There is no other city that even compares to Paris–everywhere you turn, any neighborhood you visit–beauty is everywhere. From the white buildings with their beautiful rooftops, the picturesque sidewalk cafes, and how no matter what day it actually is, the feeling in the air is that of a slow, lazy Sunday. To begin your trip by bus from Amsterdam to Paris by our guide.

Don’t Go to Paris Just for a Weekend

When someone tells me that they’re going to spend just 3 days in Paris I feel like they’re most likely not going to love it. I mean, it’s possible to have a great time but if you do it right and prioritize what do you want to see. During such a short visit most tourists head to see the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre and some other tourist attractions, and therefore experience crowds, long lines and not the real local Paris.

Take your pick and spend some time to actually enjoy these things instead of rushing through everything. I’m not telling you not to see these famous landmarks, but in order to fully feel the Paris vibe, you need stay in the city way longer.

Eiffel Tower Might be the Most Disappointing Spot in Paris

Almost everyone is dreaming of getting to the top of the Eiffel Tower. But the moment you start approaching the tower you might realize that it’s not very romantic, as it’s surrounded by a ton of visitors and annoying vendors. The place is crowded, lines take forever no matter when you visit. It’s hard to find a romantic spot.

Again, you won’t like the Eiffel Tower if you just stand in the crowds. However, if you climb the stairs behind the Croatian Embassy you may be able to find a quiet spot overlooking the tower. The view is gorgeous and definitely worth it, especially at night!

Similar to the Empire State Building in NYC, going to the top of the tower is overpriced and not as worth it. I mean, you probably want to see a panorama of Paris with the actual Eiffel Tower in it, right? I recommend you to see the city from up high from the top of the Tour Montparnasse, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame towers, or even a carousel in Tuileries, and actually have the Eiffel Tower in your view.