Panthéon : Who needs a reason to visit the Panthéon? Its gorgeous neoclassical architecture is luring enough. Don't forget to look up.
Musée Rodin : Musée Rodin is an estate with a serene garden filled with sculptures like The Thinker and The Gates of Hell. An intimate and personal museum-going experience.
Place de la Concorde : Despite its macabre history (guillotine executions), this public square is now one of the most beautiful places in Paris. The Luxor Obelisk and mermaid-filled fountain only add to the glamour.
Pont Alexandre III : This ornate, Beaux-style bridge built to commemorate the Franco-Russian Alliance of 1892—is a major thoroughfare, connecting the Left and Right Banks of Paris.
Jardin du Luxembourg : Rife with greenery, Jardin du Luxembourg is ‘the’ spot for locals to stroll and relax. While the overall vibe here is quite grand and regal, there are still intimate corners to be found.
Palais Garnier : Palais Garnier is one of the most opulent Beaux-Arts buildings in Paris. Prepare to be dazzled by the grand marble staircase, gilded chandeliers, and frescoed ceilings.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame : The face of French Gothic architecture, the cathedral's iconic facade and rose windows draw massive crowds, so plan on getting there on the early.
Fondation Louis Vuitton : Open since 2014, this spectacular museum is home to some of the city’s best contemporary art. But we think the sailboat-shaped building designed by Frank Gehry is a masterpiece in itself.
Musée Jacquemart-André : Once the home of a refined, art-collecting couple, Musée Jacquemart-André now serves as a museum with works from Rembrandt, Bellini, Botticelli, and more. The 19th-century mansion impresses with grand marble staircases and gallery walls.