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Paris is a city that has something for everyone and is the perfect place to visit for a long weekend or short break. Whether you are a fashionista, a culture vulture, or a combination of both, you will find plenty to see and do in Paris. The hardest part of your trip will be planning what you want to do first.

From beautiful architecture to fascinating museums, Paris is the city that has it all. Wondering how to spend your time in the city of love? Check out these to get your itinerary on the road…

Check out the Amazing Architecture

When visiting Paris, you can’t help but marvel at the incredible architecture on display throughout the city. Take a look at the most beautiful bridges of Paris and appreciate their grandeur as you explore the city and experience the sights and sounds. No trip to Paris is complete without seeing the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, so have your camera handy so that you can capture these iconic structures. If you have a head for heights, why not enjoy the views from the second platform of the Eiffel Tower. To beat the queues for the lifts, you could attempt climbing the 704 steps to get there!

 

See a Show

The Moulin Rouge is one of the most iconic venues in Paris – a must visit in itself. During your stay, why not book yourself a ticket to see a show and experience the thrill of the Moulin Rouge for yourself? If you love to watch the ballet and opera, why not visit the Palais Garnier or the Opéra Bastille? Here you can enjoy breath-taking performances within the stunning surroundings of the modern Opéra Bastille or the historic Palais Garnier.

 

Appreciate the Artwork

Did you know that Paris’ most famous museum, the Louvré, is also the largest museum in the world? Around 10 million visitors flock to the Louvré each year to marvel at its exhibits, including the world’s most famous painting, the Mona Lisa. Visit the Musée Marmottan-Monet to see the most extensive collection of Monet’s work in the world. An impressive 165 pieces of Monet’s work are on display here. The Musée Mamottan-Monet is also home to works from Gaugin and Renoir. There’s no mistaking the distinctive facade of the Centre Pompidou. Step inside this eye-catching building to see a vast collection of modern art on display.

 

Discover the Past at a Museum

If you are a fan of design, don’t miss visiting Musée des Arts Décoratifs. Here you can experience some of the fantastic design pieces that adorned the homes of wealthy French citizens. From French furniture, through to crystal, there are lots of beautiful pieces to see, some of which date back to the late 15th century. To learn more about France’s past, a trip to La Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine is needed. This museum takes on the task of covering more than a thousand years of French history! Pay a visit to La Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine to find out more about France and discover its history from the Middle Ages right through to the present date.

However you decide to spend your time in Paris, it definitely won’t be boring…

Comments:

  • November 7, 2019

    I’ve been to Paris once but didn’t do much, I definitely need to explore more next time!

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