Travel and Vacation Guide

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world and a must-see for any visitor to Paris. To reach the top of the tower via elevator, it costs 11 Euros for children and adults over 12 years of age and 6 Euros for children between the ages of 3 and 11. If you use the stairs, prices are 3.80 Euros for adults over the age of 25 and 3 Euros for visitors under the age of 25.

The Louvre is an incredible art museum and a former home of royalty. The inside of the museum features a priceless collection of art including the world famous Mona Lisa by Leonardo DaVinci. Outside is a spectacular glass pyramid, which is illuminated beautifully after the sun goes down. Admittance to the Louvre costs 13 Euros for access to both permanent and temporary collections during the day, and 11 Euros from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

The Musee d’Orsay is yet another world famous art museum in Paris that visitors to the city should not miss. Here, you’ll find amazing 19th century impressionist art that’s second to none. Admission prices to this museum are 7.5 Euros for adults and 5.5 Euros for visitors between the ages of 18 and 25. Visitors under the age of 18 get free admittance.

Notre Dame Cathedral, the inspiration for The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo, is a historic and beautiful monument in Paris that dates back to the 13th century. Often, there are concerts held at this location. It’s free of charge to walk through the cathedral, while a tour of the towers costs 5.70 Euros. 

Luxembourg Gardens

Luxembourg Gardens is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the outdoors while in Paris. Here, you’ll find beautiful flowers and plants, sparkling water fountains and gorgeous statues. Stroll the grounds, play tennis or chess, or take the children for a carousel ride. Many areas of the park are free of charge to enjoy, while others such as the play park and nursery cost between 10 and 15 Euros.

Fans of the biblical artist Marc Chagall cannot miss this museum. Chagall and his wife donated the most incredible collection of his works to France in the mid 20th century, which remains today in this building. There are over 450 amazing pieces to behold here. Admission costs 5.50 Euros for adults, 4 Euros for students and free for children. 

Cimiez Convent

Cimiez convent is home to more than 350 different works of art and historic documents. While here, you’ll want to tour the spectacular gardens and check out the recreation of a monastery cell. Other highlights include the main altar and cemetery where Matisse is buried. Admission to the convent is free of charge. 

Musee Terra Amata

This small museum stands in the very place where the prehistoric settlement of Terra Amata existed. You’ll learn about the prehistoric environment and how the people who lived there survived. There is also a group of educational models which show the history and evolution of the environment. Admission costs 3.80 Euros for adults, 2.30 for students and free for children. 

The Palais Lascaris was constructed in the 17th century. At this breathtaking palace, you’ll get to see an incredible collection of ornaments, antiques and embellishments. There is even a pharmacy on site that was built in the 18th century and still features many of its original items and furnishings. Admission to the palace is free of charge. 

Matisse died in the city of Nice in 1954, which is why his museum is in this city. Exhibits include early sketches as well as fine paintings that include The Creole Dancer, Portrait of Madame Matisse and Nymph in the Forest. His last work, Flowers and Fruit, is also housed here. This museum is an ideal destination for any art lover or Matisse fan. Admission costs 4 Euros for adults, 2.50 for students and free for children