Location: Champs-Élysées
Top Things to do in Champs-Élysées
Top 10 Things to do in Champs-Élysées, 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.
Restaurants in Paris
1. Arc de Triomphe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45,103 reviews
The Arc de triomphe was begun in 1806, on the orders of Napoleon I to honour the victories of his Grande Armée. Inspired by the great arches of antiquity, the monument combines the commemorative with the symbolic and it has always played a major role in the national republican consciousness. Every evening, the flame is lit on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the Great War. An exhibition portrays the history and explains its symbolic importance, nationally as well as internationally. The terrace provides superb views both by day and night across the city and its great sweeping avenues.-Opening hours : April to September: from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; October to March: from 10 a.m. to 10.30 p.m.-Closed: 1st January, 1st May, 8th May (morning), 14th July (morning), 11th November (morning), 25th December-Entry fees: Adults = 9,5 €; Concessions = 6 €; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By Aveiri - Cuernavaca, Mexico
You visit the Arc crossing underground from Champs Elyseés, visit the unknown soldier tomb and it fire, from there you can see Place de la Concorde Obelisk, the details in its walls are well detailed, the scenes that represent are monumentals, love to see under the roof
2. Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore
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4.5 based on 165 reviews
One of Paris's most elegant shopping strips.
Reviewed By fashiondiva69 - Clarksburg, United States
When I did my research on Paris before my first trip in May 2019, knew I wanted to shop on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore. This is the location where all the luxury fashion brands have a store in the heart of Paris. I saved all of my shopping to do at Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore because I wanted something that screamed Paris. There is every luxury brand from La Perla to my favorite, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN. A must when shopping in Paris but don't forget your passport for your VAT discounts.
3. Avenue Montaigne
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4.5 based on 196 reviews
This street near the Champs-Élysées is known for its wide array of clothing shops, including nearly all of fashion's biggest names.
Reviewed By Noraatc - Sudbury, United States
When in Paris, I always find time to stroll along Avenue Montaigne and do some window shopping. Unfortunately, many designer boutiques were closed in the evening with windows shuttered, but I took some photos of the opened ones and added to my “Avenue Montaigne”, (Paris) “Via Monte Napoleone” (Milan) and “The 5th Avenue” (NYC) collection. I never feel compelled to make a purchase - the window displays of the Avenue Montaigne are like a museum visit for me. The art of high design at its very best - Chanel, Valentino, Nina Ricci, Louis Vuitton... So enjoyable! I must admit that prices in the US are better though.
4. Petit Palais
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4.5 based on 2,284 reviews
Built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition and completely renovated in 2005, the Petit Palais offers an artistic panorama from antiquity through the 20th century: ancient and medieval collections, precious art objects from the French and Italian Renaissance, Flemish and Dutch paintings (Dutuit bequest), icons (Cabal bequest), 18th century work (Tuck donation), French paintings and sculptures from the 19th century - Courbet, Carpeaux, Cezanne, Vuillard - and Art Nouveau creations.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Petit Palais is a stunning building. It is located across the road from its "twin" the Grand Palais. It was built in 1900 for the so called Universal Exhibition, and it must have made quite an impression. Today it is part of the Museum of Fine Arts. It is a wonderful example of extraordinarily beautiful architecture. Worth a look if you have the time.
5. Hotel De La Paiva
6. Jardin de la Nouvelle France
7. Paris Marathon
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
The Paris Marathon is one of the most important marathons in the world: 57,000 runners from more than 145 countries will follow the streets of Paris, including the Champs Elysées, the Arc de triomphe and Notre-Dame cathedral. About half of the runners are foreigners who decide to visit Paris for a different point of view.
8. Paris Photo
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Paris Photo is one of the most famous art fairs in Paris. Paris Photo takes place in the Grand Palais, near the end of the year. Every year, about 150 galleries and 30 art book dealers from more than 30 countries are represented.
9. Bastille Day
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
The Bastille Day is the 14th of July. It is the French National Day and can be celebrated all over France. The Grand Parade can be seen in Paris : France Police, Air Force, Navy and Army parade on the famous Champs-Elysées Avenue. And the climax is a great fireworks display in the evening, at the Eiffel Tower.
Reviewed By micnorwood - Newry, United Kingdom
it was 4 years ago when we were in Paris for Le Quatorze Julliet and it was an amazing day from start to finish. I spent many summers in France during my childhood and experienced the celebrations in various small french villages and Orleans so I wanted my sons to get an idea of what the day was about. We were staying with our friends in Paris and we left early and joined the crowds on the Metro to head to the Champs Elysees to watch the parade.. it was a long day standing and such crowds.. but the whole day was filled with things to see and do. The parade was nothing like anything we had witnessed before with all aspects of the forces represented - the President led the parade and there was everything from missiles paraded down the street to parachutists landing from a plane! The Pompiers (Fire brigade were also honoured for the work that they do... and the sense of national pride was evident. Uniformed officers were happy to pose for photos and the opportunity to check out the tanks etc.. the in the evening the light show at the Eiffel Tower. Honestly, if you are fortunate to be in Paris for this event it's worth braving the crowds (I personally hate that sort of environment but I had a fanatastic day)
10. La Tombe du Soldat Inconnu
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
I cannot tell a more appropriate place for the Unknown soldier tomb than this one beneath the Triumphal Arch. It is adorned with an eternal flame and ever present flowers. To reach it please use the underground passageway, do not try to run across the Etoile. Great views of Champs Elysees.
