A must visit when you're coming to Paris! A huge insight to the history of the city and the…read moreunfortunate happenings that were part of it. I definitely walked out of this feeling a bit of dread and uneasiness, but was also enlightened after learning more. We bought our tickets ahead of time and came to the Catacombs about 10 minutes before our entry slot. There were several other people waiting in line with us and once you get in, you're able to walk as slow or as fast as you please. We bought the additional audio guide and I'm glad we did, as it gave us a lot more detail and background than what we would've gotten from just reading the placards. There are a good amount of steps here so wear comfortable shoes! It also gets colder as you get deeper into the catacombs so wear a layer just in case.

The major thing we wanted to do in Paris was visit the catacombs, an underground ossuary containing…read morethe bones of more than six million people. The catacombs are part of Paris' abandoned mine and quarry network, and bones were moved to the catacombs because the cemeteries were running out of space. The first bones were transferred from the Cimetière des Saints-Innocents after the cemetery was closed in 1780 due to overuse. The catacombs are an extremely popular attraction, and purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended as a limited number of people are admitted each hour, and with good reason -- the experience would be extremely unpleasant if overly crowded. However, you can only purchase tickets one week in advance, and the catacombs are not open on Mondays. The two full days we were in Paris were Sunday and Monday, so I had to ensure that we were able to get tickets for Sunday April 7. Fortunately I was successful! Tickets were €29 each, although per the website, they are now €31. Unfortunately, the catacombs are not accessible for people in wheelchairs or who have mobility issues -- the 1.5km long route has 243 stairs -- 131 to descend and 112 to ascend. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and if you want to see bones and skulls (no full skeletons, though), the Paris catacombs won't disappoint! [Yelp collections: Europe 2024; Paris, France; Beware of stairs!]

This is a nice place to slow down and relax and enjoy the fresh air in Central Paris. It's free…read moreand it's also apparently the oldest park in Paris. The elegant palace is also adjacent to a large green expanse called the Gardens of Luxembourg.

The Location: Metro #4 & 10, Exit : Odeon. About 10 minutes walk to the garden…read more The Palais is under-construction. There are many securities around the building. Very beautiful building! In the mean time, can check out the museum and hanging out at the park which is the largest park in Paris!

This is the prime Paris destination…read more I loved walking around le tour Eiffel and the champs de Mars. There are hire a few gimmicky souvenir shops and snack stops in this location. I went around 8 PM in September, which at this point, was still bright and sunny. I was quite bummed out by the fact that I wasn't able to see the tower light up, but it was still a great experience.

If I could sum up my experience in one word it would be WOW!…read more We came to the Eiffel Tower on a Friday evening and were blown away. To get into the Eiffel Tower and to access the tower itself (on top/under) you will need to go through security screening. Security screening included an x ray of bags and walking through a metal detector. To go under the Eiffel Tower, there was no cost. Once you were under the Eiffel Tower there were stands to purchase treats which included croissants, coffee, and snacks. To go on top of the Eiffel Tower, you had to pay money. We purchased tickets to use the lift to very top which included the second floor and top floor for approximately €37. On the second floor, there was a panoramic view of the city along with gift shops, restaurants, and tapas options. We personally selected Madame Brasserie (one of two high end restaurants). On the top floor, you got a 360 view of the city along with Eiffel's apartment. The top had options to purchase champagne, macarons, or other treats. It was crowded, however, everyone wanted to notice and embrace the beauty of the city. There was also an announcement sharing to be aware of pick pockets, but if you were aware of your surroundings, it was not an issue (just like everywhere, remain diligent and aware). Our experience was beautiful and I can't wait to return.

From the owner: Ministère de la Justice L'Hôtel de Bourvallais est situé sur la prestigieuse place Vendôme, au…read morecoeur de Paris. Construit en 1699, il devient l'hôtel particulier de M. Poisson de Bourvallais qui lui donne son nom. Emprisonné à la Bastille, son hôte est contraint de l'abandonner au roi, qui l'attribue alors en 1718 au chancelier. Depuis cette date, l'Hôtel de Bourvallais demeure la résidence des chanceliers et garde des sceaux.

Well I'm just going to go ahead and give it 5 stars even though we weren't able to go inside. But,…read moreit was still cool to be able to stand directly across the street from the French version of the White House otherwise known as President Macron's present residence. There were a few officers out front, and in the immediate area there were police stationed at the Minister of Interior which is across the street and on every corner for a few blocks.

From the owner: La résidence officielle des présidents de la République depuis 1873. Edifié en 1718 pour le Comte…read mored'Evreux, le palais fut racheté par Madame de Pompadour en 1753 puis il revint à Louis XVI en 1764. En 1805, Napoléon offrit l'hôtel à sa soeur qui le fit embellir par le Salon d'Argent et le salon Murat où se déroule aujourd'hui le Conseil des Ministres. L'intérieur luxueux est orné de tapisseries des Gobelins, de meubles et de tableaux du XVIIIè siècle, mais il ne se visite que lors des journées du patrimoine. Il est la résidence du Président de la République Française.

I came here early on a Monday. At that time, there were not a lot of tourists, meaning there was a…read morelot of space to take pretty photos. There were also not many cars out either, which was good for me! Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. It is one of the most famous landmarks in Paris and directly across from the famous shopping street. Pro tip: come early, 9-10 AM is the best time.

Quality/Quantity - Another tourist attraction. Crazy busy. Still beautiful and has much history…read more One of many of France's monuments. I like the underground path to get here, to avoid the dangerous traffic. You can pay to go to the top which we did not. I believe you can buy tickets online in advance. Ambiance - See pictures. Service - Self service. Price - Free for us as we did not want to go to the top. 22 Euros, $26 USD to go to the top. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since 1810...? Final completion was in 1830.

So, this is one of the many vanity projects that you will find around Paris, and this place was…read morebuilt by Louis VX. Okay, sadly the road looks directly at the Eifel Tower, but other than that it is pretty impressive. In fact there are quite a number of famous people buried here. It's actually quite cool finding a tomb and thinking, gee, I've heard of that person.

A church turned mausoleum for greats like Victor Hugo (interestingly enough, when we were in…read moreBrussels we actually stayed next door to a home he had there). Neoclassical architecture that's stood the test of time for centuries. Deeply rooted in French history it's a must-see for any architecture and/or history buffs. The tour is educational and informative.

The Pont Neuf (French translation): "New Bridge") is the oldest standing bridge across the river…read moreSeine in Paris, France. It stands by the western (downstream) point of the island in the middle of the river that was, between 250 and 225 BC, the birthplace of Paris. I had to get as close as I could to take my photo. I was at the mercy of my daughter. She planned the daily activities as it was her first visit to Paris. I let her dictate as I have been to Paris before. She wasn't interested in the river and bridge like I was. I'm a fan of rivers and bridges. I hope to return for a closer view. For now I hope you appreciate this beautiful bridge. It's a historic wonder to me. It's an arch bridge made of stone. When you visit Paris go see it up close and take lots of photos!

The Pont Neuf, or New Bridge, is the oldest bridge across the Seine. It was new for its time. It…read morewas built in the late 1500s and finished in 1607. It has 12 arches, following the Roman style. On the sides of the bridge, you see mascarons, or faces with masks. There are almost 400 different faces of mythological characters. These are copies. The originals were made my Pilon in the 1500s. They're in museums now. The closest metro is called Pont Neuf. Please visit at night when it's so beautiful with the lights and the reflection in the river.