Cathedral

One of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals, which is one of the symbols of Paris and the French nation, is sure to amaze everyone and is a must-see. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, its construction began in the 12th century but was not completed until the 14th century. What everyone immediately notices are its 3 large rose rosette windows (circular), where the western one is even the largest in the world. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Paris"…

Basilica, Lookout

Translated, the name means "Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus". It is a Roman Catholic pilgrimage site on the hill of Montmartre and is the 2nd most visited tourist site in Paris after Notre Dame Cathedral. Its construction began in 1875, but was not completed until 1919. Its somewhat unusual appearance may not appeal to everyone, but it certainly captures everyone's attention. It also houses 5 bells and 1 of them is the largest in France.…

Gateway

The beautiful and large Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile is one of the most famous triumphal arches in the world and one of the icons of Paris. Every year, the Tour de France cycling race ends here. It was built for 30 years in the early 19th century by Napoleon Bonaparte to celebrate his victory at the Battle of Austerlitz. It was completed in 1836 and is shown to the world in the purest style of classical architecture. Its size makes it one of…

Church

When you drive up to this Catholic church, you'll almost feel like you've been transported here from Greece. It's modeled after an ancient Greek church, but it dates from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Paris" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-madeleine] The old Church of the Madeleine, where King Louis XVI himself was buried, used to stand here, but was subsequently moved to…

Cemetery

The most visited cemetery in the world and the largest in Paris is located in the western part of the city. While you might think that it might not be the best trip, the opposite is true, as evidenced by its attendance. It was opened in 1804 in place of the original large garden. Today, however, it still resembles more of a beautiful and peaceful garden with many trees and filled with sculptures and ornate tombstones. [btn "TOP 10 hotels in…

Palace, Museum

The Grand Palais is a magnificent building near the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. Like the smaller Petit Palais opposite, the Grand Palais was built for the 1900 World Expo. Architecture The most interesting feature of the Grand Palais is the Art Nouveau steel-and-glass structure that covers the pavilion and gives it a special atmosphere. The dominant feature of the palace is the 45-metre-high dome, visible from every vantage point…

Church

The Holy Chapel is an important two-storey Gothic chapel, which is one of the jewels of the High Gothic style. It is impressive for its architecture and large stained glass high windows, which give the whole chapel its lightness. Sainte-Chapelle is considered one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in the world. It was built in 1248 to house important relics, notably the crown of thorns of Jesus (now housed inNotre-Dame). [btn "Book a hotel…

Historic building, Lookout

The Panthéon is a stunning neo-classical building with an imposing dome that hides a triple structure. Due to its location on top of the hill of St. Jove above the Latin Quarter, it is one of the landmarks of Paris. The main purpose of the Panthéon is as a mausoleum for famous personalities. [imageFill 163666,163613] The construction was completed in 1790, but the building was originally intended as a church, today it is a magnificent…

Garden, Square, Fountain, Museum, Aquarium

The Trocadéro Gardens are one of the best views of the entire Eiffel Tower. The park has several levels and sections. At the highest point is the Trocadéro square, where there is a roundabout and you will walk between the buildings of the Palais de Chaillot. From here you have a direct view of the Eiffel Tower and the park with the water area below, which is reached by one of the staircases. The biggest landmark of the park is the so-called…

Mosque

It's definitely not the place you think of when you say Paris. If you're interested in an unconventional experience where you experience something different, a visit to the Grand Mosque might be just the thing for you. The Grande Mosquée de Paris is the oldest and largest mosque in France, the 3rd largest mosque in Europe overall, and was completed in 1926 in the Moorish style. It includes not only prayer rooms, but also a library, a school, a…

Castle, Garden

The Château de Versailles is probably the most famous château not only in France, but also in the world. The magnificent and magnificent building with its adjacent extensive geometric gardens and fountains is one of the masterpieces of the Classical Baroque. [btn "Find out prices for flights to Paris" /go-skyscanner] It was built in the mid-17th century by the French Sun King, hence known as Louis XIV, as a symbol of the absolutist monarchy. …

Basilica

The Basilica (often referred to as the "cathedral") of Saint Denis is a world-famous Gothic work that dates back to 1140. It is one of the first purely Gothic churches in the world. The basilica can be found on the northern edge of the Paris agglomeration in the town of Saint-Denis and is dedicated to the patron saint of France, Saint Divis. According to the original design, the basilica was classically intended to have two towers in the…

Castle

Château de Vincennes is a medieval château located on the southeastern outskirts of Paris. The chateau's present-day appearance dates from around 1360 to 1450, including the landmark of Chateau Vincennes, the residential and guard tower (called the donjon), which rises to a height of 50 metres. It is thus one of the highest of all French castles. In the adjacent Vincennes Forest (Bois de Vincennes), you can take a break from the hustle and…

Palace, Museum, Gallery

Like the opposite and much larger Grand Palais, the Petit Palais was built as one of the main exhibition halls for the 1900 World Expo. The building is arranged around a semi-circular garden and boasts a magnificent portal around the main entrance with Ionic columns also arranged around the façade. [imageFill 163578,163587,163586] The garden with benches and outdoor and indoor cafes is beautiful. [btn "Book a hotel in Paris at a discount"…

Historic Bridge

The Alexander III Bridge is one of the most beautiful and famous in Paris. In particular, it boasts four massive supports, which had to be built because the bridge, despite its small height, forms only a single arch, creating an extreme horizontal thrust. On each side, two decorative columns with golden sculpture capitals rise to a height of 17 metres and attract attention from a distance. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Paris" https://booking.com…

Palace, Museum

Located on the northern waterfront of the Cité, the magnificent former palace of the Royal Palace (Conciergerie in French) is the most prominent palace in the area. During the Great French Revolution, the palace also served as a prison for up to 1,200 prisoners. [btn "Book a hotel in Paris at a discount" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-conciergerie] The history of the palace dates back to the 9th century,…

Castle, Garden

The two Trianon Chateaux have beautiful French and English style gardens and are part of the Palace of Versailles complex. Still, they deserve a separate site detail as they are over 2 km away from the main Palace of Versaillesand you can purchase a separate entrance to the Trianon estate only, skipping the often very crowded main palace. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Paris" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz…

Tower, Historic building

This solitary tower with its late Gothic appearance will catch your eye right in the centre of Paris, close to the Seine River, the important Chatelet station and the Cité island. The tower of Saint-Jacques is the bell tower of the former church of Saint-Jacques-la-Boucherie, which stood here from the mid-13th century until the end of the 18th century, when it was completely dismantled for building materials. However, the bell tower, built in…

Town Hall

While the name might suggest that this opulent neo-Renaissance building from 1357 in the heart of Paris is a hotel, the reality is different. The Hôtel de ville is the Paris Town Hall, which has served its purpose continuously since its completion to this day. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Paris" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-grevin] The building is mainly used for offices, but sometimes events and…

Palace, Garden, Square, Theatre

The Palais Royal is a large complex of historic buildings in central Paris, close to the Louvre Gallery and the Tuileries Gardens. The complex of palace buildings is in the style of classical architecture and dates back to 1825. [btn "Book a hotel in central Paris" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-royal] Theatre and government offices Most of the palace is off-limits to the general public as it houses…

Square, Monument

Bastille Square is one of the most important public spaces in France. It is the symbolic site of the French Revolution, where the Bastille fortress stood, destroyed in 1789-1790. The storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789 is still celebrated as one of the most important national holidays in France. [btn "Book a hotel in Paris at a discount" https://booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-bastille] Attractions on the…

Gateway, Skyscraper

La Grande Arche is one of the main modern attractions of Paris and is located in the modern La Défense district in the west of the city. The skyscraper is shaped like a giant triumphal arch and lies at the axis of a system of streets over 8 km long, running in a single line from the Louvre Museum, through the original Arc de Triomphe and into the La Défense district. The Grande Arche was completed in 1989 to mark the 200th anniversary of the…

Church

The Church of St. Eustache is a bit of a neglected gem in Paris, yet it is one of the most accessible monuments located right in the heart of the city. The church has stood on the site near Les Halles market since the 13th century, but the church in its current predominantly Gothic form was not built until between 1532 and 1633. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Paris" https://www.booking.com/city/fr/paris.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pariz-eustach] …