Book a trip from Sydney to Paris with Cathay Pacific , fares from AUD1,995

The most convenient way to get downtown from the airport is by taxi, taking approximately an hour. The RER B train provides another option and will transport you to the city centre in around 50 minutes.

Affectionately nicknamed the ‘City of Lights’, Paris is a glamorous metropolis that boasts world revered art, magnificent architecture, and impeccable dining options.

Begin your trip with the quintessential Paris experience - visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower. While here, be sure to head to the top of the tower for panoramic vistas of the entire city before venturing down to the foot of the tower for a romantic picnic.

Immerse yourself further in the exoticism of the French capital by exploring its cobblestone streets, particularly in the neighbourhood of Montmartre. Take the time to wander through the beautiful boulevards, which are home to an array of charming boutique shops and quaint bookshops.

Paris is home to a vast selection of famous museums and galleries, with the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay museums being among the most popular. Here, you can find some of the most iconic artistic masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Van Gogh’s self-portrait. Art lovers should also pay a visit to the Centre Pompidou and Musée Marmottan Monet.

There are plenty of options available for those who want to take a day trip, with the idyllic village of Giverny being one of the most popular destinations that is approximately an hour away from Paris. Known for being the birthplace of heralded impressionist painter Claude Monet, who lived from 1883 to 1926, Giverny is brimming with lush natural beauty. While here, we recommend visiting Monet’s Garden, where he encapsulated his masterful paintings, and taking a leisurely walk around the breathtaking water garden and extraordinary Japanese bridge.

Before travelling with Cathay Pacific, book your stay at one of Paris’ most renowned hotels - Saint James Paris, where you can marvel at the quintessential Parisian art deco and enjoy authentic French fine dining. Be sure to also treat yourself to their signature Dédicace Guerlain spa treatment.

Paris is renowned for being one of the culinary havens of the world and boasts memorable places to dine out. Café Constant crafts simple classics to perfection, such as roasted chicken with tarragon potatoes, impressively paired with generous slabs of herbed butter. Ducasse Sur Seine has also earned its place on the culinary map as one of the most beautiful floating restaurants in the world that serves contemporary French cuisines. Food lovers should also consider visiting one of the 10 restaurants which have been awarded 3 Michelin stars. Explore more of Paris’s gastronomical treasures and enjoy globally inspired cuisine that delivers uniquely authentic flavours.

Before arriving in Paris, it’s best to know the basics so you can easily navigate your new surroundings. Below is what you need to know before you fly to Paris.

• Currency: Euro (€, EUR). Find out the current conversion rate.
• Plug: 230V Types C and E
• Time zone: GMT+2. Daylight Savings Time pushes this forward 1 hour from March to November.
• Language: French