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Kévin & Cayla

December 20, 2025 • Paris, France

Kévin & Cayla

December 20, 2025 • Paris, France

Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, so there is no end to the list of things to do, eat, and visit. This is a non-exhaustive overview, feel free to let us know if you want any additional pointers to make the most of your time in the city of lights!

Sightseeing

Paris Museum Pass: If you have a lot of museums and monuments on your to-do list, the Paris Museum Pass is a great idea. It is a little pricey, but it pays for itself after a few visits. Just make sure you check the website and confirm the sights on your list are included:


https://www.parismuseumpass.fr/en


Christmas Markets: December is an excellent time to visit Paris, there are Christmas markets all across the city (some are even themed). The site below has a rundown (in English) of the Christmas markets around Paris and the dates they're open:


https://www.parisdiscoveryguide.com/paris-christmas-markets.html#dates


59 Rivoli: If you're looking for something a little different, this artist collective has dozens of up-and-coming artists, with plenty of works for sale, if you're looking for a unique souvenir:


https://59rivoli.org/

Dining

Paris (100% French Cuisine)

One of Kévin's favorites, and owned by celebrity chef Cyril Lignac, with a beautiful interior in a historical restaurant that dates back to 1908:


https://restaurantlechardenoux.com/


This Michelin-starred restaurant is definitely a bit of a splurge (their lunch menus are a little more accessible), but it's an incredible dining experience:


https://www.onor-thierrymarx.com/


A farm-to-table restaurant in the heart of Paris, highly recommend their tasting menu:


https://www.restaurant-loupiotes.fr/


A hole in the wall crêperie that' right around the corner from Cayla's first apartment in Paris. They have excellent deals, and the staff is very friendly; consider making a reservation, they tend to fill up:


https://share.google/RGBYV7xXvsx5OQJzz


Very cozy, very French:


https://chezpaul.com/


Small plates and great wine selection in a quirky little café, we haven't had a bad meal here yet:


https://cafeducoinparis.net/

Saint Ouen

Far and away the place we eat the most often- a "food court" with Moroccan, Taiwanese, Bolivian, Italian, and more:


https://communalesaintouen.com/


A boullion is a must, while you're in Paris. It's basically the French equivalent of a diner: no-frills, delicious food served up in nice portions at reasonable prices (this one was founded by a Michelin-starred chef):


https://lebouillonducoq.com/


One of the more "hip" restaurants around, with a very impressive wine list, great food, and great service:


https://www.jeanjeanrestaurant.fr/

Shopping

Citypharma is legendary for French skincare, but it's usually overrun with tourists, and checking out can take forever. I recommend this pharmacy instead:


https://www.pharmacie-forum-halles-paris.com/


One of the biggest flea markets in France:


https://www.pucesdeparissaintouen.com/


A little out of the way, but for anyone seeking deals on luxury brands:


https://www.thebicestercollection.com/la-vallee-village/fr/visite/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb+click