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What to Pack for Paris

Paris is a city of long walks, unpredictable rain, and pickpocket hotspots. Here is what our editors always bring.

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Must-Have Items for Paris

These are the items our editors consider essential for Paris. Each comes with a specific note on why it matters for this city.

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EU Power Adapter — Type C/E (2-Pack)

Slim, lightweight adapter for France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and most of continental Europe. Two-pack means you can charge your phone and laptop simultaneously. Much smaller than a universal adapter if you are only visiting Europe.

★★★★★ 45,600 sold

$9.99 $16.99

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France uses Type C/E outlets. Your US/UK plugs will not work without this adapter. Two-pack recommended so you can charge phone and laptop simultaneously.

RFID-Blocking Travel Wallet

Blocks wireless card skimming while keeping your passport, cards, and boarding passes organized in one slim wallet. Essential in European cities where contactless pickpocketing is a real (if overblown) concern. Fits in your front pocket.

★★★★★ 41,200 sold

$15.99 $27.99

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Paris is notorious for pickpockets, especially on Metro Line 1 and around the Eiffel Tower. An RFID wallet keeps your cards and passport secure in your front pocket.

Packable Rain Jacket — Ultralight

Folds into its own pocket to the size of a grapefruit. Fully waterproof with sealed seams, but breathable enough that you do not turn into a sauna. We have tested this in London drizzle and Bangkok downpours — it handles both brilliantly.

★★★★★ 34,600 sold

$28.99 $49.99

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Paris gets rain year-round, and even summer showers can catch you off guard. A packable jacket saves the day without taking up luggage space.

Anti-Theft Crossbody Sling Bag

Slash-proof straps, hidden zippers that sit against your body, and RFID-blocking pocket. Fits your phone, wallet, and passport without looking like a tourist money belt. Our top recommendation for cities with aggressive pickpockets.

★★★★★ 29,800 sold

$26.99 $44.99

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The Sacre-Coeur steps, Trocadero, and crowded Metro stations are prime pickpocket zones. A slash-proof crossbody bag lets you relax and enjoy the city.

Compression Packing Cubes (6-Piece Set)

These double-zipper compression cubes cut your clothing volume in half. Our editors swear by them for carry-on-only trips — you can fit a week of clothes into a weekend bag. The mesh panel lets you see contents without unzipping everything.

★★★★★ 42,500 sold

$18.99 $34.99

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Paris is a fashion city — you will want outfit options. Compression cubes help you pack more in a carry-on without looking like a wrinkled mess.