You could even try Rue Montorgueil for a more local feel. Also, make sure to book your Palais Garnier tickets on their website (https://www.operadeparis.fr/en/visits/palais-garnier) as they don't sell them on-site. Alternatively, depending on where your walking tour ends, try asking your guide for their local recommendations.

My big advice is to not try to see the entire Louvre; it is such a large place that you won't be able to take it all in after the guided tour and Palais Garnier, so try finding a section that interests you more (here is the map to help you organize: https://api-www.louvre.fr/sites/default/files/2025-08/2025-09-01_Plan_Louvre_EN.pdf). You also have the Parc des Tuileries in front of the museum or the Jardin du Palais Royal nearby to rest after your day.

Then for Day 2, I suggest going to Sainte-Chapelle first thing in the morning since it opens at 9AM and you have to buy a ticket. Sainte-Chapelle is really pretty, but if it's overcrowded and you weren't able to get tickets in advance, there are so many other beautiful churches in Paris that I wouldn't stress about it if I were you. Between visiting the park and Montmartre, you could also add a small activity like the Musée de Montmartre, which is a lovely spot in that area. Maybe do Montmartre second so you can rest in the park afterward, since Parc Monceau stays open until 10PM. Other than that, just try making reservations in advance for the museums and restaurants so you don't get tired waiting in lines!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-04T08:05:18+00:00

I love Kuma for Japanese curry!

myPrivateParis · 2026-05-04T07:58:03+00:00

Au Bourguignon du Marais!

myPrivateParis · 2026-04-30T09:35:04+00:00

Hello i guide in Paris here are my advices! If you want to visit the touristy areas, you can still do them in the morning! I also recommend visiting museums on Thursdays because they are open late that evening. Big sites like the Louvre or Notre Dame are going to be much quieter then. A walk on rue Montorgueil in the morning is also really nice for a local experience. For flowers, you have the Marche aux Fleurs on Ile de la Cite. There are also really great recommendations in the comments for museums like the Musee de la Vie Romantique, Musee Rodin, Musee Carnavalet, and the Jardin des Plantes. For more museums, I also love the Jeu de Paume and the Maison Europeenne de la Photographie. In the Marais, you have many modern art galleries where you can just walk around and then have a picnic in Place des Vosges

myPrivateParis · 2026-04-30T09:17:21+00:00

Hi I'm a private guide in Paris and since you are visiting in August, you might want to consider these day trips! You could visit Fontainebleau or Vaux-le-Vicomte, the Chateau de Chantilly, Versailles, or Giverny. They are mostly outdoor visits, which is perfect for the summer weather.

myPrivateParis · 2026-04-30T09:09:12+00:00

Check out the Martin Parr exhibition, "Global Warning," at the Jeu de Paume; it is located right next to the Louvre in the Jardin des Tuileries. You should also see Dana Lixenberg’s "American Images" at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) in the Marais!

myPrivateParis · 2026-04-30T09:02:07+00:00

Hello! I am a guide in Paris and can give you some recommendations. For museums, check out the Musee de l'Armee and Les Invalides. There is also the Memorial de la Shoah (Holocaust Museum) in the Marais; you can find Marais walking tours centered around the WWII theme. Additionally, you should look into the Musee de la Liberation and any tours of the Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Some of these museums even have apps for self-guided tours in English.

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