The City Of Love: Things To Do In Paris

The heart of France and arguably Europe itself, Paris is one of those legendary cities that everyone has heard of. Everyone has Paris on their visit lists and they should for it is home to many iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre. A backdrop for many films, Paris is often portrayed as the City of Love and is visited by millions of tourists annually. It has a lot to offer to the tourist and in this article we shortlist the major things to do in Paris.
 

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The Eiffel Tower

Stating the obvious, at the top of any list of things to do in Paris is visiting this Tower. It lives up to its hype by offering spectacular views of the city – we recommend walking up rather than taking the lifts, as the former is much more satisfactory. You can also dine in the restaurants on the Tower.
 

The Catacombs

While the streets may be filled with romance and festivities, beneath them is the Darker Side of Paris. The Catacombs of Paris are an underground burial complex which contain six million skeletons dating back to the 18th century. These are stacked in endless corridors giving the place an extremely eerie and haunted feel. Visiting them is highly recommended as they are one of Paris’s most interesting places to see.
 

The Louvre

Another obvious choice, the Louvre is perhaps the most famous museum in the world. You could spend your entire trip to Paris exploring the hallways of this magnificent building, filled with masterpieces at every turn. From the Mona Lisa to Liberty Leading the People, see them all.
 

Notre Dame

At the center of the city looms one of the most iconic cathedrals in the world. The Notre Dame is a must see because of its stunning French Gothic architecture.
 

Remnants of Rome

Paris was not always Paris. Initially it was Lutetia, a Galo-Roman City. Modern day Paris has a lot of remnants from those days. . A coliseum, baths, remains of walls, pillars and carved stones are there for the explorer to find. However the most impressive are the Archeological Crypt beneath Notre Dame and the Roman Baths at Cluny.
 

A Wealthy Suburb

Located about 20 km from Paris, is Versailles. It was once the de facto capital of the Kingdom of France during the reign of Louis XIV. And it houses the Palace of Versailles, a spectacular display of status and wealth of the Louis Kings.
 

The Palais Royal Gardens

These quiet and serene gardens behind a 17th century palace are an excellent retreat from the hustle and bustle of the main city. The once royal residence is now home to perfectly manicured gardens and world class perfume makers.