10 good reasons to go to Paris
How about a weekend discovering Paris? The “most beautiful city in the world” fascinates and intrigues. Rent your Europcar vehicle now and set off to explore the capital. Don’t be overwhelmed by the vast array of available tours!
In this travel guide, you’ll find all the must-see visits. From the Eiffel Tower to the Place de la Bastille, or wandering through alleys off the beaten path, you can choose the tone of your trip. Purely touristy or more atypical? It’s up to you!
1. Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower, because if there is only one reason to visit Paris, it would be this one. The most visited monument in France, this tower, standing 324 meters tall, remains the emblem of the capital and offers each of its visitors an exceptional panorama of the most beautiful city in the world.
2. Arc de Triomphe
Located at the junction of 12 avenues under the influence of Baron Haussmann, the Place de l’Étoile ends the Avenue des Champs-Élysées with the imposing roundabout topped by the Arc de Triomphe, a Napoleonic historical monument.
3. Cour du Commerce-Saint-André
Paris, the largest city in France, remains a place full of unsuspected hidden corners, completely concealed behind large austere facades. The Cour du Commerce-Saint-André is one of those places that, like a piece of nature that has remained green, makes strolling in the capital enjoyable.
4. Canal Saint-Martin
Located near the Gare de l’Est, the Canal Saint-Martin, frequented at nightfall by Parisian youth, is distinguished by its bucolic atmosphere. A total change of scenery, especially in summer, when it’s pleasant to stroll along the banks. A very enjoyable walk can be taken aboard a barge. You can sail down to the Bastille through various locks. Entertainment guaranteed.
5. Place de la Bastille
A key site of the French Revolution, the Bastille prison has given way to the July Column topped by the Spirit of Freedom, taking flight and freeing itself from the chains of despotism. Today, this place is a festive area where bars and restaurants surround the opera commemorating the bicentennial of the revolution.
6. Pont des Arts
Located in the center of Paris, the Pont des Arts, made famous by the thousands of locks attached by lovers, is a symbolic passage in the capital. Stroll along the Seine while enjoying one of the most beautiful views of Paris.
7. Montmartre
Visiting Montmartre means discovering the very essence of Paris with a breathtaking view of the capital from the Sacré-Cœur. Take the funicular and descend the stairs into a picturesque and lively neighborhood. A palpable romance and charm that no one can get tired of.
8. Paris City Hall
The city hall, located geographically in the heart of the capital, is a place as impressive inside as it is outside. The paintings and ornaments are sumptuous and can only remind one of those present at the Château de Versailles. A sumptuous setting for the mayor.
9. Notre-Dame de Paris
Located just a few blocks from the city hall, the Gothic cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris offers us breathtaking architecture beautifully preserved through the ages over its 850 years. Full of history and magic, whether one is a believer or not, this monument of the city of Paris is worth a visit to the capital on its own.
10. The Louvre Museum
A must-see during a stay in Paris, the Louvre Museum is a true goldmine. Inexhaustible and fascinating, you can wander for hours through the corridors of this legendary museum. The Mona Lisa and thousands of other artworks will immerse you in the history of art and civilizations.
