DK Travel : Paris

From Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower, Paris holds some of the world's most famous sights and these highlights should be top of the list for any first-time visitor. With the exception of the overtly modern Pompidou Centre, they have been landmarks of this elegant and romantic capital for centuries and remain awe-inspiring sights, no matter how often you visit the city.

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Café Oz

A range of Australian beers and wines combined with archetypal Outback decor makes this rowdy bar popular with antipodean ex-patriates and French patrons alike.
Calixte

The place to stock up for a picnic or the day’s treats: superb croissants for the morning, pâtés and terrines and irresistible desserts for lunch.
Calvin Klein

The American designer’s simple, classic women’s wear and accessories are sold on the ground floor. Upstairs is the home collection in restful, neutral colours.
Carmes Market

A small market specializing in organic produce every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning. A good place to pick up olives, cheese, tomatoes and fruit.
Carpe Diem

While you’re at it, you could also be seizing a pint or three at this cosy pub that’s kept the warmth of its previous incarnation as an Irish pub.
Carton

For a sweet treat this patisserie provides great cakes, sharp lemon tarts, mouth-watering chocolate and strawberry creations.
Caveau de la Huchette

Don’t be fooled by its tourist-trap setting in the heart of the Latin Quarter – this venue is worth every penny of the entrance price. The building was once home to Knights Templar, and jazz has been played under the medieval vaults since 1947.
Caviar Kaspia

The peak of indulgence. Caviars from around the world, plus smoked eels, salmon and other fishy fare.
Cedar of Lebanon

This magnificent tree was planted in 1734, and came from London’s Botanic Gardens in Kew, although a story grew up that its seed was brought here all the way from Syria in the hat of a scientist.
Centre Georges Pompidou