Location: 1st Arr. - Louvre
Top Things to do in 1st Arr. - Louvre
Top 10 Things to do in 1st Arr. - Louvre, Ile-de-France
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. Louvre Museum
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4.5 based on 99,632 reviews
Home to Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Louvre is considered the world's greatest art museum, with an unparalleled collection of items covering the full spectrum of art through the ages.
Reviewed By 419udays - Pune, India
This was my second visit here The place is mesmerising what with loads of historic information on the audio guide as you traverse through various lounges Painting and Sculptures were our forte then and now also
2. Domaine National du Palais-Royal
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4.5 based on 567 reviews
This royal palace, first home to Cardinal Richelieu and later a childhood home of Louis XIV, is longer open to the public, although its exquisite gardens can still be enjoyed.
Reviewed By a1eksandar - Belgrade, Serbia
Once a royal palace now the amazing spot to enjoy some relaxing time, since it's much less crowded than places nearby.
3. La Comedie Francaise
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
This famous theater, home to a drama troupe that has been performing since 1680, routinely hosts classical French plays by Molière, Racine, Corneille and others.
Reviewed By carlosmp - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The wonderful premises and its three theatres make the Comédie one of the workd’s icons as far as theatre is concernes. A great scenic art school, filled with great masters in the scene, this is an unmissable place. And if you can follow, do not miss one presentation. What a wonder of civilization!
4. Right Bank (Rive Droite)
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
The portion of Paris north of the River Seine.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
The Right Bank of the Seine River is an exciting part of Paris. There are many sights to see and enjoy, such as the beautiful Champs Elysees, the Louvre, Montmartre, Arc de Triomphe, Place Vendome, Palais Garnier and many others. The best way to enjoy them is by walking.
5. Sainte-Chapelle
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4.5 based on 27,113 reviews
The Sainte-Chapelle is the finest royal chapel to be built in France and features a truly exceptional collection of stained-glass windows. It was built in the mid 13th century by Louis IX, at the heart of the royal residence, the Palais de la Cité. It was built to house the relics of the Passion of Christ. Adorned with a unique collection of fifteen glass panels and a large rose window forming a veritable wall of light,the Sainte-Chapelle is a gem of French Gothic architecture. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open:> 1st March to 31st October: Monday to Friday: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.> 1st November to 29th February: Monday to Friday: from 9 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. The best time to visit is in the morning from Tuesday to Friday. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December and in case of negative temperatures.
Reviewed By KVirgils - London, United Kingdom
Glorious and uplifting to walk around this beautiful chapel Every time I visit I marvel at the windows especially if you visit when the sun is shining !
6. Pont-Neuf
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4.5 based on 1,222 reviews
This bridge, depicted in a famous painting by Renoir, is the oldest remaining bridge in Paris.
Reviewed By Ivisitedtheplace - Israel, null
According to my understanding of French, it is both the New Bridge (as in unused) and the Nine Bridge. Either way, it is a nice structure to cross on foot (includes the western end of the Ile de la Cite) and also an impressive structure to pass under (which I did three or four times on the amazing Batobus. When one goes under this bridge, one can see and photograph (as I did), the massive letter N on the sides.
7. Eglise Saint-Eustache
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4.5 based on 709 reviews
This huge cathedral represents a transition between Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Reviewed By nickJ4005HT - Richmond, Canada
If you take the Paris Metro and get off at Chatelet Les Halles you will find a modern underground shopping mall, Forum des Halles, the second most visited shopping mall in the Paris region with 42 million visitors. Les Halles used to be a fresh food market but it was demolished in 1971 and replaced by Forum des Halles. One flight of stairs from Forum will take you directly to vicinity of Eglise St. Eustache. The origins of Saint Eustache date back to the 13th century. A modest chapel was built in 1213, dedicated to Sainte-Agnès, a Roman martyr.The small chapel was funded by a merchant at Les Halles.The church became the parish church of the Les Halles area in 1223 and was renamed Saint-Eustache in 1303. The name of the church refers to Saint Eustace, a Roman general of the second century AD who was burned, along with his family, for converting to Christianity. The church is beautiful with stain glasses and is an example of a Gothic structure with Renaissance and and classical details. With 8,000 pipes, the organ is the largest pipe organ in France, surpassing the organs of Saint Sulpice and Notre Dame de Paris.
8. Jardin des Tuileries
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4.5 based on 7,525 reviews
Located within the Place de la Concorde, this garden demonstrates the Parisian style of intricate landscaping.
Reviewed By B5394AWsteveb - Colorado Springs, United States
This is one of our favorite strolls in Paris - Place de Concorde to the Louvre. Great people watching, picnicking and napping. Grab a chair and check out!
9. Rue Montorgueil
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4.5 based on 716 reviews
This street is known for its open-air market: a popular destination for Christmas time shopping.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
We discovered Rue Montorgueil many years ago while staying at a nearby hotel, on a trip to Paris. We rediscovered it on our most recent trip. It is a street full of life. There are countless delis, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, bakeries, and other stores selling just about everything and anything one would wish to buy. We loved the variety of cheeses and the crusty bread each morning, and a bottle of red towards the evening! We must return!
10. Jardin du Palais Royal
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4.5 based on 714 reviews
A beautiful garden dating back to the French Revolution.
Reviewed By PernilleI - Copenhagen, Denmark
While the summer sees this little park bristling with people, outdoor seating and activity it is no less interesting to visit at colder times of the year. It is of course much more quiet - a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the Rue de Rivoli and the next door Louvre museum. Accessing from the Rue de Rivoli, you first pass through the courtyard with the back and white columns in different heights installed by the artist Daniel Buren in the 1980's. They give a brilliant new perspective to the square and some excellent photo opportunities of course. Walking further into the real garden of what was the Cardinal Richelieus personal palace, there is a beautiful square garden with galleries on all sides where you can find interesting shops and cafés and restaurants. The garden has chairs available for a sit-down - and you must take some time to read the quotes sculpted through holes in the chairs. They are in French of course; but all very poetic and interesting. A rare oasis of peace in Paris!
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