Things to do in Rouen

This was my first time in France, and the cityscape was unreal! It made me think how amazing Europe is!!

[Rouen] The old town is a good place. It hasn’t rained yet, the weather is not too cold, there are still people on the street, and it’s not Sunday yet, and the food is delicious. European travel reminder: all Sundays, no matter where you are It is a dead city. When arranging your itinerary, it is recommended to rest in the hotel all day on Sundays.

The Old Market Square is a small local market in Rouen. It is very comprehensive. You can see a wide variety of goods when you visit here. You need to exchange local currency in the market, and mobile payment is not very convenient. [Scenery] There are many old buildings

The Palace of Versailles was an incredible experience and definitely a highlight of my trip to France. The palace itself is absolutely breathtaking, with stunning architecture, beautiful rooms, and so much history around every corner.The ticketing process was simple, and the ticket was easy to use for entry into all the main areas of the palace. We were able to explore comfortably without any problems.The only downside was that some parts of the gardens were under construction during our visit, so we couldn’t fully experience the gardens at their best. However, this did not take away from the overall experience. Versailles is still a must-see destination and a place I would highly recommend visiting.

An absolute highlight of our Paris trip! Going all the way up to the summit of the Eiffel Tower was worth every single penny and a complete must-do when visiting Paris.Once at the top, you are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city. The pinnacle of the whole experience was the champagne toast right at the top—enjoying a glass of chilled champagne with that spectacular view was purely magical.Everything was top-notch and smoothly organized from start to finish. We would book this experience again in a heartbeat and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Paris!

The Musée d'Orsay, converted from an old train station, boasts a high-ceilinged dome that exudes a retro atmosphere, making the building itself a highlight. Inside, it houses a vast collection of Impressionist masterpieces, with original works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir available for close-up viewing. Compared to the Louvre, the flow of people is more relaxed, making for a more comfortable and leisurely stroll. It's recommended to purchase tickets online in advance to avoid queues, and renting an audio guide enhances the experience. If you're not particularly interested in painting, you don't need to allocate a whole day; two to three hours are generally sufficient to see the core exhibits.

The Louvre was absolutely worth it! A visual feast, I didn't want to leave! Our guide was fantastic, her explanations were wonderful, I was completely engrossed! The route was also very well-planned; although it was crowded, we saw all the masterpieces and there were many delightful surprises.

I came to Paris with my family, initially thinking that seeing the architecture and taking photos at Notre Dame would be enough. However, since we were already there, I decided to try a Chinese-speaking guided tour. This decision proved to be absolutely right. It was probably the most worthwhile guided tour of our entire European trip, as I learned a lot of religious knowledge I didn't know before. The guide, I think his surname was Li, spoke very naturally, not just reading from a textbook, but connecting the history, architecture, religious stories, and development of Notre Dame with the development of Paris, incorporating a lot of information. Many things I initially thought I wouldn't understand became clear after listening. Especially the stories of the sculptures, rose windows, and fire restoration – seeing them after hearing them made all the difference. Europe is full of churches, and not understanding them can be quite frustrating. After today's tour, I felt like I had a sudden enlightenment. There was a small regret, though: some areas inside Notre Dame aren't free and require separate admission. We met at 4:30 PM today, and waited in line for 10 minutes to enter. The pace of the tour was excellent; the content was rich but not tiring, and there was no feeling of being rushed. We could ask questions anytime during the tour, and the guide patiently answered them. He was highly professional and very approachable. Today, after the Notre Dame tour, we also visited the Latin Quarter of Shakespeare and Company. This wasn't part of the tour itinerary, but the teacher gave us extra time for free because we enjoyed it. By the way, you can also pay to climb to the top of Notre Dame, but the kids couldn't climb, so we skipped it... Afterwards, we went back inside Notre Dame on our own and watched a mass. We found that because we had the guided tour, we understood many parts much better than before when we just took photos. If it's your first time in Paris, I highly recommend not trying to see it on your own. Notre Dame is free, but the guided tour is definitely worth it; it significantly enhances the entire experience. It was one of the most worthwhile activities on our trip, and I've already recommended it to anyone planning a trip to Paris. Also, try to go after 4:30 PM, otherwise the square gets very sunny. Also, Notre Dame has a dress code; you can't wear anything too revealing...