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Address: pl Georges Pompidou, Paris 75191
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This modern building – with its color-coded mechanical systems highly visible on the exterior – has architects debating its merits and tourists enamored of its style and contents. Displays highlight the development of Parisian art from the 18th century to the present and include works by Matisse, Chagall, and Picasso....
Address: Esplanade des Invalides, Paris 75007
This gorgeous architectural gem, completed in the 17th century, is located in the city's Faubourg-St-Germain region. It was created by Louis XIV as a home for aged soldiers and disabled veterans. Among its prominent features are a sweeping esplanade, a series of gardens, and a striking domed church, where military...
Address: pl Charles de Gaulle, Paris 75008
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This symbol of French victory was commissioned by Napoleon and completed in 1836. Adorned with sculpture and the names of military successes, the enormous arch features a small museum and rooftop viewing platform. At its base is the tomb of the unknown soldier. The arch sits at the center of place Charles de Gaulle...
Address: Champ de Mars, Paris 75007
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One of the world's most popular and well-known sites, this tower is not only a must-see for visitors but Paris's signature landmark. Although the structure was poorly received when it premiered, it's now a symbol of great civic and national pride. In fact, visitors must often wait in line before taking the elevator to...
Address: 1, rue de Bellechasse, Paris 75007
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Originally a mammoth iron-and-glass railway station, this museum premiered as an arts complex in 1900. Many visitors consider it to be the most viewer-friendly museum in the world. The museum's holdings date from 1848 through World War I, and three floors of the cavernous, modern landmark showcase applied arts from...
Address: 34-36, quai du Louvre, Palais du Louvre, Paris 75001
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The world's largest, richest collection of art and antiques occupies the Louvre, the world's largest museum and a one-time royal palace. In 1516, young Leonardo da Vinci came to Paris as painter of the Royal Court, bringing with him the "Mona Lisa." This action began the Royal Palace's transformation into a museum....
Address: 79, rue de Varenne, Paris 75007
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This museum, set in the Hôtel Biron, is a tribute to one of the world's finest sculptors. Thanks to Rodin's own donations, the facility offers a wealth of objects, including terra cotta, bronze and marble creations. Plaster and wax studies are available as well, along with his sketches, drawings, engravings, and his...
Address: 6, pl du Parvis de Notre-Dame, Paris 75004
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One of the most recognizable historic and religious sites in the world, Notre-Dame de Paris is a Gothic landmark and the city's spiritual home. Built between the 12th and 14th centuries, it's a vision of stone, stained glass and history. English language tours are offered Wednesday and Thursday at noon, Saturday at...
Address: 35, rue du Chevalier de la Barre, Paris 75018
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Built in 1873 as a symbol of Christian righteousness, this historic basilica sits on a hill at Montmartre, dominating the Parisian skyline. Its design was decided by competition, and the triple-domed Byzantine sanctuary was constructed in devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The basilica houses religious texts and...
Address: pl d'Armes, Paris
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This wonderfully extravagant palace, where royals frittered away much of the treasury, is a necessary stop for visitors. Top designers of the day created an ornate complex of gardens, lakes, stables and guest houses to complement the luxuriously furnished palace, where Louis XIV, XV and XVI lived before the kingdom...
