Paris attractions

Place de la Madeleine, (2.07 km) (show on map)

Type: Church

Originally built as a temple to the glory of Napoleon's army, it was latter converted into a church by King Louis XVIII after the fall of Napoleon.

The Madeleine was absolutely incredible!! It was by...

– nbn (Sep 18, 2008)

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82 boulevard de Clichy, Montmartre, Montmartre (2.94 km) (show on map)

Type: Famous Cabaret Show

Home to the famous French Can-Can dancers and there are shows here everyday. You can come and have dinner whilst watching the show or you can just come and watch the show, depending on what you do and what show you see the prices will differ.

Most of us have seen the film, so whilst visiting Pa...

– Caoimhe (Apr 3, 2009)

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Paris (3.41 km) (show on map)

Type: Cemetery

The largest cemetery in Paris and one of the most famous cemetries in the world, it is home to some very famous graves. Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison are both buried here along with many famous French figures.

If you don't count the price of the helpful map to s...

– Donal (Nov 19, 2007)

One of the most famous places to visit in Paris, the...

– Stephane (May 1, 2007)

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Ile de la Cité (0.53 km) (show on map)

Type: Famous Monument

Built to house relics from the Passion of Christ in a safe place, the church is a perfect example of Gothic architecture. Louis IX purchased the crown of thorns and other relics of the Passion and housed them her for many years.

La Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie complex on the i...

– Donal (Jul 23, 2007)

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213 rue Saint-Honoré (1.41 km) (show on map)

Type: Shop

Modern clothing and artwrok can be found here, the shop is a world spanning three-levels where hi-tech meets fashion. There is plenty to see here with the shop being over 700 square meters in size.

Stylish store with fancy things, every time I visit ...

– martinkokes (May 31, 2007)

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Stade de France, Saint Denis, , (7.28 km) (show on map)

Type: Stadium

With the Rugby World Cup held here we thought a trip...

– Caoimhe (Apr 3, 2009)

France's magnificent new stadium located in Saint De...

– ronner (Oct 4, 2008)

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4 boulevard du Palais, Ile de la Cité (0.49 km) (show on map)

Type: A church.

An impressive example of Gothic architecture, this church was built by King Louis IX to house priceless Christian relics. Examples of stained glass, many dating back to the 12th century, also adorn the church walls.

Exquisite reliquary chapel built by Louis IX to hous...

– anonymous (Dec 29, 2008)

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Hôtel Salé, 5 rue de Thorigny (1.05 km) (show on map)

Type: A museum.

Hosting a large collection of paintings and sculptures by world-famous artist Pablo Picasso, this museum also holds temporary exhibitions.

To see so many Picassos (and a few other artists) un...

– Donal (Apr 14, 2009)

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Various locations on the banks of the Seine (1.21 km) (show on map)

Type: Beaches on the banks of the Seine.

Every year for four weeks spanning the end of July and most of August, the streets directly beside some areas of the Seine are closed and transformed into metropolitan beaches. This operation started in 2002 and draws huge crowds each year.

Paris Plage is to seen to be believed! Trust the Fre...

– killanigia (Apr 30, 2009)

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Place du Panthéon (1.47 km) (show on map)

Type: A famous building.

Reminiscent of the Pantheon in Rome, construction on the Pantheon began in 1758. In the crypt, you'll see the tomb of the famous writer Voltaire.

We hadn’t planned on visiting The Pantheon on our ...

– Caoimhe (Apr 3, 2009)

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(1.65 km) (show on map)

Type: A large park.

Opened to the public in the 19th century, this is one of the largest public parks in Paris. In the park you'll find an octagonal pond, numerous statues, gardens and lots more.

Le jardin du Luxembourg is probably my favourite pla...

– killanigia (Apr 30, 2009)

After visiting The Pantheon we walked a little furth...

– Caoimhe (Apr 3, 2009)

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(3.44 km) (show on map)

Type: A large park area.

Established in 1867, this park covers an area of almost 25 hectares. With its own lake, it sees around 3 million visitors annually.

Les buttes chaumont is a park in the city centre of ...

– leonidas213 (Apr 3, 2009)

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Rue des Fossés-Saint-Bernard, Place Mohammed-V (1.62 km) (show on map)

Get off the metro around Jussieu/Quai de la Rapee or...

– Guffer (May 3, 2007)

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Jardin des Tuileries

The Oangerie houses a private collection featuring e...

– TravelBugged (Mar 13, 2008)

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24, Rue Edgar Faure (3.93 km) (show on map)

Tour of eight people plus a guide. 1/2 hour orienta...

– rainman (Nov 7, 2007)

Tours of 8 people plus guide. About 1/2 hour gettin...

– rainman (May 1, 2007)

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Face au 93 quai d'Orsay (3.40 km) (show on map)

Type: Museum

Going 500 meters into the Parisian sewers, this museum traces the history of the Paris sewer system from Lutecia to the present day. There are examples of the machinery of the past and present on display and an audio visual show.

The sewer museum in Paris. It's located in the actua...

– Lionel (May 1, 2007)

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Quartier Montmartre/Jules Joffrin (3.06 km) (show on map)

Type: Famous Area

Montmartre was home to the Bohemian lifestyle that was synonomis with Paris in the past and many famous painters from Salvador Dali to Vincent Van Gough lived here at some time during their life. Now there are many nightclubs in the area.

This place is from my point of view one of the nices...

– Lionel (May 1, 2007)

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Place Charles de Gaulle (4.19 km) (show on map)

Type: Monument

One of the most famous of Paris' monuments, building of it was finished under King Louis-Philippe. There is pedestrian access via an underpass and there is an exterior observation level which is accessible by a lift or stairs.

It is actually huge arc in the middle of big roundab...

– kralcak (Jan 24, 2008)

An absolute must see attraction when in Paris probab...

– Emmet (May 15, 2007)

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6 Place du Parvis Notre Dame (0.68 km) (show on map)

Type: Famous Cathedral

Another of Paris' famous monuments, the Cathedral has had a rich history. It suffered desecration during the radical phase of the French Revolution in the 1790s and was nearly torn down in the early 19th century.

We went to this cathedral on sunday evening and ther...

– kralcak (Jan 24, 2008)

Each time I go in Paris, I have to spend there few m...

– mariachicano (Aug 13, 2007)

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35, Rue du Chevalier-de-la-Barre, Rue du Chevalier-de-la-Barre (3.05 km) (show on map)

Type: Roman Catholic Basilica

A popular landmark in Paris, dedicated to the sacred heart of Jesus. It is located at the highest point of the city giving it the best view of Paris.

Among my favourite sights in all of Paris. Sacré-Co...

– killanigia (Apr 30, 2009)

If you want to see this basilique qo there in the ev...

– kralcak (Jan 23, 2008)

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