I prefer the Seine and it's bridges to the Thames, but the love locks are starting to turn some of them into chunks of scrap metal. If it continues then I'm going to say the Thames and it's bridges are going to look the better of the two.
I don't think that London and Paris are comparable. Either one can be "the best city in the world" depending on specific circumstances at any given time, as can Rome or NYC. I think it all depends on what you like as well. I prefer Paris , because I enjoy the French history and can see how they try to preserve the past in Paris. And who knows, next year if my interests change to UK history, my preference will most likely change to London, :.
The best way to decide how to budget your time is to make a list of those places you hope to visit in each city and figure out how much time you'd need. We made many trips to Paris before finally going to London and enjoyed London so much we returned twice for week long stays within a year. We had wonderful food in London. I love each city for different reasons. For many years I was lucky enough to visit both for 5 to 7 days each. You said this is your first visit to France but didn't say if you've ever been to London before.
If you have been to London before I'd give the edge to spending more time in Paris. If you haven't been to London I would just look at what you want to see and do in each city and plan from there. They are both great cities. IMO Paris is more beautiful because of the architecture. But, London has a lot of beauty of it's own and it's nice to just pop into museums whenever you want because they're free.
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Re: Better City: Paris or London? Suzanne D. Donna K. Destination Expert for San Diego. Reply to: Better City: Paris or London? Read our community guidelines. Get notified by e-mail when a reply is posted. London has six football clubs playing in the top tier, Paris just has PSG. London has a bewildering choice of concert venues, many more than Paris.
One of the few cultural areas where Paris tops London is food and drink. According to the Economist, the gap is set to widen in the coming years, with London set to remain the second most competitive city in the world by with Paris slipping to seventh.
In terms of tax on private wealth, London is number one in the world, while Paris is down in 37th place. Even the French agree! There are around , French nationals living in London while just 8, Brits call Paris home. In a few years, the internet has become — among other things — the main market fo The long-serving boss of Cobepa, Jean-Marie Laurent Josi talks about the business model of a Belgian investment firm that is trusted by major European families, one which marries t New paradigms have become apparent and structural changes are predicted.
Indeed mar This website uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you accept our terms of use of cookies. The Match! Paris vs London With the Brexit imbroglio set to roll on for another six months, Paris is now more than any time in recent history a serious contender for the number one city in Europe.
Posted Monday, April 15th Winner: Tie 2 — Startups When it comes to the tech industry, London and Paris are engaged in a fierce fight to attract the brightest and best startups and help them grow. The city has a lush European city and is known to be the world center of culture, art, fashion, and gastronomy. Apart from the fact that both cities are impressive, each has its distinct features that make them stand out. And even though the matter of which is better of the two is contentious, Paris takes home the grand prize.
Everything around oozes elegance that offers an answer to the question of why many want to visit Paris at every time of the year. However, the areas are far enough to avoid the long tourist rush. Unlike London, Paris is not big so visitors can take a walking tour of some of the tourist attractions like the Eiffel Tower and its surroundings, including the Trocadero Park.
They have quite a lot of things in common, among which are luxury, charm, and class. But the 16th arrondissement is full of many interesting places like shops, upmarket restaurants, parks, and cultural centers that are among the best in Europe. The popular fashion week in the French capital has, over time, been hosted in the 16th arrondissement. Visitors will also find the Vogue Paris editor here as it is a peculiarly modish neighborhood. Boise de Boulogne is primed for adults and children and is the second-largest Parisian public park behind Bois de Vincennes.
It is the French version of the British Hyde Park. Visitors can do as they like in the Bois de Boulogne like boating, horseback riding, and jogging. This racetrack hosts a yearly derby in October, and the French Open every May is held on the clay courts of Roland-Garros. Clearly, the sports feature of the Paris region is stronger than its London counterpart. France has always been recognized for its excellent cuisine, and the city of Paris offers visitors the chance to experience this excellence.
In recent years, many Parisian restaurants have been the recipient of the much-coveted higher Michelin Stars more than London establishments have. Nevertheless, London food and restaurants cannot be overlooked. With a diverse population moving to London, restaurants have been accepting of food from various parts of the globe.
Apparently, the strong cultural blend in the English capital has cumulated into an innovative and tasty food scene. Also in London, a large range of food is offered, like affordable curries to chips and fish. Meanwhile, Paris offers a brilliant variety of pastries and bread, along with baguettes. Both cities are widely known to be expensive for locals and tourists.
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