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Are you planning on travelling to Paris for work? Get to know the eminent culinary capital of Europe in this comprehensive guide for business travellers.<\/strong><\/p>\n Nestled on a north-curving arc of the vast river Seine, Paris is renowned the world over for its history-rich streets, its devotion to fine art and fashion, and its unrivalled menu of gastronomic delights, from melt-in-the-mouth croissants to the sweet taste of French onion soup.<\/p>\n The city and broader Paris region is also a significant economic and diplomatic powerhouse at the heart of Europe – its nominal GDP of ~\u00a3640 billion in 2021<\/a> was the highest in the entire European Union, and 29 companies listed in the Fortune Global 500 call the area home. Paris is also host to the headquarters of numerous international organisations, including UNESCO, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the European Space Agency, and many more of global fame.<\/p>\n Those travelling to Paris for business will experience the convenience of an extensive transportation network which extends from the city to the French suburbs and beyond. Not only is the city the central hub for the national rail network and the nucleus of the axis on which the country’s motorways revolve, it also boasts three international air hubs, including Charles de Gaulle Airport, which was ranked the 4th busiest in the world by global traffic in 2023<\/a>.<\/p>\n In this comprehensive guide to Paris for business travellers, we delve deeper into navigating the city’s unique corporate landscape, offer our top tips for getting around, and pick out our top 3 things to see or do to make your trip unforgettable.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”#gettingthere” button_text=”How to Get to Paris” button_text_tablet=”How to Get to Singapore” button_text_phone=”GETTING TO SINGAPORE” button_text_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”BUTTON – Getting There” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”30px|2px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”30px|2px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px|2px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”14px||14px||true|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” button_text_size_tablet=”” button_text_size_phone=”19px” button_text_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6D6E71″ custom_padding=”15px|30px|15px|30px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Factfile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_5_text_align=”center” header_5_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Paris-Coat-of-Arms.png” alt=”The seal of Chicago” title_text=”Paris-Coat-of-Arms” align=”center” admin_label=”IMAGE – City Shield” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”49%” width_tablet=”36%” width_phone=”54%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n The heraldic symbol of Singapore features a crescent moon (denoting a young nation on the rise), a lion & a tiger (representing the state’s ties with the Malay peninsula), and five white stars representing democracy, peace, progress, justice & equality<\/span><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n The heraldic symbol of Singapore.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”TEXT – Shield Caption” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_font=”||on||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”-3%||5%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n The Parisian coat of arms features the city’s traditional red and blue colours, a silver sailing ship, and the motto Fluctuat nec Mergitur<\/em> (“She is tossed by the waves, but does not sink”).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-16px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – City Stats” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_4_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_5_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_6_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_layout=”dark” custom_margin=”5%|5px|5%|5px|true|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n French<\/p>\n Euro (\u20ac)<\/p>\n Summer (Jun-Aug) = 21\u00b0C (70\u00b0F). [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Getting There” module_id=”gettingthere” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Divider” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Getting There (Header)” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”HEADER – Getting There” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_2_font_size=”36px” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”ROW – Getting There (Body)” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Air” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Air” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n Paris is served by three major airports: Charles de Gaulle (CDG)<\/strong>, Orly (ORY)<\/strong>, and Beauvais-Till\u00e9 (BVA)<\/strong>. Charles de Gaulle<\/strong>, the largest and busiest, handles most international flights and is about 25 km (16 miles) from the city centre. Orly<\/strong>, located 13 km (8 miles) south of Paris, mainly serves domestic and European flights. Budget airlines often use Beauvais<\/strong>, which is about 85 km (53 miles) away.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – car” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – car” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n If you’re driving from within France or neighboring countries, major routes like the A1 (from Lille and Belgium)<\/strong>, A6 (from Lyon and Switzerland)<\/strong>, and A10 (from Bordeaux and Spain)<\/strong> lead directly to Paris, often serviced by affordable long-distance buses such as FlixBus. Once in Paris, the P\u00e9riph\u00e9rique<\/strong>, the city’s ring road, provides access to different districts, though be aware that traffic can be heavy.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Bus” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Bus” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n Paris is served by several major rail stations, including Gare du Nord<\/strong> (for Eurostar from London, the Netherlands, and Germany), Gare de Lyon<\/strong> (for southern France, Switzerland, & Italy), and Gare de l’Est<\/strong> (for eastern France and Germany). France\u2019s TGV<\/strong> trains make domestic travel quick, while international routes like Eurostar, Thalys, <\/strong>and TGV Lyria<\/strong> connect Paris to key European destinations.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Business Culture” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”ROW – Business Culture” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Paris-Institute-Building-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”825px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”TEXT – Business Culture” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” ul_font=”||||||||” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”TEXT – Business Culture” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” ul_font=”||||||||” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n Paris is a truly international metropolis that embraces the Western idea of modern business practice. Meetings tend to be polite but formal<\/strong>, and (unsurprisingly for a city with a history rooted in romance and art) there is a strong emphasis on refinement<\/strong> – well-crafted emails or elegantly-designed business cards<\/strong> can go a long way in building your professional reputation.<\/p>\n The dress code<\/strong> is similarly formal and professional, with casual looks a rarity in Parisian office environments. Well-tailored and dark-colored suits<\/strong>– such as navy, charcoal, or black -are typically worn by men. For women, blouses or dresses in neutral or dark tones are common choices.<\/p>\n It is common practice to greet colleagues and clients with a handshake and refer to individuals by titles and surnames in the early stages of a professional relationship. “Monsieur”<\/strong> and “Madame”<\/strong> are commonly used to show respect, while “Monsieur\/Madame le Directeur”<\/strong> (Mr.\/Mrs. Director) or “Monsieur\/Madame”<\/strong> followed by a person’s title is standard when addressing those in higher positions.<\/p>\n Parisians are generally direct <\/strong>and frank when communicating, especially when it comes to business matters. However, directness doesn\u2019t mean rudeness – <\/strong>it is expected that opinions be expressed clearly but in the spirit of respect. Even controversial or pointed conversations are often framed in a polite, diplomatic manner.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here are a few of our other top business etiquette and culture tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Crime & Safety” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”ROW – Crime & Safety” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”TEXT -Crime & Safety” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” ul_font=”||||||||” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”TEXT -Crime & Safety” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” ul_font=”||||||||” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n Paris is generally regarded as a safe city, ranking 23rd out of 60 in the Economist-sponsored “Safe Cities” report in 2021<\/a>. However, business travellers and tourists alike need to remain vigilant in busy areas such as on the metro or around tourist hotspots such as the Eiffel Tower, as this is where pickpockets<\/strong> most commonly operate. Pickpockets typically work in groups, using distractions like fake petitions, asking for signatures, or offering bracelets to divert attention while stealing personal belongings.<\/p>\n The city has also experienced some high-profile terrorist attacks<\/strong> in recent years, including the attack near Pont de Bir-Hakeim <\/span>in 2023. This has led to heightened security and occasional counter-terrorism measures, <\/strong>with the UK Government listing the threat level as “high”. However, travellers can take sensible precautions by staying informed and following any security measures if at a large gathering or public venue.<\/p>\n Violent crime<\/strong> in Paris is relatively rare, with outer districts such as parts of the 18th, 19th, and 20th arrondissement affected to a level which is higher than the city’s overall average. However, these areas tend to be safe during the day, with incidents typically isolated or related to gang activity rather than being random attacks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here are a few of our other top safety tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Business-man-Eiffel-Tower-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”773px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Getting Around” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Getting Around Header” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Getting Around” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”36px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”ROW – Getting Around” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Taxis” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_3_font_size=”28px” header_3_font_size_tablet=”28px” header_3_font_size_phone=”23px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Taxis” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n The Paris M\u00e9tro<\/strong> is one of the most popular and efficient ways to get around the city. It has 16 lines that cover the vast majority of the city, including popular tourist destinations like the Eiffel Tower <\/strong>and Montmartre. <\/strong>Travellers can buy tickets at metro stations or use contactless payment systems like Apple Pay. The lines run frequently from around 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM (with extended hours on weekends). If you’re staying in Paris for a few days, consider purchasing a Paris Visite<\/strong> pass, which gives you unlimited travel on the metro, buses, and RER trains.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Doha Metro” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_3_font_size=”28px” header_3_font_size_tablet=”28px” header_3_font_size_phone=”23px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Doha Metro” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” link_font=”|700|||||||” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n The Paris bus network has over 60 different lines<\/strong>, covering the entire city and some suburbs. They are a great way to reach areas not directly served by the M\u00e9tro, including the outer arrondissements. Bus stops are marked with blue signs with the line number and the direction the bus will be travelling. Tickets for buses are the same as those used for the Metro and can be purchased from metro stations or on buses. A single ticket t+<\/strong> costs around \u20ac2.00. Paris also operates a night bus network<\/strong>, known as Noctilien, <\/strong>covering major routes around the city from 12:30 am to 5:30 am.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Cra Rental” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_3_font_size=”28px” header_3_font_size_tablet=”28px” header_3_font_size_phone=”23px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Car Rental” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” link_font=”|700|||||||” global_colors_info=”%91%93″]<\/p>\n Paris has an extensive network of bicycle lanes<\/strong> and a popular bike-sharing system called V\u00e9lib’<\/strong>. It’s a green and affordable way to explore the city. Bikes are available at docking stations throughout the city and can be rented using the V\u00e9lib’ app<\/a>, at kiosks, or via a contactless card. Bikes are available in both manual and electric versions. The first 30 minutes of each ride are free, after which additional charges apply based on usage. If you’re planning to use the bikes multiple times during the day, the V\u00e9lib’ Day Pass<\/strong> is the best and most cost-effective option.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Landmarks Top 3″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – HEADER” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Top 3 To-Do” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”36px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Top 3 To-Do” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_font_size=”20px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you find yourself with a bit of free time on your business trip, Paris is a city with a rich history and offers plenty to see and do. 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Languages<\/h4>\n
Currency<\/h4>\n
Avg. Temperatures<\/h4>\n
Autumn (Sep-Nov) = 14\u00b0C (57\u00b0F).
Winter (Dec-Feb) = 5\u00b0C (41\u00b0F).
Spring (Mar-May) = 12\u00b0C (54\u00b0F).<\/p>\nGetting To Singapore<\/h2>\n
Getting To Singapore<\/h2>\n
Getting To Paris<\/h2>\n
By Air (Par Avion)<\/h3>\n
By Road (Par la route)<\/span><\/h3>\n
By Rail (En train)<\/h3>\n
Business Culture & Etiquette<\/h3>\n
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Crime & Safety<\/h3>\n
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Getting Around Paris<\/h2>\n
Paris Metro (Paris M\u00e9tro)<\/h3>\n
Buses (Autobus)<\/h3>\n
Cycling (V\u00e9lo)<\/h3>\n
Top 3 Things To See Or Do In Paris<\/h3>\n
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3. Notre Dame Cathedral<\/h5>\n
Paris: The City of Love & Lights<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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City Guides<\/h3>\n
LET’S TALK<\/span><\/h3>\n
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