The Eiffel Tower, located on the Champ de Mars, is one of the world's most recognized attractions. The tower was erected in 1889 as the entrance arch to the World's Fair. Named after its designer and engineer, Gustave Eiffel, the iron structure stands 1,063 feet tall, making it the tallest structure in Paris. The tower has three levels open to visitors and tickets can be purchased to either ascend via the stairs or the lift. Both the first and second levels of the Tower feature restaurants: 58 Tour Eiffel on the first level and Le Jules Verne on the second level. However, the third level and main viewing location is only accessible via the lift. According to the official site of the Eiffel Tower, the structure was host to 6.6 million visitors in 2009.
The Eiffel Tower
Champ de Mars
75007 Paris
FRANCE
+33 8 92 70 12 39
tour-eiffel.fr
When one thinks of art, one thinks of the The Louvre. The gallery is home to thousands of famous and contemporary art pieces, the most famous of which is notably Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa." Sections of The Louvre date back to the late 12th century, but it did not officially become a museum until 1793, when it became known as the Museum Central des Arts under the authority of the Minister of Interior. Today, known as The Louvre, it contains over 35,000 pieces of artwork including sculptures, prints and drawings, Greek and Roman Antiquities, Islamic Art, Egyptian Antiquities and more. The works of major artists including Leonardo da Vinci and Eugene Delacroix are prominently featured. The beautiful Carrousel and Tuileries Gardens surround the gallery and provide a welcoming location to discuss the wonders seen inside.
The Louvre
75058 Paris Cedex 01
FRANCE
+33 1 40 20 90 43
louvre.fr
On UNESCO's World Heritage List for the past 30 years, The Palace of Versailles is an amazing example of 18th century French architecture and one of the grandest and most lavish castles in the world. The castle claims 700 rooms, 2,143 windows, 67 staircases and 1,252 fireplaces. Situated on the outskirts of Paris in the Ile-de-France region, the castle was the official seat of power of the French Royal Family until 1789. It was here, at the Palace of Versailles, where Parisians stood their ground against the French Royal Family, forcing them to flee the location and move back into central Paris. The Palace also houses a vast array of art including 6,123 paintings and 2,102 sculptures. The Palace is surrounded by picturesque gardens with sculptures and fountains.
The Palace Of Versailles
Place d'Armes
78000 Versailles
FRANCE
+33 1 30 83 78 00
en.chateauversailles.fr
