Top 5 Things to do
in Paris, France
What
to do in Paris?
1 The
Eiffel Tower- One of the most recognisable structures on the planet
 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 the Eiffel Tower looking down.
Should
you climb the Eiffel Tower?
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 if you didn't climb the Eiffel Tower?
You won't
see Paris in quite the same way that's for sure. 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.
History of the Eiffel
Tower
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.
Buy your tickets online
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.
More information
on the Eiffel Tower
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.
Royal
Palace
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
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.
Cheap Sundays
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.
More
about the Louvre - Top 5 Paris Links
3
Arc de Triomphe
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.
Champ
Elysse
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.
More
about Arc de Triomphe - Top 5 Paris
Travel Tip - 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.
Ask
for help if you need it
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.
Chapels
of Notre Dame
The
chapels of Notre Dame were constructed by the early 1300s. The buttresses
next to the chevet are one of the buildings major attractions.
Free
attractions in Paris
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.
More
about Notre Dame - Top 5 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.
St Helena
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.
Top
5 Paris Things To Do Links including Les Invalides
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