{"id":18922,"date":"2018-09-19T14:50:15","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T18:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=18922"},"modified":"2025-07-13T07:01:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T11:01:54","slug":"discover-paris-authentic-autumn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/19\/discover-paris-authentic-autumn\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Authentic Heart of Paris in Autumn"},"content":{"rendered":"
Updated on July 11th, 2025<\/strong><\/div>\n
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The stunning colors and lighter crowds of Paris in autumn will tempt you to come outdoors even as the temperatures drop. (Photo credit: Wieslawa Hoummada via FLICKR under CC BY 2.0<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Just as the explosive reds and oranges burst forth on the trees, autumn in Paris is when the city truly comes alive. As the summer season comes to a close, the swell of tourists and visitors dies down and locals return home to the heart of Paris to work and go to school. That being said, autumn is considered a great time to experience a truly authentic slice of Parisian life. The weather is mild and comfortable, airfare is cheapest from late September through November, and Paris comes to life with special events, one-of-a-kind art exhibitions, holiday celebrations and of course, the gorgeous backdrop of fall colors in some of the world\u2019s most beautiful gardens. If you\u2019re not yet in love with fall in the City of Lights, consider booking a furnished apartment in Paris to feel truly at home at this wonderful time of year.<\/p>\n

Indulge your senses at a more leisurely pace<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ride the carousel in Tuileries Garden and admire a brilliant blur of orange and yellow. (Photo credit: Valerii Tkachenko)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Fall in Paris allows visitors and locals alike a unique perspective on the city and a chance to absorb the city at a slower pace with fewer crowds. One of the best ways to do this is with a leisurely stroll through one of Paris\u2019s stunning parks<\/strong> or gardens<\/strong> to catch a glimpse of the beautiful foliage that fall brings! Visit Tuileries Garden<\/strong> for some of the best of Paris\u2019s fall colors; the garden is famous for its abundance of trees, manicured promenades, and beautiful sculptures that will make a perfect subject for photographs. You can even take a ride on the park\u2019s carousel, which will be a hit with the kids<\/a>. Another great park to visit is the Buttes Chaumont<\/strong>, which offers a slight departure from the groomed hedges and topiaries of traditional French gardens (and of course, is full of plenty of trees). And, to truly get away from it all, venture out to the fringes of the city and Butte Bergeyre<\/strong>, a quiet village overflowing with ivy and trees that is a best-kept secret among tourists and locals alike.<\/p>\n

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Rue du Cloitre in Paris is another scenic street to enjoy a cup of coffee. (Photo credit: S. Barry Lubman)<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Besides feasting your eyes on the fall colors as the temperatures drop in Paris, another great way to indulge in the city is by enjoying the last few days of mild weather before winter and sitting outdoors at one of Paris\u2019s many street-side cafes<\/strong>. Walk along Boulevard du Montparnasse<\/strong> or Rue de Buci<\/strong> in the 6th Arrondissement,<\/strong> or the historic district of Le Marais<\/strong> for some of the best traditional cafes, creperies and people-watching in the city. You can also consult our guide to the best cups of coffee in Paris<\/a> and find a quiet moment to enjoy a strong brew along your favorite Paris street.<\/p>\n