Travel Expert
Things to see in Paris France? Looking for the sights in Paris? Or what to do in Paris? Then you’ve come to the right place. The capital of France is known for its unique and authentic sights. From the world famous Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and Sacre Coeur. We have listed for you the most beautiful, special and the most namable sights of Paris.
The Eiffel Tower is definitely among the most famous sights in Paris. As such, this impressive steel building is the most visited landmark in France. By buying a ticket to the Eiffel Tower, you can climb to the top and enjoy the view.
€10,70
Buy a ticket to take the elevator to the top, a great view.
Monday – 09:30 – 22:45
Tuesday – 09:30 – 22:45
Wednesday – 09:30 – 22:45
Thursday – 09:30 – 22:45
Friday – 09:30 – 22:45
Saturday – 09:30 – 22:45
Sunday – 09:30 – 22:45
The Arc de Triomphe (Arc de Triompf) is one of the most famous buildings in Paris. The arch at the end of the Champs-Elysee, is incredibly busy traffic square that allows major roads to intersect in the center of the city.
€13.-
Buy your tickets online, that way you don’t have to sit in line.
Monday – 10:00 – 22:30
Tuesday – 10:00 – 22:30
Wednesday – 10:00 – 22:30
Thursday – 10:00 – 22:30
Friday – 10:00 – 22:30
Saturday – 10:00 – 22:30
Sunday – 10:00 – 22:30
Think of sights in Paris? Then you think of Notre-Dame. The cathedral built in 1163 thus belongs to the city’s history and French revolution.
Free
Climb one of the two front towers (ticket required).
Monday – 08:00 – 16:45
Tuesday – 08:00 – 16:45
Wednesday – 08:00 – 16:45
Thursday – 08:00 – 16:45
Friday – 08:00 – 16:45
Saturday – 08:00 – 16:45
Sunday – 08:00 – 16:45
Of course the Louvre’s exhibition in Paris is incredibly impressive, but the building itself also deserves a place on the city’s list of sights. The pyramid-shaped building made of glass at the center of the square is magnificent!
€17.-
Also visit the park located in front of the Louvre, it is beautiful!
Monday – 09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 09:00 – 18:00
Thursday – 09:00 – 18:00
Friday – 09:00 – 18:00
Saturday – 09:00 – 18:00
Sunday – 09:00 – 18:00
The Paris Catacombs are a famous collection of underground cemeteries under the French capital. The bones of about six million Parisians lie in several places, making them a special sight of Paris.
€15.-
Reservations are required!
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 09:45 – 20:30
Wednesday – 09:45 – 20:30
Thursday – 09:45 – 20:30
Friday – 09:45 – 20:30
Saturday – 09:45 – 20:30
Sunday – 09:45 – 20:30
The Sacre cœur is one of the most striking sights in Paris. The fet white church (basilica) stands out for its beautiful location on a hill in the city. The 130-meter-high building is definitely worth visiting.
Free
Visit the underground crypt (tombs) when visiting the Sacre coeur.
Monday – 10:00 – 19:00
Tuesday – 10:00 – 19:00
Wednesday – 10:00 – 19:00
Thursday – 10:00 – 19:00
Friday – 10:00 – 19:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 19:00
Sunday – 10:00 – 19:00
Think of popular sights in Paris? Then you think of the Champs-Elysées (Champes or Elysees). The busy road through the center of the city shines with its beautiful, luxurious and authentic buildings. As such, it is truly the city’s figurehead.
Free
From the Arc de Triomphe, walk down the Champs-Elysées.
Always open
The Opéra Garnier, also known as Palais Garnier, is an opera house in central Paris. It is one of the most striking landmarks in France’s capital city. It is home to France’s oldest opera and ballet company, the Opéra national de Paris.
Free
On performance days, the building is closed, so plan your visit well.
Monday – 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday – 10:00 – 17:00
Friday – 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday – 10:00 – 17:00
The Palace of Versailles is unthinkable in the list of attractions in Paris. The castle with its most impressive gardens are part of the city’s heritage and also among the most visited destinations in the country.
€20.-
The palace is easily accessible by public transportation.
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 09:00 – 17:30
Wednesday – 09:00 – 17:30
Thursday – 09:00 – 17:30
Friday – 09:00 – 17:30
Saturday – 09:00 – 17:30
Sunday – 09:00 – 17:30
Chapel Sainte-Chapelle was commissioned by King Louis the Ninth in 1248. The beautiful purple-pink windows is what typifies the imposing building. Consequently, these windows create a spectacle of light as soon as you enter the building.
€11,50
Download the accompanying app and discover the secrets behind the windows.
Monday – 09:00 – 19:00
Tuesday – 09:00 – 19:00
Wednesday – 09:00 – 19:00
Thursday – 09:00 – 19:00
Friday – 09:00 – 19:00
Saturday – 09:00 – 19:00
Sunday – 09:00 – 19:00
The Montparnasse Tower is one of the tallest skyscrapers in Paris in the center of the city. The 212-meter tower spread over 56 floors, has a breathtaking rooftop terrace overlooking the entire city.
€19.-
Order your tickets online and avoid long queues.
Monday – 11:00 – 22:30
Tuesday – 11:00 – 22:30
Wednesday – 11:00 – 22:30
Thursday – 11:00 – 22:30
Friday – 11:00 – 22:30
Saturday – 11:00 – 22:30
Sunday – 11:00 – 22:30
The Tuilerieén is a beautiful park in the center of Paris. It connects the Seine and the rue de Rivoli, and the Louvre and the place de la Concorde. It has beautiful fields and fountains that have perfect symmetry.
Free
Bring your picnic gear and take a seat on one of the benches in the sun.
Monday – 07:00 – 21:00
Tuesday – 07:00 – 21:00
Wednesday – 07:00 – 21:00
Thursday – 07:00 – 21:00
Friday – 07:00 – 21:00
Saturday – 07:00 – 21:00
Sunday – 07:00 – 21:00
The Dome des Invalide is where the body of Emperor Napoleon was buried in 1840. The imposing building with its rich history of French history is one of the most extraordinary sights in Paris.
€8.-
Combine Napoleon’s final resting place with a visit to the Eiffel Tower, a 15-minute walk from each other.
Monday – 10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday – 10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday – 10:00 – 18:00
Thursday – 10:00 – 18:00
Friday – 10:00 – 18:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday – 10:00 – 18:00
The Town Hall is one of the attractions of Paris. It is a building which is hundreds of years old, thus showing a piece of history to anyone who wants to visit the Town Hall.
Free
In the winter months there is an ice skating rink and free to visit too!
Monday – 08:00 – 19:30
Tuesday – 08:00 – 19:30
Wednesday – 08:00 – 19:30
Thursday – 08:00 – 19:30
Friday – 08:00 – 19:30
Saturday – Closed
Sunday – Closed
The Grand Mosque in Paris is the largest mosque in France and the third largest mosque in Europe. The blue mosaic stones and the beautiful interior garden, create a breath-taking effect.
€3.-
Drink a cup of tea in the mosque’s tea house.
Monday – 09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday – 09:00 – 19:00
Wednesday – 09:00 – 18:00
Thursday – 09:00 – 18:00
Friday – 09:00 – 18:00
Saturday – 09:00 – 18:00
Sunday – 09:00 – 18:00
Which sights in Paris will you visit? Will it be the Eiffel Tower? The Louvre? The Notre Dame? The Arc de Triomphe? Or the Sacre Cœur? Let us know so we can inspire even more people when it comes to sightseeing in Paris.
