Transportation between airports and the city center

Charles de Gaulle Airport

RER B train

Runs between the airport and Gare du Nord railway station. The ticket is valid for metro transfers within the metro area. Travel time 25-30 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are not valid!

Price: 11.80 €

Roissybus

Runs between the airport and Opera without stops. Transfer options to metro lines 3, 7, and 8 at Opera. Travel time 60-75 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are not valid!

Price: 13 €

Bus 350

Runs to Gare de l’Est station, where there are transfer options to the metro (lines 4, 5, 7). Travel time 60-80 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are valid!

Bus 351

Runs to Place de la Nation station, where there are transfer options to the metro (lines 1, 2, 6, 9) and RER A. Travel time 70-90 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are valid!

Night buses (Noctilien)

At night, buses N140 and N143 run to Gare de l’Est station.

Public transportation tickets and passes are valid!

Prices for trains and buses for Charles de Gaulle Airport can be found here!

Orly Airport

Metro 14

The metro line runs north-south through Parisopn, providing direct access to the city centre.

A separate ticket is required (Ticket aéroport Orly), public transport tickets and passes are not valid!

Price: 13 €

Orlyval and RER B

The Orlyval metro runs to Anthony station, where you can change to the RER B (which takes you directly to the city centre).

Public transport tickets and season tickets are not valid on the Orlyval line!

Price: 13 €

Bus and RER C

At the airport, follow the „Paris by train” sign to reach a bus called Go C Paris, which takes you to the Pont de Rungis RER station. From there, the RER C train takes you to the city center, connecting to several metro stops.

The RER ticket is valid for metro transfers within the metro area. Public transportation tickets and passes are not valid!

Price: 4.50 €

Orlybus

The bus departs from the airport’s south gate H and west gate D.

It runs to Denfert-Rochereau metro station, where there are transfer options to metro lines 4 and 6. Travel time 25-30 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are not valid!

Price: 13 €

T7 tram and metro

Take the T7 tram to Vilejuif-Louis Aragon metro station, where you can transfer to metro line 7. Single ticket is required.

Public transportation tickets and passes are valid for the tram!

Bus 183

Runs to Porte de Choisy station, where you can transfer to metro line 7. Travel time 40 minutes.

Public transportation tickets and passes are valid!

Beauvais Airport

Located 80 km north of Paris, near Beauvais city. Some discount airlines fly here.

Bus A02 connects to Paris Saint-Denis University station, where you can transfer to metro line 13.

Price:

• Online: adult one way €16.90 / return €29.90€, child (4-11 years) one way €9.90 / return €19.90, infant (0-3 years) free
• On stage: adult one way €18.00 / return €35.00, child (4-11 years) one way €18.00 / return €35.00, infant (0-3 years) free

All information can be found here!

Paris public transportation

Paris transportation is based on the metro and RER suburban trains, which densely cover the city and its immediate surroundings.

Paris is divided into five zones (city center is zone 1). Almost all attractions are within zone 1.

Transportation is free for children under 4 years old!

On mobile, you can buy tickets online in the Bonjour RATP app.

Single ticket (T+)

Valid within the Île-de-France region on buses, trams, metro, and the Montmartre funicular, regardless of zones.

For RER, it’s only valid within zone 1.

The single-ticket system is a bit complicated because transfers are allowed, but not always! I’ll try to explain it simply:

• On metro, RER, from metro to RER, and from RER to metro, it’s valid for unlimited transfers within 90 minutes;
• From tram to tram, tram to bus, bus to bus, and bus to tram, it’s valid for unlimited transfers within 90 minutes;
• Transfers from bus/tram to metro/RER and vice versa are not possible!
• Transfers are not possible on night buses!

Price: 2.50 €

Day Pass (Navigo Jour)

Available only as one-day version, valid for calendar day (00:00-23:59).

Valid on all transport in zones 1-5, except: Orlyval, Orlybus, metro line 14 to Orly airport, RER B to Charles-de-Gaulle airport.

Price: €12

Weekly Pass (Navigo Découverte)

Valid Monday through Sunday, requires a photo on the pass! The zones 1-5 pass is valid to CDG and Orly airports, Versailles, and Disneyland!

Price for all zones (1-5): €31.60

Seine River Cruises

The Bateaux-Mourches company’s boat departs from Pont de Alma. Free for children under 4, discounted for ages 4-13. All information can be found here!

The Batobus company’s boat has 9 stops where you can get on and off. There are day passes and consecutive 2-day passes. Unlimited trips are possible within one or two days! Free for children under 3. Timetable can be found here!

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Back in November, I found a Wizz Air flight from Budapest to Paris for 7500 HUF, which conveniently flies to Orly Airport. However, the return flight on Monday was quite expensive, so instead, I traveled to Rome that day, not home. 🙂

Friday

Getting to the city from Orly

The plane landed at Orly at 12:30 PM, which is located in the southern part of the city. There is a direct bus to the city center (Orlybus), which is not covered by public transport tickets and day passes. However, the T7 tram can be taken with a single journey ticket (€2.15), and you can transfer to Metro Line 7 at Villejuif-Louis Aragon station. Follow the T7 signs at the airport.

Public transport tickets

Ticket machines are available everywhere, and it’s worth getting the Paris Visit Card. This card allows unlimited travel. Zones 1-3 are sufficient (I stayed in the suburbs, and it was enough to get there). I bought a 3-day pass for €30.90 (1, 2, 3, and 5-day passes are available).

Day passes must always be validated: at the gate for the metro and in the validator machine on buses and trams. It’s important to note that the day pass is valid for the calendar day, with the first validation on the first day.

The name, as well as the start and end dates, should theoretically be written on the day pass. I didn’t write them, and the inspector didn’t mind.

The regular ticket (called t+) costs €2.15 and is valid for 90 minutes (just like in Budapest). However, here, only the following transfers are allowed: from bus to bus, bus to tram, tram to tram, and tram to bus. Transfers to the metro are not allowed.

Luggage storage

I didn’t want to carry my backpack until evening, so I left it at the luggage storage at the Gare d’Est train station, which is quite cheap. It’s located on the -1 level next to the Paul bakery, and there is a security service.

It’s open from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM. There are three locker sizes: small (€5.50), medium (€7.50), and large (€9.50). I chose the small one, but it still had a large capacity. Close the door, turn the lock, insert the coins into the machine, and you’re done. The receipt will contain all the information. It only works with coins, but there is a change machine where you can get coins for banknotes. To open the locker, insert the receipt into the slot, and the door will open.

Supposedly, there are luggage storage facilities at other train stations as well (Gare de Lyon, Gare du Nord, Gare Montparnasse), but I can’t confirm this. Gare d’Est is quite central and served by several metro lines, making it suitable for luggage storage.

Sacré Coeur Basilica

I traveled here by metro, and after a short walk, the impressive basilica stood before me on the hilltop. Entry is free, so definitely go inside! I walked up, but there’s also a funicular.

A mass had just started, making the beautiful interior even more sublime. The size is truly immense, especially the dome.

Facing the basilica, there is a clean restroom to the right, which costs €2 to use.

Place du Tertre

A few hundred meters away is a small square and a few streets with many cafes, restaurants, and shops. It’s a very charming area worth a stroll.

Place de la Concorde

This is a large square where the Champs-Élysées begins, one of the city’s central squares.

In the middle stands a large obelisk, and on the north side is the beautiful Hôtel de la Marine. The square was under renovation, but it’s a good starting point for a nice walk.

Champs-Élysées

I probably don’t need to say much about this. The wide avenue is one of the most famous streets in the world. There are many elegant shops here, including the Louis Vuitton and Dior buildings, which are noticeable from afar.

I would highlight two palaces. The Grand Palais was closed for renovation, but entry to the opposite Petite Palais was free. It’s an art museum with a smaller exhibition that could be visited. However, the interior of the building was also worth seeing.

Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe marks the northwestern end of the Champs-Élysées. It’s only when you see it in person that you truly grasp its immense size.

The traffic around it is always heavy, making it difficult to get a good photo. The best shot I got was from the opposite side, so it’s worth crossing to the road opposite the Champs-Élysées (there is also an underpass, which is easier).

You can also use the underpass to reach the monument itself. Here, you can buy a ticket to the observation deck at the top. I didn’t go up because it was raining a bit, and the weather wasn’t good for the view.

Eiffel Tower

I know many people prioritize going up to the observation deck, but I didn’t feel the need. Instead, I went to Montparnasse on Sunday, from where you can see the tower.

I walked from the Arc de Triomphe, and it was quite exciting to get closer and closer to the tower. Then, from the banks of the Seine, you can take great pictures, and I even caught a rainbow. Its size is indeed massive, and I wasn’t disappointed.

I decided to wait until it got dark. I sat in the Champ-de-Mars park for a bit, and suddenly the tower lit up. I highly recommend experiencing this sight.

I had planned just this for the day, so I took the metro to get my bag and then headed to my accommodation.

Saturday

Rain was forecasted for the afternoon early in the week, so I strategically planned to visit the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay museums in the afternoon. In the morning, I visited a few places despite the cloudy weather.

Panthéon

One of the metro stops leading to the city was not far away, so I started my morning here. Unfortunately, there were two large tents in front of the building, so you couldn’t see it clearly from the front, but its immense size was still evident.

And since I was here, it was also worth visiting the Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont church behind the Panthéon. Its beautiful portal and decorations are extraordinary.

Jardin du Luxembourg

One of Paris’s most important parks is at the end of the road leading to the Panthéon.

It’s a large, spacious park with many statues, the Luxembourg Palace, and a fountain in front of it. I spent some time here; there are many chairs, some reclined for better relaxation.

Église Saint-Sulpice

This church is a few blocks away from the park and is the second-largest church in Paris. It also appeared in the movie „The Da Vinci Code.”

Entrance is free, so of course, I went in to see it from the inside.

Musée d’Orsay

I had a ticket for noon, and the entry process took just a minute. Definitely buy tickets online in advance because the line for on-site ticket purchase was very long!

I left my coat in the free cloakroom and set off to explore the museum. You immediately enter the section you see in many pictures. It’s a great experience to stand there and realize you’re in such an important museum!

There are several levels, organized by styles and periods. It’s worth visiting here before the Louvre because, after the culture shock, you might not be as enthusiastic. 🙂

Louvre

I bought my ticket on Wednesday for 3 PM, and it’s almost mandatory to purchase in advance. I didn’t see any on-site ticket sales, which is no surprise given the constant high demand.

There are two entrances. One is at the famous glass pyramid, where there was a huge line. It started raining just then, so the visitors got pretty wet. In bad weather, don’t join this line!

I was savvy and went to the other entrance, which is under the Louvre. If you face the building, it’s on the left side, at the gate that opens onto the street. There’s a small mall here, so at least the weather is pleasant. Entry was pretty quick; I was inside in about 15 minutes.

There is a free luggage storage area on level -1. After closing the locker, you enter a four-digit code, which you use to open it. Remember the locker number and especially the code.

Then I started exploring. I could write pages, but I think it’s unnecessary. The sheer number of works is incredible, and if you want to thoroughly explore it, you need to dedicate a day. Honestly, by the third hour, I was tired: combined with the Musée d’Orsay, it’s a massive culture shock in one day. 🙂

Most people, of course, are at the Mona Lisa (Room 711). I find it a bit puzzling why it’s the biggest attraction. There are countless other works that are much more beautiful. But to each their own…

It’s worth having a system for your visit: for example, start in one direction and explore one floor, then move up and back. Sometimes you don’t know where you are. 🙂

Sunday

Notre-Dame

The famous cathedral, which was damaged by fire a few years ago, is soon to be completed.

I started this day with a visit there. The construction is still significant, so you can only clearly see and photograph the upper part. Honestly, there’s nothing particularly special about it from the outside, but because of its name, it’s a must-visit.

Louvre from the outside

Walking along the Seine, I crossed the Pont des Arts bridge to the inner courtyard of the Louvre. This time it wasn’t raining, so I was able to take good photos.

Jardin des Tuileries

You can walk from the Louvre to the Place de la Concorde through this park. There’s nothing extraordinary about it; it’s a pleasant resting place, but nothing more.

Colonne Vendôme

A few streets from the park stands a square with a Roman-style column topped with a statue of Napoleon. The square is surrounded by elegant buildings, including the Ritz Hotel.

Église de la Madeleine

Seeing pictures of this church immediately reminded me of my trip to Athens. From the outside, it resembles an ancient Greek temple.

Since entry is free, I naturally went in. I caught the end of a mass, with a beautiful choir singing, so I stayed until the end. I hadn’t attended a French mass before, so I can check that off my list. 🙂

Place de la Bastille

I took the metro to this square, where the famous fortress once stood. You might remember from history class that the Storming of the Bastille was one of the main events in French history. Today, only a monument, the July Column, in the middle of the square, commemorates it.

Les Invalides

From the square, I took bus 69 here, now in rainy weather. It was supposed to rain for half an hour, and when I arrived, it stopped just in time. The building is a large, castle-like complex, with a main courtyard and some parts you can explore.

Entry to the Dome des Invalides is free, and there is a smaller exhibition of military artifacts on the upper floor.

Napoleon’s tomb is here, in a mausoleum, where the famous leader rests in a large sarcophagus. I didn’t go in because I was pressed for time.

Centre Pompidou

In my opinion, one of the world’s most interesting-looking art complexes. At first glance, I would have thought it was some kind of factory if I didn’t know what it was. 🙂

Hôtel de Ville

This is the city hall, a beautiful building. With the Olympics taking place in Paris this year, this is also advertised in the pictures.

Montparnasse Tower

I took metro line 4 to the Montparnasse-Bienvenüe station. There are few signs indicating where the entrance is, so it took me 10 minutes to find it. If you exit from the train station, the tower is right in front. The entrance is on the left side.

After a security check, it takes a minute by elevator to reach the 56th floor. This is a closed observation area with a café and a gift shop. You need to go up one flight of stairs to the open terrace on the 59th floor.

I bought my ticket online for 5:30 PM because sunset was at 6:00, so I could see Paris in both daylight and darkness. I stayed up for more than an hour, and it was wonderful to witness the Eiffel Tower starting to light up. It’s worth buying the ticket for sunset.

Monday

My flight from Orly to Rome departed at 9:35 AM, so I left my accommodation at 6:30 AM. I took the T7 tram to get there.

At Orly, you no longer need to remove electronic devices and liquids from your bag; the new X-ray machine can check them as is.

(The travel dates were from 09-12 February 2024, and prices and other details were valid at that time.)

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The capital of France is located on the banks of the Seine River. Paris has played a significant role over two millennia and continues to be one of the world’s leading economic and cultural centers, among the four most important cities globally.

Paris attractions

Eiffel Tower

Naturally, this is the first thing that comes to everyone’s mind about Paris! The tower standing on the banks of the Seine is one of the world’s most famous landmarks.

It is named after Gustave Eiffel, the engineer who owned the designing company. It was built for the 1889 World’s Fair and was the tallest structure in the world until 1930. The tower’s total height is 324 meters, with the tower itself being 300 meters tall, topped with a 24-meter television antenna.

It’s worth waiting for sunset in the nearby Champ de Mars, when they start to light it up. A great experience!

The tower has several levels, with the 3rd level being the highest (276 meters high), which can be reached by a lift from the 2nd level.

Prices, opening hours, and online ticket booking are available here!

Access: by metro line 6 to Bir-Hakeim, line 8 to École Militaire, line 9 to Trocadero; or by RER C train to the Champ de Mars-Tour Eiffel stop.

Champs-Élysées

It’s definitely worth walking along Paris’s famous avenue, where you can encounter numerous world-famous brands. The road runs between Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe.

Access: the metro line 1 runs underneath the avenue, with Charles de Gaulle-Étoile and Concorde as the two endpoints.

Arc de Triomphe

The Triumphal Arch stands at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, another iconic structure of Paris.

Napoleon ordered the building to proclaim the glory of the French army. Since the emperor was a fan of ancient Rome, it was modeled on the similar monument of Roman ruler Titus. It was not completed until Napoleon’s fall, finishing in 1836.

The Arc de Triomphe bears numerous inscriptions, partly commemorating about 158 locations of Napoleonic battles and, in accordance with the emperor’s last will, all 660 generals of the era. Beneath the arch is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where an eternal flame burns.

Its top serves as an observation deck. Free for EU citizens under 26! All information here!

Access: by metro lines 1, 2, 6, and RER A train to the Charles De Gaulle-Étoile stop.

Place de la Concorde

One of Paris’s main hubs, from where the Champs-Élysées starts.

It was once the scene of revolutionary bloodshed. Today, the American embassy and the Crillon luxury hotel are located here, offering a splendid view towards the Arc de Triomphe.

The square’s defining element is the column erected by King Louis Philippe of France. It is the counterpart of the obelisk standing in front of the Luxor Temple, donated to France by the Egyptian viceroy, Mohammed Ali, in 1829.

Next to the obelisk stand two fountains – symbols of river and sea navigation –, and statues of France’s eight leading cities surround them.

Access: by metro lines 1, 8, 12 to the Concorde stop.

Grand Palais

The Grand Palais is one of the most significant buildings on the Champs-Élysées, notable even from the outside.

It was built for the 1900 World’s Fair as a monumental symbol of art and technology. Its architectural style is characteristic of the Beaux-Arts movement, blending modern architectural and artistic trends of the time with classical elements.

Its magnificent façade, huge glass roof, and elegant wrought iron structures make it particularly remarkable. The large glass dome above the main entrance and the fine decorative elements reflect the spirit of the Belle Époque era.

The building is divided into three main sections: the Palais de la Découverte (Discovery Palace), the Grand Exhibition Hall, and the National Galleries, which host various art and science exhibitions.

Access: by metro lines 1, 13 to the Champs-Élysées–Clemenceau stop.

Petit Palais

The Petit Palais is opposite the Grand Palais, in many ways, its smaller counterpart.

It was also built for the 1900 World’s Fair to showcase arts and crafts. Today, it houses the Paris Fine Arts Museum (Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris).

Its collection is extensive, ranging from antiquity to the end of the 19th century, including paintings, sculptures, art objects, and graphics. It features French and European masterpieces, as well as masterpieces of ancient and medieval art.

Notre-Dame

Paris’s most famous Gothic cathedral rises with its large size and beautiful decoration on one of the small islands in the Seine.

The cathedral is a masterpiece of early Gothic architecture. Its foundation stone was laid by Pope Alexander III in 1163, and construction continued until 1345. Napoleon I was crowned emperor here in 1804.

Notre-Dame is built of stone, with the cross-vaulted solution typical of large Gothic medieval churches. Its three richly decorated portals and the equally ornate stained glass windows are significant decorations of the cathedral. The great rose windows made of multi-colored glass are also important elements. Many consider its 113-register, five-manual organ to be one of the best instruments in the world.

The building was severely damaged in a fire on April 15, 2019. After years of work, it will be open again in December 2024!

Access: by metro line 4 to the Cité stop.

Sainte-Chapelle

Located a few hundred meters from Notre-Dame, its tower is visible from afar. The 13th-century Gothic chapel is a popular tourist attraction for its interior.

The single-nave chapel is famous for two peculiarities. One is the two-level solution, a rare example in medieval church architecture. The other is the upper chapel’s large rose window and 15 huge, stained-glass panels, depicting Old Testament scenes, events from the life of Christ, Saint Helena, Saint Louis, and the Apocalypse.

All information here!

Sacré Coeur

North of the city center, the imposing basilica stands on the city’s highest hill.

The building was erected in memory of those who fell in the war against the Prussians, and the location is no coincidence (Montmartre means „Martyrs’ Hill”).

The church has five domes, and its interior is covered with marble and mosaics. The building is 85 meters wide, 35 meters long, the dome is 55 meters high and 16 meters wide. The highest point of the dome is 83 meters. Bronze statues of Joan of Arc and Saint Louis stand on either side of the main entrance.

Entrance is free!

Access: by metro line 2 to Anvers, line 12 to Abbesses. If you want to avoid stairs, a funicular operates to the square in front of the basilica.

Les Invalides

Not far from the Eiffel Tower, this complex contains monuments and museums related to France’s military history.

One of the most important parts is the Dôme des Invalides. The double church on the complex’s main axis was the venue for masses held for former soldiers.

Napoleon is buried under the dome. His sarcophagus, as well as his characteristic hat and coat, can be viewed for an entrance fee.

Entrance to the building’s main courtyard, the upper floor, and the Dôme des Invalides church is free!

Access: by metro lines 8, 13 to the Invalides stop.

Panthéon

A building similar to the Roman Pantheon, it serves as the resting place for famous French individuals.

Originally intended as a church by King Louis XV, in honor of Paris’s patron saint, Saint Genevieve, it became the burial place for France’s greats from 1885. It houses the remains of Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Voltaire, among others.

Architecturally, it combines the colonnades of the Louvre and the dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London with Gothic structural solutions. The hall of Corinthian columns closely resembles the similar structural unit of the Roman Pantheon.

All information here!

Access: by metro line 10 to Cardinal Lemoine, then 250 m on foot.

Opera

The Palais Garnier has been operational since 1875, a neobaroque building that can accommodate 2200 spectators.

At the entrance of the theater, between the columns, bronze busts of famous composers (e.g., Mozart, Rossini, Auber, Beethoven) can be seen.

Access: by metro lines 3, 7, 8 to the Opera stop.

Madeleine Church

This church receives less attention, but it is worth seeing both inside and out.

Napoleon had it built after the Battle of Jena in 1806, but it was only completed in 1842. It shows the influence of the Maison Carrée in Nîmes, southern France, and even the Theseion in Athens, built during the time of Pericles.

Its bronze door is adorned with bas-reliefs depicting the Ten Commandments. Notable in the richly decorated marble and gold interior is the dome fresco, and valuable sculptures can also be seen.

Access: by metro lines 8, 12, 14 to Madeleine stop.

Colonne Vendôme

This column is a monument to the glory of the Napoleonic wars, especially commemorating the victory at Austerlitz in 1805.

It is 44 meters high, and bronze melted from cannons captured during the Battle of Austerlitz was used for its construction. At one time, a statue of Napoleon, dressed as a Roman deity, stood at the top of the column.

It was modeled after the ancient Column of Trajan and is covered in spiral bas-reliefs depicting important events from Napoleon’s campaigns.

The square is surrounded by elegant buildings, including famous brand stores and the Ministry of Justice.

Access: 450 meters on foot from the Opera.

City Hall (Hôtel de Ville)

The central building of Parisian administration, definitely worth a visit.

Built in the 16th century but reconstructed in the 19th century after a fire. It’s a stunning example of the neo-Renaissance architectural style, with a richly decorated façade adorned with statues and bas-reliefs, paying tribute to historical figures of Paris and significant events in France.

The interior is also uniquely rich in decorations, including frescoes, carvings, and spectacular stained glass windows.

It is open to the public on a limited basis, with access possible during certain exhibitions and open days.

Access: by metro lines 1, 11 to Hôtel de Ville stop.

Statue of Liberty

This is a small-scale replica of the original Statue of Liberty in New York.

The 11.5-meter-tall statue is located on the southwestern tip of the Allée des Cygnes, an artificial embankment island in the Seine, not far from the Eiffel Tower. It is oriented so that its face looks towards New York.

Access: by metro line 10 to Charles Michels stop, then 550 meters on foot.

Moulin Rouge

The famous cabaret inspired two films of the same name and still hosts performances today (though quite expensive). Many famous singers and stars have performed on its stage.

Access: by metro line 2 to Blanche stop; line 12 to Pigalle stop and then 200 meters.

Jardin du Luxembourg

One of Paris’s most popular and largest parks, great for walking and relaxing.

It spans over 25 hectares and combines different styles: English, French classical, and natural. It is adorned with numerous statues, fountains, and flower beds, including the famous Medici Fountain. The park features a large artificial pond, the Grand Bassin.

On its northern side stands the Luxembourg Palace, today the seat of the French Senate.

Access: by metro lines 4, 10 to Odéon stop, then 300 meters on foot; RER B train to Luxembourg stop.

Attractions near Paris

Disneyland

If traveling with children, this is an unmissable attraction among the sights of Paris! Many accounts describe the indescribable experience for children meeting Mickey Mouse or seeing the pink castle.

Eurodisney consists of two parts. One park is Disneyland Park, more suitable for younger children. The other is Walt Disney Studio Park, where older children can also enjoy themselves. Additionally, there’s Disneyland Villages, where shops and restaurants await visitors.

For children, especially the younger ones, Disneyland Park will be of most interest as it brings to life the characters and buildings of the fairy tale world. It is divided into five areas and has a total of 39 attractions! The iconic pink Sleeping Beauty Castle is located in this park.

Entrance to all rides is free with the purchase of an entry ticket! Prices and all other information on the official website!

Access:

• Get off at Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy station, from there it’s a 2-minute walk to the entrance. From downtown Paris, it’s a 35-minute trip by the RER A suburban train;
• From Charles-de-Gaulle airport, Disneyland is very easily accessible by TGV, only a 9-minute journey.

Versailles

Although about 17 km west of the center, its famous palace and park are definitely worth the visit. It played an important governmental role but has long functioned as a museum.

Its most famous room is the Hall of Mirrors (Galerie des Glaces), which is open to visitors. The Grand Trianon is also located here, where the treaty that significantly reduced Hungary’s territory was signed on June 4, 1920.

Access:

• By RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche terminal station (in zone 4);
• or by bus 171 to Chateau de Versailles terminal station (starting from Pont de Sévres metro station on the city side).

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Top 10 museums in Paris

Louvre

What better place to start than with one of the most renowned museums!

One of Paris’s most famous public buildings, it’s world-renowned both for its architecture and the museum it houses. It’s been the largest exhibition space in the French capital since 1793.

In the 20th century, a glass pyramid made of steel, aluminum, and glass, standing 21.65 m tall with a side length of 35.4 m and consisting of more than 660 glass panels, was erected in the square bounded by the Louvre building. This remains an iconic part of the museum to this day.

Its collection includes more than 35,000 artworks from prehistory to the 19th century, showcasing humanity’s cultural and artistic evolution from various parts of the world. Its most famous piece is Leonardo da Vinci’s „Mona Lisa” which is the museum’s most visited piece.

There are two entrances: at the glass pyramid above and below at a small plaza (Carrousel). In bad weather, the latter is preferable.

Purchase tickets online in advance due to high interest at all times. You can buy them for a specific time, but once inside, you can stay as long as you like.

All information here!

Musée d’Orsay

Another famous museum in Paris, specializing in the art of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Located on the banks of the Seine, not far from the Louvre, it was built for the world exhibition in 1900 as the Orsay train station, which was converted in the 1980s. The large central hall under a glass roof, once the arrival and departure site for trains, has now become the museum’s main exhibition space.

The collection primarily focuses on French impressionism and post-impressionism, featuring works by masters such as Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, Gauguin, and Toulouse-Lautrec. Additionally, the museum’s collection includes sculptures, photography, graphic arts, and decorative arts.

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Centre Pompidou

The building is interesting from the outside, appearing at first glance to be a factory. But in fact, it’s a very important art center.

Its exterior is industrial design, where structural elements such as pipes, stairs, and structural frames are located, marked with color coding for different functions.

French President George Pompidou initiated the creation of a cultural institution that presents all forms of modern art. The museum is home to modern and contemporary art from the early 20th century.

The collection includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, films, and other visual arts. Notable artists such as Picasso, Kandinsky, Matisse, Duchamp, and Pollock are featured, along with digital art and multimedia creations.

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Musée Rodin

The Rodin Museum, dedicated to the work and life of the renowned French sculptor Auguste Rodin.

In 1916, the artist himself offered his entire art collection to the French state on the condition that an institution be created to display his works. This opened in 1919, after Rodin’s death. Almost all of his important sculptures and more than 7000 drawings can be seen, as well as ancient artworks collected by the artist.

It’s located in a beautiful 18th-century rococo-style mansion, the Hôtel Biron. Rodin used the building and its accompanying garden as his own studio and home in his final years. The mansion’s garden serves as an outdoor gallery where many of Rodin’s famous sculptures, including „The Thinker” and „The Gates of Hell” are displayed.

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Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac

The museum near the Eiffel Tower showcases the art and culture of non-European civilizations.

It is named after Jacques Chirac, the former President of France, who was a great supporter of the project and committed to promoting cultural diversity and non-European arts.

Its collection includes over 300,000 artworks and objects from the museum’s four main geographic areas. The exhibited items include rare sculptures, masks, jewelry, musical instruments, as well as textiles and clothing articles, showcasing the richness and diversity of different cultures.

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Musée de l’Orangerie

The museum located next to the Place de la Concorde primarily houses a collection of early 20th-century impressionist and post-impressionist art.

It is most famous for the permanent exhibition of Claude Monet’s „Water Lilies” series. The artist donated these works to the French state, on the condition that they provide an appropriate place for the artworks.

However, its collection is not limited to Monet’s masterpieces but also includes works by many other prominent artists. The museum’s second level houses the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume collection, which contains over 140 artworks, including pieces by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, and Modigliani.

The exhibition provides an excellent overview of the artistic movements of the early 20th century, including impressionism, post-impressionism, cubism, and the schools that developed from these movements.

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Musée Carnavalet

It presents the history of Paris from prehistoric times to the 20th century, with a particular focus on the French Revolution.

The museum is established within two historic buildings: the Carnavalet Hotel and the Le Peletier de Saint Fargeau Hotel, with the former being the main venue.

Visitors can see over 600,000 items, including paintings, sculptures, furniture, models, photographs, and personal objects that showcase various aspects of Paris’s history and cultural life.

Outstanding pieces in the collection include items related to the French Revolution, such as the key to the Bastille prison, as well as objects associated with famous personalities like Voltaire or Marcel Proust.

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Musée Grévin

This is a wax museum featuring lifelike replicas of famous personalities, historical figures, and cultural icons.

Its former artistic director, Alfred Grévin, was a renowned caricaturist and wax sculptor, after whom the museum is named. It started as a simple exhibition space but now showcases both historical and modern era’s famous personalities.

It houses over 200 lifelike wax figures, including international celebrities like Michael Jackson, Albert Einstein, or the French presidents. It also immortalizes historical scenes and famous movie scenes.

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Fashion Museum (Palais Galliera)

Given that Paris is a fashion capital, this museum must also be mentioned.

It was built from a generous donation by the Duchess Marie Brignole-Sale Galliera, who dedicated the museum to herself and fashion. It has been operating as a public institution since 1977.

Its collection consists of more than 200,000 items, spanning from the 18th century to the present day, including clothing pieces, accessories, sketches, photographs, and fashion designs. Visitors can admire the works of the most famous French fashion designers, such as Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, and Christian Dior, as well as international designers.

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Palais de Tokyo

One of the most significant contemporary art centers is located on the banks of the Seine, near the Eiffel Tower. It received its name from the street on which the building is located.

It does not have a permanent collection but hosts temporary exhibitions. These exhibitions showcase the works of contemporary artists from around the world, from painting and sculpture to digital art and multimedia installations.

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