Camera and drone rental in Paris: where to film, what to rent

Paris is a filming destination at any time of day, but the light changes rapidly between the riverbanks, the rooftops, and the main thoroughfares. From the Eiffel Tower to the cobblestone streets of Montmartre and the Seine flowing east to west through the city, each neighborhood demands a different kind of camera. The city is best explored on foot or along the riverbanks, and each arrondissement retains its own unique light depending on the time of day. Here's how to find the best spots and choose the right equipment.

Where to film in Paris

These places appear in all successful videos about Paris, and for good reason.

• The Trocadero, facing the Eiffel Tower: the most direct view of the monument, with the Champ-de-Mars below. A GoPro Hero 12 Black captures the crowd and camera movements without blur.
• Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur: cobbled streets, staircases, unobstructed view over the rooftops. The DJI Osmo Pocket 4P fits in the hand and stabilizes each step.
• The quays of the Seine and the Alexandre III bridge: reflections on the water, passing boats, gilding of the bridge. A Insta360 X6 captures the bridge and its reflection in a single 360-degree shot.
• The Saint-Martin Canal: locks, cast iron footbridges, terraces. Good terrain for walking with a camera in hand.
• Les Buttes-Chaumont: hilly park, suspension bridge, view of the Sacré-Cœur in the distance. The terrain changes from the flatness of the quays.
• The Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées: a long, straight axis, very bright in the evening. Useful for a wide shot at the end of the day.
• The Luxembourg Gardens: wide avenues lined with linden trees, a central pond, green chairs arranged in a circle. A good place for a quiet stroll between two more lively visits.

Drones in Paris: what is allowed

Paris proper is a densely populated area: recreational flying is prohibited over gatherings of people and continuous urban zones. Major monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre are located in the heart of this continuous urban zone, and are therefore subject to the same regulations as the rest of the city. The city is also close to Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports, which adds further restricted areas. The maximum authorized altitude remains 120 meters, and the aircraft must remain within visual line of sight. Before any flight, consult the map.Geoportal for drone restrictionsThis is the official document. Our drones weigh less than 250 grams and are supplied with the required registration and supporting documentation. For a simple flight, it's best to leave the city limits and find an open space outside of Paris and its immediate suburbs. The regulations are the same from one district to another: it's best to wait until you're outside the ring road before taking off.