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Paris is one of the most fascinating and visited cities in the world and has not only some of the most famous attractions, but also a magical aura and a millenary tradition that have made it a favourite place for artists.

You will undoubtedly marvel at its beauty and the wide range of activities it has to offer. From the Eiffel Tower to the Opéra Garnier, from the Arc de Triomphe to the Moulin Rouge and from the Pompidou Centre to the Catacombs, these are just some of the things you can't miss on a trip that will leave you with no room for distraction. Here's a guide to the best tickets in Paris to help you make the most of your trip.

1. Eiffel Tower tickets

Eiffel Tower on the day|©Pixabay
Eiffel Tower on the day|©Pixabay

You can't visit Paris without seeing the Eiffel Tower, the city's most iconic landmark and one of the most famous monuments in the world. During your visit, you'll be able to reach the first floor of the tower, which you'll reach by walking up its 674 steps. From there you will have some of the best views of the city, especially of the buildings on the Ile de France, including Notre Dame Cathedral.

When you book your ticket to visit the Eiffel Tower, you can choose to be accompanied at extra cost by a tour guide who will tell you about the history of this icon, which has been intimately linked to the city since its construction in 1889. Once you reach the first floor, you'll have free time to enjoy the panoramic views and take some of the best photographs, before returning to base for a 15-20 minute tour.

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2. Tickets for the Louvre Museum

Louvre Museum|©Vlada Karpovich
Louvre Museum|©Vlada Karpovich

The Louvre is one of the largest, most famous and most visited museums in the world, so you can't miss it during your tour of Paris. Bear in mind that, due to its size, it can be overwhelming and that every minute counts, so it is ideal that you book skip-the-line tickets to the Louvre Museum Some of its best works include The Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo and The Victory of Samothrace.

This museum also stands out for the different rooms surrounding the main attractions, where you can discover another 35,000 objects from all over the world, including sculptures, paintings, engravings and bronze works. The best way to enjoy it fully is to make your visit early in the morning, which is when it receives the fewest visitors and when the most famous halls of the museum are the clearest.

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3. Tickets for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

Arc de Triomphe|©Antonio Conte
Arc de Triomphe|©Antonio Conte

Until the construction of the Eiffel Tower in 1889, it was the most famous attraction in Paris. Nowadays, it is the second most visited attraction, so I recommend you book your tickets for the Arc de Triomphe in advance. From its terrace you will be able to discover the Parisian skyline and discover some of the best panoramic views, especially during the summer or on clear days.

The Arc de Triomphe is 50 metres high, which, while not too high, is surrounded by greenery and provides an ideal backdrop for some of the best photographs of Paris. It also houses an art exhibition at the top, which traces the history of the memorial building from its construction in 1836 to the present day, which you can tour with your tickets. To get to the rooftop you'll have to walk up 284 steps.

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4. Tickets for the Moulin Rouge with dinner

Moulin Rouge by night|©Iveth Encalada
Moulin Rouge by night|©Iveth Encalada

The Moulin Rouge, located on the Boulevard de Clichy, one of the most bohemian areas of Paris, is the most famous cabaret in France and has been famous for its shows, food and drinks for over 100 years. The best way to discover it is to book your ticket for the Moulin Rouge with dinner It will transport you back to the late 19th century amidst feathers, sequins and the glitter of the dancers.

At the Moulin Rouge you can discover one of the city's icons, where Edith Piaf, Franck Sinatra and Elton John, among other great artists, have performed. This is also one of the best places to experience the nightlife of Paris, which is famous for its themed shows and dance club shows. Are you up for a trip back in time for an evening of vaudeville?

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5. Tickets for the Panthéon de Paris

Panthéon de Paris|©Mehmet Turgut Kirkgoz
Panthéon de Paris|©Mehmet Turgut Kirkgoz

The Panthéon de Paris, located in the heart of the Latin Quarter, is one of the buildings that preserves the memory of France. In this neoclassical church you can visit the underground crypt that contains the tombs of Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, Louis Braille and Emile Zola, among other great French personalities. You can also marvel at the architecture of the building and the open views from the top floor.

The Pantheon in Paris will be familiar to you, as it is inspired by the Pantheon in Rome, although it has a larger dome, the interior is better preserved and you can also access the top of the building, something that is prohibited in the building in the Italian capital to favour the preservation of the structure. This is one of the most visited sites in the city, so I recommend that you book your tickets to visit the Pantheon in Paris in advance and without queues.

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6. Tickets for the Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles. Paris.|©lameato feliz
Palace of Versailles. Paris.|©lameato feliz

Versailles is one of the most famous palaces in the world and much of its fame is due to the beauty of its architecture and the size of its imposing gardens, which have made it a Unesco World Heritage Site, so it is well worth a trip north of Paris to see it. Once inside, you can also visit the exhibition of its art collection and its main galleries.

The most famous of its galleries is the Hall of Mirrors, which is more than 70 metres long and, in addition to its Baroque structure, is known for having been the site where the Treaty of Versailles was signed, which put an end to the First World War. Note that if you book tickets to visit the Palace of Versailles you will be able to stroll through the gardens, but during various dates between April and October they are closed.

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7. Tickets for the Pompidou Centre in Paris

Pompidou Centre-Paris|©Antonio Spiller
Pompidou Centre-Paris|©Antonio Spiller

The Pompidou Centre is the kilometre 0 of the art and culture circuit in Paris and also one of the most modern and famous buildings of the 20th century. Its façade and exterior decoration, built entirely in a tubular format, is reminiscent of the architectural avant-garde, which is why it houses one of the largest collections of modern and contemporary art in the world, including works by Picasso, Man Ray, Francis Bacon and Kandinsky.

In the Pompidou Centre, as in other parts of the city, you will also have access to the terrace to discover the Parisian skyline with its most emblematic buildings. If you are planning to visit the French capital with children, at the top of the Pompidou you will also find the Children's Gallery, which offers children's activities. Book your tickets for the Pompidou Centre early as they sell out fast.

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8. Tickets for the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie

Stained glass in Sainte Chapelle|©Joseph Kiesecker
Stained glass in Sainte Chapelle|©Joseph Kiesecker

Notre Dame Cathedral is the most famous religious building in Paris, but for many the most beautiful church building is opposite and that is Sainte Chapelle, the Gothic temple with its chrome stained glass windows and endless ceilings that will take you back to medieval France. With its imposing architecture, it became not only a huge reliquary but also the home of the royals who ruled the country with an iron fist in the Middle Ages.

If you book tickets for the Sainte Chapelle you can visit the lower chapel and the upper chapel, but you will marvel at the stained-glass windows and the colourful rose window that crowns the entrance door and represents various passages from the Bible, including Genesis, Exodus, the Passion and the Apocalypse. The Sainte Chapelle building is also home to the Conciergerie, a historic building that occupies the Quai de l'Horlogerie and which during the French Revolution housed the bloodiest prison in Paris.

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9. Tickets for Les Invalides

Les Invalides and Le Tombeau de Napoléon|©Michel Corrent
Les Invalides and Le Tombeau de Napoléon|©Michel Corrent

The Invalides complex is a memorial building built in the 16th century where you can find the Army Museum of Paris. This exhibition is world famous because it houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, making it one of the most visited sites in France and Europe by tourists. The best alternative is to visit early in the morning to avoid the long queues.

Among the exhibits in the complex you will find a large number of catalogued objects, including tools and armour, and one of the largest displays of firearms in France. If you book tickets to visit the Invalides complex, you will have an immersive experience through the bloodiest battles in the history of France, where you can learn about the day-to-day life of a soldier at war in each of the conflicts.

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10. Tickets for the Montparnasse Tower

Montparnasse Tower at sunset|©Edgardo W. Olivera
Montparnasse Tower at sunset|©Edgardo W. Olivera

The Montparnasse Tower is one of the tallest towers in France and since its construction in 1972, it has generated controversy among the French, who complained that the modernist building clashed with the stately Parisian skyline. However, since its inauguration the tower has become one of the most visited attractions, because from its 210-metre height you can enjoy the best views of the capital.

Book tickets to visit the Montparnasse Tower online to avoid unnecessary waiting. From the panoramic terrace on the 56th floor and from the observatory on the 59th floor you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the 2-kilometre-long Avenue des Champs-Elysées. You can also have a coffee at the top while enjoying the view and even the sunset.

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11. Tickets for the Opéra Garnier

Garnier Opera House staircase|©Igor Sorokin
Garnier Opera House staircase|©Igor Sorokin

This building is one of the most representative of Parisian architecture, because not only does its façade reflect the opulence of French engineering and the style of its designs, but also because it is the cathedral of lyric art, music and dance that has characterised Paris, especially since the 19th century. If, in addition to booking your visit to the Opéra Garnier, you decide to attend a show, you will also be able to see the gilded details and mosaics inside.

Inside the main theatre you can discover the red velvet seats in the auditorium, the ceiling crowned by Marc Chagall's frescoes, and if you opt for a guided tour before the show, you can learn about the most fascinating stories. Among them, of course, is that of the Phantom of the Opera, the mysterious spectre who terrorises the audience at every performance in order to win the heart of a young vocalist.

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12. Tickets for the Saint-Denis Basilica

Saint Denis Basilica|©Paco Barranco
Saint Denis Basilica|©Paco Barranco

If you are a French history buff, you must book tickets to the Basilica of Saint-Denis, which is not only considered the first Gothic cathedral in the world but also houses the tombs of more than 70 French kings and public servants, making it the main crypt of French royalty. I recommend that you visit this site with a skip-the-line ticket.

The most popular crypt in Saint-Denis is that of Marie-Antoinette of Austria, although you can also visit the largest collection of funerary sculptures in the country, a large number of statues and monumental tombs from the Renaissance. All this can be found in the beautiful building of the basilica in the heart of the troubled Saint-Denis district, which was at the centre of the French May 1968 riots.

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13. Tickets for the Musée d'Orsay

Musée d'Orsay, Paris, FR|©gianclaudio curia
Musée d'Orsay, Paris, FR|©gianclaudio curia

The Louvre is the most famous museum in Paris and the Pompidou the largest, but you can't miss out on booking tickets to visit the Musée d'Orsay It is noted for its exhibitions, which are the most important in Europe for Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. This museum is located in a former train station, so in addition to its exhibits you will be surprised by the architecture of the building, and in addition to the paintings you can also visit the sculpture room.

Among the works of art that you can see at the Orsay are the Lunch on the Grass, by Edouard Manet, the Dance at the Moulin de la Galette by Auguste Renoir and the Portrait of the Artist, by Vincent van Gogh, as well as paintings by Edgar Degas, Jean-Francois Millet, Paul Cézanne and Paul Gauguin, which make this museum one of the must-see in the French capital.

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14. Tickets for Disneyland Paris in 1 day

Disneyland Paris|©Vanshika Datta
Disneyland Paris|©Vanshika Datta

If you want to opt for an alternative plan in Paris or you are planning to visit the French capital with children, book tickets for Disneyland Paris that will allow you to access the two main sites of the complex, the Disneyland Park and the Walt Disney Studios. In these parks you will meet the company's most prominent characters, such as Pinocchio, Peter Pan and Spider-Man, and you will also get to know the Marvel, Star Wars and Pixar universe.

Other attractions you can visit are the Indiana Jones and Pirates of the Caribbean theme parks, in a complex located just outside Paris and easily accessible, so you can visit at least two parks in a 1-day visit, so as not to take time away from the rest of the city's main sites.

If you feel that 1 day is not enough time to visit the parks, you can also opt for a multi-day visit to Disneyland Paris.

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15. Night tickets for the Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower| ©Campus France
Eiffel Tower| ©Campus France

While the best option to discover the Eiffel Tower is during a daytime visit, if you prefer to have a panoramic view of the city at night, you can choose to book your Eiffel Tower tour at night Eiffel Tower Guided Tour with Optional Summit and Cruise It is an activity that lasts approximately 2 hours and will take you from the base of the tower to the top to discover one of the wonders of the modern world.

During your visit you will be accompanied by an audio guide in different languages and from the first floor of the tower you will discover one of the most beautiful open views of Paris, especially during the summer months when the skies are clear and the weather is usually warm. Please note: these tickets are only available during the summer season.

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16. Tickets for a cruise on the Seine River and the Louvre Museum

Seine River Cruise|©Sergio González Sierra
Seine River Cruise|©Sergio González Sierra

One of the best ways to see a different side of Paris is to book a trip on the Seine River, which is the main tributary of the city and also one of the most famous in the world. In the French capital you will find many options to take a boat ride on the tributary and many of them also include access to other attractions, as in this case that in addition to the boat ride also offer admission to the Louvre Museum.

During the boat trip you'll get a panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower, the Alexander III Bridge, Notre Damme Cathedral and the Musée d'Orsay, and once the trip is over you'll visit the Louvre, where you'll discover some of the world's most famous works of art. These include Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. The Crystal Pyramid will also catch your eye.

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17. Tickets for the Catacombs of Paris

Catacombs|©Breno Correa Filho
Catacombs|©Breno Correa Filho

Paris is the city of lights, but it also has a dark side, which you can discover on a tour of the city's Catacombs, which will take you through the underground layout built in 1788 to house the skeletal remains of more than 6 million people who were scattered throughout the French capital's many cemeteries since Roman times.

You can book tickets for the Paris Catacombs and tour this underworld built in an ancient limestone quarry on your own or with the assistance of an audio guide available in several languages, but you can't miss this tour of one of Paris' spookiest sites, which will take you more than 100 steps below the city limits.

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18. Tickets for a cruise on the Seine and the Eiffel Tower

Seine River Cruise|©BCNGROUPS
Seine River Cruise|©BCNGROUPS

Booking a cruise on the Seine with tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower combines two of Paris' most popular activities. You can see the city skyline from France's most famous tributary and then visit the Iron Lady, the capital's most emblematic monument.

From the Seine you can discover a magical view of the Musée d'Orsay, Notre Damme Cathedral and Alexandre III Bridge, and then you can also climb to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, which has been the emblem of Paris since it was built in 1889 and an omniscient witness to all the capital' s historical events.

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19. Tickets for the Banksy exhibition

Banksy - Paris|©Valerie Douay
Banksy - Paris|©Valerie Douay

Banksy is the world's most famous and influential global street artist and in Paris you can visit the permanent exhibition The World of Banksy. This exhibition is not centralised in any one gallery, but consists of an open tour of the enigmatic author 's works in the city and a review recreated by other artists of his most famous works.

In these murals and stencils you can see Banksy's works in Paris, but also replicas of more than 100 of his works from around the world, which deal with social criticism, the contradictions of the world, care for the environment and also a merciless vision of technological advances and the gentrification of cities. If you want to visit an alternative art exhibition, these tickets are definitely not to be missed.

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20. Tickets for the Rodin Museum

Rodin Museum|©Grecia Jasso
Rodin Museum|©Grecia Jasso

Auguste Rodin was the most famous French sculptor in history and is the author of one of the most outstanding works of modern sculpture, The Thinker, and in Paris you can visit his museum. In addition to the artist's creations, you will also be struck by the architecture of the building that houses the exhibition, which is a completely remodelled 18th-century hotel that even served as Rodin's home in his final years.

If you book tickets for the Rodin Museum in Paris, you can visit the author's private collection and tour the exhibition on your own or with the assistance of an audio guide available in several languages. You can also relax in the gardens of the building and access additional information in the information rooms attached to the building.

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21. Tickets for the Picasso Museum

PICASSO Museum PARIS|©Amaya M.G.M.
PICASSO Museum PARIS|©Amaya M.G.M.

Pablo Picasso was one of the prodigal sons of Spanish art, but throughout his life he formed a very strong bond with France, so much so that the largest collection of his work is currently housed in the Picasso Museum in Paris. This exhibition is divided into 30 rooms with more than 5,000 works by the painter and sculptor from Malaga, as well as other works by outstanding artists such as Cézanne, Degas and Matisse.

If you book tickets for the Picasso Museum in Paris, you can enter the Hotel Salé, the mansion in the Marais district that contains the Picasso exhibits and includes immersive activities to discover the life of the painter, who among other works is famous for Guernica. This painting is currently in the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid, but Picasso painted it in Paris during the first part of his exile.

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22. Tickets for the Aquarium

Aquarium Paris|©Loeek El Toro
Aquarium Paris|©Loeek El Toro

If you're planning to visit Paris with children, one of the best things to do is to book tickets for the Aquarium Paris, which is one of the oldest marine animal sanctuaries in the world and also home to over 13,000 aquatic animals. In addition, the aquarium has a themed room with decor reminiscent of Jules Verne' s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.

At the Paris Aquarium, in addition to the exhibits, you can also enjoy Cinéaqua, which is a 4D recreation of the oceans of Tahiti and New Caledonia which in a natural context form the habitat of multicoloured fish and immense coral reefs. Finally, your tickets will also give you the chance to interact with some of the animals in the aquarium.

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23. E for the Crazy Horse Cabaret

stairs at Cabaret Crazy Horse|©Tristan Legros
stairs at Cabaret Crazy Horse|©Tristan Legros

Paris is the city of cabarets and while the Moulin Rouge is the most prominent, you can also find other options with alternative shows. One of the best known is Crazy Horse, which offers a popular show fronted by the Belgian duo of Bangable and Lolly Wish, which harks back to a staging that has been repeated for over 70 years when the cabaret first opened .

If you book tickets for the Crazy Horse Cabaret show you can choose from several options, some of which include only the tickets for the show and some of which include dinner and drinks, most of which consist of champagne drinks. Please note that these shows are suitable for the whole family, but children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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24. Tickets for Cabaret Paradis Latin

Paradis Latin show|©jeffrey husien
Paradis Latin show|©jeffrey husien

If you want to enjoy a soft erotic show during your visit to Paris, then you can book tickets for the Cabaret Latin Paradis, which is located in the heart of the Latin Quarter and offers a Parisian-style performance of cancan dancing, singing and acrobatics. This building was renovated by Gustave Eiffel while he was building the city's famous tower that now bears his name.

As in the rest of the city's cabarets, you can choose to buy tickets for the show only or include dinner and drinks. In any case, I recommend that you don't miss the oldest cabaret in the world, which is regarded as the cradle of variety theatre.

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25. Tickets for the Grevin Wax Museum

Grevin Museum backdoor|©Francisco Gonzalez
Grevin Museum backdoor|©Francisco Gonzalez

This is not only one of the most eye-catching museums in the world, but also one of the largest of its kind, so if you're one of those who enjoys museums, book tickets for the Grevin Wax Museum and learn about the history of France through the more than 500 figures on display. You will also learn how they are made and what materials are used in their production to ensure their realism.

This museum is also an unmissable opportunity to take a trip back in time and discover the past through the most famous characters. You can also have your photo taken with Charles de Gaulle, Moliere, the Little Prince and other contemporary personalities such as Zinedine Zidane, Monica Bellucci and Barack Obama.

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26. Tickets for Paris Zoo

Addax, Paris Zoo|©Bill Johnstone
Addax, Paris Zoo|©Bill Johnstone

Paris is mainly known for the beauty of its buildings and its urban work, but it also has some of the most beautiful green spaces in the world and in one of them, on the outskirts of the city, you will find the Zoological Park. In this 14.5 hectare complex with 5 themed bio-zones you can see around 180 species of animals, including birds, mammals, snakes, lizards and penguins.

If you book tickets for the Paris Zoo, the geographical overview will take you through the plains of Sudan, the rocky shores of Patagonia, the coldest forests of Europe and the warm tropical climates of Guyana and Madagascar, making it one of the best tickets to buy if you plan to visit Paris with children.

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27. Tickets for Le Grand Rex Studios

Le Grand Rex - Paris|©
Le Grand Rex - Paris|©"André M.

Paris was, at the beginning of the 20th century, one of the most important film locations in the world, which is why it also boasted among its attractions the Grand Rex Studios cinema, which was not only the largest in the world at the time, but is still the largest in Europe today . The most distinguished classic films have been shown there, and today you can discover it on a guided tour.

Inside the hall of Le Grand Rex Studios you will also be struck by the architecture, as the building is considered one of the greatest exponents of art deco, which earned it a place on the list of France's historic monuments. If you book tickets to tour Le Grand Rex Studios, you can enjoy interactive experiences, such as seeing Jean-Luc Godard, one of France's most famous directors.

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28. Tickets for the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris

Louis Vuitton Foundation|©Felix SELWA
Louis Vuitton Foundation|©Felix SELWA

Few brands are more identified with art and luxury than Louis Vuitton, so if you're a fan of premium experiences, the Louis Vuitton Foundation is a must-see. In these exhibitions, which include temporary and permanent rooms, you can discover abstract and contemporary works of art and learn about the activities in which Louis Vuitton is involved.

The building, which was designed by the famous architect Frank Gehry and opened in 2014, is also a work of art in its own right and is considered by specialists to be the French Guggenheim. With these tickets you can tour the building and facilities on your own or opt for an audio-guided tour.

29. City of Science and Industry tickets

Cité des sciences|©Thom Ross
Cité des sciences|©Thom Ross

If you want to discover the scientific world in Paris then you must book tickets to discover the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, which is a huge complex that includes the fairgrounds for temporary and permanent activities as well as the Planetarium and the city's Argonaut.

In this space, located in the north of Paris, you can learn about the workings of light and energy, enjoy neurological exhibitions and take part in immersive experiences about outer space, the universe and the solar system. The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is an ideal place to visit with children and for family activities outside the Parisian epicentre marked by the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre Museum.

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30. Tickets for the virtual reality experience at Flyview Paris

Flyview Paris|©Alex Foster
Flyview Paris|©Alex Foster

If you've ever dreamed of flying to discover cities from a bird's eye view, you may be interested in booking tickets for the Flyview Paris virtual reality experience, which is an immersive activity lasting approximately 20 minutes. During the virtual flight you can immerse yourself in a simulator that will take you over the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the most inhospitable corners of the French capital.

The ticket for these experiences includes the virtual reality helmet, the jetpack device, which will give you the sensation of flying through the Parisian sky, and also the audio guide that will complement the panoramic views with a sound experience. This activity is ideal for the winter months or to do with the family on rainy days.

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31. Tickets for the Bourse Commerce - Pinault Collection exhibitions in Paris

Bourse du Commerce|©Carl Campbell
Bourse du Commerce|©Carl Campbell

Paris is one of the cities with the largest number of private collections of works of art and among them the Bourse Commerce - Pinault Collection exhibitions is one of the most distinguished, containing a wealth of paintings, sculptures, photographs and videos in an 18th century building that is also still one of the headquarters of the Paris Bourse du Commerce.

This museum of permanent and temporary exhibitions was designed by the philanthropist Francois Pinault and is currently highlighted by contemporary art installations by Hicham Berrada or Edith Dekyndt's exhibition, which deals with economic crises and their impact on modern societies.

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32. Tickets for Yves Saint Laurent Museum

Dressed mannequins on display|©Regan Vercruysse
Dressed mannequins on display|©Regan Vercruysse

If you want to visit one of the most luxurious and extravagant exhibitions in Paris, you can book your tickets for the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, where you can revisit the French fashion designer's most famous creations and also the sources of inspiration that led him to become one of the world's leading figures in haute couture fashion.

During the tour, as well as getting to know the brand's most iconic models, you can also visit the studio where the designer worked for more than 30 years, and take part in an interactive experience in which you will learn about the step-by-step design of a haute couture dress.

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33. Tickets for the Musée des Illusions in Paris

LE MUSEE DE L'ILLUSION|©Gilles Poyet
LE MUSEE DE L'ILLUSION|©Gilles Poyet

The Museum of Illusions in Paris is a fun journey through some of the world's most surreal experiences. Here you can visit optical illusion workshops, meet a clone of yourself, overcome challenges, discover a collection of holograms and visit the Vortex tunnel, a large section of the museum where you'll feel like you can't move along the path.

The museum also includes some exhibits where you can learn the secrets of magic and hypnotisation, as well as the shortcuts of the human mind, as illusions are a deception of each person's normal perceptions. This fascinating tour is ideal if you are planning to visit Paris with children and want an alternative experience in the French capital. You can now book your tickets for the Musée des Illusions in Paris in advance.

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34. Tickets for the Musée de l'Orangerie

orangerie|©Raluca Ionescu
orangerie|©Raluca Ionescu

The Musée de l'Orangerie is another Parisian site specialising in Impressionist-style artwork, so you'll find a wealth of paintings from this movement inside. The highlight of this museum is that it has one of the largest collections of works by Claude Monet, who was one of the creators of the style and also one of the most famous French painters of his time.

In this museum you can also find works by Matisse, Rousseau, Renoir, Cézanne and even Pablo Picasso, although among its permanent exhibits you will marvel at Monet's The Water Lilies, a series of paintings by the author that shows the principles of the Impressionist movement and the importance of pastel colours. The best option is to visit with a skip-the-line ticket to the Musée de l'Orangerie to avoid delays and crowds.

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35. Tickets for the Hotel de la Marine in Paris

Hôtel de la Marine|©Jacques Barbery
Hôtel de la Marine|©Jacques Barbery

The Hotel de la Marine in Paris is now one of the most important monuments in the city, located in the heart of the French capital, and a witness to France's monarchical period, as it housed the institution in charge of the purchase of the king's furniture in the 18th century.

Today the hotel not only offers an outstanding building that you can tour to see the French Renaissance architecture but also the art exhibition belonging to Al Thani, which is one of the best valued private collections in the world. If you book tickets to tour the Hotel de la Marine, you can tour the Hotel de la Marine on your own or opt for an audio-guided tour which is available in several languages.

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36. Tickets for the Chocolate Museum

Petit Chocolate Museum|©Adriana Rapolla
Petit Chocolate Museum|©Adriana Rapolla

The Chocolate Museum in Paris is one of the best kept secrets in Paris. Visiting it will give you the chance to see a place that is rarely visited by tourists and discover some of the best flavours of the city. During the tour, you can also learn about the long history of this precious sweet and taste different types of chocolate.

The Chocolate Museum is open all year round, but the best time to visit is during Chocolate Fashion Week, which is organised every year for a week at the end of October and beginning of November, when chocolate takes centre stage in the city along with haute couture fashion shows.

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37. Tickets for the Marmottan Monet Museum

Musee Marmottan, Paris|©Albyn Davis
Musee Marmottan, Paris|©Albyn Davis

The Marmottan Monet Museum contains the world's largest collection of paintings by the French artist Claude Monet as well as many of his personal objects, making it an ideal opportunity to get an insight into the life of the artist, who was part of one of the most fruitful generations of French painters and who was also one of the promoters of the Impressionist style.

In addition, if you book tickets for the Marmottan Monet Museum you can also discover works by other artists contemporary to Monet and the Impressionist movement, such as Degas, Renoir, Gauguin and Morisot. When you book your tickets, you can choose to visit on your own or take an audio-guided tour which is available in several languages.

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38. Tickets for the Jacquemart-André Museum

JACQUEMART-ANDRE Museum|©Tim Jordan
JACQUEMART-ANDRE Museum|©Tim Jordan

This museum is not one of the most visited museums in Paris but it contains one of the largest private art collections in the city and is housed in a 17th century palace which will amaze you with its style, marble staircase and tea room where you can enjoy an aperitif after visiting the majestic rooms.

Among the works you can discover if you book tickets for the Jacquemart-André Museum in Paris, which mainly brings together a collection of Italian art from the 19th century onwards, you will find the paintings of the Saint Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge by Canaletto, the Pretreat of Venus and Sleeping Venus by Francois Boucher and the Portrait of the Marquise d'Antin by Jean Marc Nattier.

39. Tickets for the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac

Musée du quai Branly|©Dirk Sachsenheimer
Musée du quai Branly|©Dirk Sachsenheimer

At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, in the heart of Paris, you will find the Musée du quai Branly - Jarques Chirac, which is famous for housing more than 3500 pieces that trace the history of world culture through the artistic achievements of different periods. Although it is not one of the most famous museums in the city, it is the ideal place to take an anthropological journey through civilisations since the beginning of humanity.

When you book your ticket for the Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac Museum in Paris, you will see that you can tour this museum on your own or with the assistance of an audio guide in different languages. It's an ideal plan to combine with a visit to the Eiffel Tower and other major city landmarks in the area, such as the Musée d'Orsay, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Damme Cathedral.

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40. Make sure you see every corner of the city with the Paris Pass.

Train at Paris train station|©Adrien Olichon
Train at Paris train station|©Adrien Olichon

If you are planning a short stay in Paris and you prefer to see every corner of the city and every attraction, the best alternative is to book the Paris Pass, a tourist pass with which you will get tickets to more than 60 monuments and must-see activities in the French capital. You can get the card for 2, 3, 4 or 6 days and the time limit starts to run from the first use.

With the Paris Pass you can visit the Eiffel Tower, the Palace of Versailles, the Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre, but also many other sites with privileged access and no queues, plus you get a discount booklet for lunches and dinners and free access to the tourist buses. You can buy this pass in advance as you have 1 year to activate it from the time of payment.

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Reviews from other travellers

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  • R
    R. F.
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    The experience of walking around Montmartre and visiting the Sacré-Cœur was lovely, but I think the tour could include more free time to explore.
  • N
    N. W.
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    Exploring Montmartre and visiting the Sacré-Cœur was a unique experience, and the food included was simply delicious!
  • J
    J. V.
    4
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    I loved walking around this very artistic neighbourhood and the view from the church is breathtaking. I always wanted to see Paris from above and this experience made it possible.
  • J
    J. Q.
    5
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    The Montmartre tower is the best, and the view is really cool. Buying tickets was quick and easy, highly recommended.
  • Y
    Y. X.
    5
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    The visit to the island and the monuments was impressive, but it would be ideal to have more time to explore each site in depth.