Paris is the ultimate destination for fashion lovers. And Boulevard Haussmann is the prime location for an elegant shopping spree. This 2.53 km long boulevard is home to one of the most famous shops in Paris: the Galeries Lafayette. This department store has everything you can imagine. Even non-shoppers will love the elegant balconies and impressive stained-glass dome. Insider tip: go up to the enormous rooftop terrace on the seventh floor. From here you can enjoy a fabulous view over Paris. You can even spot the Eiffel Tower!
The Eiffel Tower is the most famous landmark in Paris. Whether you admire this iron lady from below or embrace the challenge to climb to the top, this monument is an absolute must-see. You can reach the top by stairs or by lift. Pause on the first floor (57 metres above ground) to see the glass floor and take some fun photos. There is also a terrace where you can take a break. Continue to the second floor (115 metres above the ground) for an impressive view. From here you have a prime view of the city's impressive architecture. Grab your camera and look for famous monuments, such as the Louvre, the Notre-Dame or the Sacré-Coeur in Montmartre. Ready to go all the way? The third and final floor is just below the top of the Eiffel Tower, 276 metres high. Here you can visit Gustave Eiffel's office. There is also a champagne bar where you can raise a glass of bubbly to conquering the top!
There is so much to do in Paris that the hop-on hop-off bus tour provides an easy and fun alternative to explore the city. The open-roof double-decker bus drives by many classic highlights, like the Eiffel Tower, the Notre-Dame and the Moulin Rouge. Hop off at the Louvre Museum, home to Leonardo da Vinci's most famous artwork: the Mona Lisa. Or visit the Arc de Triomphe. Pick your favourite highlights to explore and enjoy a day full of culture and history.
