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Before visiting a place, you always wonder which is the best time to go, especially famous cities like Paris. If this is the first time you go there, you may know that most of people say spring is the best. However, it’s based on your money, margin for big crowds, and centres of your interest, different time of year might be better for you.


Likewise, if you have been to Paris before, you might wonder whether a fall or winter visit will be worthwhile, given hearsays of cold, sorrowful conditions and sad locals. The truth, though, is far more nuanced-- the wintertime vacation season in Paris offers plenty of light and festivity, and in the fall, events like the Montmartre Wine Harvest bring the city to life in a unforgettable way.

Spring
Spring in Paris is really colorful with romantic many scenes . You can wander along the streets and pass by some cafe terrace culture in Paris. However there are also some disadvantages. For instance, it’s certainly that the fares for air and train will go up, you also have to book a hotel ahead. The big problem is there are a great deal of people queuing outside places and you may also suffer from high level of airborne pollen.

Summer
This is a great time for many festivals and big open-air events, many of which are free. You can relax with carefree and warm atmosphere. It make you feel like home. However, it seems to be more difficult to book travel tickets than any season and not only attractions but also public transport are frequently overcrowded. Your outdoor plan may be ruined because of rain and extreme heat.

Autumn

The advantage when going there at this season is low-priced travel tickets and reasonable cost for accommodation. Parisians also return to their business so the city embrace new energy. There are also some festive celebrations or fall foliage.
It may be cold and dark in late October and November and unpleasant for outdoor activities. Moreover, people here frequently exhibit Seasonal Affective Disorder syndromes which is not always a nice time in the city.

Winter
 It is like a magic in winter with holidays, festivals and decorations. If you like something romantic, it is the best time to go and also suitable for family trip too. You can have your own space with the city without any crowd.
The weather is definitely cold and occasionally rainy. Furthermore, a few Paris attractions or restaurants are closed because of low season. It’s also not good for outdoor activities.
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