Top 5 Things To
Do In Paris, France
What to do in Paris?
1 Eiffel Tower
 One
of the most recognisable structures on the planet - the Eiffel Tower
in Paris
Is it almost impossible to go to Paris and not see
the Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel Tower stands in the heart of Paris
surveying all below her. Look up and there’s ET looking down.
The real question is should you go up? Fear of heights, lack of
time, aversion to queuing, cost and hating a good time are all reasons
not to. What would you miss?
Paris. The view from each level is just fantastic. You look around
and the whole of Paris is laid out in front of you, with roads seeming
to lead right to the tower. You are in the middle of everything.
So it has to be done unless you have a note from your doctor. You
can walk up if you really want to stress your ticker. The Eiffel
Tower is only 1,040 feet high. If heights make you a little uncomfortable
head for the third highest level as it is enclosed.
Located on its first floor and in the stairways is the story of
the Eiffel Tower as told by posters, photos, illustrations, films
and interactive displays.
You can save time by buying your tickets before you arrive. Follow
link below to the official Eiffel Tower website to find out more
and buy your tickets online.
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You can't go Pass a Paris Pass
Buy a Paris Pass and save yourself time and money.
You can often gain entry into Paris Museums on the cheap on Sundays
and for many museums entrance is free on the first Sunday of the
month.
2 The Louvre
 The
Louvre - The Jewel of the French Revolutionary Crown
The thousands of priceless classic and modern masterpieces
makes the Louvre Museum the jewel in the crown of French culture
and one of the most important museums in the world.
Dating back to the middle ages The Louvre has served
the people of France in a number of ways including that of Royal
Palace.
The Louvre Museum takes you through the history of France and into
the minds of kings and revolutionaries. The reigns of Louis XIII
and Louis XIV saw major expansion of the Louvre and a linking of
the palaces and halls, which make up the museum today. In 1882 the
Louvre complex largely ceased to serve as a seat of political power
and the museum began to take over the whole, enormous site.
3 Arc de Triomphe
 Arc
de Triomphe in Paris
The Arc de Triomphe has served as a triumphant symbol
of victory for French troops returning home from battle. Napoleon
ordered the Arc de Triomphe's construction in 1809 to celebrate
the triumph of the Republican armies. Unfortunately for Napoleon,
his empire soon began to collapse. Consequently the Arc was not
completed until much later in 1836. The Arc de Triomphe is decorated
with friezes of battle scenes and carved with the names of Napoleon's
victories.
March up the Champ Elysse and see Arc de Triomphe.
It is just amazing, a must see.
The Arc contains the tomb of the unknown soldier,
the details of its history and the names of the fallen.
Travel Tip - Receiving Help Whilst In Paris
You may need directions or advice on the best way
from A to B and you may be a little reluctant to ask for help. Don't
be. Whilst in London I confidently marched into a small newspaper
stall for directions only to be told "Do I Look Like a Street
Map?". In Paris I was asked (in English) three times no-less
if I needed any assistance.
Parisians are friendly, but as in most big cities,
they maybe in a hurry. Ask for help if you need it, but be polite
about it. Even if your french is as bad / non-existent as mine you
should still try (see Travel Tip next page).
4 Notre Dame
 The
Towers of Notre Dame
The Gothic Cathedral of Notre Dame was built around
1200 by Maurice de Sully. By about 1250, Jean de Chelles built the
north arm and began work on the south arm, which was completed by
Jean de Montreuil.
The chapels of Notre Dame were constructed by the
early 1300s. The buttresses next to the chevet are one of the buildings
major attractions.
Notre Dame is a priceless attraction. Indeed, it is
one of the few free attractions in Paris - you only have to pay
if you want to climb the towers (unless you are in possession of
a Paris Pass in which
case it is all free)
Towers of Notre Dame
One person’s gargoyle is someone else's not
worth the sweat thanks all the same. Whilst the gargoyles don’t
do awful lot (like springing to life and eating people) they are
impressive and you are rewarded with a great view of Paris.
5 (13) Les Invalides
Like your marble, your tombs big and less than huge
crowds then the gold capped Les Invalides could be for you. The
architecture and sheer size of Les Invalides is both impressive
by design and overwhelming in grandeur. Les Invalides was built
by Louis the 14th as a military hospital for his wounded soldiers.
Its large church, golden dome and its sheer imposing size makes
Les Invalides a masterpiece of French classical architecture.
The grounds and courtyard are also well worth exploring. Plan an
eat or coffee stop.
Museum of the Army and Tomb of Napoleon
Hôtel national des Invalides,
129, rue de Grenelle, Paris 7e
 The
Tomb of Napoleon - The Greatest Frenchman That Ever Lived?
The Musée de L'Armée at Les Invalides houses the
Tomb of Napoleon, arguably the greatest Frenchman that ever lived.
Suitable, the museum also contains a history of the Army of France.
Napoléon died in 1821 on the island of St Helena whilst
in exile. Napoléon's tomb is made of red porphyry with a
green granite base which is circled by a crown of laurels and inscriptions
of his victories.
You can visit Napoléon for free with a Paris
Pass
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