Christmas in Paris may not boast the winter-white scenes that often come with the holidays, but the city glows with thousands of lights as it transforms into the ultimate winter wonderland, complete with an ice skating rink below the Eiffel Tower and more than a dozen Christmas markets scattered across the city. You can feel the holiday spirit everywhere from the iconic Champs-Elysées to the gardens and famous squares, which are decked out with thousands of light displays and Christmas trees galore. Each grand magasin (department store) tops the next with whimsical holiday window displays that have earned Paris a place among the best in the world—and that includes NYC. If you thought Paris went all out with its Olympics celebrations, just wait until you see how the city fêtes the holiday season. If you’re considering a trip to Paris in December, you’ll find no shortage of festive ways to celebrate the holidays—but these 10 are among the top things to do and see during Christmas in Paris.
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Every review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that activity. When choosing things to do, our editors consider landmarks and experiences that offer an insider’s view of a destination, keeping authenticity, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
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