Paris is a city filled with history, art, and magic on every corner. Paris is a city filled with history, art, and magic on every corner. From the winding streets of Montmartre to the grand Champs-Élysées, each neighborhood has a story. The medieval lanes of the Latin Quarter contrast with the modern shops near the Eiffel Tower. With over 100 museums, 400 parks and gardens, and world‑famous cafés on nearly every block, Paris invites you to explore at your own pace. To enjoy your time here, visit popular sites in the morning to avoid crowds. Lunchtime offers tasty street food stalls. Early evenings are perfect for seeing the light change on the Seine. The metro is quick and cheap. Taxis and private vans give you door-to-door comfort. This is great if you have luggage, are traveling with family, or just want to explore the city in style. Whether this is your first visit or your tenth, these ten spots should be at the top of your list. Ready to explore? Let’s go!
Eiffel Tower
No trip to Paris is complete without seeing the Eiffel Tower. Standing 324 meters tall, it lights up in twinkling gold every hour after sunset. If you’re brave, take the glass‑floor elevator to the second level for a view straight down—your stomach might flip, but the panorama of Paris is worth it. For the best photos, head to the Trocadéro Gardens across the Seine, where you can capture the entire tower framed by fountains.
Louvre Museum
Home to the world‑famous Mona Lisa, the Louvre is the largest art museum on Earth. Inside its glass pyramid entrance, you’ll find over 35,000 artworks, from Egyptian mummies to Napoleon’s coronation robes. Plan at least three hours—if not a full day—to wander the grand halls. Tip: pick one section to focus on so you don’t get overwhelmed. And don’t miss the Winged Victory of Samothrace, a soaring statue at the top of a grand staircase.
Notre‑Dame Cathedral
Although it’s undergoing careful restoration, Notre‑Dame still welcomes visitors to admire its soaring Gothic arches and famous rose windows. Walk around its exterior to spot the carved gargoyles that guard the stone walls. Nearby, climb the Tour Saint‑Jacques for a small fee and enjoy a hidden garden at its base. If you time your visit right, you can hear a choir rehearsal that echoes through the nave—a hauntingly beautiful experience.
Montmartre & Sacré‑Cœur
Perched on a hill in northern Paris, Montmartre was once an artists’ village where Picasso and Van Gogh lived. Today, its winding streets are lined with art studios and cozy cafés. At the top sits the white Basilica of Sacré‑Cœur, whose steps offer one of the best free views over the city. Stay for sunset—the sky often turns pink over Paris rooftops. Afterwards, explore the Place du Tertre, where local painters will sketch your portrait.
Champs‑Élysées & Arc de Triomphe
Known as “the world’s most beautiful avenue,” the Champs‑Élysées stretches from the Place de la Concorde up to the Arc de Triomphe. Window-shop in chic boutiques or grab a crêpe from a street vendor. Then climb 284 steps to the top of the Arc for a 360° view of Paris’s grand boulevards radiating out like spokes on a wheel. Don’t forget to visit at night, when the avenue is lit up and the Arc glows against the dark sky.
Sainte‑Chapelle
Tucked inside the medieval Palais de la Cité, Sainte‑Chapelle is a hidden gem of stained glass. Its two levels are covered in six hundred square meters of colorful windows depicting scenes from the Bible. On a sunny day, the sunlight turns the interior into a kaleidoscope of reds, blues, and golds. To avoid crowds, visit early in the morning or buy a combined ticket with the nearby Conciergerie.
Luxembourg Gardens
For a peaceful break, head to the Luxembourg Gardens in the heart of the Latin Quarter. These 25‑hectare gardens include a large pond where children sail toy boats, colorful flowerbeds, and shady tree‑lined promenades. Look for the Medici Fountain, a baroque masterpiece perfect for photos. You can also rent a green metal chair and simply watch Parisians play chess or read under the trees—an ideal Parisian afternoon.
Musée d’Orsay
Housed in a former railway station, the Musée d’Orsay showcases art from 1848–1914, including an extensive collection of Impressionist masterpieces. See Monet’s water lilies, Renoir’s dancers, and Van Gogh’s self‑portrait up close. The clock faces framing the Seine make for a dreamy photo spot. Plan your visit on a Thursday evening when the museum stays open late, and crowds are smaller.
Seine River Cruise
One of the best ways to see Paris’s monuments is from the water. A Seine river cruise glides past the Eiffel Tower, Notre‑Dame, and the Louvre while a guide explains the history. Choose a daytime lunch cruise or an evening dinner cruise under the twinkling lights. Either way, you’ll gain a new appreciation for how the city grew up on both banks of the river—and you’ll get some stunning photos.
Palace of Versailles
A short trip from Paris, the Palace of Versailles is a world apart from the city’s streets. Wander through the Hall of Mirrors, where grand balls once dazzled kings and queens, and explore the vast gardens filled with statues, fountains, and hidden groves. Rent a bike or golf cart to cover more ground. Don’t miss the Trianon Palaces and Marie‑Antoinette’s private hamlet—a fairytale village built for the queen.
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