Paris is a vast and scattered city with plenty of activities to do. Setting a priority is hard as there a vast number of places to visit and things to experience. If you are there in Paris for a short and quick visit, then we have compiled a list of 5 must-visit places in Paris.
The Eiffel tower
The Eiffel tower is the icon of Paris, and it would be a huge mistake if you don’t go and take a picture with it. Three hundred twenty-five meters high (or 1066 ft), the Eiffel Tower was built for the Paris World Exhibition of 1889 by Gustave Eiffel. Climb up to the top and marvel the beauty of Paris city from above.
There are several restaurants in the top arena of Eiffel tower so that you can enjoy your meals with a breathtaking view.
Eiffel tower ticket rates: 17€ for adults, 14.5€ for youth between 12 and 24 years old and 8€ for children.
Louvre Museum
The Palais du Louvre has been hosting the Louvre Museum since 1793. The place is well known for the world-famous masterpieces from ancient Egypt to the Roman period. Every year thousands of people flock to this museum to catch a glimpse of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. Not only Monalisa but also other works such as Eugène Delacroix’s Liberty Leading the People, Géricault’s Raft of the Medusa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace and even the Venus de Milo.
The museum opens every day except Tuesdays, from 9 am to 6 pm.
Price: Free for people under 26 years old and living in the European Union, otherwise its 15 euros.
Château de Versailles
The Château de Versailles is a unique mater piece used to be the home of the Sun King Louis XIV as well as his descendants Louis XV and Louis XVI. Spend a day exploring this symbol of the French monarchy. The Castle is open every day except on Monday, from 9 AM to 6:30 PM.
Price: The ticket costs only 18€.
Père Lachaise cemetery
What is up in cemetery? In fact, it is the biggest one the whole world and a lot of celebrities are buried here like Edith Piaf, Eugène Delacroix, Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, etc.
The cemetery is open every day from 8 am to 5:30 pm with free entry.
A cruise ride
A cruise ride through the water channels of the city marveling city’s famed monuments, such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre Dame Cathedral aboard a luxury Bateaux Parisiens riverboat. Have a delicious 3-course dinner while enjoying the beauty of the city. Champagne and live music are also included in this tour. Just sit back and enjoy
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