Top 15 Things To Do in Paris france
Welcome to Paris
When arriving in Paris, even first-timers feel at home because of the city's easily recognizable attractions, packed café terraces, and upscale shops. Three sights that are rarely omitted from itineraries are the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Louvre Museum. Add a Seine River boat, a walking tour of Montmartre, a supper show at the Moulin Rouge, and a day trip to the Palace of Versailles for extra. Nevertheless, despite its famous landscapes and cultural treasures, there is much to be said for seeing the City of Light like a local would, with unhurried trips to cafés, boulangeries, and the winding streets of the city's "arrondissements" (neighborhoods).
1.Eiffel Tower
Not only is the Eiffel Tower a symbol of Paris, but also of all of France. The 1,050-foot (320-meter) tower, built by Gustave Eiffel to mark the French Revolution's 100th anniversary in 1889, briefly held the record for tallest building in the world. The Burj Khalifa in Dubai and The Shard in London overshadow the Eiffel Tower, but it still ranks among the most well-known structures on the planet. View the landmark building from a distance or visit one of the three viewing floors for stunning cityscapes.
2.Louvre
The 35,000-strong Louvre museum in Paris is home to one of the biggest collections of paintings and sculptures in the world and is mostly known for Leonardo Da Vinci's renowned Mona Lisa. Millions of visitors arrive each year to the museum, which is marked by the modern glass Louvre Pyramid, to feast their eyes on works that date from antiquity to the 20th century.
3.Seine River
The River Seine is the lifeblood of Paris, serving as a border between the city's historically affluent and bohemian halves, as well as a means of transportation by riverboat and a popular location for romantic strolls. Its riverbanks are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to many of the city's most iconic structures, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Musée d'Orsay, the Jardin des Tuileries, and the
4.Notre Dame Cathedral
The Notre Dame Cathedral (Cathedrale de Notre Dame de Paris), a masterpiece of mediaeval architecture that was immortalised in Victor Hugo's classic novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame, is one of Paris' most recognisable landmarks, second only to the Eiffel Tower. From Ile de la Cite, an island in the midst of the Seine River, the Gothic grandeur and stained-glass windows of the UNESCO World Heritage site continue to rule supremely today. (UPDATE: Due to fire damage, Notre Dame Cathedral is temporarily inaccessible.)
5.Museum of Orsay (Musée d'Orsay)
The Orsay Museum (Musée d'Orsay) is famous for its impression, post-impressionist, and art nouveau paintings from 1848 to 1914, rivalling the Louvre as Paris' favourite art gallery. The museum's facade, a former Beaux-Arts train station with a prime site on the Seine River, is just as magnificent as what's within. This museum should be on the itinerary of everybody who enjoys architecture and the arts in Paris.
6.The Moulin Rouge
At the famous Moulin Rouge, brazen lighting, spectacular costumes, and loud music are to be expected. The windmill-cum-cabaret hall was inaugurated in the Belle Epoque of 1889 to commemorate the flourishing artistic scene in Paris and the end of the civil war. It has never ceased soaking up joy and frivolity. A memorable evening at the Moulin Rouge, a fixture of Parisian nightlife, should be on every traveler's France agenda.
7.Grand Palais
One of Paris' most stunning and recognised buildings is the Grand Palais. The architectural wonder, which made its debut in 1900 just in time for the World's Fair, is renowned for its enormous nave, Beaux-Arts design, and enormous glass ceiling. Today, the Grand Palais is home to a number of art spaces as well as important sporting events, Chanel fashion presentations, and other occasions.
8.Latin Quarter (Quartier Latin)
The Left Bank's Latin Quarter is a well-known and historic neighbourhood in Paris. Ernest Hemingway, Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and other revolutionaries previously frequented this vibrant, student-filled district, which is home to the major Sorbonne campus. Today, it stands out for its bustling cafés, hopping eateries, and iconic locations.
9.Pont Alexandre III
Pont Alexandre III, one of numerous bridges that span the Seine, was formally unveiled in 1900. It connects the Champs-Élysées and Grand Palais on the Right Bank with Invalides on the Left, making it a favourite artery for tour groups and amblers. It is often regarded as the city's most magnificent and lavish bridge.
10.Place de la Concorde
Place de la Concorde, the largest square in Paris, is located on the right side of the Seine River and is bordered by the picturesque Tuileries Garden and the opulent Champs-Élysées. Although the square once housed the horrific guillotines of the French Revolution, it is now best recognised for its spectacular monuments, opulent hotels, and exquisite fountains.
11.Avenue des Champs-Élysées
One of Paris' most iconic views and one of the most recognised avenues in the world, the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, is viewed from the top of the Arc de Triomphe. Visitors are drawn in by more than simply the beautiful architecture since the retail street is packed with upscale stores, hotels, and restaurants.
12.Montmartre
The 18th arrondissement of Paris's historic Montmartre district, which is crowned by the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, is renowned for its cobblestone streets, artistic history and present, and central hill. People come here to get their portraits drawn at Place du Tertre and to picture what life was like during the Belle Epoque, when artists like Dal, Renoir, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Picasso lived and worked in Montmartre.
13.Pont Neuf
The Pont Neuf, which was constructed in 1607 to link the banks of the Seine River to Ile de la Cite, is actually the oldest bridge in Paris, despite its name translating to "New Bridge" in English. Pont Neuf, once notorious for its shady street merchants and pickpockets in the 18th and 19th centuries, is today a calm pedestrian bridge that serves as a gathering spot for both tourists and locals.
14.Arc de Triomphe
The magnificent Arc de Triomphe, an instantly identifiable symbol of Paris, is located at the middle of Place Charles de Gaulle, where 12 of the major routes in the city meet. The Napoleon-commissioned monument honours all those who have served for France and commemorates military successes with high-relief statues of warriors brandishing swords and inscriptions listing generals and battles. The 284 stairs that go to the top of the arch provide stunning views of the entire city of Paris.
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