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Paris simply has that je ne sais quoi. While you may want toavoid the city in high season due to the high density of tourists,Paris is beautiful the whole year round and anybody who's been therewill tell you how there's always something new to discover. If you'replanning a trip there or just looking for some ideas for what to dowhen you're there, look no further... Getting around Gettingaround Paris is simple. Locals recommend taxis for the speediest wayacross town, but they can be expensive. A cheaper option is the Metro,which is cheaper and very extensive, although it can be crowded.Otherwise, you can go by foot or rent a bike as part of the city's Vélib’system. Paris is an incredibly pedestrian-friendly city and one of thegreatest pleasures is simply strolling through the streets and seeingwhat hidden gems you find. Weather Duringsummer, the weather is often warm and can be humid. In autumn, winterand spring, it is cool, with wetter winters. Still, even if it rains,there is a wealth of museums and galleries to see, or you could simplywhile away your time in a trendy cafe. Museums and Galleries The Louvre is one of the largest and most famous museums, housing many works of art, including the Mona Lisa (La Joconde) and the Venus de Milo statue. Le Musee d'Orsay islocated on the banks of the Seine, housed in the former railway stationthe Gare d'Orsay, an impressive Beaux-Arts edifice. Houses works bygreats such as Monet, Cezanne, Renoir and Degas. Centre Georges Pompidouisa complex in the Beaubourg area of the 4th arrondissement of Paris,near Les Halles, rue Montorgueil and the Marais. It was designed in thestyle of high-tech architecture. It houses the Bibliothèque publiqued'information, the Musée National d'Art Moderne, and IRCAM, acentre for music and acoustic research. It is named after GeorgesPompidou, who was President of France from 1969 to 1974. The CentrePompidou has had over 150 million visitors since 1977. Palaces and Landmarks The Eiffel Tower-a global icon, completed in 1889. Its first and second levels areaccessible by lift and stairs, but you must take an elevator to thetop, where you can look out over the entire city for a spectacular view. The Palace of Versailles –known in French as the Chateau de Versailles. When it was first built,Versailles was a country village: today it is a suburb of Paris! Thecourt of Versailles was the centre of political power from 1682 till1789 and is a symbol of the Ancien Regime. Today it is one of the toptourist attractions in Paris.You can purchase a Passport for Versaillesfrom one of the train stations that includes round-trip train ticketand admission to more than you'll have time to see! Notre Dame –is considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecturein the world and boasts beautiful stained glass windows and a massiveorgan, which has an astonishing 7,800 pipes! The great bell, Emmanuel,is tolled to mark the hours of the day and special occasions.Astonishingly, the cathedral itself was never officially finished... Arc de Triomphe– a famous moment that stands in the centre of the Place Charles deGaulle at the western end of the Champs-Elysees. The triumphal archhonours those who fought for France, particularly in the NapoleonicWars. On the inside and top of the arch, the names of generals areinscribed. The Arc is the linchpin of the historic axis (L'Axe historique)— a sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route which goesfrom the courtyard of the Louvre Palace to the outskirts of Paris. Panthéon- was originally intended to be a church dedicated to St. Genevieve,but is now most famous as a burial place for such famous names asVoltaire, the Curies and Rousseau. Located in the 5th arrondissement onthe Montagne Sainte-Geneviève, the Panthéon looks out over all ofParis. Head down to the catacombs for a particularly interestingexperience. Its architect, Jacques-Germain Soufflot, died before hiswork was achieved, and his plans were not entirely followed.Nevertheless, it is one of the most important architecturalachievements of its time and the first great neoclassical monument. Cafes, Restaurants and Bars Art Brut – fantastic setting and incredible decor (food isn't bad either!) Cafe Lacombe – perfect for brunch Tribal Cafe – cheap pints and free couscous – need I say more? Le Tambour – all night eating and drinking, for those who get a bit peckish around midnight... Hotel du Nord – understatedly chic with a parisian heritage, fantastically romantic and peaceful Point Éphémère –run by a non-profit organisation that converts wastelands into culturalcentres for young artists, features a variety of interestingexhibitions and concerts. Hotels Whenbooking a hotel, bear in mind that while most places in the centre ofthe city (1-6th districts), once you start getting into double-digits,you should take more care. Check out your hotel or hostel beforehand.Don't just go for the cheapest one you find, or you might discover witha shock that it's, for example, in the middle of the red lightdistrict! Hotel reviewing platforms and travel forums are a good placeto check out whether your choice is a safe one.