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Top 10 Monuments & Statues in Paris, Ile-de-France
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. Arc de Triomphe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45,103 reviews
The Arc de triomphe was begun in 1806, on the orders of Napoleon I to honour the victories of his Grande Armée. Inspired by the great arches of antiquity, the monument combines the commemorative with the symbolic and it has always played a major role in the national republican consciousness. Every evening, the flame is lit on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the Great War. An exhibition portrays the history and explains its symbolic importance, nationally as well as internationally. The terrace provides superb views both by day and night across the city and its great sweeping avenues.-Opening hours : April to September: from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; October to March: from 10 a.m. to 10.30 p.m.-Closed: 1st January, 1st May, 8th May (morning), 14th July (morning), 11th November (morning), 25th December-Entry fees: Adults = 9,5 €; Concessions = 6 €; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By Aveiri - Cuernavaca, Mexico
You visit the Arc crossing underground from Champs Elyseés, visit the unknown soldier tomb and it fire, from there you can see Place de la Concorde Obelisk, the details in its walls are well detailed, the scenes that represent are monumentals, love to see under the roof
2. Pantheon
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4.5 based on 4,467 reviews
With the Pantheon, architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot met Louis XV’s wish to glorify the monarchy in the form of a church dedicated to Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris. The edifice was deconsecrated during the Revolution in 1791 and renamed the Pantheon. During the turbulent years of the 19th century, as regimes changed, it alternated in its role as a religious and patriotic monument. Since 1885, the year of Victor Hugo’s death and burial in the Pantheon, it has been the last resting place for the great writers, scientists, generals, churchmen and politicians who have made the history of France. The crypt houses the tombs of more than 70 illustrious figures including Voltaire, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Emile Zola, Alexandre Dumas, Pierre and Marie Curie etc.Open:> 1st April to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.> 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,5€; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By Btravellor - Bellingen, Australia
With Foucault's Pendulum in the centre of the soaring building and the tombs of such notables as Marie Curie, Voltaire and Victor Hugo in the crypts. Along with the history of this building and the history of modern France it is a must see
3. 59 Rivoli
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4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By LLV280Z - Daytona Beach, United States
Just a funky painted doorway from the street but inside the many surprises extending up about 7 floors were astonishing! There was art in every nook and cranny; on the stairs, the walls, the floors and everywhere you looked. There were sayings painted on every step; some funny, some thought inspiring and always interesting. Looking up or down the the stairwell was an experience all in itself! And interspersed throughout were mini artists studios. So much fun!
4. Les Jardins du Trocadero
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4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By jaywalkingaroundtown - Calgary, Canada
Beautiful gardens inspired by Louis XIV's landscape architect André Le Nôtre. It is located just across the Eiffel Tower and Seine river. Le Notre projected the Marseille castle gardens. There is a Nextflix doc about him. Very instructional if you like history, architecture and gardens. During the French hot summers people kindly invade the water to refresh. The day we were visiting it was 42oC. Really hot. At the top facing the Eiffel Tower there are twenty powerful water cannons that project water every 15 minutes or so. If you don't want to go inside the water, that is ok, stand near by and fell the water mist. Instagram Hot Spot! FREE!
5. La Colonnade du Louvre
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
This huge (east) facade of the Louvre is very impressive, easier to think of it as the back end. The structure really shows off french architecture of the time, stretching at 185meters it is quite impressive. During a visit do-not miss the courtyard in our opinion is even more impressive, from there you can walk to the glass pyramid.
6. Tombe de Dalida
7. La Tombe du Soldat Inconnu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
I cannot tell a more appropriate place for the Unknown soldier tomb than this one beneath the Triumphal Arch. It is adorned with an eternal flame and ever present flowers. To reach it please use the underground passageway, do not try to run across the Etoile. Great views of Champs Elysees.
8. La Defense
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4.0 based on 1,580 reviews
Reviewed By andruscav - Romania, null
La Defense is the first European business district. When you get here you have a modern image of Paris compared to the historical one you are used to. You can get here from the center of Paris by RER A or the bus. Here you can admire the imposing Grande Arche de la Defense, the sculpture Le Pouce by Cesar Baldaccini, the tall buildings around or you can visit the commercial galleries. Everything is very beautiful and modern.
9. Obelisque de Louxor
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4.0 based on 615 reviews
Reviewed By Acineto - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I first noticed it when we had to exit at the Concorde metro due to the strikes. The column is quite tall and stood out from the rest of the area. Aside from the golden top, there was also golden writing near the base. I wasn't able to take a look since we were on the way to Versaille. It is also in the middle of the road so it requires some care to get close to. We happened to pass by again and noticed that there were hieroglyphics along the side of the column. It was quite amazing. It gets lit up at night but you can't see the golden tip. I also didn't realise that it was beside the Tuileries Garden and down the road (a bit far down) from the Arc de Triumph. It was something interesting to see and owrh the visit to the area.
10. Statue de la Liberte
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 571 reviews
Reviewed By JednSasha - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
No it's not the USA, not as big as the original and not as iconic, one of many copies of the iconic New York version but still worth a visit, a short walk along the river seine from the Eifel Tower it is a great place for those important selfies, A perfect but smaller replica you can surprise your facebook friends and make them wonder where you are and your probably going to be nearby at some point if your visiting Paris because there are many points along the walk that you will be drawn to such as the Eifel Tower or the Trocadero, so if the weather is pleasant enjoy the walk and the sights along the way. We went at the end of February and it was still a nice walk.
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