Author Description

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.