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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. Louvre Museum
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4.5 based on 99,632 reviews
Home to Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Louvre is considered the world's greatest art museum, with an unparalleled collection of items covering the full spectrum of art through the ages.
Reviewed By 419udays - Pune, India
This was my second visit here The place is mesmerising what with loads of historic information on the audio guide as you traverse through various lounges Painting and Sculptures were our forte then and now also
2. Seine River
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4.5 based on 25,513 reviews
This famous river flows from east to west through the heart of the city and divides Paris's Left Bank and Right Bank.
Reviewed By Matteomartinii28 - Paris, France
You can find moments on the bridges (des Arts for the romantic locks) or from the River itself on a Hop on Hop off boat - you can go from museum to museum (the Louvre to D'Orsay) and see the beautiful Eiffel Tower throughout...the best moments may be the cafes, street artists and crepe makers, but Paris charm resides in all of it! I love this city and its river!
3. Right Bank (Rive Droite)
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
The portion of Paris north of the River Seine.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
The Right Bank of the Seine River is an exciting part of Paris. There are many sights to see and enjoy, such as the beautiful Champs Elysees, the Louvre, Montmartre, Arc de Triomphe, Place Vendome, Palais Garnier and many others. The best way to enjoy them is by walking.
4. Sainte-Chapelle
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4.5 based on 27,113 reviews
The Sainte-Chapelle is the finest royal chapel to be built in France and features a truly exceptional collection of stained-glass windows. It was built in the mid 13th century by Louis IX, at the heart of the royal residence, the Palais de la Cité. It was built to house the relics of the Passion of Christ. Adorned with a unique collection of fifteen glass panels and a large rose window forming a veritable wall of light,the Sainte-Chapelle is a gem of French Gothic architecture. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open:> 1st March to 31st October: Monday to Friday: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.> 1st November to 29th February: Monday to Friday: from 9 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. The best time to visit is in the morning from Tuesday to Friday. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December and in case of negative temperatures.
Reviewed By KVirgils - London, United Kingdom
Glorious and uplifting to walk around this beautiful chapel Every time I visit I marvel at the windows especially if you visit when the sun is shining !
5. Pont-Neuf
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4.5 based on 1,222 reviews
This bridge, depicted in a famous painting by Renoir, is the oldest remaining bridge in Paris.
Reviewed By Ivisitedtheplace - Israel, null
According to my understanding of French, it is both the New Bridge (as in unused) and the Nine Bridge. Either way, it is a nice structure to cross on foot (includes the western end of the Ile de la Cite) and also an impressive structure to pass under (which I did three or four times on the amazing Batobus. When one goes under this bridge, one can see and photograph (as I did), the massive letter N on the sides.
6. Jardin des Tuileries
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4.5 based on 7,525 reviews
Located within the Place de la Concorde, this garden demonstrates the Parisian style of intricate landscaping.
Reviewed By B5394AWsteveb - Colorado Springs, United States
This is one of our favorite strolls in Paris - Place de Concorde to the Louvre. Great people watching, picnicking and napping. Grab a chair and check out!
7. Jeu de Paume
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
A leading pole for the exhibition of photographic and other images, from the 19th to the 21st century (cinema, video, installation, etc.). Jeu de Paume produces, coproduces and hosts exhibitions as well as film programmes, symposiums, and public activities
Reviewed By KiwiGroom - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
I like photography especially older photography / images and the efforts people made to capture history. We visited when the Dorothea Lange exhibition was on display and I particularly liked the Great Depression photos while my wife thought the internment of Japanese-Americans during WWII were the more interesting work. Like most galleries view the website and take a view on whether it's for you or not.
8. Eglise St-Germain l'Auxerrois
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4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By 308kkk
Introducing another church in Paris Saint-Germain-L'Auxerrois Church Built in the 7th century, Gothic Romanesque architecture and Renaissance style have been erected. The oldest part is the Roman tower. This church has the most outstanding artwork of this church, a painting in the church. The famous artist in France and in the request for stained glass windows in the church in the beautiful church.
9. Theatre de La Ville
10. Musee de l'Orangerie
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4.5 based on 17,167 reviews
Reviewed By ayubq2013 - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Paris has numerous fascinating museums, but if I am asked to pick my favourite, I would probably choose Musée de l’Orangerie. This small museum, tucked in the West corner of of the famous Tuileries Gardens, next to the Place de la Concorde, houses a wonderful collection of impressionist and post impressionist paintings. The museum is most famous as the permanent home of the eight large water lily murals by Claude Monet. These 8 panels, 2 metres high and spanning 91 metres length, are arranged in 2 oval rooms purpose built for the paintings. Monet is said to have helped with the architectural design, with skylights for observing the paintings in natural light. The effect is absolutely stunning. A visit to the l’Orangerie only to see Monet’s water lilies can be a justification in itself, but the museum offers much more. It also contains fascinating paintings by Cezanne, Matisse, Modigliani, Picasso, Renoir, Rousseau, Sisley, Utrillo and others. Built in 1852 as a store for citrus plants of the Tuileries Gardens, l’Orangerie was turned into an art gallery after WWI. It was remodelled several times since, notably once after WWI to house Monet’s water lilies and subsequently after 1960 to accommodate the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collections acquired in 1959 and 1963 respectively. We found the l’Orangerie less crowded than most other museums in Paris. if one is willing to spend 2 to 3 hours, it is possible to take in the entire museum in one visit, something not feasible in most other museums. Overall, a very pleasant and rewarding museum visit.
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