If you want to visit Paris, you are in good company. Ask anyone if they want to go, and you’ll more than likely find that a large proportion of them say yes, even if they have already been before. It’s clear that Paris is a popular tourist destination, but why is this? What is it about Paris that makes it such a great option? Read on to find out just a few of the reasons.
Tourist Attractions
One of the biggest draws that Paris has over people is the many famous tourist attractions you can find there. These attractions include:
- The Eiffel Tower
- The Louvre
- The Arc de Triomphe
- Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Palais Garnier
- The Pompidou Center
Plus, there are many others. If you want a fun-filled vacation with plenty to do and you want to see the things that you’ve only ever seen in photos, Paris is the place to go. Don’t forget to buy your Eiffel Tower tickets (and anything else you want to see) in advance to ensure you can enjoy it without any fuss.
Amazing Food
France is known all over the world for the high quality of its food, and Paris is truly the epicenter of France’s gastronomic delights. There is a wonderful café or restaurant around every corner, and people travel from every corner of the world just to try the food that Paris has to offer. If proof of how great the food in Paris is is needed, just remember that France came up with the Michelin star food rating system!
However, you don’t have to eat at the world’s fanciest restaurants (which admittedly are very expensive and need reservations sometimes months in advance) to get a taste of French cuisine. You can find some fantastic independent restaurants tucked away in alleys and side streets, and the food there will be impeccable. Ask locals for recommendations and check out reviews to ensure you are picking the right place for you.
The Art
For a lot of people, Paris is synonymous with great art, and if you love art and culture, you definitely won’t be disappointed if you come to this city. There are art museums everywhere. Some you will have heard of, such as the Louvre and the Petit Palais, but others are unique and fascinating and much less well-known.
As much as the big galleries are a must-see, these smaller ones shouldn’t be missed either; you’ll see some art you would never otherwise see, and you might even be able to buy something at a reasonable price to take home with you as the perfect souvenir.
The art in Paris isn’t just in galleries either. You can find it out on the street. Artists ply their trade all over Paris, and the area at the base of the Eiffel Tower is a great place to shop for independent and different art if you want to support local artists. Or why not have your portrait painted or sketched while you’re there?