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Updated Jun 2024
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based on 25765 reviews"Cold but chilled night in Paris at the beautiful Seine River #Paris #SeineRiver #France"Paris4.1km from downtownHighlights: Dividing Paris into the right bank and the left bank, the Seine is the city's main river. The majority of Paris's most interesting historical sites are all located on the banks of the Seine. You can take a tourist boat for a short cruise up the Seine to enjoy the scenic beauty of both banks, including many places of interest such as the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, Notre Dame de Paris and the Eiffel Tower.Show Less - 104.8/52154 ReviewFrom93.83"Even though I'm not young anymore, I always want to visit Disney Parks around the world. Disney characters have always been my favorites from time to time. Especially watching the Parade, it's really fun. Not far from Disney Paris there is the La Valee Factory Outlet which sells branded goods from famous brands at low prices."Chessy.Disneyland Paris31.6km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: Come to Disneyland Paris，Nothing brings your loved ones together like the unique atmosphere of Disney to create memories that will last a lifetime! Shine by day, sparkle by night, and enjoy many other holiday surprises with beloved Disney characters!△ Share a wish and experience magical moments together in the most enchanting Christmas wonderland only Disney can imagine. Feel a very special festive spirit as you stroll through the sparkling streets of Disneyland® park and gaze upon the giant, sparkling tree, more magical than ever. You might even see snow on Main Street!Don’t miss the magical lighting of our giant Christmas tree△ Meet at Town Square at dusk for some very magical and heartwarming moments. Our giant Christmas tree is lit numerous times throughout the day and evening, each time lighting up the eyes of those who look at it. And the festivities continue when Mickey and his friends, Disney Princess characters and Santa Claus stop by in Mickey's dazzling Christmas Parade! to participate in the party.Feel the joy of Mickey's dazzling Christmas parade!△ Wave to our most joyfully magical festive procession: Mickey's dazzling Christmas parade! During the day, Mickey and Friends, Disney Princess characters and Santa Claus will dance and slide down Main Street, U.S.A.® on fabulous floats, adorned with their own glittering Christmas tree design. While at night, the parade shines brightly, adding even more sparkle to the most enchanting of Christmas wonderlands.Share your Christmas wishes with Disney characters… and Santa Claus! △ Gather with Disney Characters dressed in all their festive regalia and feel the magic of Christmas come to life like nowhere else. It's your chance to wish Stitch, Goofy and their friends the happiest holiday season. And even meet and take a photo with Santa himself – what will you ask him?Get together with Mickey and his friends for a happy musical sing-along△ Sing along with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy as they get into the Christmas spirit with Let's Sing Christmas! show at Videopolis in Discoveryland. With a bag full of festive songs, this celebration of music proves that there's nothing like a happy tune to bring everyone together.Have a very good Christmas!△ The time has come to gather around the table and taste Disneylicious specialties to celebrate Christmas. Warm up with a winter velouté, a poultry stuffed with chestnuts and cranberries, a ho-ho-hot chocolate, or one of the many other specialties from the Disney® Parks and Disney® Hotels... there's even a Christmas market – L’Hiver Gourmand.Show Less
- 104.8/52939 ReviewFrom25.66based on 67363 reviews"It is worth seeing, Monet Van Gogh's paintings are classic, post-Impressionist classics. The architecture is also great, typical European architecture, is the dome, the picture on the banks of the Seine, worthy of eternal memory."Paris1.9km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: ·In the "Palace of Impressionism", appreciate the Impressionist masterpieces of many art masters·Visit the noble and elegant architecture of the Orsay Museum and the six bronze statues representing the six continents in the Museum Square·Admire paintings in natural light under the large glass dome of the Musée d'OrsayThe Musée d'Orsay, located on the left bank of the Seine, has a large collection of Impressionist works and is known as the "Palace of Impressionism". Here you can admire the masterpieces of many masters of art. The palace of art, the "Impressionist" Holy Land Orsay Museum is across the river from the Louvre Museum. There are more than 4,000 art collections, which have been displayed for nearly half a century from 1848 to the beginning of the rise of Cubism (1848-1912). works of art, including paintings, sculptures, furnishings, etc. Locals often say that if you want to appreciate the art treasures before 1848, go to the Louvre; if you are interested in modern art after 1912, go to the Pompidou National Cultural and Art Center; and Orsay The museum is the transition between the two. Europe's most beautiful museums may wish to take a good look at the architecture and museum square of the Orsay Museum. It is one of the most beautiful museums in Europe. Its predecessor was the Orsay train station built by a well-known Italian architect for the Paris World Expo in 1900. Converted to National Museum. The exterior wall of the museum is decorated with white marble, which is noble and elegant. Some exquisite sculptures are also displayed on the square in front of the museum, among which the six bronze statues representing six continents are not to be missed. The gorgeous golden bell used in the railway station has also been well preserved and is still in use today, which is worth seeing. Entering the museum, you will find that there are still traces of the railway station. The railway tracks on the first floor of the railway station, the VIP lounge on the second floor, and the hotel on the third floor have been converted into exhibition halls. The large glass dome of the Musée d'Orsay is also impressive, so visitors can admire the paintings in natural light. At present, the Musée d'Orsay has more than 80 exhibition halls on five floors, open to the public on three floors. The three floors display the treasures of the collection in chronological order. The first floor hall mainly exhibits paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from 1850 to 1870, including many masterpieces by masters. When visiting, you may start from the sculpture avenue in the center of the hall, stop by the exhibition halls on both sides of the avenue, and then visit the famous model of the Paris Opera House. #Don't Miss# LaSource in Hall 1, Desglaneuses in Hall 4, Bergèreavecsontroupeau in Hall 4, Gypsy Camping Caravan in Hall 9, Olympia in Hall 14 and more. Visit the Middle Floor The middle floor displays works from 1870 to 1914, including official art from the Third Republic period, symbolism, academic paintings, and decorative arts from the Art Nouveau period. Works can be viewed in chronological order. #Don't Miss# Hall 71 displays many masterpieces, such as "Self-Portrait" (Portrait del'artiste), "Lanuitétoilée" (Lanuitétoilée), "L'églised' Auvers-sur- Oise, vueduchevet), etc. In addition, at the end of the corridor on the 2nd floor, you can also see the "Gate of Hell" (Portedel'Enfer). Visit the upper floor The upper floor mainly displays the works of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, known as the "Palace of Impressionism". #unmissable# "Ledéjeunersurl'herbe" (Ledéjeunersurl'herbe), "Blue Water Lotus" (Nymphéasbleues), "Larousseàl'ombrelle" (Larousseàl'ombrelle), "Danseàlacampagne", "Pancake Mill" The Ball" (Baldumulindela Galette), "Bronze Age" (L'Aged'airin), etc. DRINK COFFEE IN THE MUSEUM After your visit to the upper floors, sit down for a drink at The Café Campana, at the end of the Impressionist Gallery, where you can get a close-up view of the Musée d'Orsay's iconic clock, as well as a panoramic view of Paris City views and authentic Parisian cuisine. In addition, the museum has also set up restaurants and cafes on the second floor and the first floor halls, which are convenient for visitors to rest. The restaurant on the second floor has been in business since 1900, focusing on traditional French cuisine, which is very sentimental. In addition, there are bookstores and sales points at the entrance of the Musée d'Orsay and along the tour route. There are a series of books such as guidebooks and picture books, items based on the museum's collection, and postcards.△ Entering the museum, you will find that the traces of the train station remains here. The tracks on the first floor of the train station, the VIP lounge on the second floor, and the hotel on the third floor have all been converted into exhibition halls.△ Take a close look at the iconic clock of the Musée d’Orsay△ The numerous Impressionist paintings are dizzyingShow Less
- 104.7/56553 ReviewFrom35.92based on 103089 reviews"We visited the Louvre during the Easter holiday weekend. It was crowded but not as overwhelming as expected. If you’re planning to visit during busy times, it’s wise to buy a museum pass and reserve an entry slot to avoid long queues.The Winged Victory of Samothrace remains the most astonishing piece in the museum. Walking up to the statue, it feels almost like it’s waiting for you. The Mona Lisa, as usual, attracted a large crowd, but the overall experience was still very enjoyable. The Louvre’s vast collection and iconic artworks make it a must-visit, even on busy days."Paris1.2km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: ·Enjoy the charm of the locations where the movies "Phantom of the Louvre" and "The Da Vinci Code" were filmed·Appreciate the gorgeous treasures of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient Egypt and other civilizations·Visit the giant glass pyramid that combines classical palaces with modern architectural stylesThe Louvre Museum was founded in 1204. The castle has undergone many expansions and was converted into a museum after the French Revolution. It is also known as the three major museums in the world together with the British Museum in London and the Metropolitan Museum in New York. Today, the Louvre Museum has a collection of 400,000 items spanning more than 1,500 years. The Louvre Museum usually displays 10% of its total collection which will feast your eyes."Three Treasures of the Louvre": "Venus de Milo", "Mona Lisa" and " The Winged Victory of Samothrace".△ The Louvre’s gallery of antiquities, which replaced the royal apartments, displays masterpieces of Greek sculpture – including the famous Venus de Milo. You would need a heart of stone not to be moved by her grace!Aphrodite or Amphitrite?When she first arrived at the Louvre, it was suggested that her missing arms should be restored, but the idea was eventually abandoned for fear of changing the nature of the work.The lack of arms made it hard to identify the statue. Many depictions of Greek gods and goddesses contain clues to their identity in the form of ‘attributes’ (objects or natural elements) held in their hands, so this sculpture poses a problem: is she the sea goddess Amphitrite, particularly worshipped on the island of Melos? Or is she Aphrodite, the goddess of beauty, as might be suggested by her sensual, half-naked body? This second argument, and the jewellery she once wore, tipped the scales in favour of Aphrodite (‘Venus’ for the Romans). Another possible clue was found near the statue: a hand holding an apple – an attribute of Aphrodite – carved from the same Parian marble.△ This is the most famous portrait in the world. It shows Lisa Gherardini, wife of the Florentine silk merchant Francesco del Giocondo – hence her Italian name La Gioconda and her French name La Joconde. Painted against a distant landscape, she stares out at us with her famously enigmatic smile...The theft of the centuryOn 21 August 1911, panic broke out at the Louvre…the Mona Lisa had disappeared! The news spread like wildfire and generous rewards were promised for her return – but all in vain. Nothing was heard of the painting for over two years. Then one day, Vincenzo Peruggia, a glazier who had worked at the Louvre, tried to sell the world’s most famous painting to an Italian art dealer...who alerted the authorities. So the Mona Lisa was recovered – and her fame was all the greater.△ She seems to float through the air! Placed at a height, people could see her from afar. It was made as an offering to the gods for a sanctuary on the Greek island of Samothrace. Placed at a height, people could see her from afar. That is why, in a nod to her original lofty home, she now adorns the top of the Daru staircase. Nike, the winged goddess who heralds victory, is seen just as she is about to alight on a ship.A monumental staircaseThe Daru staircase is the perfect setting for this extraordinary display. It is one of six grand staircases built during the Second Empire in the 19th century by the architect Hector Lefuel.During the 1850s and 1860s, major works were underway to expand the Louvre and make it more modern. The former palace had already been partially transformed into a museum. The emperor Napoleon III had a new wing built to make more room to showcase more art. The old staircase built by his uncle Napoleon I was no longer adequate to access all the galleries. The only things left from that time are the ceilings leading to the Italian painting collections and the name Daru, a minister under Napoleon I.Hector Lefuel took up the challenge to design a new monumental space on three levels leading in four different directions. Visitors could choose themselves which way to go!The Winged Victory of Samothrace was placed in her new home on the upper landing in 1883, some 20 years after the statue was discovered.Show Less
- 104.7/53438 ReviewFrom55.75based on 142756 reviews"The Eiffel Tower in Paris evokes a profound sense of awe and admiration. Its towering presence against the Parisian skyline symbolizes both elegance and engineering marvel. Standing beneath it, I feel a blend of excitement and humility, appreciating its historical significance and cultural impact. Whether day or night, its beauty captivates, offering a timeless connection to the heart of Paris and its romantic allure."Paris4.2km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: ·Climb the Eiffel Tower-a cultural symbol of France and one of the landmark buildings in Paris·Overlook the beautiful city scenery of Paris, the whole Paris is at your feet, like a huge map in front of you·Learn about the tower’s more than 100-year history through objects, posters, photos, sculptures, paintings and videos at the observation deck on the ground floor△ A new cultural path(1st floor): Screens, touch screens, displays, digital albums, reproductions of items, etc. allow you to find out about all aspects of the Eiffel Tower, many little known.△ Your arrival on the 2nd floor is marked by amazement: Paris in all her splendour greets your incredulous eyes. You will enjoy clear views of all of the French capital's monuments: the Louvre, Gran Palais, the bends in the Seine, Montmartre, Invalides, Notre Dame, etc.△ After a spectacular ascent in glass-walled lifts, you're finally here. 276m up with only the antennae above you, Paris lies at your feet. The noise of the boulevards can't reach you here, but the wind catches you and your heart begins to race.Show Less
- 104.7/51985 ReviewFrom30.5
based on 27484 reviews"beautiful place one should try to visit in France. the magnificent historical artefacts, buildings and the vast scenery makes everything comes alive."Versailles17.9km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: ·Appreciate the gorgeous and imaginative architectural design of the Palace of Versailles·Enter the most beautiful palace gardens in Europe and encounter forests, flower paths, greenhouses, colonnades, temples, villages, zoos and numerous scattered marble statues·Don’t miss the Harvest Hall, God of War Hall, Peace Hall, churches, theaters, king and queen suites and other special exhibition hallsThe Palace of Versailles is famous throughout the world for its luxurious and imaginative architectural design. The primary attractions of the site are all located on the second floor of the main building. Perhaps the most famous one is the Hall of Mirrors. The Gallery of Great Battles is also one of the palace's highlights. The interior decoration in the gallery primarily features paintings of Louis XIV battling Spain and Germany. The palace grounds feature an extraordinarily large and gorgeously designed French garden with extremely symmetrical geometry. The Neptune Fountain can be considered the centerpiece of the gardens. To the north of the main building is the Latona Fountain; to the south of the main building are many attractions such as the orangerie and greenhouses.△ There are 1,400 fountains in the garden, and also musical fountains in summer.△ The palace is magnificently decorated, with dazzling colorful marble walls and giant crystal lamps pouring down like waterfalls.△ The inner walls and dome are covered with Western-style oil paintings, and the mythological stories in the paintings are lifelike, as if telling the glorious military exploits of the past kings.Show Less - 104.7/52092 ReviewFrom23.46based on 46090 reviews"The Arc de Triomphe is the perfect entrance to the Champs Elysee. Going to the top of it gives you one of the best views of Paris. There is also a ton of shopping and restaurants close to the Arc."Paris.Champs Elysées4.6km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: ·Securing this ticket and you can climb to the top of the magnificent Arc de Triomphe and overlook the stunning city views of Paris·Visiting the pictures, models, and historical relics in the exhibition hall to learn about the history behind them·Enjoying the unique view of the Champs Elysées in Paris at nightThis attraction is one of the four representative buildings in Paris and is currently the largest round arch on the Champs Elysées. It was built to commemorate Napoleon's victory at the Battle of Austerlitz in 1806. The four sculptural groups at the base of the Arces represent "Departure", "Victory", "Resistance" and "Peace" respectively.△ The 12 streets in Paris are centered on the Arc de Triomphe and radiate to the surroundings. They are majestic and set models for the design of European cities.△ Below the Arc de Triomphe is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, built on November 11th, 1920, to pay tribute to the 1.3 million French soldiers who died in World War I.△Magnificent night view of the Champs ElyseesShow Less
- 104.7/5836 ReviewFrom9.2"Seine River Cruise is one the river that shows off its natural beauty and features which impresses the tourists and visitors."Paris1.8km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: · Board the Seine River cruise and enjoy the charming scenery of Paris· Enjoy delicious food while admiring the beautiful scenery of the Seine on a lunch/dinner cruise· Along the Seine River to Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Conciergerie, to the Louvre and Musée d'OrsayEmbark on a Seine River cruise to experience Paris from a different perspective.△ Take a photo with the Eiffel Tower from a unique angle on the Seine River△ Take the cruise, pass by Notre Dame de Paris-the beautiful architecture written by Victor Hugo△ Enjoy a romantic dinner on the Seine River-the most famous street in ParisShow Less
- 104.7/51798 ReviewFreebased on 21673 reviews"What a heaven for girlsss who like shopping🫶🏻 I got my favourite DIOR lipstick from Sephora where everywhere is out of stock🥹 We passed by LV and DIOR and their building is gorgeous🫶🏻"Paris.Champs Elysées4.4km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: Avenue des Champs-Élysées is one of Paris's most famous avenues. It is also the heart of French fashion. Countless famous international brands are gathered here, from Disney to Louis Vuitton. Paris is the fashion capital of the world and this is the fashion capital of Paris. No matter what style, visitors are sure to find something for them. As you slowly stroll along the Champs Elysées, you will eventually come to the Arc de Triomphe. The windows facing the street are filled with elaborate displays of the most fashionable brands' newest product lines. If nothing else, you can meet your heart’s desires by going window shopping!Show Less
- 104.7/5660 ReviewFrom21.66based on 19978 reviews"the most famous and iconic opera house in the world. Located in Paris, France, this building is an architectural masterpiece from the 19th century and an important symbol of European cultural and artistic history."Paris2.3km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Trip.Best Global 100Highlights: Palais Garnier, also known as Opéra Garnier, was designed by the famous French architectural designer Charles Garnier and is a Parisian icon. It's also where the musical "The Phantom of the Opera" was based on. The Palais Garnier is a grand and magnificent building with a large number of decorations on both the interior and exterior. is gorgeous, with the walls and columns covered with Baroque statues, hanging lamps, paintings, etc., like a palace filled with gold and silver jewelry. jewelry box. As most of the performances of the Paris Opera have been moved to Opéra Bastille, Palais Garnier is now open to tourists on a daily basis.HighlightsExquisite appearance: The exterior of the building is full of exquisite carvings from the white exterior walls, arches, stone pillars to the golden Baroque statues at both ends.Magnificent interior decoration: There is a spectacular marble staircase in Palais Garnier. The lobby is surrounded by statues of various shapes, many of which are gods from Greek mythology, showing nobility under the shining of golden lights. Even the carvings under the stairs are also very delicate.There are many colorful murals on the ceiling, depicting several classical myths. There are also many bronze busts of composers among the columns, such as Mozart, Beethoven, etc. Passing through the cloister in the lounge are the golden columns, walls, statues, chandeliers and murals with gold edges on the ceiling.In addition, you can visit temporary exhibitions to fully explore the grand and gorgeous Palais Garnier!Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do in Paris?
Some Best Things to Do in Paris include:Seine River, Disneyland Paris, Musee d'Orsay, Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Paris?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Paris include:Seine River:4.8, Disneyland Paris:4.8, Musee d'Orsay:4.8, Louvre Museum:4.7, Eiffel Tower:4.7
At what locations in Paris can Best Things to Do in Paris be found?
The Best Things to Do in Paris are mainly located in:Seine River:Paris, Disneyland Paris:Chessy, Musee d'Orsay:Paris, Louvre Museum:Paris, Eiffel Tower:Paris
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