Frommer's Paris 2026 - (Complete Guide) 11th Edition by Anna Brooke (Paperback)

About the Book

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by AI, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We employ the best local experts to author our guides, like longtime Paris resident Anna E. Brooke. In this innovative, easy-to-carry, itinerary-based guide she shows readers how to see the best of the City of Lights in the smartest, most time-efficient way.

Book Synopsis

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by AI, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We employ the best local experts to author our guides, like longtime Paris resident Anna E. Brooke. In this innovative, easy-to-carry, itinerary-based guide she shows readers how to see the best of the City of Lights -- in the smartest, most time-efficient way.

Insider lists of the city's highlights:

Local knowledge on the best places to eat, shop, and stay and how to avoid tourist traps. No entity has paid to be in this guide--or any Frommer's guide. At Frommer's, we pride ourselves on decades of journalistic integrity.
Detailed maps marked with attractions, hotels, restaurants, and Métro stops
Exact pricing for hotels, restaurants, attractions, tours so that there's never any guessing
Invaluable advice about what you'll need to reserve in advance, and what time of day to visit the top sights in order to avoid crowds
Full-color Paris Métro map
Fun, self-guided walking tours spanning the city, with maps
A chapter of useful phrases including a pronunciation guide
Fascinating and easy-to-read background on the culture, history and art of the City of Light
Picks in all price categories, so you can splurge or be frugal, using the Frommer's star rating system
Full section on suggested side-trips to Giverny, Versailles, Disneyland Paris, and more
Helpful planning advice for getting there, getting around, getting the best price on lodgings, and getting the most from your trip
PLUS! A handy pull-out, indexed map of Paris

About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Review Quotes

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• "One of the most recognized guidebook brands in the world, Frommer's influence on the traveling public over the past seven decades has been profound. More than 75 million guidebooks bearing the Frommer name have been sold since the mid-1950s." - Travel Weekly Magazine
• "It has been decades since I got my start as a travel writer, writing for Frommer's during my years living in Florence, but in my eyes they remain an unwavering go-to source and last word for any of the countless destinations they cover today. I've consulted them more times than I can remember and have never once been disappointed. Am so happy to see that Pauline Frommer and her cracker-jack team continue the enduring legacy of her father Arthur Frommer." - Patricia Schultz, author "1000 Places to See Before You Die"
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• Over the years, and as a traveler always looking to get the most out of my travel budget, I have come to rely on Frommer's guidebooks as my first resource for how I want to shape a trip. I use these guides to set high-level itineraries and develop a broad-strokes list of things I want to see and do most.
• Three factors that set Frommer's apart:

1. Budget-friendly recommendations: Frommer's guidebooks provide a wide range of budget-friendly recommendations. Expect information for affordable accommodations, dining options, and attractions. They also offer money-saving tips to help you stretch your travel budget.
2. Practical information: Frommer's guidebooks are known for their practical and detailed information. They contain everything you need to plan your trip efficiently, from transportation to multiple sample itinerary options.
3. Local insights: Frommer's guidebooks include insights and recommendations from local experts, helping you experience a destination like a local. This unique perspective will enhance your travel experience. - Gather + Go Travel Magazine

About the Author

Anna E. Brooke relocated from her native Britain to Paris in 2000 and hasn't looked back since. She is now a full-fledged bohemian, juggling life between freelance travel writing (Frommer's, Sunday New York Times Travel, Time Out Paris and the Financial Times), children's fiction, acting and songwriting for film.