Overview
Paris is a city of 10,000 people (2019) in Western Tennessee. Visitors come to see the 70-foot (21 m) replica of the Eiffel Tower and for the "World's Biggest Fish Fry."
4 sights · 3 things to do · 7 places to eat · 8 places to stay
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Best things about Paris
Eiffel Tower Park
A city park featuring a 1:20 scale replica of the original tower. Constructed by engineering students at Christian Brothers University and donated to the city in 1992.
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge
See waterfowl and a range of forested and open water landscapes along the Kentucky River. The visitor center at this address is a good place to start.
Krider Performing Arts Center
Music and comedy. Also organizes summer concerts in Eiffel Tower Park.
Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
In spite of the somewhat galling name, this park offers the opportunity to experience Kentucky Lake and the Tennessee River Folklife Interpretive Center. It is named after a Confederate general who became the first Grand…
Paris Henry County Heritage Center
Covers the history of Henry County and environs and is a large estate.
Patsy Cline Memorial
Marks the site where the country western star and several of her contemporaries perished in a plane crash in 1963. There is not much here, but for the ardent fans it may mean a lot.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 27°F. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PAH Barkley Regional Airport, Paducah — 58 mi away. Directions
- MKL McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport, Jackson — 59 mi away. Directions
- BNA Nashville International Airport, Nashville — 93 mi away (major hub). Directions
US 79 provides access from the east and west. US 641 is the primary route from the north and south.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Eiffel Tower Park, Krider Performing Arts Center, Paris Henry County Heritage Center
- Lunch The Golden Dragon
- Afternoon Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge, World's Biggest Fish Fry
- Dinner Trolinger's
Day 2
- Morning Patsy Cline Memorial
- Lunch El Vallarta
- Afternoon Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
- Dinner The Fresh Market Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
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Understand
Paris is the county seat of Henry County, Tennessee. It is near the shore of Kentucky Lake and the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.
Between about 1970 and 1990, Paris became the center of the Old Beachy Amish. Beachy Amish from different regions moved there to maintain their traditional ways. Because of internal conflicts, most Old Beachy Amish left the region in the early 1990s and had completely vacated it by 2000.
Local companies manufacture brakes, small electric motors, aftermarket auto parts, metal doors, rubber parts and school laboratory furniture.
Get in
US 79 provides access from the east and west. US 641 is the primary route from the north and south.
See
See Patsy Cline Memorial
Marks the site where the country western star and several of her contemporaries perished in a plane crash in 1963. There is not much here, but for the ardent fans it may mean a lot.
Do
Do Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
In spite of the somewhat galling name, this park offers the opportunity to experience Kentucky Lake and the Tennessee River Folklife Interpretive Center. It is named after a Confederate general who became the first Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan. Camping and cabins are available.
Eat
Eat The Golden Dragon
A Chinese restaurant.
Eat Trolinger's
BBQ, deli, and butcher shop.
Drink
Henry County is a wet county.
Sleep
Go next
- Paris Landing State Park
- Kentucky Lake
- Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
- Lake Barkley
Nearby
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City / town · 6 listings · 21 mi away
Dover
City / town · 4 listings · 30 mi away
Waverly
City / town · 6 listings · 33 mi away
Aurora
City / town · 12 listings · 34 mi away
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
Park · 11 listings · 36 mi away
Benton
City / town · 32 listings · 38 mi away
Union City
City / town · 7 listings · 41 mi away
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Park · 4 listings · 48 mi away
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