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Paris
France
The City of Light awaits — romance, art, and world-class cuisine on points
Paris enjoys mild springs and pleasant autumns, making April–May and September–October the sweet spots for comfortable sightseeing. Summers can be hot and crowded, especially July–August when locals flee and tourist prices peak. Winters are grey and chilly but festive, with Christmas markets adding charm despite the cold.
When to visit
Award flights from the US
Economy
Air France/KLM Flying Blue
via Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One
+ $120 taxes
Transfer Chase UR or Amex MR to Flying Blue; ~25K each way in economy. Promo awards drop to 20K one-way regularly. Low carrier fees make this the best economy sweet spot.
Aeroplan (Air Canada)
via Chase UR, Amex MR
+ $90 taxes
Book United or Air Canada flights to Paris via Aeroplan. No fuel surcharges on partner carriers. ~30K each way; solid availability and reasonable fees.
Business / First
Air France/KLM Flying Blue
via Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One
+ $200 taxes
Business class on Air France to CDG from JFK/EWR. ~55K each way. Watch for Promo Awards at ~44K one-way. Best flat-bed value to Paris.
Aeroplan (Air Canada)
via Chase UR, Amex MR
+ $110 taxes
Book Lufthansa or Swiss business class via Aeroplan — no fuel surcharges, excellent product. ~60K each way with solid JFK/EWR–CDG routing options.
Cash equivalent: economy ~$900 · business ~$4,500 roundtrip from NYC
Award hotels
Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme
Hyatt
One of Hyatt's flagship properties in Europe. World of Hyatt Category 8. Use 5 nights with points for roughly 250K points.
Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile
Hyatt
Category 5 Hyatt with excellent metro access. A 5-night standard award runs ~135K points.
Le Méridien Étoile
Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy Category 6. Use 5th-night-free benefit for 5-night stay at 200K points total (pay 4, get 1 free).
What to see & do
Eiffel Tower & Champ de Mars
Iconic iron lattice tower best seen at dusk; book summit tickets weeks in advance online to avoid lines.
Musée du Louvre
World's largest art museum housing the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo; arrive at opening or book timed entry.
Le Marais
Historic district with medieval streets, Jewish delis, top falafel spots, boutiques, and the Place des Vosges.
French Bistro Dining
Splurge at a classic bistro — steak frites, duck confit, and crème brûlée. Try Septime or Frenchie for modern takes.
Versailles Day Trip
30-minute RER C ride to Louis XIV's Palace of Versailles; arrive early to beat crowds and tour the Hall of Mirrors.
Seine River Cruise at Night
Bateaux Mouches evening cruise illuminates Notre-Dame, Eiffel Tower, and Musée d'Orsay from the water.
Monthly weather
| Month | Low | High | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34°F | 46°F | |
| Feb | 34°F | 48°F | |
| Mar | 39°F | 54°F | |
| Apr | 43°F | 60°F | |
| May | 49°F | 68°F | |
| Jun | 55°F | 75°F | |
| Jul | 59°F | 81°F | |
| Aug | 58°F | 81°F | |
| Sep | 52°F | 73°F | |
| Oct | 46°F | 63°F | |
| Nov | 39°F | 52°F | |
| Dec | 35°F | 46°F |
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