From the gothic pearls of Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle to the symbols of French grandeur like the classic Arc de Triomphe and state-of-the-art Grande Arche.
The Eiffel Tower remains the true symbol of France and, at night, it is the city’s most visible monument thanks to its spectacular lighting.
A night at the Opéra can also be an opportunity to appreciate the splendour of the Garnier Palace, a wonderful example of Eclecticism.
Monuments to see in Paris
Sainte-Chapelle
A masterpiece of French Gothic, with its stained glass, the oldest in Paris.
Pont Neuf
The first stone bridge of Paris, it is also the oldest among those still standing.
Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe, the symbol of French military power commissioned by Napoleon, was completed in 1836.
Tour Eiffel
The world’s most famous tower was built by Gustave Eiffel in 1889.
Opéra National de Paris Garnier
The Second-Empire imposing building in pink, white and green marble, has allegoric statues on the façade.
Opéra National de Paris Bastille
This building characterised by massive square volumes which can seat up to 2700 people, boasts a perfect acoustics.
Panthéon
The Pantheon, symbol of neoclassical architecture
Saint-Eustache
This Church with renaissance decorations over a gothic structure is definitely one of the most beautiful in Paris. Several works of art add to its preciousness.
Basilique du Sacré-Coeur
The calcareous stone of Château-Landon gives the Basilica a blinding white colour: the four elongated domes overlook the greek-cross naves; the reliefs on the bronze doors illustrate scenes from Jesus’ life.
Grande Arche de la Défense
A cube emptied in the middle, 110 metres high. The outer part of the structure is covered with Carrara marble and glass. In the empty space there are transparent lifts leading to a panoramic terrace on top.
