Lonely Planet Paris Travel Guide, 15th Edition

Edition: Lonely Planet Paris is a 360-page English-language travel guide for planning a city visit and day trips. It pairs itineraries, local recommendations and maps with practical travel information, including a pull-out map. The listing describes broad neighbourhood coverage, so this is aimed at trip planning rather than a compact, sights-only guide.

At a glance

Itineraries include day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions.
The listing says a pull-out Paris map is included alongside detailed maps and photography.
Coverage includes major Paris districts and day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Fontainebleau and Auvers-sur-Oise.
Practical sections cover transport, arrival, local etiquette, useful phrases, accessibility and responsible travel.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines sightseeing coverage with planning advice on food, accommodation, shopping, nightlife and festivals.
The listed neighbourhood and day-trip range can help readers build a broader itinerary beyond central landmarks.
Includes LGBTQ+ travel advice and information on accessibility.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Lonely Planet
Edition	15th
Publication date	12 Mar. 2026
Language	English
Print length	360 pages
ISBN-13	978-1838698621

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions	13.34 x 1.91 x 19.69 cm
Weight listed	406 g

What to know before buying

This is a substantial 360-page guide rather than a pocket-format option. The listed weight is 406 g, which may matter if carrying it throughout the day.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Travellers planning a multi-day Paris visit who want neighbourhood coverage, itinerary ideas and practical trip-planning information.
Readers interested in pairing major sights with local culture, walking routes and nearby day trips.

Less suited to

Travellers who want only a small, lightweight guide focused on a short list of top sights.
Readers looking for a guide in a language other than English.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 12 ratings

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4 stars13%13%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars0%0%
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The listing provides aggregate ratings but no customer-comment summary. The overall rating distribution is mostly in the five-star category, with some lower ratings, but the small sample and absence of comments do not show what readers liked or disliked. That evidence cannot establish the accuracy or usefulness of the guide's itineraries and maps.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of trip planning does this guide support?

The listing describes suggested itineraries, walking tours, activity-led excursions and day trips, alongside advice on transport, arrival and local etiquette.

Does it include a map?

Yes. The listing specifies detailed maps and a pull-out map of Paris.

Which areas and day trips does it cover?

Listed areas include districts from Montmartre and Le Marais to the Latin Quarter and Montparnasse. Day trips include Versailles, Chartres, Fontainebleau and Auvers-sur-Oise.

What language is the guide in?

The listed language is English.