From the outside, the elaborate French Renaissance architecture of the Paris City Hall is an…read moreimpressive sight to behold. If you were able to book a tour several months in advance, kudos to you for your foresight because there was next to no chance Jamie W and I could see what we heard was quite an opulent 19th-century decor, including a reception area that apparently replicates Versailles' Hall of Mirrors. That was too bad because we visited the real Versailles just the day before. However, when we were circling the building, we discovered there was an exhibition that allowed public access to one area. It celebrated ten years of the Paris Agreement and highlighted each participating country listing the strides made in addressing climate change (Photo 5). The U.S. was conspicuous by its absence. We also noticed the best view of the exterior was across the street at Terraza Mikuna, the rooftop bar at the BHV Marais department store (review: https://yelp.to/w2yP08aK-z). RELATED - Exploring Paris? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/zgkvOwnB6r

This is the city hall of Paris. It's in the Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in the Esplanade de la…read moreLibération in the 4th arrondissement. The mayor's house used to be the city hall, but in 1357, the mayor moved the town hall to this place. In 1533, they built the king built the town hall here.

From the owner: Mairie Pour accomplir les différentes formalités administratives, les bureaux sont ouverts du lundi…read moreau vendredi. Le samedi, seuls les services de déclarations de naissance et de décès sont ouverts ainsi que ceux délivrant les fiches d'état-civil. Les locaux hébergent également des services publics dépendants du département ou de l'Etat, comme les services sociaux, une antenne de police et le tribunal d'instance. Certaines associations et organismes sociaux y organisent leur propre permanence, ainsi tous les lundis de 17h à 19h45, des avocats vous apportent des conseils juridiques gratuitement.

From the owner: Mairie En 1852 débutèrent les travaux d'édification du bâtiment principal, sur une parcelle de…read moreterrain appartenant à "la ferme de l'Hôtel Dieu". Acquisition de la ville de Montrouge, ce n'est qu'en 1859 que Paris récupère le bâtiment municipal avec la division en 20 arrondissements et les modifications des limites de la ville.Pour accomplir les différentes formalités administratives, les bureaux sont ouverts du lundi au vendredi. Le samedi, seuls les services de déclarations de naissance et de décès sont ouverts ainsi que ceux délivrant les fiches d'état-civil. Les locaux hébergent également des services publics dépendants du département ou de l'Etat, comme les services sociaux, une antenne de police et le tribunal d'instance. Certaines associations et organismes sociaux y organisent leur propre permanence.

Landmark in Paris, France…read more.. I've visited this famous piece of architecture a few times before I knew about Yelp. Back in 2000, I was here with my former co-worker. She didn't want to visit because there was a bomb threat. I told her that it's just a threat. How many miles and hours did we fly to just stay in the hotel room? She ended up walking outside with me... LOL! Our friend dropped us off this time to just get photos. He and his wife drove around the block and picked us up in-between stops. Parking is quite the challenge here! Be on your best behavior... some guards with guns marched past us!

I had a 3 pm reserved ticket To The Top and arrived 30 minutes early. I'm glad I did because they…read morewere running behind schedule. Once On Top I was almost 1,000 feet above ground and the views were dramatic. One level is fully enclosed behind large windows and the level above is open air with large metal screens for protection. That day the wind was calm so it was very pleasant to be on that level. On the open air level you can buy a glass of champagne and macarons to celebrate if you wish. Above you the tower rises for about another 100 feet for radio antennas, etc. It costs extra to go To The Top and it is worth it. If you do, go there first and then work your way down to the 2nd and then 1st levels. You can only access The Top by elevator. The 2nd level (400 feet) and 1st level (200 feet) are accessible by elevator and stairway. Remember it's much easier going downhill than uphill. By the way, the stairs are open air but enclosed with metal screens making it impossible for you to fall off. If you are on the 1st level and want to exit it is faster to do so by stairs rather than waiting on the elevator. There are upscale restaurants on the 1st and 2nd levels and there are chairs that you can sit on and enjoy the view. Actually, the famous French landmarks are better seen from the 2nd level than The Top. There are 2 Metro stations within less than 10 minute walking distance to the Tower so getting here is easy. It amazes me that this HUGE landmark was originally designed to be a temporary structure only, They were suppose to take it down but decided it was too popular.

We stumbled upon city hall while out walking through the city. Not knowing what the building is…read more(there's nary a sign around), we googled the site only to discover that it was the City Hall of Paris. The beauty of the building is undeniable..it is quite breathtaking. In the courtyard in front of the building there is a small merry-go-round (only suitable for children) and a beautiful fountain. Worth checking out.