For the most wonderful views try to be on the tower (second level is just perfect) at the time of sunset. You'll be able to see for miles and have the opportunity to shoot beautiful photos. Should...
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For the most wonderful views try to be on the tower (second level is just perfect) at the time of sunset. You'll be able to see for miles and have the opportunity to shoot beautiful photos. Should...
A visit to Vaux-le-Vicomte is one you will never forget! Located about 1.5 hours outside Paris, this Chateau is definitely worth the day trip. It is no wonder why celebrities and professional...
This famous cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture on which construction began in the 12th century, stands on the Île de la Cité and is the symbolic heart of the city.
Sainte Chapelle is the most beautiful church in Paris. Located within the Palais de Justice compound, there is fairly intense security to enter the Palais; you must pass through metal detectors and...
This world-famous landmark structure has served ever since the days of Napoleon as a symbol of victory for triumphant French troops returning home. -Opening hours : April to September: from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; October to March: from 10 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. -Closed: 1st January, 1st May, 8th May (morning), 14th July (morning), 11th November (morning), 25th December -The entry fees 2008 and 2009: adults = 9 €; concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; free admission for children under 18.
Pont Alexandre III is an arch bridge that spans the Seine, connecting the Champs-Élysées quarter and the Invalides and Eiffel Tower Quarter, regarded by many as one of the prettiest in Paris. The...
This grand palace was a favorite of Napoleon, who dramatically remodeled the old château during his stays there from 1807 to 1809.
Versaille is one of the most popular visitor attractions in Paris. So here are some tips that may be useful for your visit. The Chateau de Versailles is generally open Tuesdays through Sundays, and
This huge domed structure was constructed in the late 17th century under the direction of Louis XIV to shelter old and wounded soldiers and includes the more recent addition of Napoleon's tomb.
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This famous cemetery is the burial site of numerous French luminaries - authors, writers, musicians and more.
Built by Edouard André and his wife Nélie Jacquemart, both avid art collectors, in the new Paris being laid out by Baron Haussmann towards the end of the 19th century, this private mansion offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a wealthy 19th century home. The museum presents a wonderful collection of masterpieces: Fragonard, Rembrant, Botticelli… This is the only museum open seven days a week in Paris, from 10 am to 18 pm.
This museum, located in a spacious former hotel, houses a collection of medieval art, including jewelry, tapestries and sculptures.
This beautiful 19th century building on the Rue de Rivoli is the Paris City Hall, and features a number of displays on French history.
This ancient church is the resting place for many of France's greatest heroes.
Sacre-Coeur is amazing, sitting as it does at the highest point in Paris on the hill of Montmartre. As it sits at the very top of the hill, you can get great views of Paris and even better when you...
Thoiry is a rare example of esoteric Renaissance architecture where the sun rises or sets in the central arch following the solstices. Home since 1559 of the Counts of La Panouse, the drawing rooms offer visitors fine family portraits, furniture and tapestries presented by costumed guides. The 300 acre gardens: Rhododendron woods, Maze, Autumn, Rose, and Perfume Gardens, perennial borders give year round pleasure. Thoiry's world famous 350 acre animal reserve is open year round.