The Marche des Fiertés LGBT+ is Paris's annual Pride march, one of the largest in Europe, drawing over 700,000 participants and spectators. It has taken place annually since 1977 and is organised by InterLGBT, a coalition of LGBTQ+ associations. The march winds through central Paris and ends with celebrations in the city centre, typically followed by parties throughout Le Marais.

The march begins at Place de la République and follows a route through central Paris, ending near Place de la Bastille. Le Marais, particularly Rue des Archives and Rue du Temple, is the heart of the post-march celebrations, with bars and terraces packed well into the night. Staying in the Marais or nearby puts you at the centre of the action.

Accommodation books up fast for Pride weekend, particularly anything in or near Le Marais. Book hotels and flights as early as possible, and secure dinner reservations for Pride Saturday well ahead of time — popular venues fill up weeks in advance. Arriving a day early gives you time to explore the city before the main march.

Paris is served by Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORY), both well connected from across Europe and internationally. Eurostar runs direct trains from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord in around two hours and fifteen minutes — one of the most convenient and low-carbon ways to travel from the UK. The RER B runs from CDG to central Paris in around 35 minutes.