5Dazzling Christmas Lights and Decorations
Paris truly lives up to its nickname, “City of Light,” during the Christmas season. Streets across the city, from grand avenues to small cobbled lanes, are decked out in shimmering lights, elegant garlands, and festive displays. One of the most famous spots for Christmas lights is the Champs-Élysées, where the trees are wrapped in glittering decorations that create a stunning corridor of lights leading up to the Arc de Triomphe. In other areas, like the Place Vendôme and Boulevard Haussmann, you’ll find even more elaborate light displays, along with chic storefronts showcasing festive scenes in their windows.
One must-see stop for holiday decorations is the Galeries Lafayette, the iconic department store. Each year, Galeries Lafayette unveils a massive, beautifully decorated Christmas tree under its stained-glass dome, along with themed window displays that captivate visitors of all ages. This is the perfect place to marvel at French creativity in Christmas decor and snap some truly Instagram-worthy photos.
