Best Things To See And Do In Paris This Fall

Best Things To See And Do In Paris This Fall

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    If you have the opportunity to travel to Paris in autumn, you are in luck, because it is one of the best times to visit the "City of Light". Temperatures are still not too cold, prices are cheaper than in other months of the year and there is not so much tourism.

    And, above all and most importantly, there are various cultural events that coincide with these months of the year such as the Autumn Festival, the Montmartre Harvest Festival, the White Night or the Garden Festival and Urban Agriculture. Fun is guaranteed!

    1. Have unlimited fun at the Montmartre Harvest Festival

    Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival| ©ViajaaFrancia
    Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival| ©ViajaaFrancia

    One of the charms of Montmartre is its vineyard houses. They harvest the grapes, make their own wine and, at the beginning of October, celebrate the Harvest Festival, a traditional and fun leisure proposal in which wine is the protagonist and which receives thousands of visitors every year.

    The Harvest Festival has a full program with visits to vineyards, picnics, walks, folk dances, concerts, exhibitions, book presentations, debates, tastings of local products, excursions, parades and parades, art workshops, cooking and children's workshops. In addition, in the various food and beverage stands set up for the occasion you will have the opportunity to taste and buy the most typical products of the neighborhood.

    I recommend you to book a guided tour of Montmartre and also read the post what to do in Montmartre and take advantage of your visit to see everything this district has to offer.

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    • When... Early October, from 10 am to 10 pm.
    • Location... Montmartre, next to the Sacre Coeur.
    • Price... Free of charge.

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    2. Join the Notte Blanche

    Nuit Blanche in Paris| ©Hervé
    Nuit Blanche in Paris| ©Hervé

    Since 2002, the popular Nuit Blanche (White Night) has been taking place on the first Saturday of October, during which creations, exhibitions, scenographies, concerts and special installations are organized.

    A night in which the city does not sleep and transportation runs non-stop to allow everyone to participate in this day in which contemporary art becomes the protagonist and is celebrated in the different streets and emblematic squares of the city of Paris.

    La Noche en Blanco originated in France, but gradually spread to other European countries such as Spain. Book the night tourist bus in Paris and move comfortably around the city to make the most of the night.

    Useful information

    • When... First Saturday in October.
    • Location... Main sites, squares and museums of the city of Paris.
    • Price... Free of charge.

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    3. Let yourself be dazzled by the autumnal colors of the parks of Paris

    Tuileries Garden in autumn| ©Jim Lukach
    Tuileries Garden in autumn| ©Jim Lukach

    Paris has several parks and gardens and autumn is an ideal season to visit them, as their colors are tinged with yellows and ochers and dazzle all visitors.

    So, if your trip coincides with the end of September, October or November, an ideal plan whether you go with your partner, friends or family is to take a bike ride or walk. Here are some options:

    Information of interest

    • When... The autumn months, from September to November, when temperatures are still moderate.
    • Location... Different locations in Paris.
    • Price... Free of charge.

    Reserve your ticket for the Jardin d'Acclimatation.

    4. Enjoy a cruise on the Seine

    Seine River and Paris| ©jlfaurie
    Seine River and Paris| ©jlfaurie

    Another ideal plan for the autumn season, before the temperatures drop too much, is to take a cruise along the banks of the Seine.

    Along the way you will be able to see the most popular monuments of Paris such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Île de la Cité and, in addition, you will pass under its most emblematic bridges. And if you opt for a night cruise, the beauty of the City of Light will seduce you. The most romantic plan if you go with your partner!

    There are many cruise proposals. If you have doubts when deciding do not hesitate to read the post the 6 best cruises on the Seine. Even so, here are my favorite options:

    Useful information

    • When... The autumn months.
    • Location... Seine riverside.
    • Price... From 18-20€ to 99€ depending on the type of cruise.

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    5. Join a wine tasting in New Beaujolais

    Bottles of wine| ©Hermes Rivera
    Bottles of wine| ©Hermes Rivera

    On the third Thursday of November takes place in Paris, as well as in other cities in France and Europe, Beaujolais Nuevo, a traditional French festival that has spread to other cities around the world and is celebrated with a delicious meal and wine tastings in the "bar à vins" and bistrots.

    In this way, the commercialization of this wine is celebrated, characterized by its youth, lightness and fruity flavor that, with a pink-purple color, stands out for its short maceration time. This wine, which is served at a temperature between 13 and 15ºC, is produced in the Rhône-Alpes region of France.

    The best quality wines are found in the towns of Brouilly, Saint-Amour, Chénas, Côté-de-Brouilly, Julienas, Fleurie, Morgon, Régnié, Chiroubles and Moulin-à-Vent. In fact, on your trip to Paris, I recommend that you do not fail to book a wine tasting in Paris.

    Useful information

    • When... Third Thursday in November.
    • Location... Paris.
    • Price... Free of charge.

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    6. Enjoy the magic of Disneyland Paris

    Touring Disney| ©Lyle Hastie
    Touring Disney| ©Lyle Hastie

    If going to Disneyland is always a perfect plan for both children and adults, having the opportunity to go coinciding with Halloween is an even more spectacular experience because, along with Christmas at Disneyland, is one of the most special moments for your visit.

    The theme park prepares for this date in style with unique events and spooky decorations. Halloween is not just celebrated for a day or a weekend, but for more than a month, since the season of terror begins in September and ends on October 31. Read the post Disneyland Paris on Halloween and know all the proposals that you can enjoy.

    In addition, here are some interesting information for your trip:

    Useful information

    • When... September and October.
    • Location... Disneyland Paris.
    • Price... From 64 €.

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    7. Immerse yourself in art by visiting the best museums and castles of Paris for free

    Pantheon of Paris| ©Moonik
    Pantheon of Paris| ©Moonik

    From November 1 until the end of March, on the first Sunday of each month, Paris museums open their doors to the public free of charge. This open day takes place in several locations:

    This list joins other must-sees, whose entrance is free the rest of the year, such as:

    Read the post the 17 best museums in Paris and decide which ones to visit on your trip to Paris.

    Information of interest

    • When... First Sunday of the month from November 1.
    • Location... Monuments and museums of Paris.
    • Price... Free of charge.

    Book your ticket for the best museums in Paris

    8. Enjoy the Autumn Festival in Paris

    Autumn Festival Show| ©Filip Van Roe
    Autumn Festival Show| ©Filip Van Roe

    In September, the Autumn Festival (Festival d'Automne à Paris) begins in Paris, which organizes various temporary exhibitions, theater, dance and music shows, film screenings, different expressions of the visual arts, performances..., a large number of cultural events for all tastes and audiences. It is also an attraction, as the city is visited by many international artists.

    This festival, which was founded in 1972 by Michel Guy with the aim of bringing different artistic disciplines to all audiences, is held in various parts of the city such as the Centre Pompidou and the Théâtre de l'Odéon, among others, and is held throughout the fall and part of the winter.

    Useful information

    • When... From September to February.
    • Location... Theaters, museums, galleries of the city.
    • Price... Price determined for each show.

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    9. Welcome the autumn at the Garden and Urban Agriculture Festival

    Garden Festival| ©ParisInfo
    Garden Festival| ©ParisInfo

    As soon as autumn arrives, on the weekend closest to September 23, the Garden and Urban Agriculture Festival has been held in Paris for more than 20 years.

    A meeting in which thousands of people gather in the green spaces and parks of the city to welcome the autumn.

    For this, a complete free program is designed for all tastes and ages, which also seeks to raise awareness of current environmental problems. Among the various activities, there are guided tours, gardening workshops, concerts...

    Information of interest

    • When... First weekend of autumn.
    • Location... Parks and green spaces in the city.
    • Price... Free of charge.

    Zoo of the Jardin des Plantes de Paris.

    10. Let yourself be seduced by a show at the National Opera Paris

    The Opéra Garnier| ©Helen Simonsson
    The Opéra Garnier| ©Helen Simonsson

    The Paris National Opera, which is located in the Palais Garnier, starts its season in September, so if you go in autumn, and you have the opportunity, I recommend that you check the schedule and buy your ticket to see one of the shows of great international recognition that dazzle the audience every year.

    The Paris National Opera is one of the most important on the international circuit, so let yourself be seduced by a show or concert in this incomparable setting! And if you want to know more details, visit the post Opera Garnier.

    Useful information

    • When... From September.
    • Location... National Opera Paris.
    • Price... Different types of tickets.

    Paris temperatures in autumn

    Autumn in Paris| ©Cliffano Subagio
    Autumn in Paris| ©Cliffano Subagio

    The temperatures in Paris in autumn vary greatly from September to the last days of November and early December to enjoy everything to see and do in Paris.

    Thus, while in September temperatures are between 13 and 20 ° C, in October they decrease with an average minimum of 10 ° C and a maximum of 18 ° C.

    November and December are already quite cold, with temperatures below 10ºC. In addition, rain is common.

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    The tourist flow in Paris in autumn

    Spending the autumn| ©Carl Campbell
    Spending the autumn| ©Carl Campbell

    Paris is one of the most touristic cities in the world and no matter what time of the year you go, you will find a large number of tourists. Even so, there are certain months of the year when the tourist influx is lower and these usually coincide with the autumn months.

    That does not mean that there are no special dates such as Halloween when it is common to find a greater number of travelers.

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    Paris prices in autumn

    Autumn evening| ©Paola Breizh
    Autumn evening| ©Paola Breizh

    Precisely because autumn is one of the times when there is a lower tourist influx, prices at this time of year are usually lower than other months of the year.

    Therefore, I recommend that if you have the opportunity to opt for the months of September, October and November for your trip, as you can benefit from offers and promotions on both flights and hotels.

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    What to bring in your suitcase to visit Paris in the fall

    Preparing what to bring| ©Ketut Subiyanto
    Preparing what to bring| ©Ketut Subiyanto

    If you travel to Paris in autumn you have to be very careful with what you put in your suitcase and is that depending on the month in which you go temperatures can be very low and it is advisable to take sweaters or sweatshirts and a coat if possible waterproof because it is very common for the rain to surprise you in these months of the year.

    Likewise, I recommend that you wear comfortable and waterproof footwear. And, of course, don't forget your umbrella.

    If after this article you are not sure which autumn is the best season for your trip, read the following articles and choose the date that best suits your interests:

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