Location: 8th Arr. - Élysée
Top Things to do in 8th Arr. - Élysée
Top 6 Architectural Buildings in 8th Arr. - Élysée, 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. 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. La Madeleine
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4.5 based on 2,232 reviews
A beautiful church built by Napoleon in honor of his troops.
Reviewed By adalbert3 - Newport Beach, United States
Sitting up high with its 52 Corinthian columns and Greek Temple appearance, it is easy to understand that initially it was planned to be a memorial to Napoleon's Grand Army. When Napoleon fell, it became a Catholic church. It may be that because the exterior is so imposing that when you walk inside, the combination of dim light and the beautiful statue of Mary Magdalene behind the Main Altar create a sense of calm and comfort. Things not to miss---the Pediment above the entrance showing the Last Judgment, the Baptism of Christ sculpture by Francois Rude, the Statue of Mary Magdalene by Charles Marochetti (up close), the History of Christianity by Jules-Claude Ziegler in the Nave of La Madeleine (the frescoe is showing the main figures of the Christian religion & as a testament to the time, it included Napoleon right in the center), the bronze doors following the theme of the ten commandments and the statues of the various saints on the Colonnade. This church has a funny way of making you want to come back---it does not have the high level of ornamentation that you find in some cathedrals (however, it does have some beautiful sculptures) but it definitely has it's own personality. Check out my photos for more details.
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4. Gare St. Lazare
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4.0 based on 379 reviews
This train station served as the inspiration for a series of paintings by Monet.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Gare St. Lazare is a huge station. We came here several times and felt quite comfortable finding our way around. Its history goes back a long way, to around the early part of the 19th century. It's a beautiful station architecturally and there are many shops inside so you are sure to find something to buy.
5. Grand Palais
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4.0 based on 2,275 reviews
The Grand Palais in Paris is the iconic monument of the Rmn-GP, where we showcase our biggest exhibitions to best advantage in its vast spaces. We also host events organized by others, such as FIAC, Paris Photo, catwalk shows during Fashion Week, the Saut Hermes equestrian event, etc. Culture is represented here in all its forms, attracting over 2 million people each year.
Reviewed By RGSOUNDF - Mercerville, United States
One thing we would absolutely emphasize for the first time visitors. Grand Palais doesn't have one entrance, but three entrances. The main entrance, along avenue Winston Churchill (opposite Le Petit Palais), one on the corner of avenue Winston Churchill and avenue du Général Eisenhower (corner entrance with a staircase) and one along avenue du Général Eisenhower. Walking from the corner towards the last entrance, there is an additional entrance, but that's the police post, the Police Commissariat of the 8th arrondissement, not intended for visitors. As a matter of fact, there is a fourth entrance, behind the museum, on avenue Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and even though being a part of the Grand Palais complex, it is a separate science museum, Palais de la Découverte. Try to find out where exactly "your" exhibition is located before heading to the Grand Palais. Grand Palais is a very versatile museum space, and it hosts numerous events, from automobile salons to art exhibitions and food shows. The building itself is magnificent, a fine example of the Beaux-Arts architectural style, a true embodiment of La Belle Époque. It wasn't our first time at the Grand Palais, but the exhibition we visited, "Toulouse-Lautrec: Resolutely Modern" dedicated to the great post-Impressionist artist was nothing short of excellent. Located on several levels, it was the most comprehensive exposition of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, with works from the museums in private collections, from Brazil and the USA to Russia and England. We won't elaborate on the details of the exposition, for it closed about 2 weeks ago, but enough is to state that it felt like a more significant cultural event than the much-touted Leonardo da Vinci's exhibit at Louvre. We would also like to stress the importance of an audio-guide. And it is not about a language barrier (we know French quite well, plus all the signage was in both French and English) but about new and exciting information and enriching explanations one gets from an audio-guide, even if/when you think you know the works, particular artist or topic well.
