Why visit Paris?
The city of love and lights, the sophisticated and bewitching Paris is the most romantic city all over Europe. If you have not been to this fantastic city yet, it is high time that you plan a coach trip to Paris.
Paris, the capital of France, has some things to offer to the 45 million people that visit it every year. The city is located on the River Seine which has its exquisite beauty and appeal. Paris is visited by millions of tourists each year who come here to explore the beauty and stylish splendour of the city. Apart from the historical places and locations in Paris, one of the most famous tourist attractions that attract thousands of tourists each year is Disneyland Paris.
The most romantic city in the world, Paris is home to many famous churches, monuments, and museums. The following are the top places to visit in the city.
The Eiffel Tower
No trip to Paris is complete without a visit to the Eiffel Tower. Designed by engineer Gustav Eiffel, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most recognizable structures in the world and a global cultural icon of France. One of the tallest human-made structures in the world, the Eiffel Tower is illuminated on New Year’s Eve and national days of France.
Notre Dame
A medieval Catholic cathedral, Notre Dame, is an epitome of French Gothic architecture. One of the most famous church buildings in the world, Notre Dame houses some of the most important relics of Catholicism including a fragment of the True Cross and the purported Crown of Thorns.
Musée d’Orsay
Present on the left bank of the Seine, Musée d’Orsay is one of France’s most famous museums. The museum houses French art dating from 1848 to 1914. This includes photography, furniture, sculptures, and paintings. Established in 1986, Musée d’Orsay is one of the largest museums in Europe and a place worth visiting.
Musée Rodin
This mansion-like museum is one of Paris’s most beautiful sites that houses Rodin sculptures including some of his best such as the Kiss, the Thinker and the Gates of Hell. There are over 8,000 other gouaches and drawings as well that will leave you impressed. And oh, the rose gardens and the fountain make up the perfect backdrop for some great selfies and group photos.
Palais-Royal Gardens
These tranquil gardens are set away from the hustle and bustle of the central city. The palace dates back to the 17th century when it was a royal residence. Today, the place has designer boutiques, antiquaries and world-class perfumers. When you are finished roaming around, have lunch or tea at the Grand Vefour restaurant.
Ile Saint-Louis
Ile Saint-Louis is situated behind the Notre Dame Gardens. Engulfed in its serenity, you’d enjoy strolling in the courtyards of historic mansions.
Shopping in Paris
Everyone knows that Paris is one of the leading fashion centres of the world, so your trip won’t be complete until you visit the following places:
– Rue u Cherche Midi 6th.
– Quartier Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
– Marcé aux Puces de St=Ouen (Porte de Clignancourt.)
– Le Marais.
Getting the Most from your trip to Paris
“Take it slowly”
Paris is beautiful; let the magic of the place sink in. Don’t rush or be in a hurry; take it all slowly. Whether you are enjoying a view or drinking something, savour the moments.
Learn these two expressions: à emporter (AH ahm-por-tay) and sur place (SUHR plass). These two expressions would help you out whenever you visit the small, enchanting bakeries, filled up with delicious smells and flavours.
When you travel, you often have to walk. Yes, you will be going on a coach, but some places are more fun on foot than on a vehicle. So, make sure you bring comfortable shoes.
Be careful on the sidewalks! Most of the paths in Paris are narrow, and people often rush by. Don’t stop too suddenly in front of a shop, so that the people around you don’t collide into you.
The law provides some image rights to the locals. So, before taking photos at any boutiques or vendors, be sure to ask them first.
Eating and Drinking in Paris
Eating French cuisine is a privilege in itself, and Paris is one of the leading culinary centres of Europe. When you are in Paris, you should visit the following places in Paris:
– The Marais
– Saint Germain des Prés
– Rue des Dames-Batignolles
– Rue Mouffetard and Environs
– Quartier Lation – Odeon
– Port de Tolbiac
– Oberkampf-Ménilmontant. Bagnolet
– Châtelet. Montmartre
– Canal St Martin
– Bastilee
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