Visit Paris : 10 must-do's

Visiting Paris: what to do and what to see on your first visit to the capital? Discover the 10 must-see activities!

Top 10 things to do in Paris

French capital of gastronomy and love, Paris is the perfect city to step back in time and discover an impressive historical and cultural heritage. This is why the city of Paris welcomes millions of tourists every year. But being a foreigner is not enough to love Paris, because even living in the capital, it is not uncommon to be surprised when discovering or rediscovering one of the wonders the city has to offer.

With so many things to see and do in Paris, it is sometimes difficult to visit all the wonders that Paris has to offer in a single trip, even if solutions such as Pariscityvision allow you to save precious time by offering you the possibility to buy your tickets in advance through the internet and by scheduling guided tours. Fortunately, the city is much smaller than many other capitals, so you won't have to move around as much and won't waste too much time on transportation. Most of the most remarkable sites are concentrated in small areas in the heart of Paris, and by planning your itinerary by neighborhood and area, you can visit a dozen or so of the most famous Parisian sites in half a day.

Here are our 10 must-see things to do on your first visit to Paris : 

1. The Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is the emblem of Paris as for example Big Ben in London or the Statue of Liberty in New York. It is THE place to visit during your stay in Paris. 

2. Le Louvre

The Louvre is the largest museum in the world but it is also one of the most popular museums with collections from almost every civilization in the world. It is at the Louvre that you will find works such as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Victory of Samothrace. 

3. Notre Dame de Paris

Located on the Ile de la Cité, the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral is one of the symbols of Paris and, for many, of France. It was here that Napoleon was crowned. 

4. La Basilique du Sacré-Cœur

La Basilique du Sacré Coeur is the white monument that you can admire on the heights of northern Paris. The Sacré Coeur is located at the top of Montmartre. 

5. The Arc de Triomphe

​The Arc de Triomphe is also one of the symbols of Paris. You must have seen it at least once in your life in a photo or on television. At its top you will have a breathtaking view of the Champs-Elysées.

6. The Musée d'Orsay

​The galleries of the Musée d'Orsay contain the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces in the world: Cézanne, Monet, Renoir, Manet, Van Gogh, Degas, Gauguin, and many others are on display.

7. Luxembourg Gardens

Bordered by Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter, these beautiful gardens are loved by Parisians to leave the noise of the city for a while.

8. Le Marais

The Marais is one of the most popular shopping districts in Paris. Located in the 3rd and 4th arrondissements, the old private mansions, the superb museums (Carnavalet museum, Cognacq-Jay museum and Picasso museum), the great restaurants, the cafés, the old Jewish quarter of Paris, and the beautiful Place des Vosges make the district a must-do in Paris.

9. Opéra Garnier

​A historical and cultural monument, the Opéra Garnier is a must to add to your list during your stay in Paris.

10. The Père-Lachaise cemetery

The Père-Lachaise cemetery is the cemetery of celebrities. Many French actors, singers and artists are buried there among others.

How to get to Paris?

​Paris is one of the best served capitals in Europe with two international airports (Orly and Roissy Charles de Gaules) and 6 train stations in the four corners of the city. 

Where to stay in Paris?

​Paris offers a wide range of accommodation solutions such as private apartments and numerous hotels. Nevertheless, location is very important to optimize your travel during your stay in the capital.
If you are looking for a unique experience in Paris, the city offers a wide choice of 5 star hotels and palaces.

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