How to Spend a Weekend in Paris If You Are an Overseas Student

Paris, the capital city of France, is of the popular destinations where a large number of students from different parts of the world come to get higher education. But, apart from the studies, Paris has a lot to offer to overseas visitors from the iconic architecture of the Eiffel Tower to the delicious foods.

If you are an international student and you are living in a student accommodation Paris, then you would also not like to miss the special attractions of this city. Quite obviously, you would like to use your weekends for having some fun and for getting some better experiences. Weekend plans will definitely remain one of the charms during your stay in Paris.

Here, we have a number of suggestions for you on how you can spend a weekend in Paris as an overseas student.

Enjoy the Sightseeing

Most commonly, students like to visit the important sights of Paris on their first weekends. If it is not your first weekend then also sightseeing can be your favorite activity. Nobody wants to pass up the opportunity to see the sprawling views from Eiffel Tower. As a matter of the fact, visiting Eiffel Tower remains the major plan of a number of visitors in Paris.

Moreover, you may also get an opportunity to get glimpses of the Arc de Triomphe. An afternoon can be spent in wandering along the Seine (beret and baguette both of which are optional). Besides, you can head towards Montmartre for more enjoyment. Other ideas are to climb the steps to the Sacré-Cœur and get a photograph in front of the Louvre Pyramid.

One good idea may be to visit the places for sightseeing near to your university or accommodation on your first weekend. For instance, if you are living in a student accommodation near Pantheon-Sorbonne University then you can visit the places such as Chapelle de la Sorbonne, Fresque Germaine Tillion, La Sorbonne, La Statue d'Auguste Comte, and more.

Try the Delicacies

Your visit to Paris will be believed as incomplete if you haven’t tried French delicacies. Freshly baked croissants and pain au chocolat from boulangeries and patisseries can be found across the city. Cheese, bread, and Normandy butter can be found in the majority of restaurants in Paris. You can taste many other dishes in Paris according to your choices.

Visit a Marchė aux Puces (Flea Market)

There are many Marchė aux puces (flea markets) in Paris where you can go if you want to visit some places to do shopping. It is not hidden from anyone that shopping is a favorite activity for many students. A number of students like to do shopping first when they get time after reaching Paris. The weekend is the perfect time for them for this purpose.

Paris is Les Puces de Cligancourt is one of the largest and most famous flea markets in Paris. But, there are some more markets that you can visit such as the Marchė aux Puces de la Pore de Vanves and the Marchė aux Puces de Montreuil.

Flea markets are considered a great way to do shopping within the budget. These flea markets make a perfect morning activity during the weekends.

Enjoy Cultural Activities

Paris is known as a hub of cultural activities. Fashion, art, music, history, and more are widely popular in Paris. During a weekend trip to Paris, it is a perfect idea to visit one of the cultural houses. A few popular names of the cultural houses in the city include Palais de Tokyo, Musėe des Arts Dėcoratifs, The Centre Pompidou, Louvre Museum, and Musėe d’Orsay.

But, before going to the cultural houses, you need to double-check the opening and closing dates of exhibitions and galleries.

See and Buy the Books at Parisian Bookstore “Shakespeare”

The Parisian bookstore named after the famous playwright “Shakespeare” can also be a perfect destination to visit for the students, especially the book lover students.

After buying enough books according to your tastes, you will find yourself in the shadow of Notre Dame. You are very close to the river and you will find a perfect place to get lost in the books and enjoy the city.

Watch the Clocks

There are some incredibly astonishing watches in Paris, many of which can be seen in some major monuments in the city. The oldest clock in the city can be found on the Conciergerie on Île de la Cité. This clock dates back to 1371. Besides, you can check out one significant clock at the Musėe d’Orsay.

Final Thoughts

The aforementioned ones are a few activities that you can do on your weekends. In addition to all this, you also have a lot to do in your place for accommodation. Many properties comprise cinema, gym, games room, swimming pool, basketball & volleyball courts, etc., which may also provide you a lot of stuff to do.

It is for sure that you will get amazing experiences in Paris on most of the weekends.