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Category: Science & History Museums - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: Aéroport du Bourget BP 173, Paris 93352
The Space and Air Museum rests on the site where Charles Lindbergh's plane landed after the first transatlantic flight. The facility now houses more than 175 historic planes, including the oldest Massia-Biot glider from 1879, the 1908 Wright airplane, and the Concorde. METRO: La Courneuve (line 7) then bus 152
Category: Science & History Museums - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: Pont de l'Alma, facing 93 quai d'Orsay, Paris 75007
The sewer museum may be out of sight, under the streets of Paris, but it's worth a visit, especially if you're familiar with Victor Hugo's Les Miserables, or if you're fascinated with the offbeat. The city's current sewer network was begun in 1850, although some rudimentary pipes were laid earlier, under order of...
Category: Science & History Museums - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: 17, pl du Trocadéro, Palais de Chaillot, Paris 75116
Considered one of the world's greatest maritime museums, this Parisian institution details France's sea-going history beginning with the 18th century. Among the holdings are a vast collection of model ships, maritime artwork, a replica of an 18th-century vessel, the French Navy's last sailing ship, and artifacts...
Category: Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: ave Franklin-D-Roosevelt, Paris 75008
Located behind the Grand Palais, this science and technology museum is smaller and older than the Cité des Sciences, but it has a charm all its own. Created in 1937 to help people understand the scientific method, the museum brings in excellent temporary exhibits to augment its permanent displays on physics, biology,...
Category: Religious Sites - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: pl du Pantheon, Paris 75005
Classical architecture modeled on the Pantheon in Rome distinguishes this stately structure, which features both a dramatic portico and a colonnaded dome. Although "pantheon" originally referred to a temple for all gods, this building serves as the final resting place for some of France's most prestigious citizens,...
Category: Attractions - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: A1 Paris-Lille Hwy, between exits 7 and 8, Plailly 60128
Asterix is a French comic book character, and his adventures center around his home village in ancient Gaul, battling invading Romans and such. It may be obscure to non-European visitors, but that won't detract from the fun. Carnival rides and colorful games appeal to youngsters; grown-ups might find the traditional...
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Address: Place des Vosges, pl des Vosges, Paris 75004
Built on the site of a former royal residence, this planned square was constructed in the early 17th century by Henri IV. Consisting of 36 units, the complex is fashioned of red-brick and stone; ground-floor arcades are today occupied by shops and restaurants. Over the southern gateway is the King's Pavilion; above...
Category: Historic Sites - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: between quai d'Orsay and cours la Reine, Paris 75008
Often considered Paris's most beautiful bridge, Pont Alexandre III was built in 1900 for the Universal Exhibition. It links the 7th and 8th arrondissements across the Seine, and its graceful arch bears the arms of both Russia and France. The bridge is renowned for offering expansive views of nearby Invalides. It's...
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Address: western end of Île de la Cité, Paris 75006
This much-photographed Parisian landmark links the Seine's left and right banks by way of the Île de la Cité. Completed in 1607, it found immediate favor with residents, and its 12 arched segments still render it a solid yet graceful presence on the river. Although the bridge is Paris's oldest, its name translates as...
Category: Religious Sites - Paris Attractions & Activities
Address: 2, impasse Saint-Eustache, Paris 75001
This huge church, one of Paris's finest, mixes Gothic and Renaissance styles. Begun in the 16th century, it was the site of the baptisms of Madame de Pompadour and Richelieu. It was also the site of Moliere's funeral, and it shelters the tomb of Jean-Baptiste Colbert (Louis XIV's finance minister). The church offers...
