The 8th arrondissement in the west of Paris on the right bank, is both a chic area of the capital and a very touristic area mainly because of the Champs Elysées, the most famous avenue in France and the world. But it is also a place of power since it includes both the Elysée Palace and the Ministry of the Interior Affairs. The 8th arrondissement has also many remarkable sites: the elegant Place de la Concorde and its superb obelisk; Place de l'Alma and its golden flame where there is now a small altar paying tribute to Lady Di; the very chic suburb of Saint-Honoré; the more popular Place de Clichy which is partially in the 8th arrondissement; the mythical Place de l'étoile and its famous triumphal arch. But the 8th arrondissement is also home to many shops, 5-star hotels such as Crillon, George V or Plaza Athénée as well as many gourmet restaurants. Without a doubt, the 8th arrondissement is an essential distric in 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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