With more than thirty million people visiting the French capital every year, it should come as no surprise that there is an abundance of things to do with the family in this beautiful city, so much so that you’ll have a hard time fitting everything you want to do in. In this post we reveal five of our favourite treats that Paris has to offer the visiting family or individual.
The Eiffel Tower
The very first thing that you should do when you are in Paris is to visit the Eiffel Tower. This giant and imposing structure is over a century old and is one of the most popular pieces of architecture not only in Paris and France, but in the world. If you do not mind heights and want to see what it looks like from the highest point of Eiffel Tower, then you can buy Eiffel tower tickets online. Did you know that more than 200 million tourists have made it up the Eiffel Tower since it was built?
Cruising on the River Seine
The River Seine offers a magical view of the city as compared to the Eiffel Tower. There are some boats that allow you to take a cruise down the river and this is an ideal way to see Paris from a close-up and watching all the historic and architectural wonders. This is a great way to relax and catch up with friends while you cruise on the waterfronts of Paris.
Shopping (or people watching) at the Champs Elysees
This tree-lined street is the heart of Paris and should definitely be visited for a world-class shopping experience. Decorated with a high-end stores by all of the famous brands of the world and full of cafes and theaters, Champs Elysees is a complete entertainment hub or can also be referred to as the ‘most beautiful street in the world’ as the locals call it, making it all the more worth a visit.
The Louvre
With world-renowned pieces of art and historical artefacts in abundance, the Louvre is a must-visit destination for those who have an eye for beauty and art. This popular museum is not only the home to Mona Lisa, the most famous creation of Da Vinci, but has art and artefacts that span the ages and come from far and wide, including places like Rome and Egypt.
Disneyland
A firm favorite with both children and adults alike, Disneyland Paris is easily reachable by train, bus and car from the center of Paris. Definitely worth making part of your holiday to Paris but be warned you might need more than one day to visit all of the five magical lands. Each special in it’s own unique way, over the course of a day you can easily find yourself hanging out with the legends of the Wild West one minute and later in the same day experiencing futuristic adventure so don’t delay and buy your Disneyland Paris tickets today.
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