Eiffil Tower

Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe and for good reason. It boasts a plethora of fascinating historical and cultural attractions, as well as an enchanting atmosphere. Whether you only have a few hours or a few weeks to spend in Paris, take a look at our list of Paris’s must see attractions.

The Eiffel Tower, an icon of Paris, is a wonder of design and structure, and an impressive sight worth getting close to. Lie in the grass at the Champs de mars and gaze up. Ascend the tower for spectacular views of Paris. Return at night with a bottle of Merlot to watch the spectacular light display. The Eiffel Tower tops out at over 1,000 feet, containing 2 restaurants, a souvenir shop, a post 

office (for that one of a kind postmark), snack bar, and a viewing area.

A trip to Paris isn’t complete without visiting its most recognized landmark, the Eiffel Tower. Most tourists climb to the second storey, which offers an unparalleled panoramic view of Paris.

If you’re not afraid of heights, why not visit the top storey where you can indulge in a glass of chilled champagne or rosé? Or for a magical experience, consider visiting the tower in the evening, as each night it illuminates for a special light show.

Fifty tons of paint are used every 5 years to repaint the structure. A permanent light display goes off every hour in the evenings. Skate 187 feet above the Earth, during the winter, as the Eiffel Tower Paris turns the first floor into a rink. The tower has two restaurants, Altitude 95, located on the first floor 95 meters above sea level, and "reminiscent of an airship moored above Paris" according to the Eiffel Tower website. Also on the first deck are a souvenir shop, exhibit on the Paris tower, snack bar, and the post office. On the second floor, a specialty food shop, the restaurant Le Jules Verne, some historical panels, and another snack bar (in case you're using the stairs instead of the elevator). At the top level, along with panoramic views, is a replica of Gustave Eiffel's office, complete with wax figures of the man himself.

Also important to mention in a Paris travel guide are some of the world famous museums Paris is home to including the gigantic Louvre, which houses the Mona Lisa; the Musee d'Orsay, with artists such as Renoir, Monet, and van Gogh; and the National d'Art et de Culture Georges Pompidou, home to a modern art collection.The Eiffel Tower Paris, still a marvel of structure and design, is a must see stop on any Paris itinerary. Constructed for the World's Exhibition of 1889, the Eiffel Tower Paris was slow to be embraced, but is now a beloved symbol of Paris, and one of Europe, if not the world's most recognizable.