Explore the Catacombs
Skulls within the Catacombs
Visitors with a brave heart and strong stomach find the catacombs of Paris to be fascinating, albeit a bit creepy. The bones are arranged in artistic positions and may be photographed without the use of flash. Those who wish to pay their respects can take solace in the small cathedrals located within the crypts. Naturally, children, the claustrophobic and those with heart conditions are not recommended to visit the underground quarries holding the catacombs.
Catacombs of Paris
1, avenue of Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy
75014 Paris
01 43 22 47 63
catacombes-de-paris.fr
Walk Along The River Seine
The river lights at night
The River Seine curves throughout most of the city's most famous landmarks and is actually a landmark all its own. Along the river you can explore the beauty of Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower and hundreds of relaxed Parisian cafes along the waterway. During the day, a number of artists sell their paintings along the sidewalk and small booths try to sell tourist knickknacks to the many out-of-towners. In the night, the river comes alight with dinner cruises and party boats. Whatever section of the river you walk along, you are certain to enjoy a beautiful setting that has been impressing visitors for centuries.
River Seine
75012 Paris, France
Go Up the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower at night in the fog
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world--and with good reason. This marvel of architecture provides a full 360-degree view of the beautiful city below. Seeing the roads merge together at the Arc de Triomphe gives you a whole new appreciation for Napoleon's monument to the city and the view of the curving Seine River provides a new perspective to the city's unique design.
Be sure to enjoy the beautiful gardens below the tower as well, including the lovely pond filled with wild geese.
Eiffel Tower
Avenue Gustave Eiffel
75007 Paris, France
01 44 11 23 23
tour-eiffel.fr/teiffel/uk
Walk the Promenade Plantee
Along the Promenade Plantee
Only a short while ago, this beautiful garden walk was nothing more than an abandoned railroad bed located atop overgrown brick viaducts. A new renewal project transformed the area into a gardenscape filled with curving paths and entirely unusual views of the stunning city. The archades running below the viaduct have also been transformed, these are now local artisan shops and cafes. Enjoy the 2.8 mile long garden walk, then relax and enjoy a coffee at one of these beautiful cafes.
Promenade Plantee
5, Avenue Daumesnil
75012 Paris, France
33 1 43 07 72 26
