• The Eiffel Tower is the most popular attraction in Paris.tour Eiffel - Eiffel tower image by AlcelVision from Fotolia.com
  
  Internationally known as the City of Lights, Paris is a popular vacation destination for travelers from every corner of the globe. This destination is not only the capital of France, but it is also the largest city in the country. As it has been one of the world's most popular metropolis in regards to culture, fashion and business, Paris is a haven for popular many different attractions and destinations.
  
  

Arc de Triomphe

• The Arc de Triomphe sits at the western end of the Champs-Elysees and was built to commemorate those who fought on the behalf of France in the Napoleonic Wars. This 160 foot monument is the second largest triumphal arch in the world. The names of the generals and which wars they fought were etched into the inside of the arc.
  
  

Boat Tour of the Seine River

• Boat tours of the Seine River are offered through Bateaux Vendettes du Pont-Neuf. There are four vessels to choose from, each of which offers guests 360 degree panoramic views of the river.
  
  Bateaux Les Vedettes du Pont-Neuf
  Square du Vert Galant
  Paris, France
  75001
  +33-46- 33-98-38
  vedettesdupontneuf.com
  
  

Champs-Elysées

• Champs-Elysées is an avenue in Paris that is famous for its specialty stores and high-end shopping options. As one of the most famous streets in the world, rent can be as expensive at over a million dollars a year per 1,100 square feet.
  
  

Eiffel Tower

• The Eiffel Tower is the tallest building in Paris and was built as the entrance arch for the World's Fair of 1889. The tower is 1,063 feet tall and the walk to the first level is over 300 steps.
  
  Eiffel Tower
  5 avenue Anatole France
  Champ de Mars
  Paris, France
  75007
  +33- 892-701-239
  tour-eiffel.fr/teiffel/uk/
  
  

Latin Quarter

• Latin Quarter is home to the Sorbonne University, also known as the University of Paris, which was built in the mid 11th century. This area of Paris is located on the left bank of the River Seine.
  
  

Louvre Museum

• Situated on the Right Bank of the Seine, the Louvre is the most visited museum in the world. As one of the landmarks in Paris, the Louvre houses artistic objects that are dated from prehistory to the 19th Century.
  
  Louvre Museum
  Musée du Louvre
  75058 Paris, France
  01 40 20 53 17
  louvre.fr
  
  

Musée d'Orsay

• The Musée d'Orsay is a Parisian museum that is located on the left bank of the Seine. This attraction is housed in what once was a railway station which was converted in 1977.
  
  Musée d'Orsay
  1 rue de la Legion d'Honneur
  Paris, France 75007
  +33-40-49-48-14
  www.musee-orsay.fr/en/home.html
  
  

Notre Dame Cathedral

• Since its completion in 1345, Notre Dame Cathedral is the pinnacle of French Gothic architecture. One of the highlights of this site is the set of five bells, one of which weighs over 13 tons.
  
  Notre Dame
  6 Bis Rue du Cloître Notre Dame
  75004 Paris, France
  + 43-54-91-67
  notredamedeparis.fr
  
  

Père Lachaise Cemetery

• Père Lachaise Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Paris and regarded as one of the most visited cemeteries in the world. It is the final resting place for several popular artists and historical figures such as Frederic Chopin, Oscar Wilde and rock legend Jim Morrison of the Doors.
  
  

Basilique du Sacre Coeur

• Basilique du Sacre Coeur is situated at the summit of the butte Montmatre, which is the highest point in the city.
  
  Basilique du Sacre Coeur
  35 Rue du Chevalier de La Barre
  75018 Paris, France
  +53- 41-89-00
  sacre-coeur-montmartre.com