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Paris: Eiffel Tower Direct Access W/ Optional Summit Access

1. Paris: Eiffel Tower Direct Access W/ Optional Summit Access

Enjoy direct access to the Eiffel Tower and admire the breathtaking views from the top of the iconic structure. Spend as much time as you like at the tower and explore the different levels at your own leisure.  See Paris from above and from a completely new perspective. Marvel at the ancient façade of the Louvre and the financial district of La Defense. Admire the colorful Pompidou Museum and the vast white expanse of Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Stop at the Champagne Bar on the top floor for a glass of bubbly. On your way down, take in the many interesting activities on the first floor. Test your courage by walking on the glass floor!

Paris: Louvre Museum Timed-Entrance Ticket

2. Paris: Louvre Museum Timed-Entrance Ticket

Explore the Louvre at your own pace with a timed-entrance ticket, ensuring you get in within 30 minutes. See unmissable and iconic artwork such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. Discover Renaissance masterpieces and ancient Egyptian relics, along with paintings from the 13th to 20th centuries. The museum first opened on August 10, 1793, exhibiting just 537 paintings. Despite closing in 1796 due to structural problems, it reopened in 1801 as the Musée Napoléon with a larger collection.  The collection has since gained 20,000 works. Now, there are 8 departments: Egyptian Antiquities; Near Eastern Antiquities; Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities; Islamic Art; Sculpture; Decorative Arts; Paintings; and Prints and Drawings.

Paris: Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck Entry Ticket

3. Paris: Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck Entry Ticket

Enjoy views from the highest rooftop terrace in Paris at the Montparnasse Tower. Capture pictures of the Eiffel Tower and other landmarks from this 360-degree viewpoint. Download a complimentary app that will help to bring the city alive with stories, videos, and facts. Experience the magic of a sunset over the city of Paris or time your visit to take in the morning light as it falls of over the Seine River. Discover Paris with the included free mobile application "Magnicity." Use augmented reality uncover facinating information about the city. Get a description of monuments, anecdotes, stories, video clips, filters, and 3D reconstructions.

Paris: Guided Eiffel Tower Tour with Elevator Access

4. Paris: Guided Eiffel Tower Tour with Elevator Access

Experience breathtaking views of the world-famous city of Paris from the summit of the Eiffel Tower. Ride the elevator to the higher levels and spot iconic Parisian landmarks as you learn the history behind the tower and all of its little secrets from your expert guide. Allow your English-speaking guide to present you with the magnificent panorama offered by the 360° view of Paris from the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy an interactive history lesson from a truly privileged location while gazing at sites such as Notre Dame and the Seine River. Depending on your chosen option, you may also have access to the top of the tower. Rising to a height of approximately 276 meters, this third floor offers the most exclusive views of the city.

Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel from Paris

5. Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel from Paris

Travel through Normandy on the way to the medieval Mont-St-Michel on a day trip from Paris aboard an air-conditioned bus. Choose to go alone, with a live guide, or with an audio guide. Discover the UNESCO-listed island and its Gothic abbey. Learn of its fascinating history and legendary stories. Depart Paris and travel through the French countryside by an air-conditioned bus to the amazing fortified city of Mont Saint-Michel off the Normandy coast. Sit back and relax and get stunning views of the countryside along the way. Stop for a break at a nearby village dating back to the days of the Normans, and stroll the winding streets and narrow pathways to find the best views of the bay. Continue to the mouth of the Couesnon River, where Mont-Saint-Michel was built on an islet just a few hundred meters from the mainland. Spend the afternoon exploring the remarkable monuments of the walled city, classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO since 1979. Take time to discover the rocky islet at your own pace. Climb along the ramparts to make your way up to the abbey at the top of the town. Visit the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel with an included entrance ticket. this Benedictine building has played a vital role in the history of the commune and the feudal society it represents. Marvel at this magnificent example of Gothic architecture from the early 13th century. Admire views of the surrounding bay before leaving Mont-Saint-Michel in the late afternoon. Be driven back to the French capital to get dropped off at the starting point.

Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit or Second Floor Direct Access

6. Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit or Second Floor Direct Access

Enjoy bird’s eye views of Paris from the second-floor observation deck of the Eiffel Tower. Meet your guide next to the Eiffel Tower for a brief introduction to the history of the tower. Then, enjoy direct access to the second floor, and hear interesting tales and anecdotes about the tower’s unique history from your guide. Learn more about the “City of Light,” and enjoy privileged views of the Notre Dame, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and Les Invalides. Your guide will then leave you to enjoy the Eiffel Tower at your own pace. Ascend to the summit (if option booked), without a guide, at your leisure for even more breathtaking views and enjoy a glass of bubbly in the Champagne Bar (if option booked). On the way down, make sure you stop on the 1st floor to walk on a new glass floor, 200 feet above the ground.

Paris: Arc de Triomphe Rooftop Tickets

7. Paris: Arc de Triomphe Rooftop Tickets

The Arc de Triomphe is a Neoclassical take on the ancient Roman triumphal arch style. Fifty meters tall, the view from the platform atop the arch is well worth the hike. See the dozen Parisian avenues radiating out from the arch into the City of Light. Paris is one of the most fascinating places in the world and you will find yourself right at its center. Inspired by the great arches of ancient Rome, Napoleon commissioned the Arc de Triomphe shortly after his victory at Austerlitz. Unfortunately, he never lived to see its completion. At the base of the arch, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier pays tribute to the 1.3 million French soldiers who died in World War I. Behold the eternal flame that is rekindled at 6.30 PM each evening. In addition, there is a must-see exhibition that explains the symbolic importance of this monument. The view from the top of the arch is worth climbing the 284 stairs. From your privileged position, survey all of Paris. Unlike the obligatory Eiffel Tower trip, getting into the Arc de Triomphe is an effort not all tourists undertake.

Paris: Eiffel Tower Direct Access Guided Tour by Elevator

8. Paris: Eiffel Tower Direct Access Guided Tour by Elevator

Skip the ticket line to the Eiffel Tower and take a tour of this famous landmark and admire the city from above. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the tower to hear all about the origins and the secrets behind the construction of this architectural masterpiece. Catch the elevator and ascend to the viewing platform on the second floor, and, if you choose the summit ticket, head all the way to the summit. From there, take in the amazing panoramic views of the French capital, including Sacre Coeur, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe. Opt in to include a 1-hour cruise on the Seine, available any time after your visit to the Eiffel Tower. Admire the UNESCO-listed buildings lining the riverbanks, including the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame de Paris, and the Conciergerie. Pass by floating houseboats and restaurants along the way.

Versailles: Palace of Versailles Full Access Entry Ticket

9. Versailles: Palace of Versailles Full Access Entry Ticket

Get a full-access entry ticket to the Palace of Versailles and spend the day exploring this UNESCO-listed property and all its attractions. See the ornate State Apartments, wander through the Palace Gardens, and discover Marie-Antoinette's château located on the palace grounds. Start at the Palace at your booked timeslot and wander through the property that served as the official residence of the French monarchy from 1682 to 1789. Learn more about Louis XIV and other French royals as you explore. Get a sense of life in the French court as you stroll through the King's State Apartments and admire the lavish, Italian-style decorations adorning these spaces. Then, head to the most famous room in the Palace, the Hall of Mirrors to marvel at the lengthy space decorated with 357 mirrors. Next, head outside and go for a walk through the Palace Gardens. Explore at your own pace and appreciate the fountains, sculptures, and beautifully manicured lawns that make up this outdoor space. You'll also enjoy access to the Grand and Petit Trianon, a more intimate space where Louis XIV would entertain in private and where Marie-Antoinette often sought refuge. 

Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace with Gardens Access

10. Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace with Gardens Access

Discover the opulence, beauty, and history of Versailles Palace on an interactive guided tour. Access the palace through a separate entrance to begin your tour and then you head off to the famous gardens with a guide or on your own. During the 90-minute tour of the main palace, see the State Apartments, the King's Bedroom, and the emblematic Hall of Mirrors. Learn about the main figures of the French monarchy, from King Louis XIV to Marie Antoinette. Hear about the fascinating historical events that took place in many of the palace’s rooms, before stepping out to explore the vast gardens complex with your guide or on your own. Marvel at the gardens' grandeur, its bronze statues, and ornamental basins accompanied by rows of large trees. If visiting with a guide, gain fascinating insights about the garden on an optional 45-minute tour.

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The opera house is just beautiful but probably should’ve gone earlier in the morning to avoid the crowds. Definitely glad I went though and it’s worth viewing. The line to get in seems long but it goes by pretty fast.

The place was beautiful and the guide was really helpful and cheerful, overall the experience was great

Had a wonderful time and definitely recommend for anyones first time to the Eiffel Tower.

A beautiful small museum with a great garden full of Rodin's masterpieces.

Catalina was a wonderful guide. She was very friendly and knowledgeable.