Paris is the most popular tourist destination in the world, with over 30 million foreign visitors per year See Wiki Information. An important settlement for more than two millennia, Paris is today one of the world's leading business and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion, science and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world's major global cities.
Money-saving tips
Cost of living is raising, but cost of traveling (for the savvy ones) is plummeting. Paris is an expensive city but it can be navigated for a very affordable deal. First off you need to sleep and you just found the best value for money Paris accommodation. Paris vacation rentals are renown - see the New York Times on it - to be the best saving option.
As for museums, forget the big expensive national ones like the Louvre and visit the free permanent collections of the city-run ones, including the Petit Palais, the Musée Carnavalet and the Cognacq-Jay. The small ones, too, like the homes of Victor Hugo and Honoré de Balzac, are also free. If you're in a romantic mood, pick up a copy of the paperback “The Best Places to Kiss in Paris.” A user-friendly guide. Most info on this page were taken from the travel section of the New York Times website.