Paris Attractions : A Splendid Affair within Your Budget

Last Updated : Sept. 30, 2016, 9:25 a.m.

Welcome to the world of Paris, the capital city of France! The largest concentration of tourist attractions in France & most happening in Europe rests in Paris. The city has a rich vibrancy flocked by eternal destinations for you to explore. Your heartbeats tend to beat faster from the moment you start exploring the famous historic city center, a beautiful riverscape, an extensive range of historic monuments, that involves cathedrals, palaces and chapels, along with the most popular nightlife scenes in the world. For spending your normal day routines, Paris covers a wide range of  cafés and restaurants, its theatres and cinemas, with general ambiance so you feel the pulse of the city.  Paris is  considered to be one of the world’s leading centers for business, fashion, entertainment, art and culture from commercial aspects too. Let's check out the top tourist attractions in Paris which are ready to capture your heart right away:

1. Eiffel Tower

The far most prestigious iconic symbol of Paris is chosen to visit for its glimpse comes first in to-do things for most tourists. The towering covers up more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) high in the Champ de Mars park, this iron structure was build up for the 1889 World Exposition. One of the world's most photogenic viewsight, the Eiffel Tower offers an excellent photographic opportunity for the tourists in both day and night. Visitors can take elevators for grabbing the spectacular viewsight of the city or prefer to dine in one of the two finest restaurants that are located within the tower. Before making your way up, check out the rates applicable for every type of visitor adults, disabled people, children under 4, 12 to 24 year olds, etc. It also depends on how you move up the tower(lift or stairs). The prices may vary depending on your visit to the Eiffel Tower either as a family or a group. Family structure depends on number of individuals visiting Eiffel Tower.

Individual Rates

Group Rates

2. Louvre

Ranking on the top list of the world's most visited museums, the Louvre Museum finds its presence in the Louvre Palace with its signature glass pyramid symbolising as entrance. Having assembled more than 1 million objects, the Louvre brags some of the world's most finest art works such as Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” Michelangelo’s “Dying Slave” and the Greek statue, “Venus of Milo.” Rest of the famous exhibits include the ancient Code of Hammurabi,the extravagant apartments of Napoleon III,Egyptian antiquities and paintings by masters like Rembrandt and Rubens.

Count your Paris attractions tickets for Louvre once you reach the entrance, you may have to bear the cost of €9 i.e. Rs. 682.36. When you land up after 6 pm on a Wednesday or a Friday, reduction may sought to your entrance fee would be just €6 i.e. Rs. 454.9 and the museum remains open till 9.45 pm. Friday evenings will be a biggest boon for you, provided if you are under 26s as you may be getting your entrance fee for free. If you just stepped in during Bastille Day(14 ^th July) or on the first Sunday of every month, you are going to be welcomed with a free entry ticket as it is applicable for everyone. But be cautious on checking in to galleries as it gets busy during these times.

3. Arc de Triomphe

Pay homage to the triumphal battles of Napoleon Bonaparte. Visit the Arc de Triomphe, one of the most visited tourist attractions in Paris. Footing 164 feet high and 148 feet (50 by 45 meters) wide, the arch features intricate reliefs showing victorious battles and engraved names of soldiers who died fighting for the emperor. You can also see the Tomb of an unknown soldier buried at the base of the arch. Everyday the flame of remembrance gets rekindled at 18.30.

Talking about Arc de Triomphe tickets, it is applicable as:

€9 i.e. Rs. 682.36 per adult and €5.50 i.e. Rs. 416.97 reduced rate

4. Notre Dame de Paris

Your trip to Paris will remain incomplete if you haven't visited the world's famous Notre Dame cathedral. Footing more than  400 feet (120 meters) high with two lofty towers and a spire, this sensational church is cited as the leading example of French Gothic architecture. This masterpiece of the 13 ^th century allows you to admire the astonishing rose windows, beautiful sculpture, Gothic carvings, s and a collection of relics. The fares for Notre Dame de Paris account to as €10 i.e. Rs. 758.12 for independent visit.

5. Sacre-Coeur

The most prominent landmarks in Paris is the attractive distinctive white-domed basilica of the Sacre-Coeur. Positioned at the city's highest peak on the Montmartre hill, this marvellous basilica captures the attention of most of the tourists visiting every year to view its marble architecture and charismatic interior. Your tour to Sacre-Coeur greets you with exceptionally bright views of gold mosaics, stained-glass windows and one of the world’s largest clocks. Can't wait to check-in at Sacre-Coeur? First have a glimpse of fares as follows:

Entrance fees and modalities

Independent tour

Dome and crypt:€8/€5i.e. Rs. 606.5/Rs. 379.06 (For 4-16yrs)
Dome:€6/€4 i.e. Rs. 454.87/ Rs. 303.25 (For 4-16yrs)
Crypt: €3 €2  i.e. Rs. 227.44 & Rs. 151. 62 (For 4-16yrs)

Guided tours are not permitted in the basilica. A chaplain or a nun may meet with you before any request from your side has been made.

Free

Entry to the basilica is free for all visitors.

Free for young people and children                                                                                                                       Under 4s

Unleash your spirits from a monotonus life and come to have a feel of Paris wonderful attractions that are going to sweep your feet leaving you mesmerized.