Destination Duel: Paris vs. London

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Often at the top of travel itineraries, London and Paris entice visitors with all the fine things human civilization can offer - art, fashion, food, literature, history, and much more. Each millennium-old capital offers a plethora of world-class museums, from the Louvre to the National Gallery, delectable cuisine, easy-to-use public transit, and must-see sights. So, which city is the superior trip destination? Join the Monday Night Travel team for an evening of travel jousting as they debate this complex question while sharing numerous travel tips. Then we'll ask you, our fellow travelers, to cast your vote! #RickSteves #MondayNightTravel
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[@stefanies6340]

Great debate! Both are lovely but Paris has my vote

[@PhilFeedback]

Picky people prefer Paris. I’ve been to both places and I prefer Paris. I’ve seen almost all of the Paris sites. 😊

[@janiekcarney5482]

London is so spread out. It’s hard to see the sights. Paris is beautiful in the main areas. Like a dream. Excellent food.

[@lisadawn5542]

LONDON!!! Except for cuisine - that’s definitely Paris.

[@janiekcarney5482]

I’ll never go back to London again because the people were rude and hateful. Th French have a reputation for being rude but I have gone to France three times and no one was rude. I was respectful and tried a little French which they appreciated the effort. Everyone speaks English in the city.

[@davidpaul3821]

London gets my vote.

[@angelshepherd4655]

Paris

[@kverhulst]

My favorite Monday night show so far! 11/10. More of these dueling city shows, please-- even though it's difficult for to imagine any show topping this one.

[@gregturley35]

I like both there are some advantages each have! Food I would give to Paris, museums I would say is a tie, I would give London the advantage for safety Paris has pickpocketing problems and from a cultural perspective I would say Paris. Paris feels more like a French city London feels more like an international city. If you want to go to an English city go to York. I would say cruising the seine is better then the themes!

[@mitzy123]

Live in Belgium, have visited both many many times it's not even a competition. London exceeds on all levels maybe apart from food

[@angramainyu2261]

Tough call. Paris doesn't have the English, but London doesn't have the French. Hard to say which exclusion makes for a more pleasant experience.

[@Headed_Out_Again]

This video compares apples versus oranges. A fairer comparison would have been Paris versus Rome.

[@brianboyd1239]

Hey Rick and Rick's team! Happy Holidays!!! I really enjoyed your destination duel Paris vs London. Very interesting and awesome new photos. Maybe do other cities comparing each of them, that'd be cool!

[@POUNDCAKEMMM]

Saying the history in London is tangible makes me laugh.

[@carrielentz6549]

Wow, what a great episode!!! Fantastic job to all 4 debaters!! As someone who has yet to travel to Paris or London, I found this episode very informative. I would love to see more destination duels.

[@normaanderson8352]

London

[@samarboban1621]

London in all its glory is absolutely the BEST ❤

[@phxdlvrydrvr2000]

It's definitely London.

[@yaowsers77]

lol so what i'm hearing is that i could spend less time in paris because it's more condensed (i don't feel the need to visit museums) if i have 10 days!

[@allanmurphy5273]

And London has Abbey Road!

[@jme104]

"But I still find cuisine in London to be superior " LOL . After hearing that inepsy I just have to quit .Bye .

[@chewie1644]

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[@angramainyu2261]

French cuisine is overrated trash. London's advantage here is because non-Anglos open restaurants that have nothing to do with English 'cuisine' . Really quite simple.

[@SFSDFR75]

I want to saw so much! But I’ll keep my opinion short. London is a great town, until you make the mistake of comparing it to Paris, then it just looks like a sprawling disappointment. Paris is the standard for so much, so be careful what you compare her to. I will also agree with another comment, I do find Londoners to be almost deliberately rude. Also, the argument that London is better because they speak English. Lol! Who do they work for!

[@hennievanheerden1884]

Sound problem

[@didierjacob250]

...A partir de 1066, bataille d' asting, les ducs de normandie sont montés sur le trone d' angleterre ,, ils ont construit églises et cathédrales, notament la tour de Londres . L' abbaye actuelle de Westminster battie sur ancienne église, terminée en 1269 n' est donc pas plus ancienne que NotreDame....

[@sleepyatdawn7648]

Só according to your poll London won most categories, but Paris won overall? odd