First if you are trying to get the best out of a frenchman, using a few simple words in their own language works wonders. A simple ‘bonjour’ can really make the difference if you need to stop and ask for directions.

A lot of people say avoid the area around the champs elysee, but as long as you can handle the crowd it’s well worth the visit. Watch out for the roads though.

I loved the Trocadéro personally. The view of the Palais de Chaillot and the Eiffel Tower is amazing. Oh, and the Jardin de Luxembourg is always worth a visit on a sunny afternoon.