Must See Paris Sights and Tourist Attractions
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Tour Eiffel – Eiffel Tower
This is Paris’ most famous landmark, ascending the tower you will experience some of the most breathtaking views of Paris. It is the tallest buildings in Paris measuring 325m (1063ft) with its antenna. There is an exhibition centre on the first floor with a restaurant and shops.
Champs-Elysees
The Champs-Elysees is one of Paris’ most famous roads running from the Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. It is lined with shops and the setting for Bastille Day parade and other national events.
Place de la Concorde
The Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris situated not far from the Louvre. Here you will find the Obelisk of Luxor given to Charles X in 1829 by the viceroy of Egypt. The square has a bloody history, over a 1,300 people where guillotined here during the French Revolution.
Arc de Triomphe
Commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 but not finished until 1836, the Arc de Triomphe commemorates those who fought for France during its many wars. There is an eternal flame in honour of the dead of World War I and II and the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. It is possible to climb to the top of the Arc, from where there are spectacular views of Paris including the Champs-Elysees and the Sacre-Coeur. However there is no lift and the visitor must walk up 234 steps.
La Cathedrale Notre-Dame
The first stone was laid in 1163 and the cathedral was finished in the 14th century. After falling into disrepair after the French revolution the cathedral was restored in the 19th century after the publication of the Victor Hugo’s Hunchback of Notre Dame in 1831 reawakened interest in the building. The cathedral has many beautiful sights including the north window of the cathedral. The “rose” window dates from the 13th century and is shaped like a flower with featuring scenes from the bible. You can also climb the bell tower on narrow spiral stairs and see the famous bell and gargoyles who guard the tower.
Musée du Louvre
Musée du Louvre is found on the right bank of the Seine. The impressive buildings, originally a palace, are in contrast to the modern glass pyramid found in the courtyard, completed in 1989. The Louvre houses over 35,000 works of art including Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and the Virgin of the Rocks, Gericault’s Raft of the Medusa and the Venus de Milo.
Prices: Permanent collections €8.50
Combined ticket for permanent collection and temporary exhibition €13. On Wednesday and Friday the museum stays open until 9.45 pm, with tickets after 6 pm costing €11.
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It's worth mentioning that Museum entry is usually free on the first Sunday of the month.