Traveling to París en Semana Santa, means arriving in the city of love during the most beautiful time of year: Spring.
The gardens are in full bloom, the pastry shop windows are a chocolate dream, and the weather is already warm enough to enjoy sitting on a sunny terrace.
What to See in Paris at Easter
If it's your first time visiting Paris, you won't want to miss the top museums and attractions. The first must-do for first-time visitors to the city is, of course, visiting the Eiffel Tower.
One of the first activities we recommend to get acquainted with the city is to join one of the many fascinating free tours in Paris. You can discover and learn a great deal without spending too much.
You can be content with a photo from the garden at its foot, known as the Champ de Mars Park, or you can go up and admire the view of Paris from the top.
Since by this time of year it will be less cold (the weather in Paris), you can comfortably explore the city on foot if it's not raining.
Discover the most famous neighborhoods in Paris and find the list of attractions in each district, or "arrondissement", on our page Where to Stay in Paris. It will be very helpful for planning your trip.
Easter Traditions in Paris
The city does not slow down during the Semana Santa, and among the traditions of the season, regalar chocolates for children is one of the most popular.
You can keep it simple and buy chocolates at the supermarket, or turn this into an opportunity to visit chocolate shops in Paris, where the world's best "chocolatiers" show off their creations.
The comida más especial of these days is lunch, an occasion when the whole family gathers. It can also be a Brunch. Sf you are staying in a apartment in Paris, you can buy the ingredients or a ready-made meal at one of the Parisian markets. Alternatively, you can sit at a café and enjoy a gourmet Easter meal.
If you are traveling with children, you can organize a cacería de huevos de Pascua in one of the lovely parks and gardens in Paris (see also Paris with Kids Guide).
Also traditional at this time of year are concerts in churches such as La Madeleine Church or the Notre-Dame Cathedral.
You can also take the opportunity to visit some of the places near Paris, or visit the Palace of Versailles.
Accommodation in Paris during Easter
Naturally, during these peak-season days hotels in Paris are in high demand. We therefore recommend booking in advance.
You can browse these two selections of 5 cheap hotels in Paris and these 5 budget hotels near the Eiffel Tower.
You can also check out this list of recommended apartments in Paris.
