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    The 20 Most Famous and Beautiful Landmarks of Paris

    By Julia | Updated: Aug 25, 2019 | Published: Aug 25, 2019 | 2 Comments

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    Paris is one of the world's major cultural centers famous for its museums and stunning architecture. Discover the 20 Most Famous and Beautiful Landmarks of Paris!

    Les Invalides, Paris



      Les Invalides, Paris

    Paris is home to many recognizable buildings and structures including the Eiffel Tower, the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, the Louvre museum, Musée d'Orsay, the Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré-Coeur on the hill of Montmartre, and others.  It's the city that should be explored on foot or by a river cruise in order to absorb and truly appreciate all the architectural beauty.

    Paris has a reputation as the "City of Art". In fact, the historical district along the Seine in the center of Paris is designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site. Discover the 20 Most Famous and Beautiful Landmarks in Paris!

    1. Eiffel Tower

    At 324 meters tall, the Eiffel Tower is the highest structure in Paris.  The Eiffel Tower was constructed for the Paris Universal Exposition of 1889.

    Eiffel Tower, Paris

    Eiffel Tower, Paris

    2. The Louvre Museum

    The Louvre is one of the most visited art museums in the world.

    Louvre Museum, Paris

    Louvre Museum, Paris

    3. Musée d'Orsay

    The Musée d'Orsay is world-famous for its collections of French Impressionist art.

    Musée d'Orsay, Paris

    Musée d'Orsay, Paris

    4. Notre Dame de Paris

    Notre Dame de Paris, View from the Seine, Paris - photo taken in 2016

    Notre Dame de Paris, View from the Seine, Paris - photo taken in 2016

    5. Les Invalides

    Les Invalides, Paris

    Les Invalides, Paris

    6. Pont Alexandre III

    Pont Alexandre III is one of the most intricately designed bridges in Paris.   With a total length of 160 meters and a width of 40 meters, this bridge connects the Champs-Élysées with the Invalides buildings and the Eiffel Tower.   The bridge was named after Tsar Alexander III (the Emperor of Russia from 1881 until 1894).

    Pont Alexandre III, Paris

    Pont Alexandre III, Paris

    7. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris

    The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris (or Sacré-Cœur Basilica) is located at the summit of the butte Montmartre, Paris.

    The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris, Paris, France

    The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris, Paris, France

    8. Place de la Concorde

    Place de la Concorde, Paris, France

    Place de la Concorde, Paris, France

    9. The Obelisk of Luxor

    The Obelisk of Luxor is located at the Place de la Concorde, Paris, France.

    The Obelisk of Luxor, Place de la Concorde, Paris, France

    The Obelisk of Luxor, Place de la Concorde, Paris, France

    10. The Champ de Mars

    The Champ de Mars is a large public green park near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. It's a great area for relaxing and walking. The greenspace grounds are tremendous and perfect for enjoying the view of the Eiffel Tower.

    Champ de Mars, Paris.

    Champ de Mars, Paris.

    11. Arc de Triomphe

    Arc de Triomphe is located at the Place Charles de Gaulle at the western end of the Champs-Élysées (an avenue between the Place de la Concorde and the Place Charles de Gaulle). The Arc has a truly remarkable location: it's situated at the center of twelve radiating avenues.

    The arc commemorates the soldiers of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. The height of the arc is 50 meters.

    12. Luxembourg Palace

    Luxembourg Palace was built in the 17th century to be the royal residence of Marie de' Medici, who was the Queen of France as the second wife of King Henry IV of France.

    Luxembourg Palace, Paris

    Luxembourg Palace, Paris

    13. Église Saint-Sulpice

    Église Saint-Sulpice is a Roman Catholic church in Paris. The church was constructed in Baroque style. The construction began in 1646 and was completed in 1870.

    Église Saint-Sulpice, Paris

    Église Saint-Sulpice, Paris

    14. Fontaine Saint-Sulpice

    The Fontaine Saint-Sulpice is located in Place Saint-Sulpice, Paris.

    Fontaine Saint-Sulpice, Paris

    Fontaine Saint-Sulpice, Paris

    15. Pantheon

    Pantheon, Paris

    Pantheon, Paris

    16. Boulevard Saint Germain, Paris

    Boulevard Saint Germain is a historic street famous for its many restaurants, bakeries, bars, and old cafés. Boulevard Saint Germain is located on the Left Bank of the River Seine. It's a great place to walk and discover interesting restaurants, landmarks, and buildings.

    Boulevard Saint Germain, Paris

    Boulevard Saint Germain, Paris

    17. Institut de France

    Institut de France, Paris

    Institut de France, Paris

    18. Pont Neuf

    With a total length of 232 meters and a width of 22 meters, Pont Neuf is the oldest standing bridge over the Seine River within Paris. The bridge was constructed between 1578 and 1607.

    Pont Neuf - Bridge over the Seine, Paris

    Pont Neuf - Bridge over the Seine, Paris

    19. Pont Au Change

    Pont Au Change connects The Place du Châtelet (a public square in Paris) on the right bank of the River Seine with The Île de la Cité (one of two remaining natural islands in the Seine within the city of Paris).

    This bridge was built during the reign of Napoleon III and is marked with the letter "N" - his imperial insignia.

    Pont Au Change- Bridge over the Seine, Paris

    Pont Au Change- Bridge over the Seine, Paris

    20. Pont d'Iéna

    With a total length of 155 meters and a width of 35 meters, Pont d'Iéna connects the Eiffel Tower on the left bank of the Seine river with the Palais de Chaillot on the right bank.  The construction of the bridge was ordered by Napoleon I in 1807.  The bridge opened in 1814.

    Pont d'Iéna - Bridge over the Seine River, Paris

    Pont d'Iéna - Bridge over the Seine River, Paris

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    1. Saman Tabibi

      May 23, 2023 at 2:02 am

      Dear Julia, thank you for the good information you shared with us about landmarks of Paris.

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      • Julia

        June 07, 2023 at 7:46 pm

        Glad you found it helpful!

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