Paris, in France is one of the places that almost everybody like to visit at least once in their lifetime. The city of magic, beauty and full of charms. Paris is a city and you just experience love in your heart. City of culture, history, fashion and glory. There are so many places to visit in Paris, but I will be listing the most iconic “places you must visit in Paris before you die”.
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Places you must visit in Paris before you die
Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower is the first thing comes to anybody’s mind when thinking about Paris. That’s why it comes on top of our list of “Places you must visit in Paris before you die”.
In fact, This icon and symbolic attraction is the true dream of every body. So the question is this: What would Paris be without Eiffel Tower? This over a 1000 feet (300m) tall tower has different floors and gives you a magnificent view of the Paris. Over 7 millions tourists visit this icon every year .
Purchase the ticket for a ride to Tower summit and simply enjoy this unforgettable experience.
Notre Dame Cathedral
Second most iconic place in Paris for your “Places you must visit in Paris before you die” is Notre Dame Cathedral. This symbolic Roman structure building was built more than 8 centuries ago. It is impossible to describe in words and needs to be visited in person.
Unfortunately, in 2019, the majority of the Notre Dame was burnt in a wildfire in 2019 and broke so many people’s hears. The reconstruction of the building is in progress and soon people can visit again. The cathedral was perfect for walk around it and then take stairs to get on top of the roof. It may be very similar once the reconstruction is finished. .
Louvre Museum
Louvre is the highlight of you “Places you must visit in Paris before you die”. Louvre ranks as the most visited art museum in the world. This area in huge including 650 thousand sqf (60000 sqm) building with eight main section representing different culture, history, are, etc from all over the world.
Warning: If you have just one day to visit Louvre, pick the specific section you like to visit the most, as it is absolutely impossible to visit everything in just a day.
- Egyptian antiquities
- Oriental antiquities
- Greek, Etruscan and Roman
- Islamic Art
- Paintings
- MGraphic arts
- Middle Ages, Renaissance and Modern Times Sculptures
- Art Objects
Arc of Triumph / Champs Elysées
What’s better than walking along the world famous Champs Elysées. The 1.2 mile (2 km) avenue is gorgeous, full of glory and fashion with so many ultra fancy brand stores and fine dining options. No wonder why this Champs Elysées is known as: “The most beautiful avenue in the world”. The best part will be when you end up in Arc of Triumph.
This building is very unique and largest in its kind. It was ordered to be build by Napoleon in 18th century. Names of 500 generals of the French army are carved on top the building. It is possible to visit the top part and enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
Montmartre
Montmartre is a 400 ft (140m) high hill in north of Paris. The famous white dome Basilica named Sacred heart. The world famous Moulin Rouge Cabaret is also in Montmartre. If you plan to visit Moulin Rouge, plan to purchase the ticket in advance as the tickets get sold out quickly. A few blocks away is place de Tertre or square of Tertre. Home of some local artist who exhibit their paintings and arts for the tourists. This area was the hub for the modern art evolution in 20th century and some master artist such as Pablo Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet worked in this area. There are also other attractions in this are as well, like a museum dedicated to Espace Salvador Dalí, a Spanish painter.
Remember that you will need one whole day to explore everything in Montmartre.
Palace of Versailles / Château de Versailles
Another must see for your “Places you must visit in Paris before you die”, is Palace of versailles or Château de Versailles. This huge area includes palace (hall of mirror, queen’s chamber, lavish gorgeous French garden, etc. It is almost 13 mile (20 km) east of Eiffel Tower but it is absolutely worth of your time. This area was built in 17th century as a symbol of the French supremacy and military power in Europe.
Paris DisneyLand
This will be the happiest part of your “Places you must visit in Paris before you die”. If you are traveling with kids to Paris, they may crave some other attractions that adults. Is there any other place in the world happier and more fun that Disney Land??? Of Course not.
Then plan one day family time and experience the true magic of Disney charms for kids. Happiest, vibrant and most energetic place o earth for all kids and adults. The amusement park offer so many fun attractions like: fun rides, shows, animation, meet Disney characters, etc.
If you are visiting Paris during high season, make sure to purchase your ticket in advance to secure your entry on your desired date. .
Other Paris Tourist Attractions
There are many more other options and attractions and things to do in Paris, if your schedule allows and you staying more than 4 days in Paris, then I recommend to add these attraction as well your itinerary:
- Tuileries Garden
- Musée De L’Orangerie
- Pantheon
- Jardin Du Luxembourg
- Saint Germain Des Pres
- Musee Picasso
- Musee Rodin
- Catacombs Of Paris
- Île de la Cité
- Musée Jacquemart-André
- Le Manoir de Paris
- Louis Vuitton Foundation
- Pont Alexandre III Bridge
- Le Marais
- Galeries Lafayette
