Saving Money And Time In Paris
There is a wealth of history housed in France. The Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and the Notre Dame Cathedral are a few of the attractions that draw hundreds of thousands of tourists every year.
There are so many sites to see that there are several things you should know before you visit France to maximize your time enjoying these sites and saving money. First of all, there is a museum card that you can purchase at many of the tourist souvenir shops and travel agencies that will allow you access to any of the museums and historical sites all over Paris.
This card will also allow you to skip to the front of the line at these museums, tourist offices, Fnac branches, and main Metro and RER train stations. This card is well priced for the benefits offered, but keep in mind that the there are often additional fees for special, temporary exhibitions.
There are over 40 locations in Paris that you can choose from to visit with this card, so you will have to pan your schedule accordingly. Remember that many of the museums will be closed on Monday or Tuesday, so check to make sure they are open before you go.
It is also good to keep in mind that many of the ticket counters in museums will close 30 to 45 minutes before the closing time of the museum. You may also want to visit the museums on the first Sunday of the month because they are open free of charge to the public on this day.
However, these days are often crowded and feature very long lines to visit. The choice will be up to you whether or not you want to go with a crowd or pay the ticket price.
In addition to museums, there are many buildings that architecturally fantastic. One of the most famous of these buildings is the Eiffel Tower.
The Eiffel Tower is located on the 7th, and is known for its architectural beauty, history, and height as one of the tallest landmarks in the entire world. Another architectural must see in Paris is the Notre Dame Cathedral.
This Cathedral features a very awe inspiring Gothic design. This building stimulated the inspiration for "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," by Victor Hugo.
The Notre Dame Cathedral is located on the 4th. The Louvre Museum is also a must see.
Another interesting museum is the Picasso Museum which is found on 3rd. This museum is the home of many of Picasso's original works of art.
There are many other locations that provide great learning opportunities and breathtaking sights around Paris that are not as well known. For example, the Sacre Coeur on 18th is a church that is situated at the highest point in the city.
The Sainte Chapelle is another beautiful cathedral which is located on 1st. This church is much less gloomy than the Notre Dame Cathedral, but it is much prettier to view.
The Panteon, located on 5th, is also a thought provoking site. This is where many of the heroes of the French Republic lie.
The Carnavalet, located on 3rd, is another museum that is very interesting. It features the history of Paris and is free.
It is also fun to visit Printemps and the Galleries Lafayette on the 9th. You can visit the roofs of these building and watch the sunset sink over the Paris skyline.
You may also be interested in getting a hot air balloon ride at Parc Andre Citroen. Check ahead to make sure the day will not be too windy for a ride however.
There are many cafes lining the streets of Paris. This is a great place to rest and enjoy delicious Parisian food.
On a Friday night or Sunday afternoon you may even see hundreds of inline skates whiz by. It is a tradition for these skaters to skate for about 3 1/2 hours on a preplanned route at this time.
You are welcome to join them, if you are interested. Skating would be a great way to see the city, meet new people, and have fun.
The French are generally friendly people who consider manners to be very important. Do not be surprised if they seem offended or cowed if you speak too loudly.
As Americans, it is very common for us to speak loudly and it does not bother us. However, in other countries speaking loudly is seen as very rude.
Watch your manners, but take advantage of all the opportunities available to you in Paris. This will be a vacation you will never forget.
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