Hey Lykkers,are you ready to dive into the heart of Paris, exploring some of its most iconic sights?
Today, let's talk about two spectacular destinations you absolutely must visit while in the City of Light!
Eiffel Tower: A Must-Visit Monument
Everyone knows the Eiffel Tower, but experiencing it in person is a whole different story. Standing tall at 324 meters, this iron lady welcomes nearly seven million visitors each year. Whether you're dining at the famed 58 Tour Eiffel on the first level or capturing breathtaking city views from the summit, the Eiffel Tower offers three levels of exploration.
Getting There: You can easily catch the metro to Bir-Hakeim or Trocadéro stations, both a short walk to the tower.
Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:00 AM to midnight in summer, and 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM in winter.
Admission: Tickets for lift access to the second floor start at €16.60, while summit access costs €25.90. Buying tickets online in advance at toureiffel.paris can save you hours of waiting in line.
If you prefer a more vigorous approach, take the stairs for €10.40 and enjoy the 1665 steps to the second floor, where you can then take an elevator to the summit. Remember, the nighttime light show every hour on the hour after sunset is a dazzling sight you wouldn't want to miss!
Louvre Museum: A Treasure Trove of Art
Next stop, the Louvre Museum, not just a monumental structure but the home to thousands of masterpieces, from ancient civilizations to mid-19th-century European art. The museum's glass pyramid is iconic, and it's the central landmark of the museum, but the real treasures lie within.
Getting There: The Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre metro station drops you right at the museum's entrance.
Opening Hours: Open every day except Tuesday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a night opening until 9:45 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Admission: Standard entry costs €17, which provides access to all permanent exhibits. Free entry is available for all visitors on the first Saturday of each month from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM.
Plan to spend at least a few hours here; there's much to see from the Venus de Milo to the Mona Lisa. Remember, booking your ticket online at louvre.fr not only avoids long lines but also helps plan your visit with an interactive map detailing each exhibit.
Where to Eat: Café Marly offers a splendid view of the pyramid and serves up French classics with a twist. It's not cheap, but the ambiance is worth the splurge. For something lighter on the wallet yet rich in taste, try the bistro Le Fumoir, just a stone's throw away, with mains around €20-€30.
Where to Stay: For a night wrapped in Parisian elegance, Hôtel Louvre Montana offers cozy rooms with an artsy flair starting at €150 per night. You can book directly at louvremontana.com.
Now, armed with this info, you're all set to conquer Paris. Get those bags packed, cameras ready, and let the adventure begin.
