last edited Dec 11, 2019
Overview of Paris
Overview of the city
Both a city and a department, Paris is the most visited city in the world thanks to its countless landmarks—starting, of course, with the Eiffel Tower, known to all—its dozens of museums, parks and gardens, plus all kinds of activities the capital offers its visitors.
Key facts
- Location:
- Latitude/longitude: 48°51' N, 2°21' E.
- Local time: .
- Population: 2,190,327 inhabitants and around 12.6 million for the greater metropolitan area (2016).
- Area: 105.40 km².
- Altitude: from 28 to 131 m.
Tourism
Travel essentials
- Backpacker daily budget:
- Best for accommodation:
- Best for getting around: on foot or by public transport.
- Best time for climate/crowds/prices: the ideal remains the shoulder seasons, spring and autumn, avoiding weekends and school holiday periods if possible.
- Website: http://www.parisinfo.com