City of Lights? City of Love? City of Aesthetic Beauty and Arts?
No matter how many names you call it, Paris will always be the perfect one.
From the Eiffel tower that everyone fell in love with, to the Seine River for the romanticizing lovers.
Come and unfold some of the best attractions that you can check and visit when you fly to Paris.
Here are the things that you can experience and explore in Paris:
- Top places you must visit in Paris
- Unmissable Hidden Gems in Paris
- Things you can do and experience on your trip
- Travel Tips for Paris
- AEROBILE E-SIM: YOUR PARTNER IN EVERY TRIP
Top places you must visit in Paris
THE LOUVRE
It is one of the largest museums and historic monuments located centrally in Paris.
It was established in 1793 and considered as the world’s most visited museum with more than 8 million visitors per year.
The Louvre is known to hold some famous paintings and art pieces in the world including the famous Mona Lisa which is an eye catcher for a lot of tourists.
It is a must-see attraction in Paris even if you are not into art, seeing the outer pyramid shape structure is a must. The Louvre is free for 18 years old and 12 Euros per adult for full day access.
EIFFEL TOWER
Being the main attraction is Paris, your trip will not be completed until you see the Eiffel Tower light up the city at night.
From the third floor of the tower. With its 324 meters (about 1062.99 ft) height, many tourists get attracted to its unique structure leading to millions of visitors traveling to Paris all year round started on March 31st, 1889.
And since the tower is made of Iron, it is subject to thermal expansion and contraction. It means that every summer, the tower may look taller and has the tendency to tilt slightly away from the sun. And in wintertime, it will be 15 centimeters (about 5.91 in) shorter. How unique is it right?
It is also a must to buy a ticket beforehand so you can skip the crowded queues just to get a ticket, especially in busy seasons such as winter and summer.
It is also important to see the views from the Eiffel tower on both day and night! So, you can go up the tower in daylight and go down at night to get the full experience.
The Notre-Dame Cathedral
The most cultural and religiously visited place in Paris, The Notre-Dame Cathedral. Known as one of the largest and most well-known church buildings in the world.
It is free to enter to the public but there are some parts of it that have entrance fees like the cathedral towers and treasury. It holds many services and masses, which includes the Christmas Eve mass that is most awaited by some tourists since it is a popular activity in Paris during the Christmas season.
ARC DE TRIOMPHE
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the famous monuments in Paris in honor for those who fought and died in Napoleonic Wars and in the French Revolutionary in France.
It has been visited by millions of tourists all year round ever since it was opened on July 29th, 1836.
Tourists can access the top of the Arc de Triomphe by climbing 50 stairs that lead up to the top where you can see breathtaking views of Paris.
The monument may be very hard to access since it is located on the famous avenue in Paris, the Champs-Elysees. Walking on this avenue is a must, too!
You can find various coffee shops; luxury stores and you can even see a movie. It is a necessity to choose the right time to visit this place because it is a must-see in the day and night.
Unmissable Hidden Gems in Paris
Pont Des Arts
This does not normally belong to the itinerary of many Paris tourists, but it is also a must see!
The long, beautiful pedestrian arch bridge overlooking the Seine River has a 155-meter-long bridge covered with padlocks which lovers from all over the world put as a sign of their love to their partners and hope of a happy and strong relationship. Some tourists engrave their names on the padlocks before they lock it and throw away the key in the Seine River.
The Seine River below this bridge is also a romantic spot for lovers. They can have a cruise in the river using a tour boat and explore the riverbanks of Paris and see the epicuticular architectural designs
of the surroundings.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Being the fifth largest park in Paris, Buttes-Chaumont is considered one of the best hidden gems in Paris.
It has some impressive features like a 1.5-hectare lake around the Ile de la Belvedere, a rocky island. You can also see the Temple de la Sibylle
which is a miniature of the Roman Temple of Vesta in Tivoli, Italy.
The Passages of Paris
Looking for a place that is not crowded with tourists? Then check on the Passages. It is called the passages because the city has numerous covered malls from the 18th and 19th centuries.
It holds souvenir shops and restaurants in the present day. One of the most favorite is Galerie Vivienne that was built in 1823 with mosaic floors and some shops including Jean-Paul Gaultier.
You can also check on Passage du Grand Cert in rue Saint Denis near the Chatelet les Halle’s shopping area. It has an impressive glass roof and was built in 1825. While Passage des Panoramas is the oldest covered passage in Paris.
Paris Catacombs
Do you know that there is a macabre secret in Paris? It lies in millions of bones of Parisians that were transferred in the Paris Catacombs in 18th century due to public health concerns.
20 meters underground in the 14th arrondissement, there are 243 steps and a 1.5 km circuit that you can explore for an hour so better wear something comfortable on your visit.
Things you can do in your Paris tour
- Visit Museums
- See modern art masterpieces
- Catch some fashion shows and check on Luxury shops
- Eat at stylish restaurants, bistros and bars
- Check Latin Quarter’s arthouse cinemas
Travel tips for a smooth Paris trip
Currency
Most shops only accept EUROS. So better be ready to have cash on hand before your trip just to be sure. But almost all establishments accept credit or debit cards so there is nothing to worry about.
French Do’s and Don’ts
• Do say “BONJOUR”
• Don’t rush in eating. Paris is not a place in a rush
• Always keep your voice LOW
• Always serve others first before yourself.
• Dress comfortably, no to overdress
• Do order the cheese course
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