Sightseeing in Paris is made easy with the use of Double Decker buses with open tops, referred to as ‘Les Cars Rouge’. This is a great way to make the most of a day in Paris while seeing everything that you can without having to walk through the entire city. In the case that you see something that you would like to explore more, you can simply hop off of the bus at any time.
Getting around to other destinations in Paris through the use of a self-guided tour is easy using the Metro. It is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to get around Paris. All of the popular destinations are accessible through the Metro, but be sure to brush up on your French before your visit, in case you need help with directions.
The traditional visit to the Eiffel Tower is an essential part of the Paris Vacation as well as enjoying traditional French food in a fine dining experience. French food is revered throughout the globe and should be enjoyed at least once during the visit to the capitol city of France.
You should spend some time to visit the museums here to understand the local culture and heritage. This would be a great exposure for your children if you want them to know about the unique culture in France.
Theatre in Paris is fantastic, with shows such as the Moulin Rouge. Great seats to these shows that offer great views and great seats can be purchased for as little as 70 Euros. Theatre is one of the best ways to spend the evening in Paris and is an experience that cannot be missed.
Make sure you bring a reliable camera because there are many places where you can take photos.
The Eiffel Tower has garnered much attention and international publicity and is one prominent symbol associated to France, just as how the Statue of Liberty is associated with America. Built by Gustave Eiffel, this tower is not only a popular landmark but is an architectural achievement and the tallest tower in the world before the Empire State Building’s construction.
When planning a trip to the Eiffel Tower, its best to book a place in a hotel many months in advance because there are about 6 million visitors in Paris annually and hotels are full all year round. Some hotels to consider in accommodation are the Hotel Passy Eiffel which is a charming 3 star hotel located near Eiffel Tower and Champs Elysees. Also there is Hotel Relais Bosquet, also 3 star hotel and ideally located between Eiffel Tower and Invalides, in the very heart of Paris. The Hotel Tourville is 4 star hotel and is located near Champ de Mars and Eiffel Tower. The hotel has very spacious rooms. Another 3 star hotel would be the Hotel du Cadran located in the center of Paris, near Eiffel Tower and Orsay Museum. The Hotel Latour-Maubourg is a parisian hotel with 40 rooms all equipped with WiFi internet connection, bathroom, TV satellite and individual safe.
Paris has over 5,000 restaurants that prepare gastronomic delights time and again. Some of the well known French cafes and bistros are L’Ardoise that serves classic French dishes, such as calf’s liver cooked in sherry vinegar and scallops cooked in basil oil. La Tour d’Argent is a national institution that serves mouth-watering and expensive dishes with half the menu dedicated to duck cuisine. Other restaurants are such as Guy Savoy, Buddha BarGoumard, Le Grand Véfour, L’Alcazar, Le Jules Verne and the Black Calavados.
