Date Added: July 05, 2013 08:06:32 PM

Gone are the days when Sundays in the city are mostly spent cooped up in their homes or Paris hotels in a restful slumber or doing something within their (owned, rented, or booked) dwellings, which allow them to relax. Nowadays, while Sunday is still a rest day in the country of France, there are more and more people out in the streets finding utmost relaxation and pleasure while doing what they want to do outdoors.

Planning an activity or two before going outside of your Paris hotel is a wise option to take to make the most out of the day. This city, which is among the global leaders for business and cultural centers (because of its rich influences in the arts, media, entertainment, politics, science, and education), has a lot of places that tourists can visit to fully enjoy their Sunday afternoon or evening. Here are some options that may be worth your while on this particular day:

Taste the City's Offers

While Paris hotel deals may offer you good food along with your hotel accommodation, you might be able to taste better cuisines outside of your hotel accommodation. For instance, classic and delicious dishes are offered at Benoît. While this place may be quite expensive for some tourists, their meals – with their delectable and tasty ingredients – are really worth it. Another good choice is the Chartier, which is also frequented by a lot of regulars and first-time visitors to the country.

Take on the Streets and Neighborhoods

Not all the best shops in the city are closed on a Sunday. In fact, lots of stores operate on this day. One of the most favored shops is the Carrousel du Louvre. It has a food court lined with fourteen restaurants. Major events and exhibits are also held there on an annual basis.

Aside from the Carrousel du Louvre, you can also go to the La Defense shopping center or the Les Quatre Temps. This huge place has over 200 shops, a large multiplex cinema, and a number of restaurants open to serve the public. Most of the shops within its premises are open from 11 am to 7 pm.

Flock to the Museums

The Le Musée des Arts et Métiers and the La Foundation Cartier are two best choices to go to when one wishes to go on a museum outing. Since most museums do not charge an entrance fee, it may be wise to go there on or before lunch time to avoid the crowds.

These activities are only some of the things that tourists can do to spend their Sunday afternoon or evening in Paris. There are more things that you can do outdoors on a rest day. With a budget and a strong enthusiasm to explore Paris, the many possible activities that you can do in the City of Lights can make your Sunday something to remember.