The city of Paris is no doubt one of the most visited places on earth. There is so much to be had here – stunning architecture, delectable food and a culture so rich that visitors arrive from all around the world year after year. So if you’re in Paris or just to satisfy your curiosity, then here’s the list of the top 9 things to do in Paris.
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1. Eiffel Tower
So, first on our list is The Eiffel Tower. It’s no surprise. A 324-metre-high iron lattice tower, it is one of the world’s most familiar structures. The tower was completed in 1889 – first as a gizmo for the World’s Fair. It proved so popular that, eventually, it was a permanent part of the city. Take one of their three elevators to the top for an enchanting view of Paris, or go for dinner in one of their two restaurants.
2. The Louvre
Moving on, we proceed to the most famous and biggest museum in the world. The museum receives more than eight million annual visitors, and houses iconic works like Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Apart from an incredibly extensive art collection, the Louvre houses an enormous number of world archeological artefacts.
3. Champs-Elysees
The world’s most popular street Champs-Elysees is third on our itinerary. The two-kilometre long avenue is dotted with trees, cafes and designer stores. It’s the location of Paris’ most iconic monuments like the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. This beautiful street is a pedestrian street, so you can stroll around the city centre shopping or stop in one of the cafes.
4. Arc De Triomphe
Arc de Triomphe was built in honour of those who died for France during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. From above the arch you can get fantastic views of the city and you can pay your respects in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier beneath it.
5. Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most beautiful and popular churches in the world. It is a 12th-century gothic cathedral that has some of the most exquisite artworks in the world, and it is known for its rose windows. Visitors are free to explore the underground of the basilica, or climb its towers. Many simply admire the glorious building from one of several bridges across the Seine.
6. Versailles Palace
The palace of Versailles is a very big palace that used to belong to the French King and is one of the most visited places in France. There are elegant rooms within the palace, that one can visit, and splendid gardens. There’s also nearby town of Versailles to visit.
7. Jardin des Tuileries
Paris is also home to the Jardin des Tuileries, which is a popular garden right in the centre of the city. There are plenty of interesting statues, fountains and fascinating trees in the garden. Scurry around, lounge on the lawns or row your row boat through the garden ponds – great for a break from everything else.
8. Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
We’re on our way to Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre or Sacre-Coeur. It is a beautiful church perched atop a hill in Paris’s Montmartre neighbourhood. People can take in the city from the steps, roam inside or just look at the outside.
9. The Catacombs of Paris
Paris boasts a massive network of tunnels and quarries that now contain the remains of over six million people. This is for the daring of you, willing to delve into the dark underneath and learn some grisly (or just plain scary) tales about Paris. Proper shoes and a torch are necessary for the Catacombs.
Disclaimer – This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.