The 1st arrondissement is the oldest one in Paris. The 19 other districts that followed were spread out like a snail all around. The 1st arrondissement today is also one of the most interesting in Paris in terms of tourism because it is full of monuments and remarkable sites. First, it includes the Louvre and its famous pyramid, one of the most famous museums on the planet, whose particularly impressive collection simply dazes the millions of visitors who visit it every year. But the 1st arrondissement is also about the magnificent Jardin des Tuileries, the mythical Place Vendôme, the Halles district dominated by this immense historical shopping centre, just renovated, the pretty Place du Palais Royal and the Comédie Française. But it is also home to many museums, palaces, private mansions, cafés, restaurants and shops on almost every street corner. You have understood that the 1st arrondissement is an essential district of Paris!

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When to go to Paris?

It goes without saying that Paris is alive all year round, but if you're aiming for a particular activity or event, you'll need to choose your time of year. Here are some tips on when to visit Paris.

High tourist season: from May to September, tourists flock in great numbers. This is when the weather is the best and many festivals and events take place, such as Roland Garros or the Fête de la Musique. Note that in August, Parisians desert the city to go on vacation, which gives a strange atmosphere. Many shops are closed and only the tourist centers are animated. The Christmas period is also very popular, especially for the illuminations and the animated windows of the department stores.

Mid-season: in October-November and from March to April, tourism slows down slightly, but not the number of visitors. Indeed, Paris is a dense city and there are almost always people in the transport and in the attractions.

Low tourist season: there is not really one, except in January and February, when hotel rates drop slightly. Paris attracts tourists all the time!

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The climate of Paris is of a degraded oceanic type since it is influenced by the continent. Temperatures are relatively mild with frequent rainfall in all seasons. The hottest temperatures are recorded in July and August, and the coldest in January. The high urbanization of the city results in a slight temperature increase (about 2°C) compared to the rest of the northern half of the country.

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