Facts:

• Paris is the 2nd most popular tourist destination in the world
• At least 30 million tourists yearly

Attractiveness:

• To visit historical landmarks → Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum (largest art museum in the world), Notre Dame Cathedral..
• Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Positive effects:

• Employment
  → approximately 3 million tourism-related jobs from a variety of industries: food, transport, housing, entertainment…
  → decreases unemployment
• Economic growth → Tourism sector is worth $36 billion USD
• Education on French culture

Negative effects:

• Congestion
  → Air and noise pollution from increased vehicle traffic
  → Affects local people from travelling
• Loss of housing for locals – accommodations are made for tourists, increasing rental prices for locals
• Tourism jobs are often too seasonal – not a stable, consistent source of income

Last updated: Apr 2025