What to see in Paris

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Eiffel Tower

At a height of 324 meters, the Eiffel Tower is an iconic symbol of modernity that stands proudly as the tallest human-made structure in the world. Constructed for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair), the Tower was met with opposition...
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Musee du Louvre

Witnessing the grandeur of the Louvre, with its glass pyramid and exquisite façade, is an experience like no other. As one of the world's most visited museums, the Louvre houses an incredible collection of works of art and artisanship from across...
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Notre Dame

Although the interior of this stunning example of French Gothic architecture is off-limits to visitors since the devastating fire of April 2019, its grand exterior – with its two enduring towers and flying buttresses – has not diminished in...
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Arc de Triomphe

The Étoile roundabout, where swirling cars can be seen from the top of the magnificent 1836 monument to Napoléon's victory at Austerlitz (1805), is arguably one of Europe's most chaotic traffic spots. This intricately sculpted triumphal arch,...
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Avenue des Champs-Élysées

A visit to Paris would not be complete without walking along the majestic and verdant Champs-Élysées. Inspired by the Elysian Fields from Greek mythology, this iconic boulevard was built in the 17th century and is an integral part of the historic...
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Parc de Bagatelle

The romanticism of the Parc Monceau is unparalleled. It was developed from a bet between Marie-Antoinette and the Count of Artois in 1775, and it showcases a stunning array of flora - with irises blooming in May, roses during the summer months...
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Quai de Bourbon

A picnic on the quai

The Quai de Bourbon was built in between 1614 and 1646, and named for the royal family Bourbon. Named the 'Dock of the Republic' between 1792 and 1814, the quai is one of the favorite places for locals to stroll and to...
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Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre (Sacre-Coeur)

Since its construction in 1875, Sacré-Cœur has been a reminder of the political tension between the Catholic conservative party and the secular republicans of the time. Following the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune, the basilica was...
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Berges de Seine

The new banks along the Seine

A project launched at the initiative of the city of Paris, the Berges de Seine transform the urban landscape over 2.3 km along the left bank of the Seine, connecting 5 major bridges of Paris, from Musée...
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Sacré Coeur

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Paris

Work on this enormous mock Romano-Byzantine edifice began in 1877. It was commissioned after the nation's defeat by Prussia in 1870, voted for by the Assemblée Nationale and built from...
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Musée d'Orsay

The Musée d’Orsay, only a 10-minute walk from the famous Louvre museum, houses a spectacular collection of artwork and is renowned for its incredible array of impressionist and postimpressionist pieces. The walls of the Musée d’Orsay are brightly...
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Montparnasse Tower

From this iconic 1973 office block, admire breathtaking views of the city skyline. Ride the speedy elevator up to the indoor observatory on the 56th floor for a multimedia experience. For a panoramic view, make your way up the stairs to the...
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Montmartre area

A favorite neighborhood

Clustered on Paris's tallest hill around the sugary white Sacré Coeur, Montmartre is famous for its cabarets (Moulin Rouge, Le Chat noir, Lapin Agile) and bistros, and its narrow streets and stairways. The...
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Jardin des Tuileries

The historic Tuileries Garden, measuring 28 hectares, is a stunning formal park designed in 1664 by André Le Nôtre, architect of the famed gardens at Versailles. With its fountains, ponds, sculptures, and fashionable atmosphere, it quickly became...
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Hotel de Ville

The Paris Town Hall suffered severe destruction during the 1871 Paris Commune, but was rebuilt in a magnificent neo-Renaissance style between 1874 and 1882. Its impressive façade showcases 108 statues of famous Parisians, and the complimentary...
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Jardin du Luxembourg

The Luxembourg Gardens in Paris is a beloved inner-city oasis of formal terraces, chestnut groves, and lush lawns. Napoleon dedicated the 23 hectares of the Luxembourg Gardens to the children of Paris, making it a great place for families to...
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Musée National d'Art Moderne (Centre Pompidou)

Centre Pompidou is renowned not only for its impressive collection of modern and contemporary art, but also for its architecturally radical design. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Paris from the rooftop. Inside, the Musée National d’Art...
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Place de la Concorde

Today, Place de la Concorde is one of the major landmarks of Paris, with its obelisk and the fountains which decorate the square. When you stand in Place de la Concorde, Paris spreads out around you with views of the iconic Eiffel Tower, the...
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La Madeleine

Temple to the glory of Napoleon's army

L'Église de la Madeleine was designed as a classical temple to the glory of Napoleon's army. Built in Neo-Classical style, the church has 52 Corinthian columns, each 20 meters high.

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Le Marais

A beautiful and historic district in Paris

One would never know that the piece of earth Le Marais is located on was at one time a swamp. Before the French Revolution it was a center of high culture until it fell into great disrepair. ...
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Hôtel Gaillard

Historic landmark, and future museum complex

Inspired by the stunning architecture of Château de Blois and Château de Gien, Hôtel Gaillard is one of Jules Février's masterpieces. The building, erected between 1878 and 1882 was designed...
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Cathédrale Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky de Paris

An Orthodox church you must see

The Cathédrale Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky de Paris (Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky in Paris) is a Russian Orthodox church, and the first permanent place of worship for the Russian Orthodox community in...
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Église Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre

One of the oldest churches in Paris

Église Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, a Melkite Greek Catholic Church, can be found on the left bank of the Seine, in the Latin Quarter. The church is one of the oldest in Paris, built between 1170 and...
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Église Saint-Séverin

This 15th century Gothic church underwent a major renovation, and features one of Paris' oldest bells cast in 1412. Additionally, the seven modern stained-glass windows depicting the seven sacraments were designed by Jean René Bazaine in 1970.
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Église Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois

Situated at the eastern end of the Louvre, this parish church dates back to between the 13th and 16th centuries. It is built in a combination of Gothic and Renaissance styles, and has similar measurements and layout to that of Notre Dame. As...
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Tour Saint-Jacques

Located just north of place du Châtelet, St James Tower stands at 54m tall, remaining as the only remnant of the 1523 Église St-Jacques la Boucherie, created by the powerful butchers guild to serve as a starting point for pilgrims beginning their...
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Parc André-Citroën

The iconic André Citroën car manufacturing plant, founded in the 15e district of Paris in 1915, closed its doors in the 1970s. Today, this 14-hectare urban park has replaced the now-vacated site, offering its visitors a forward-thinking green...
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Parc Georges-Brassens

Parc Georges Brassens, a 7.74 hectare park named for the iconic French singer-songwriter and poet who lived nearby, features lush lawns and gardens adorned with roses and medicinal and aromatic plants that surround a large central pond. The...
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Les Invalides

Surrounded by 500m-long Esplanade des Invalides lawns, Hôtel des Invalides was built in the 1670s by Louis XIV to provide lodging for the 4000 invalides (disabled war veterans). On 14 July 1789, a crowd forced their way into the building and made...
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Rue des Trois Frères

Amelie's favorite

The Rue des Trois Frères plays an important role in the movie Amélie. You will find her grocery store, La Maison Colignon, on number number 56. The store still exists and the owner kept the sign there. He also sells...
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Lamarck – Caulaincourt metro

Amélie's station

The Lamarck – Caulaincourt metro station is a beautiful station with a double staircase. This is where Amélie leads a blind man when she's on her way to her lover.

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Sainte-Chapelle

Sainte-Chapelle is Paris' oldest and finest Gothic monument with its dazzling 1242–48 stained glass. It is renowned for its stained-glass windows, holy relics, concerts and history. Built within the 13th-century Palais de Justice (Law Courts),...
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Les Catacombes

Les Catacombes ossuary in Paris is renowned for its gruesome and ghostly atmosphere, yet continues to captivate visitors. The history of these underground tunnels dates back to 1785, when they were used to store the exhumed bones of corpses from...
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Champ de Mars

Beginning in the 18th century, the Champ de Mars was used as a parade ground for the cadets of the École Militaire, a French-classical building located at the southeastern edge of the park. Notable alumni include Napoléon Bonaparte. Nowadays,...
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Musee Rodin

Visiting the renowned art museum, the Hôtel Biron, is worthwhile even for those who are not art lovers. Auguste Rodin, a sculptor, painter, sketcher, engraver, and collector, bequeathed his entire collection to the French state in 1908, with the...
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Jardin des Plantes

Established in 1626 as a medicinal garden for Louis XIII, Paris' 24-hectare botanic gardens – with its double alley of plane trees defining the park – is a tranquil spot to take a leisurely stroll, enjoy a picnic (beware of the automatic...
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Stade de France

Home of the France national teams

Stade de France is the national stadium of France. The all-seater stadium has a capacity of some 75,000, which makes it the sixth largest stadium in Europe. The France national football team and French...
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Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais

A Century old museum focusing on French art

The Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais is one of Paris’ most popular venues because of its very distinctive architectural construction. It was built over 100 years ago when Paris was host to...
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Saint-Germain-des-Pres

The 11th century Romanesque St Germanus of the Fields stands as Paris' oldest church and was the city's primary place of worship until Notre Dame's arrival. Over the centuries, it has undergone multiple changes, with Chapelle de St-Symphorien,...
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Montmartre Cemetery (Cimetiere Montmartre)

Opened in 1825, the 11-hectare cemetery of Père Lachaise is the final resting place of many famous people, including writers Émile Zola (now in the Panthéon), Alexandre Dumas fils and Stendhal, composers Jacques Offenbach and Hector Berlioz,...