Visiting a city such as Paris could be exciting; however, knowing the places to visit during your stay may become a challenge. Therefore, this article will help you narrow down your options as we put together the top seven of the most amazing places to tick off your bucket list when you visit Paris.
1. Eiffel Tower
Built by Gustave Eiffel to mark the French Revolution's centennial and was unveiled in 1889 with about 7 million tourists every year, it is among the most visited sites globally, standing 324 meters tall. The Eiffel Tower 58, which spans two stories and stands 58 meters above the surface, is located on the first floor. The spectacle from the second level is the greatest at 115 meters, with a spectacular view of the earth below. Then, on the 3rd level, at the height of 275 meters, you could view what Gustave Eiffel's office looked like.
2. The Louvre Museum
The Louvre is perhaps the world's most famous art museum. This monument, a then royal palace, is located in the center of Paris and has a landmass of 210,000 square meters, including 60,600 square meters for art shows. The museum is situated in the Louvre, initially a stronghold built by Philip II in the 1200s. The remnants of the stronghold may be seen in the museum's underground.
3. Arc of Triumph
Napoleon authorized Jean Chalgrin to construct a triumphal arch honoring glories of imperial soldiers under the influence of ancient Roman architecture. It is the world's largest structure of its sort, having been built in the nineteenth century. Its pillars are adorned with stunning sculptures. The inscriptions of 558 generals and significant triumphs are inscribed on the arc's summit. The Grave of said Unknown Soldier of France is located beneath the Arc de Triomphe.
4. Notre Dame Cathedral
One of Paris' most enduring symbols: Notre-Dame de Paris, is a Roman Catholic cathedral on the Ile de la Cité's eastern part. It is generally acknowledged as one of France's and Europe's greatest masterpieces of French Gothic architecture. Its entrances, ringed by numerous sculptures and gargoyles that grace the ceiling; this cathedral, beginning in 1163 and finished in 1345, is a marvel to behold. It is also recognized as Notre Dame.
5. Montmartre
Montmartre is a 130-meter-high hill in Paris's northwestern outskirts that gives its title to the neighboring district. The white-domed Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament, located at the summit, is its most notable feature. It was finished in 1919 and is dedicated to the French casualties of the Franco-Prussian Battle of 1870.
6. Châteaude Versailles
The Château de Versailles is France's most well-known as the Château. Versailles was the official residence of political authority in the French empire from 1682 to 1789. It was erected in the 17th century as an icon of French military strength and validated French dominance in Europe. Any visitor should visit this massive complex of buildings, gardens, and terraces.
7. Disneyland Paris
If you are a Mickey fan, you should go to Disneyland Paris, a few kilometers outside central Paris. Disneyland Paris has Sleeping Beauty's castle and Walt Disney Studios has the two theme parks.