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4ème ARRONDISSEMENT. 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. Located onsite, too, are the National Museum of Modern Art, the Center of Industrial Design, the Contemporary Music Institute, a Library, the Brancusi Studio, and the Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles. Shows, exhibitions, and rotating exhibits are also available. METRO: Rambuteau, Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet
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VERSAILLES. 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 gave way to revolution. Beautifully restored rooms hint at the court's wealth, as seen in the gilt, crystal and hand-painted furnishings and details. Make sure to see the historic Hall of Mirrors. Guided and unguided tours are available. Access from Paris by train (RER line C; Versailles Rive Gauche station is an 8-minute walk from the palace) or bus (#171 from Pont de Sèvres metro station).
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6ème ARRONDISSEMENT. One of Paris's most famous parks, Luxembourg was originally established in the 1600s. Not until the 19th century, however, were its grounds opened to the public. The park is known for its two elaborate fountains and for its manicured design. While many folks come simply to enjoy its beauty, the park also invites folks to play a game of tennis or chess or sail a model boat across the water. Kids love Luxembourg's puppet shows, and everyone enjoys just sitting back and relaxing. METRO: Odéon
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4. Notre-Dame
6, pl du Parvis de Notre-Dame, Paris, France 75004 · 01 44 32 16 72
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4ème ARRONDISSEMENT. 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 2:30pm. If you have the stamina to climb 387 steps, views from the north tower will take your breath away. High above the historic city center, you'll come eye-to-eye with gargoyles and see laid out before you the Hôtel de Ville, the Sorbonne and the Panthéon. Definitely worth the climb! METRO: Cité
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7ème ARRONDISSEMENT. 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 the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist periods. METRO: Solférino (line 12)
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6. Musée du Louvre
34-36, quai du Louvre, Palais du Louvre, Paris, France 75001 · 01 40 20 97 55
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1er ARRONDISSEMENT. 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. Originally built in 1190, the Louvre became an art showcase in the 1600s but didn't officially open as a museum until 1793. In 1981, then-President Mitterand spearheaded a stunning renovation of the facility, which is now even more beautiful. Nearby, Le Jardin des Tuileries provides an elegant setting for flora and white marble statues. Free admission first Sunday of the month. METRO: Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre
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