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Paris is a city of beauty and culture. Awe-inspiring sights of its centuries-old monuments, bridges, museums and churches continue to be a great source of wonder and joy to experience. The River Seine divides Paris into two distinct areas—the Right Bank (Rive Droite) on the north and the Left Bank (Rive Gauche) on the south. Paris consists of 20 areas or arrondissements that spiral outward going clockwise from the center in a snail-like manner and correspond with the city’s postal codes. Each neighborhood or arrondissement possesses its own unique style and charm. |
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PARIS SIGHTSEEING
Arc de Triomphe
Centre Georges Pompedou
Champs Elysées
Disneyland Paris
Eiffel Tower
Galeries Lafayette
Grand Palais
Hôtel de Ville
Hôtel des Invalides
Jardin du Luxembourg
Lido
(La) Madeleine Church
Moulin Rouge
Musée de Cluny
Musée d’Orsay
Musée du Louvre
Musée Jacquemart André
Musée Nissim de Camondo
Musée Picasso
Musée Rodin
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Opéra Bastille
Opéra de Paris Garnier
Palais de l’Elysées
Palais des Congres
Panthéon
Parc Monceau
Petit Palais
Place de la Concorde
Printemps
Rue Faubourg Saint Honoré
Sacré Cœur
Sainte Chapelle
(La) Sorbonne University
Starbucks
Versailles |
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Arc de Triomphe
This magnificent monument known as the ‘Doorway to Paris’ was erected to honor the French army. Commissioned by Napoléon in 1806 but not completed until 1836, years after his death, it is the largest triumphal arch in the world. An observation platform tops the Arc and is reached by 284 stairs to give visitors a breathtaking view of Paris. Such landmarks as the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, the Grande Arche of La Défense, Sacré-Coeur and Notre Dame are a few of the notable sights. At its base is the busiest traffic hub in Paris where 12 avenues create a star (Place de L’Etoile) and radiate to create the ultimate driving challenge for motorists. Open daily 10am–6:30pm Sun & Mon; 10am–10:30pm Tue-Sat, charge. Pl Charles de Gaulle , 01.43.80.31.31. M° Charles de Gaulle-Etoile. Click for area hotels |
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Centre Georges Pompidou – (4 th)
A building literally “turned inside out” with structural supports, escalators, elevators, air and water ducts brightly painted and fully exposed on the outside. Opened in 1977, it is considered one of the world’s most famous examples of modern architecture. It is home to the Musée National d’Art Moderne ( Modern Art Museum) and the courtyard is a very popular place for tourists to meet and to watch street performers. Open 11am–9pm Wed-Mon. Place George Pompidou, 01.44.78.12.33. M° Rambuteau, Châtelet, Les Halles, Hôtel de Ville. Click for area hotels |
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Champs Elysées – (8 th)
The world’s most famous boulevard lined with artfully sculpted chestnut trees and neatly designed flower beds is ideal for strolling. Cafés, restaurants, movie theatres and shops frame the wide sidewalks and at all hours of the day and night, people crowd the neighborhood to walk, shop, eat, to see and to be seen. Along the avenue, fashionable designer boutiques such as Louis Vuitton and Cartier join with countless other popular stores like Disney, FNAC, Sephora and Monoprix to tempt eager shoppers. All night eateries and late night shopping add to the excitement. The avenue provides the setting for national events and parades including the grand display for the annual Bastille Day celebration. Click for area hotels |
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Disneyland Paris – Marne-la-Vallée
Located 20 miles east of Paris, this Disney theme park has a European touch but offers American style in character and presentation as it is a clone of its parent Magic Kingdom. In addition to the theme park, the resort includes hotels and camping facilities. The Watt Disney Studios complex has also been added. Call for hours; charge. Marne-la-Vallée, 01.64.74.30.00. RER Marne-la-Vallée. |
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Eiffel Tower – (7 th)
Recognized as the symbol of Paris, the Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition and was intended to be a temporary structure. Designed by engineer Gustave Eiffel, it was the world’s tallest building (1051 ft high) until 1931 when it was surpassed by the Empire State Building in NYC. Choose spectacular viewing from the first, second or top level—where on a clear day it is possible to see for 45 miles! Open 9:30am–11pm Sep-Jun; 9am– midnight Jul-Aug, charge. Champs de Mars, 01.44.11.23.11. M° Bir Hakeim, Trocadéro, RER Champs de Mars. Click for area hotels |
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Galeries Lafayette – (9 th)
Opened in 1894, this department store is topped by a brilliant steel and colored glass dome. Specialty and designer brands tempt shoppers and the recently launched Lafayette Maison opposite the main store offers an extensive home décor department. A welcome service and visitor discount cards are available. It also has restaurants, wine bars, tea room and huge gourmet food shop. Open 9:30am–7:30pm, Thu until 9pm, closed Sun. Fashion shows every Fri at 3pm (01.42.82.30.25 to reserve). 40 Blvd Haussmann , 01.42.82.34.56. M° Chaussée d’Antin-LaFayette.
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