15 Best Places to Visit in France
France is the second-largest country in Europe after Ukraine. This country offers a lot of natural scenery and incredible historical tourism. Based on available data, this hexagonal shaped country has become the country most visited by tourists since the mid-20th century.
When visiting a country far or first, it is important to determine in advance where you will go. Here we have summarized some of the most popular places which are at the same time a landmark for the country of France!
1. Eiffel Tower
One of the global icons for France and a well-known structure in the world. Many people from all over the world have visited it since its construction was over. The monument which is a symbol of the city of Paris looks magnificent even from a considerable distance and is very easily recognizable.
Address: Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France
2. Disneyland Paris
Identical to magic, fun, and adventure, Disneyland Paris has succeeded in becoming an entertainment tour that attracts many people to visit and have fun there. The beautiful and magnificent princess palace has long been a major attraction for visitors. There is also a sleeping princess castle with a structure inspired by Mont Saint Michel.
Address: Boulevard de Parc, 77700 Coupvray, France
3. Louvre Museum
The largest art museum and historical monument in the world which is also the most visited. A city center landmark, located on the Right Bank of the Seine River in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. There are around 38,000 objects from prehistory to the 21st century on display in an area of 72,735 square meters.
Address: Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
4. Arc de Triomphe
Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile, which also means Triumphal Arch of the Star. One of the most famous monuments in Paris, France, stands at the western end of the Champs-Élysées in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle. At first, this monument was built by order of Napoleon Bonaparte to honor the services of the French army.
Address: Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris, France
5. Champ de Mars
Large green open space in the seventh arrondissement of Paris, France. Providing extensive green fields and perfect places with incredible views of the Eiffel Tower. A great place to picnic, play music, and watch the lights of the Eiffel Tower blink at night.
Address: 2 Allée Adrienne Lecouvreur, 75007 Paris, France
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6. Trocadéro Gardens
The view of the Eiffel Tower that dominates the capital, the famous Warsaw fountain, with 20 water cannons, offers an extraordinary display of water, especially on summer evenings. Statues of gold-plated bronze animals, and two stone statues, 'L'Homme' by Pierre Traverse and 'La Femme' by Daniel Bacqué.
Address: Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris, France
7. Palace of Versailles
The residence of the main kingdom of France from 1682, under Louis XIV, until the start of the French Revolution in 1789, under Louis XVI. Large and luxurious complex surrounded by French and English-style gardens. Every detail of its construction has the meaning to glorify the king. The symmetrical garden which includes an ornate fountain with water that is still "magical", expresses the power of humanity.
Address: Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France
8. Sacré-Cœur
Roman Catholic Church and small basilica, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in Paris, France. Known as a political and cultural monument to Paris. Sacred Heart Basilica is famous for its artistic history. Standing majestically on the highest point of the city of Paris, which is the peak of Montmartre.
Address: 35 Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris, France
9. Luxembourg Gardens
Built-in 1612 by Marie de 'Medici, widow of King Henry IV of France, for the new residence he built, the Palace of Luxembourg. It covers 23 hectares and is famous for its lawn, tree promenade, flower beds, model sailboats in its round basin, and the beautiful Medici Fountain.
Address: 75006 Paris, France
10. Tuileries Garden
Created by Catherine de 'Medici as a garden of the Tuileries Palace in 1564. It is divided into 4 parts, namely Jardin du Carrousel, Terasse, Moat of Charles V, and Grand Carre of the Tuileries. Around the park are many sculptures. A place where Parisians celebrate, meet, walk, and relax.
Address: Place de la Concorde, 75001 Paris, France
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11. Musée d'Orsay
Built-in 1900 by Victor Laloux, it was built as a terminal station on the Paris-Orléans route and was called Gare d'Orsay. It is now a museum and houses many French artworks from 1848 to 1914. Inside is a collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture, and much more.
Address: 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France
12. Cité de Carcassonne
A medieval fortress located on the right bank of the Aude River, southeast of the city of Carcassonne, France. It has a history of around 2,500 years and has been inhabited in various eras by the Romans, Visigoths, and Crusaders. Play an important role that determines the history of Languedoc.
Address: 1 Rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne, France
13. The Center Pompidou
An architectural wonder of the 20th century, which was immediately recognized by its outer escalators and enormous colored pipes. It is home to the National Museum of Modern Art and is internationally renowned for its 20th and 21st-century art collections. The famous international exhibition is held every year on the top floor, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful views of Paris and its roofs.
Address: Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France
14. Place de la Concorde
The largest square in the French capital located in the eighth arrondissement of the city, at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées. The site of many prominent public executions, including the execution of King Louis XVI, during the French Revolution. Famous for the Luxor Obelisk (3,300-year-old Egyptian obelisk), prestigious hotels in the vicinity, and two monumental fountains (Fontaine des Mers and Fontaine des Fleuves).
Address: 75008 Paris, France
15. Puy du Fou
A historical amusement park in Les Epesses, the heart of the Pays de la Loire region in Western France. The second most popular amusement park in France after Disneyland Paris, offers 26 main shows, each running for around 30-40 minutes.
Address: 85590 Les Epesses, France
Well, that's a list of some famous places in France and often become the main tourist attraction for visitors. If you go to France, where do you think you want to visit?
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