What to See & Do
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Eiffel Tower | ★★★★★ | Landmark + Panoramas | Paid € |
| 02 | Orsay Museum | ★★★★★ | Museum - Impressionism | Paid € |
| 03 | Invalides | ★★★★☆ | Landmark + Museums + Churches | Paid € |
| 04 | Rodin Museum | ★★★☆☆ | Museum - Sculptures | Paid € |
| 05 | Quai Branly Museum | ★★★☆☆ | Museum - World Art | Paid € |
| 06 | Maillol Museum | ★★☆☆☆ | Museum - Art | Paid € |
| 07 | St. Clotilde Basilica | ★★☆☆☆ | Basilica | Free |
| 08 | St. François-Xavier Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Free |
| 09 | St. Thomas-d'Aquin Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Free |
| 10 | Champ de Mars Park | ★★☆☆☆ | Park | Free |
| 11 | Catherine Labouré Garden | ★★☆☆☆ | Garden | Free |
| 12 | Saxe-Breteuil Market | ★☆☆☆☆ | Open-Air Food Market | Free |
| 13 | Gainsbourg House | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Gainsbourg | Paid € |
| 14 | Legion of Honor Museum | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Order of Merit | Free |
| 15 | Paris Sewer Museum | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Sewer | Paid € |
| 16 | Foundation Custodia | ★☆☆☆☆ | Exhibits - European Art | Paid € |
| 17 | Fluctuart | ★☆☆☆☆ | Cultural Center | Free |
| 18 | Debilly Footbridge | ★★★☆☆ | Footbridge | Free |
| 19 | Iéna Bridge | ★★☆☆☆ | Bridge | Free |
| 20 | Léopold Senghor Footbridge | ★★☆☆☆ | Footbridge | Free |
01. Eiffel Tower
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Landmark + Panoramas
Cost Paid
French Name
Tour Eiffel
The most famous Paris landmark is a wrought-iron lattice tower designed by engineer Gustave Eiffel. Completed in 1889 for the Exposition Universelle (World’s Fair), it stands at 330 meters.
Initially criticized, the tower has become a beloved symbol of Paris and a major tourist attraction, drawing millions of visitors each year.
The design features intricate ironwork and offers panoramic views of the city from its observation decks.
👀 Google View 360° – 2nd Floor (Northwest side)
👀 Google View 360° – 3rd Floor, Summit (Southeast side)
02. Orsay Museum
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Impressionist Art Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée d’Orsay
This museum showcases European from the 19th and 20th centuries. Housed in a former railway station built in 1900, the museum was converted into an art venue in 1986.
It is particularly famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, featuring works by artists such as Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas. It also includes sculptures, decorative arts, and photography, making it a significant center for Western artistic creation.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
03. Invalides
Appeal ★★★★☆
Type Landmark + Museums + Churches
Cost Paid
French Names
Les Invalides
Hôtel des Invalides
This complex ommissioned by King Louis XIV in the late 17th century was originally established as a hospital and retirement home for war veterans.
The complex features several museums, including the Musée de l’Armée, which is one of the largest military museums in the world, showcasing an extensive collection of military artifacts, uniforms, and historical objects.
A significant highlight of Les Invalides is the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, which lies beneath the stunning dome of the Dôme des Invalides, a prominent feature of the Paris skyline.
⚙️ Attractions within Invalides (Official Website)
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
04. Rodin Museum
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Sculptures Museum + Garden
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée Rodin
This museum is dedicated to the works of the renowned French sculptor Auguste Rodin. Opened in 1919, it houses the largest collection of Rodin’s works, including iconic sculptures.
The museum is set in a beautiful 18th-century mansion, the Hôtel Biron, surrounded by stunning gardens that showcase many of Rodin’s sculptures in an outdoor setting.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Garden
05. Quai Branly Museum
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type World Art Museum + Garden
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac
This museum is dedicated to the arts and civilizations of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, housing a very vast collection of objects.
The museum’s design, created by architect Jean Nouvel, integrates nature and architecture, featuring a lush garden that enhances the visitor experience.
The museum aims to promote understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures through its exhibitions and educational programs.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Garden
06. Maillol Museum
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Art Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée Maillol
This museum is dedicated to showcasing the work of the French artist Aristide Maillol. It holds the most significant collection of his sculptures, paintings, and tapestries, reflecting his innovative contributions to modern sculpture.
The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions that feature 20th and 21st-century art, enhancing its cultural offerings.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
07. St. Clotilde Basilica
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Basilica
Cost Free
French Name
Basilique Sainte-Clotilde
This basilica, constructed in the mid-19th century, is renowned for its striking neo-Gothic architecture.
It’s dedicated to Saint Clotilde, the wife of King Clovis I and a significant figure in the Christianization of the Franks.
Its interior features beautiful stained glass windows and a remarkable organ, which is one of the largest in Paris.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
08. St. François-Xavier Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free
French Names
Église Saint-François-Xavier
Église Saint-François-Xavier-des-Missions-Étrangères
This church was built in the late 19th century and showcases a blend of Romanesque and Byzantine architectural styles. Its striking façade features a prominent dome and intricate sculptures, making it a notable landmark in the area.
The interior is equally impressive, adorned with beautiful stained glass windows and elaborate decorations that reflect its religious significance.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
09. St. Thomas-d'Aquin Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Cost Free
French Name
Église Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin
This church was constructed in the late 17th century. It features a Classical architectural style, characterized by its grand facade and intricate interior decorations, including beautiful paintings and statues that enhance its serene atmosphere.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
10. Champ de Mars Park
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Park
Cost Free
French Name
Champ-de-Mars
The Champ de Mars is a prominent public greenspace setting at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
It serves as a major venue for national events and is a popular spot for both locals and tourists. The park covers an area of approximately 780 meters in length and 220 meters in width, providing ample space for relaxation, picnics, and various recreational activities.
11. Catherine Labouré Garden
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Garden
Cost Free
French Name
Jardin Catherine-Labouré
This serene park is named after Catherine Labouré, a 19th-century nun who is renowned for her visions of the Virgin Mary.
The garden features a variety of plants, including grapevines, and is designed to provide a peaceful retreat for visitors.
12. Saxe-Breteuil Market
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Food Market
Cost Free
French Name
Marché Saxe-Breteuil
This open-air food market operates on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
13. Gainsbourg House
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Gainsbourg Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Maison Gainsbourg
Maison Gainsbourg was the home of the iconic French musician Serge Gainsbourg. This historic site is renowned for its artistic significance, as it served as a creative sanctuary for Gainsbourg, who was a controversial figure in French music and culture.
The house is characterized by its distinctive façade, adorned with graffiti and artwork, reflecting Gainsbourg’s rebellious spirit.
📍 Google Maps – Museum, Bookstore, Bar
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
14. Legion of Honor Museum
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Oder of Merit Museum
Cost Free
French Name
Musée de la Légion d’honneur et des Ordres de Chevalerie
Located in a palace, this museum is dedicated to the history of French orders of merit and chivalry. It showcases a vast collection of medals, decorations, and artifacts reflecting the evolution of honors awarded in France.
The museum not only highlights the prestigious Legion of Honour, France’s highest order of merit, but also includes various other military and civilian awards.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
15. Paris Sewer Museum
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Sewer Museum
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée des Égouts de Paris
This museum is a unique attraction located in the historic sewer system of Paris. It offers visitors an insight into the city’s underground infrastructure, showcasing the evolution of the sewer system since its inception in the 19th century.
The museum features a permanent exhibition that highlights the engineering feats involved in the construction of the sewers, as well as their role in maintaining public health and sanitation.
Visitors can explore various sections of the sewer, learning about the history and technology behind this essential urban system.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
16. Foundation Custodia
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type European Art Exhibitions
Cost Paid
French Name
Fondation Custodia
This place, is located in the Hôtel Turgot, an 18th-century mansion
It’s dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of European Old Master artworks, particularly focusing on Dutch and Flemish paintings, drawings, and prints. The collection includes notable pieces from the Golden Age, showcasing the artistic heritage of Europe.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
17. Fluctuart
Appeal ★★★★★☆☆☆☆
Type Cultural Center
Cost Free
French Name
Fluctuart
This floating urban art center features a variety of exhibitions, workshops, and events aimed at promoting urban art and culture.
Additionally, It includes a café and a rooftop terrace, providing visitors with a space to relax while enjoying views of the Seine River and the Paris skyline.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
18. Debilly Footbridge
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Footbridge
Cost Free
French Name
Passerelle Debilly
This pedestrian bridge spanning the Seine River is a popular spot for both locals and tourists, offering scenic views of the Eiffel Tower.
19. Iéna Bridge
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Bridge
Cost Free
French Name
Pont d’Iéna
This now pedestrian-only bridge is a popular spot for tourists, offering stunning views of the Eiffel Tower.
It was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to commemorate his victory at the Battle of Jena.
20. Léopold Senghor Footbridge
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Footbridge
Cost Free
French Name
Passerelle Léopold-Sédar-Senghor
This bridge over the Seine links the Left Bank with the Île de la Cité. Named after the first president of Senegal, Léopold Sédar Senghor, it is known for its elegant design and scenic views.
