Whether you’re going to Paris for the holidays or just for some wintertime fun, there’s plenty happening this month to keep you entertained! – Genevieve

Christmas displays in Paris (abrunete)

Holiday Fun
December may be the best month to take in Notre Dame. They have their classic Christmas tree up in the square and a light/music show inside the nave each hour throughout December. Go on December 18th and stay for the Monteverdi Vespers concert. Beginning December 12, a special seating structure in the square will be open to the public, offering visitors a different perspective on the cathedral’s beautiful stained glass windows.

Notre Dame (el_malino & Herve “Setaou” BRY)

Lucky enough to be ringing in the New Year in Paris? There are evening concerts at churches around the city, like St. Eustache, La Madeleine and more.

For little ones and adults alike, stop by the many ice skating rinks and carousel rides set up around the city.

Carousel outside Hôtel de Ville in Paris (Tom Ward)

Of course Paris is the city of light year-round, but the Grands Magasins do this name great justice around the holidays. Take a stroll down the Boulevard ...