Tour Eiffel
Built in March 31, 1889, for the Universal Exhibition in celebration of the French Revolution, the Eiffel Tower, high of 324 m, was created by Gustave Eiffel.
With 2 million visitors the first year, the Eiffel Tower is a real crowd pleaser. At the crossroads of the entire world, more than 200 million visitors have come since its construction. It is not surprising when you consider the Eiffel Tower is the monument that best symbolizes Europe. It is also the one tourists prefer!
Champ de Mars, 75007 Paris, Tel. +33 1 44 11 23 023
Musée du Quai Branly
A reference plateau will introduce the major geographic areas of Oceania, Asia, Africa and the Americas, with meeting points between Asia-Oceania, Indonesia and the Philippines, and the Machriq-Maghreb. Emphasis is put on the long history of the cultures presented, on the diverse meanings of the objects displayed, and on a number of significant themes (for example, masks and tapa cloths from Oceania, costumes from Asia, and musical instruments or textiles from Africa).
The museum will thus be a centre for the introduction to, and understanding of the works, objects and
artefacts
of peoples and civilizations.
55, quai Branly, 75007 Paris, www.quaibranly.fr
Arc de Triomphe
Rond Point
Place Charles de Gaulle
75008 Paris
Tel: +33 1 43 80 31 31
Erected by Napoléon as a tribute to his own glory, the Arc de Triomphe sits at the top of the Champs Élysées. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Paris from the monument's rooftop, and at its base is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Arc de Triomphe is the start or end point of most French parades.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
6 Place du Parvis de Notre-Dame
75004 Paris
www.cathedraledeparis.com
Situated on Île de la Cité, Notre-Dame Cathedral was built in the 12th century and is a Gothic masterpiece. Every Sunday afternoon a free organ recital is held at the cathedral.
Île Saint-Louis
Place du Parvis de Notre-Dame
75004 Paris
Tel: +33 1 43 29 50 40
Beyond Île de la Cité stands the lovely Île Saint-Louis. The tiny island has a number of 16th- and 17th-century mansions, all listed in the National Inventory of Bâtiments de France.
Sacré Coeur - Montmartre
www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com
Built at the end of the 19th century on the top of Montmartre hill, the interior of the church contains one of the world's largest mosaics, depicting Christ with outstretched arms.
River Cruises
www.bateauxparisiens.com
Bateaux Parisiens offers a Conference Cruise on the theme of 'The History and Architecture of Paris's Bridges'. Boarding at the Eiffel Tower wharf, the cruise lasts for an hour and passes between the Iéna and Sully bridges. The commentary is by a subject specialist.
Paris Museums
Grand Palais
www.rmn.fr
Musée d' Orsay
www.musee-orsay.fr
Muséee du Louvre
www.louvre.fr
Musée Baccarat
www.baccarat.fr
Musée Rodin
www.musee-rodin.fr
Musée Picasso
www.musee-picasso.fr
Musée Jacquemart-André
www.musee-jacquemart-andre.com
Musée Guimet (Asian Art)
www.museeguimet.fr
Other Attractions
Château de Versailles
www.chateauversailles.fr
Discover the Champagne Area
www.champagne.fr
Châteaux of the Loire Valley
www.loiredeschateaux.com
www.chateauxloire.com
Disneyland® Paris
www.disneylandparis.com
Giverny, Monet's House and Gardens
www.fondation-monet.com
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