Things to Do Near Paris's Gare Du Nord Station

Fall in love with the City of Lights in France's enchanting capital. If you're stopping over via Gare Du Nord then you're in luck, because there's so much to see and do just a stone's throw away from here. From Parisian comedy shows to River Seine dining – whatever layover time you have, read on for Klook's ultimate guide to the top attractions near Gare Du Nord station.

Klook tip: Leave your luggage at one of the station's lockers to keep your hands free as you stroll through Paris. Lockers located on floor -1 and can be accessed during specific opening hours so check ahead to ensure your luggage doesn't get locked in.

After a long train journey you might want to stretch your legs a little. What better way to do this than to take a 4.6 km walk along the banks of Canal Saint-Martin, which was once covered in the 19th century to create more public space.

Before leaving Gare Du Nord Station, be sure to drop off your bags on the ground floor with several concierge companies who can take care of them for you. If you're in a rush to get to the canal, Klook yourself a 4G WIFI pass so you can check out a map to the local area and start your day.

If you haven't had enough of exploring by foot, why not Klook a guided walking tour through the romantic streets of Montmartre? On this tour an English-speaking guide will show you the charming neighbourhoods known and loved by movie directors, where you'll see the buzzing Place du Tertre followed by a visit to Basilique du Sacre-Coeur. It's the highest point in the city so make sure to marvel over the views from the top of the steps and its plush-green gardens.

After a morning of discovering Paris's hidden treasures, you're probably going to be pretty peckish. Test your culinary skills in a cooking class followed by a market visit, where you can try classic national delicacies and refuel for the rest of your day. Create a scrumptious three-course meal with the help of a professional chef, accompanied by a glass of wine while you taste your own creations.

Ensure you secure your cooking class with a market visit for a real taste of French culture.

Arguably Paris' most popular landmark, the Eiffel Tower is certainly a sight to see on your visit. Standing at a whopping 300 metres, there are many reasons it's the most visited paid monument in the entire world. Marvel over panoramic views of Paris on a skip-the-line pass from Klook. Enjoy fast-track entry as you soar to the summit in a glass elevator to the top – an experience not made for the faint hearted!

Book your Eiffel Tower tickets on Klook for memories that'll last a lifetime.

No longer than an hour's journey from Gare du Nord via metro, the enchanting Palace of Versailles makes a great day trip from Paris. This magnificent building is home to the King's State Apartments and the dazzling Hall of Mirrors which was once home to the nation's kings and queens. The palace is renowned for having large and lengthy queues, so we'd recommend booking your Versailles skip-the-line tickets on Klook so you can jump into admiring French history as soon as you get there.

Klook fact: did you know there are over 100,000 gold leaves crafted into the monument's architecture?

Home to Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Louvre isn't just one of the world's leading art galleries but it's also the largest – home to famous masterpieces like the Seated Scribe, the Venus de Milo and the Virgin of the Rocks. With a guided tour you'll get to beat the queue to get in, followed by a 2.5 hour detailed tour through the museum. If you haven't had enough of the classic artworks, feel free to stay behind to further explore at your own pace once the tour is over.

Book your Louvre Museum skip-the-line guided tour and take advantage of prioritised entry.

If you've got some spare time before heading back to Gare du Nord, a dining cruise is always a good idea. With options to choose between lunch or dinner, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey along the glittering River Seine, where you can discover Parisian sights from a whole new perspective. Look out for the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Musée d'Orsay and the Grand Palais – all while you enjoy French flavours from a carefully curated menu.

Make your way through the waters of the capital and book your River Seine lunch or dinner cruise on Klook.

Looking for the perfect place to find Parisian souvenirs? Saint-Ouen's Flea Market is one of the world's largest flea markets – home to hidden stalls with unique gifts, artwork and antiques. If you're lucky you can find one-of-a-kind gifts to take home to your friends or loved ones, after haggling like a local for the very best price.

Speak to the local vendors and exchange stories on the Saint-Ouen Flea Market Tour on Klook.

What better way to roam the street of Paris than by bike? Visit the landmarks on a half-day bike tour, cycling past the Tuileries Garden, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre. Discover more of the capital's rich cultural history with your helpful guide who will tell you all there is to know as you ride along the cobbled city streets. A perk of this tour is that the groups stay small and intimate – so hopefully, you won't struggle to keep up!

For the most jaw-dropping views of them all, why not see the sights from above? Round off the trip with a helicopter tour, passing sites like Château de Versailles and the Montparnasse Tower all from an incomparable birds-eye view. Uncover even more French history and aviation knowledge with your helicopter pilot – and be sure to end your experience with some snaps outside the aircraft. Book your Paris Versailles helicopter tour on Klook for the very best ending.

Not sure how to go from one place to another? You can take the train for a comfortable and hassle-free experience. Here's a Eurail Pass for France that you can book and use. Another one that will be helpful for your trip is this Eurail Global Pass!

If you're planning to take the train or bus but you're not sure of the route, here's a train route in Europe that you can use as a guide and a bus route too that you can refer to!

For more epic tours and adventures, check out Klook's dedicated Paris page so you can start planning your next adventure!