Discover the Magic of Paris in November: Festivities, Art, & Culture

November in Paris brings a mix of crisp autumn air and holiday anticipation as the city prepares for the festive season. From a VIP dinner cruise along the river Seine to a wine & cheese tasting in a cheese-aging cellar to new exhibitions at the museums, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy the City of Light in November. Explore the vibrant markets, visit the famous Christmas window displays, and experience Paris as it moves into winter. Let's take a look at our curated list of the best events and most exciting activities this month.

Esprit de Paris – The Top Experiences

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Bateaux Parisiens VIP Dinner Cruise

Experience the magic of Paris with a dinner cruise along the Seine River. As you sail past illuminated landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre, you dine on a classic Parisian meal prepared by top chefs. With fine French cuisine, wine, and spectacular views, it's the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion or enjoy a romantic evening. A must-do for a memorable night in Paris!

Visit Marie Antoinette's Versailles

Skip the long lines and dive straight into the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles on this guided tour from Paris. Led by a Versailles expert, you explore the luxurious palace rooms, including the famous Hall of Mirrors, and stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens. The stories about French royalty are fascinating! Bonus: also visit Marie-Antoinette's hamlet and farm by choosing the option with access to her estate.

Dinner Cruise by Maxim's of Paris

On this dinner cruise you will discover why Maxim's of Paris is an iconic restaurant. On a bateau on the Seine, Maxim's delivers its ultimate Paris experience. You'll appreciate the VIP treatment with guaranteed window seating for an unforgettable romantic evening and a menu featuring lobster, truffle, and fresh seafood.

Louvre Masterpieces Tour

Discover the world's most famous art on a Louvre Masterpieces Tour in Paris. Skip the lines and dive straight into the museum's vast collection, guided by an expert. Marvel at iconic pieces like the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. This small-group tour ensures an intimate experience, with a guide helping you to fully appreciate the art and history at the world's greatest museum.

Eiffel Tower Priority-Access

A trip to Paris wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Eiffel Tower. This iconic landmark stands tall in the heart of the city, offering breathtaking views from its observation decks. Whether you choose to explore during the day or see it sparkle at night, the Eiffel Tower is an absolute must-see. Don't forget to enjoy a glass of champagne at the top for the ultimate Parisian experience!

Bateaux Mouches Dinner Cruise + Live Music

Here's another way to indulge your inner romantic on a magical evening cruise along the Seine, viewing the City of Lights at its most magical. You dine on a decadent 4-course classic French dinner, accompanied by live music on-board, as you float past illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower.

Classical Music Concerts in Paris

Music lovers love the intimate Paris settings for classical concerts. All November long stellar performances will be heard in Paris, performed at various stunning venues — like La Sainte Chapelle and La Madeleine. Did we mention the Paris Opera? Tickets Opera Bastille and Palais Garnier are sought after, so be sure to book your seats early.

An Evening at Paradis Latin

For a truly Parisian night out, head to the Paradis Latin theater for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner featuring French classics, followed by a dazzling cabaret show filled with music, dance, and spectacular costumes. This historic venue, designed by Gustave Eiffel himself, captures the glamour and excitement of Parisian nightlife. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant culture.

Champagne & Food Tour of St-Germain-des-Prés

St-Germain-des-Prés, the historic Left Bank neighborhood, is filled with food, wine, and champagne shops. This tour with an expert guide gets you off the beaten track to immerse yourself in French food, culture, and the best of French bubbly, as you travel from shop to shop. Each of the champagne tastings (and there are several) are paired with French cheeses, pâtes, and delicate chocolates & pastries.

Paris in One Day: Eiffel Tower Lunch + Cruise + Louvre

If we had only one day in Paris, this would be it. We love the skip-the-line access – no waiting in line, at the best of what the city has to offer. A table has been reserved for you at the Eiffel Tower, for lunch overlooking the sights of Paris. Then, hop on a boat at the banks of the Seine River to see the best of Paris landmarks, riverside. There's more! Visit the Louvre for a guided tour of the world's most famous museum. Whew!

Night Bike Ride

We like this one. First of all, it gets you out at night in the City of Light. It's refreshing and invigorating plus you visit all of the iconic landmarks. Following your expert guide, cycle around the ancient and modern streets of the city, visiting the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Champs Elysées. Does Paris look even better at night? Find out for yourself.

Musée d'Orsay Impressionism Tour

Marvel at the world's greatest collection of Impressionist works by Van Gogh, Monet, Manet & Renoir on this skip-the-line tour of Musée d'Orsay led by an art expert guide. The small-group size ensures personal attention. Since the lines are always long, the best way to see the art is on this priority-access tour. Once the tour finishes, you're free to spend as much time as you want perusing the masterpieces.

Champagne Evening Cruise Along the Seine

We don't know about you, but this is our favorite way to cruise the Seine — which should be no surprise if you know anything about us by now. We think you'll agree that the best way to see the sights of Paris is by gliding past the monuments on a bateaux while sipping three courses of bubbly poured by a champagne sommelier. Highly recommended by us.

Private Airport Transfers

Of all the advice we offer about Paris travel, this is often the most appreciated. Pre-arrange for private transportation from the airport into central Paris. That way, when you land, tired from jet travel, you'll avoid "arrival stress". Your driver meets you on arrival, helps with your luggage, and takes you directly to your Paris hotel in a private, air-conditioned sedan. Start your vacation with a touch of luxury… and relaxation.

Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie & Notre Dame Tour

Explore the ancient heart of Paris, Île de la Cité, on a guided tour that takes you to the iconic sights including La Sainte-Chapelle and Notre Dame. An expert guide leads this captivating exploration of the rich history of Paris; you'll have the privilege of witnessing the city's breathtaking beauty.

The Top Left Bank Hotels –

Who doesn't love the Left Bank of Paris? It makes you think of Hemingway and the Jazz Age and seems to emanate the very essence of Paris. We think it's the best district in the city to call home. The Saint-Germain neighborhood is charming, and so are the best of the hotels in the quartier. Let's take a look at our top Left Bank hotel picks, updated for 2024, with new ratings and current prices.

The Wonders of Versailles

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Best of Versailles with Priority Access + Gardens

You don't want to miss the majesty of Versailles. These popular tours of Versailles include priority access with an expert guide. The small-group ensures personal attention and includes transportation right from your hotel. By the way, a private tour is also available.

Versailles Bike Tour + Chateau Visit

Aren't chilly autumn days the perfect time to pedal a bike around the most famous royal estate in the world? Explore the countryside near Versailles — through forests and pastures — and then picnic in the gardens of Versailles. After touring the grounds use your priority-access ticket to explore the magnificent Chateau de Versailles. I

Go Deeper Into France On Day Trips

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Spend a Day in the Champagne Region

Visit the top producers in the Land of Bubbly — Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Mumm, Pommery. On this this day tour your driver/guide picks you up at your Paris hotel to take you to the Champagne Region, just an hour away. Your visit starts in Reims at the historic cathedral. But the day is mostly about visiting champagne makers and sampling, sampling, sampling. A classic French 3-course lunch at a regional restaurant is also included.

Visit The Historic D-Day Beaches

The D-Day beaches of Normandy are the most famous battle sites of World War II. This is where the Allied troops came ashore to liberate France and to carry on across Europe to end the war. This guided tour lets you visit the beaches on a long day trip from Paris. Take a day to step back in time on a trip that returns you to hotel the same day.

Loire Valley Chateaux + Loire Valley Wines

On this day tour from Paris you'll discover the Renaissance castles of the Loire plus the wines produced in this fertile valley. The day begins at the largest castle, Chateau de Chambord. Later, lunch is served at Chateau de Nitray with a selection of fresh, local ingredients and a guided tasting of the best of the region's wines. The final stop is Chateau de Chenonceau, considered the loveliest of the Loire royal castles. Limited dates in November, check the link for availability.

Visit Historic Mont Saint-Michel

Just off the Normandy coast is the fairytale island of Mont St-Michel. On this tour you explore the Benedictine abbey that becomes separated from the mainland during high tide. Wander along the narrow streets, visit the shops and the abbey's ramparts. This small-group tour (no more than 8 people). Fridays in November.

Delectable Food & Wine Experiences

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Cheese & Wine Tasting in a Paris Cheese Cellar

Dive into the heart of French culture with a Cheese and Wine Tasting in an authentic Paris cheese cellar. Guided by a master fromager, you'll sample a variety of perfectly-aged French cheeses paired with the perfect wines. This is the ultimate way to savor the flavors of Paris while learning about the art of cheese-making. Perfect for food lovers looking to indulge in a true Parisian experience.

Learn to Make Croissants with a Pastry Chef

Flaky, crusty, tender croissants are an emblem of Paris boulangeries. In this small-group pastry class you'll learn from a trained French chef how to mix, roll, and prepare croissants and pains au chocolat from scratch. Imagine how impressed your friends back home will be when you whip up your batch of French pastries!

A Taste of Montmartre Food & Wine Tour

Up on the hill of Montmartre you join a food-expert guide for a walking tour of the historic quartier. At eight food shops you taste some of the best examples of French cuisine — crusty baguettes, tender crepes, cured speciality sausages and a glass or two of wine. The setting is pure Paris nostalgia: cobblestoned streets, café terraces, private mansions, and Place du Tertre, world-famous for painters, cafes, and Parisian ambiance.

Champagne & Food Tour of St-Germain-des-Prés

St-Germain-des-Prés, the historic Left Bank neighborhood, is filled with food, wine, and champagne shops. This tour with an expert guide gets you off the beaten track to immerse yourself in French food, culture, and the best of French bubbly, as you travel from shop to shop. Each of the champagne tastings (and there are several) are paired with French cheeses, pâtes, and delicate chocolates & pastries.

Wine Tasting in the Heart of Paris

Under the guidance of a professional French sommelier spend a fun afternoon in an informal wine tasting. This tasting covers a lot of wine territory in an hour or two, including the most important wines and regions of France. There's an extensive flight of wines — from Alsace, Champagne, Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Rhone. We recommend the 2-hour French wine and champagne Masterclass with a charcuterie platter.

Chocolate & Pastry Walking Tour of Saint-Germain

Parisian chocolates are amazing, but if you want to expand your chocolate universe to include fabulous French pastries, then spend an afternoon sampling your way through Paris chocolate shops, patisseries, and boulangeries. As always, a food expert leads the way on this small-group tour.

Bateaux Parisiens Gourmet Lunch Cruise

Sail down the Seine while enjoying a French classic 3-course lunch aboard a Bateaux Parisiens. Soak in the views of the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame and Musée d'Orsay as you dine from an à la carte menu with wine. The extras? Live entertainment and a glass of cool champagne to start your adventure. Choose the Privilege service option to guarantee a window seat.

The Food & Wine of the Marais

Visit the most popular quartier in Paris on this food & wine tour that's getting rave reviews. Things start out at the oldest food market in Paris where your food-expert guide leads the way. Then go on foot through the ancient neighborhood to visit the top food & wine shops, tasting the best of French food like cheese, charcuterie, baguettes, chocolate, and wine. Oh, and there's lots of sampling!

Paris Cooking Class & Food Market Tour

Visiting an open-air food market in Paris is an quintessential French food experience. With an expert chef at your side, meet local merchants and learn all about French specialties. Then, with loaded baskets, it's back to the cooking studio where chef will show you how to create a fabulous 3-course lunch. Then, relax and enjoy your meal. With wine, of course!

What's On at the Museums

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Louvre Museum Skip-the-Line Tours

Don't spend your precious time in Paris waiting in the long line-ups at the Louvre. A small-group tour gets you ahead of the lines and into the world's largest & most popular museum. Highlights include the Venus de Milo, the Winged Nike of Samothrace and of course Mona. Group size is limited to six, which makes this perhaps the ultimate Louvre experience.

Harriet Backer – The Music of Color

This is the first retrospective of Harriet Backer's(1845-1932) work in France. Although little is known about her outside her native Norway, Backer was the most renowned woman artist of the late 19th century. You will fall in love with her tender portraits of rural Norwegian life.
• Musée d'Orsay
• Ends January 12, 2025
• Information…

Le Corps En Mouvement – The Body in Motion

To mark the occasion of the Paris Olympics and the Paralympic Games, the Petit Palais celebrates The Body in Motion with a journey through its permanent collection. Fifty works from Antiquity to the 20th century trace the origins of the Olympic Games with paintings, sculptures, art objects, drawings and prints.
• Petit Palais
• Ends November 17, 2024
• Information…

La Collection – Revoir Picasso

In 2014 Pablo Picasso's most important public collection was permanently installed in the lavish setting of the Hôtel Salé, a mansion in the Marais. A decade later, the museum pays homage with a three-year retrospective starting with a tribute to Françoise Gilot. Beyond her famous book — Living with Picasso, published in 1965 — Gilot's own artistic career spanned from Réalités Nouvelles to her large compositions of the "emblematic paintings" of the 1980s.

• Musée Picasso
• To March 12, 2027
• Information…

Figures of the Fool

This ambitious exhibition focuses on the medieval figure of the fool through 300 works of art — from ivories, boxes, small bronzes, medals, drawings, prints to paintings and tapestries.

• Louvre Museum
• Ends February 3, 2025

A New Look at Watteau's Pierrot

Formerly known as Gilles, Watteau's Pierrot is one of the most famous masterpieces in the Louvre's collection. Discovered by the Director of the Louvre during the time of Napoleon, it garnered praise from writers and art historians for its mischievous and melancholy mood. It will be seen for first time since undergoing extensive restoration.

• Louvre Museum
• Ends February 3, 2025

Surrealism

Retracing 40 years of the wacky world of Surrealism, this touring exhibition celebrating the global spread of this 20th-century art movement opens Paris before moving on to Madrid, Hamburg and Philadelphia.

• Centre Pompidou
• Ends January 13, 2025
• Information…

The Best Events in Paris

Things to Do in Paris November 2024

Armistice Day, November 11

Armistice Day in Paris is remembered with a military parade followed by the President of France laying wreaths during a ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier under the Arc de Triomphe. There may be pandemic changes to this year's activities, so check back again.
• Arc de Triomphe, Place Charles de Gaulle
• November 11, 2024
• 11:00 AM: Wreath-Laying Ceremony
• 9:00 PM: Vigil Ceremony

Beaujolais Nouveau Day

Fireworks, festivals, and music start on the 3rd Thursday in November to mark the arrival of the new vintage of Beaujolais. Head to any wine bar in Paris and you'll find tastings — a few euros will get you a fresh glass of Beaujolais Nouveau or Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau.
• November 21 (but check for updates on the link)
• Information…

Le Grand Tasting Paris

Attention wine lovers! Hundreds of French and global winemakers will gather at the Le Festival des Grands Vins in Paris to offer tastings, workshops, and culinary events.
• Carrousel du Louvre
• November 29 & 30, 2024
• Information…

Le Salon du Made In France

Discover thousands of high-quality products from fashion, food, decoration, gastronomy, innovation, high-tech to tourism, all of them Made In France, as the even't title declares. The annual fair culminates with the Grands Prix Fait en France awards.
• Porte de Versailles
• November 25 to 27, 2024
• Information…

Paris Photo

The 27th edition of Paris Photo marks the return of the event to the historic Grand Palais, reopening after a multi-year renovation and the Olympic games. Returning to the venue on a grand scale, Paris Photo features 191 galleries and 43 publishers from 33 countries, including 64 new participations.
• Grand Palais
• November 7 to 10, 2024
• Information…

Whiplash! Live in Concert

Immerse yourself in the ruthless world of a prestigious jazz school and rediscover the cinematic masterpiece on a big screen with the soundtrack performed live by the Multiquarium Big Band.
• Salle Pleyel
• November 25 to 27, 2024
• Information…

Le Festival d'Automne à Paris

Founded in 1972, the Paris Autumn Festival celebrates contemporary arts and embraces all forms — visual arts, dance, theatre, music, and cinema. From September to December the festival features more than fifty events at venues throughout Paris.

• Venues throughout Paris
• September to December, 2024
• Information…