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Discovering Paris
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The capital of France, Paris is full of monuments and museums famed throughout the world. Here are some you should not miss...
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Monuments to see
Eiffel Tower
The undisputed emblem of Paris, the Eiffel Tower has also become the symbol of France. Three floors offer visitors a view of the whole of Paris.
Address: Champs de Mars. Metro: Bir-Hakeim (line 6)
Link to official site www.tour-eiffel.fr
Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris
A place of worship, the cathedral is also an impressive architectural monument.
Address: 6, place du Parvis 75004. Metro: Cité (line 4)
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 8.00 am - 6.45 pm and Sunday from 8.00 am - 7.45 pm (tours restricted on Sunday due to services).
Link to official site www.cathedraledeparis.com
(Don't forget to take a stroll in the Marais, one of the oldest yet most prestigious quarters in Paris.)
Sacré Cœur
Offering one of the finest panoramic views of the city. Built in remembrance of the Franco-Prussian war. Can be reached via the funicular railway.
Address: Parvis du Sacré-Cœur.
Metro Anvers (line 2), then funicular or steps
Opening hours: every day (Basilica from 6.00 am - 11.00 pm / Dome and crypt from 9.00 am - 5.45 pm).
Link to official site www.sacre-cœur-montmartre.com
(Don't forget to take a stroll in Montmartre: little alleyways, restaurants and cafés typical of the Paris of bygone days)
Arc de Triomphe
Built in honour of Napoleon's victories. From the roof, a panoramic view of the 12 roads and avenues radiating from the place de l'Etoile.
Address: Place Charles de Gaulle 75008 Paris
Metro: Charles de Gaulle Etoile (lines 6, 2, 1 or RER line A).
Opening hours: every day from 10.00 am - 11.00 pm.
Place de la Concorde
The obelisk of Luxor takes pride of place in the centre. A gift from Muhammad Ali Pasha, Viceroy of Egypt, it took 4 long years for the obelisk to reach Paris.
Address: Place de la Concorde 75008 Paris
Metro: Concorde (lines 1, 12 and 8).
Panthéon
"The Necropolis of the Great", the burial place for all the great men in the history of France.
Address: Place du Panthéon 75005 Paris.
Metro: St Michel (line 4), Luxembourg (RER line B)
Opening hours: every day from 10.00 am - 6.00 pm.
Centre Georges Pompidou
Built at the behest of the former president of the Republic, the centre Pompidou houses a museum of national modern art, a library as well as numerous temporary exhibitions.
Address: Place Georges Pompidou.
Metro: Rambuteau (line 11)
Opening hours: every day from 11.00 am - 9.00 pm except Tuesday.
Link to official site www.centrepompidou.fr
Palais Garnier
National Opera of Paris. This is one of the most famous dance stages. Architecture in the style of Napoleon III, including truly magnificent decorations.
Address: Place de l'Opéra 75009 Paris.
Metro: Opéra (lines 3, 7, 8 and RER line A)
Opening hours: every day from 10.00 am - 4.30 pm.
Link to official site www.opera-de-paris.fr
Château de Versailles
Built by Louis XIV, this masterpiece is one of the most famous in the world.
Address: Aile Nord des Ministres RP 834 Versailles
RER Versailles - Château Rive Gauche (line C).
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am - 6.00 pm.
Link to official site www.chateauversailles.fr
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Museums to visit
Musée du Louvre
Its collections rank among the finest in the world (The Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, The Wedding at Cana)
Address: Main entrance by the Pyramid 75001 Paris
Metro: Palais Royal Musée du Louvre (lines 1 and 7)
Opening hours: every day from 9.00 am - 6.00 pm except Tuesday.
Link to official site www.louvre.fr
Musée D'Orsay
At this gallery visitors can admire the diversity produced by artists of the Western world between 1848 and 1914.
Address: 1 rue de la Légion d'Honneur 75007 Paris
Metro: Solferino (line 12) or Musée d'Orsay (RER line C).
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30 am - 6.00 pm.
Link to official site www.musee-orsay.fr
Musée Picasso
Dedicated exclusively to Picasso, this museum contains numerous works by the artist.
Address: 5, rue de Thorigny 75003 PARIS
Metro: St Paul (line 1)
Opening hours: 9.30 am - 6.00 pm.
Link to official site www.musee-picasso.fr
Parc de la Villette / Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
A large park, which is home to theatres, a circus tent, jazz festivals and numerous events. The Cité des sciences houses permanent exhibitions.
Address: 30, avenue Corentin Cariou 75019 Paris
Metro: Porte de la Villette (line 7).
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10.00 am - 6.00 pm and Sunday from 10.00 am - 7.00 pm.
Link to official site www.cite-sicences.fr
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