Your Holiday in Paris

Things to do in Paris

Paris is the most popular tourist destination in the world.  It has a reputation of being the most beautiful and romantic of all cities.  It is crammed with historical associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of art, culture, design, fashion and food.  Paris also has some of the world’s most famous attractions, such as the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe.

For those interested in art they should pay a trip to the Louvre.  It is one of the largest museums in the world, housing over 35,000 pieces of art, situated on the banks of the Seine.  It can easily be spotted by the glass pyramid that graces its courtyard.  Another museum of interest is the Musee d’Orsay which includes work by Monet, Renoir and van Gogh.

A trip to Disneyland Paris is well worth it.  Located to the east of the city, it includes a number of activities; people of all ages are guaranteed to find something to enjoy with areas such as Adventureland, Fantasyland and Frontierland.

Must See Landmarks in Paris

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.  At 324m/1,063ft high, the structure is the tallest in Paris.  It has 3 levels: The 1st and 2nd levels are accessible by stairs and lifts; the 3rd level is only accessible by lift.

The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most famous monuments in Paris.  It stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle.  The arch honours those who fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars.  In the attic above the richly sculptured frieze of soldiers are 30 shields engraved with the names of major Revolutionary and Napoleonic military victories.

Notre Dame de Paris is a Gothic cathedral, widely considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.  Its sculptures and stained glass show the heavy influence of naturalism.

The Louvre Museum is the most visited and one of the oldest and most-famous art galleries and museums in the world.  It has dominated central Paris since the late 12th century.

The Champs-Élysées is the most-prestigious avenue in Paris.  With its cafés, cinemas and luxury specialty shops, the Champs-Élysées is one of the most-famous streets in the world. 

The Seine is a major river in north-western France.  It is one of its commercial waterways and is also a tourist attraction.  Other than the historic landmarks lining the Seine, you can see the many splendid bridges which span the river.  Some of them are several centuries old and designated as historical heritage sites in their own right.

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