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7th Arrondissement featuring interior views

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Left Bank must see attractions

1. Eiffel Tower

Alongside the river Seine and in the Champ de Mars park, the 1,062-foot-tall (323-meter) Eiffel Tower attracts more than 7 million visitors annually. It has two restaurants, including the legendary Le Jules Verne on the second floor, and three viewing levels.

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Eiffel Tower showing modern architecture and a garden

2. Luxembourg Gardens

Despite its grandiose beginnings as the grounds for a royal palace, the 53-acre (23-hectare) Luxembourg Gardens is known as a park of the people.

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Luxembourg Gardens showing a garden as well as a large group of people

3. Les Invalides

Les Invalides is a historic military complex that includes several museums, monuments and churches. Brush up on French military history at its trio of museums, stroll along the grand lawns of the Esplanade des Invalides and see the ostentatious tomb of the famous French dictator Napoleon Bonaparte.

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Les Invalides which includes heritage architecture

4. Paris Catacombs

With its eerily ornate bone formations, the Paris Catacombs seems like some macabre artwork but it actually spawned from practicality. Overcrowded graveyards in the late 1700s were causing health problems in the city, including the spread of disease through contaminated water. From 1786 to 1814, the exhumed bones from the city’s cemeteries were transferred to the abandoned underground limestone quarries, and the result is the haunting catacombs. The passageways are more than a mile long (1.6 kilometers), with wall-to-wall skeletal remains neatly arranged around memorial plaques. The bones are arranged according to bone type – skulls, femurs, tibias. Some bones are more than a century old, with some that date back to the French Revolution.

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Exploring the haunting beauty of the Paris Catacombs in Île-de-France, France

5. Tour Montparnasse

Tour Montparnasse is one of the very few skyscrapers in Paris, making the view from its 56th-floor observation deck almost entirely exclusive. The 690-foot (210-meter) tower has an upscale restaurant and is primarily used for offices and residences. Spot some of your favorite sights around Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, from the observation deck.

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Tour Montparnasse showing a city, landscape views and night scenes

What to do in Left Bank

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Eiffel Tower

Nothing says Paris like this landmark of iron latticework emblematic of the City of Light.

Luxembourg Gardens

You’ll find a leafy oasis within the busy Latin Quarter, complete with picturesque statues, fountains and an orchard.

Les Invalides

Gain insight into French military history at this Baroque complex, which contains several museums and military monuments, including the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Orsay Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orsay Museum during your travels in Paris. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.

Panthéon

You can find out about the history of Paris with a trip to Panthéon. Discover the acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Paris Catacombs

This chilling underground graveyard opened as a tourist attraction in 1874, and houses the remains of more than 6 million Parisians.

Rue Cler

During your trip to Paris, you can enjoy retail therapy at Rue Cler. While in this walkable area, you can savor the cafes and restaurants.

Jardin de Plantes - main botanical garden in France. The exterior of the Grande Galerie de l'?volution

Place d'Italie

Learn about the local history of Paris with a stop at Place d'Italie. Make time for the notable monuments and local tours in this vibrant area.

Eiffel Tower showing landscape views and a city

Tour Montparnasse

Dine at the Paris of the Sky for a rare chance to look out over the sprawling City of Lights beneath you.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Left Bank

French Academy showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and signage

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

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Home to the École des Beaux-Arts and Musée national Eugène Delacroix, this Parisian quarter boasts iconic cafés like Les Deux Magots and Café de Flore. Easily accessible via Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Mabillon metro stations.

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(524 area reviews)

Immerse yourself in the intellectual tradition and history of the 6th arrondissement, home to art galleries, fashion stores, and iconic cafés like Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots. Don't miss the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Latin Quarter.

Latin Quarter

4.5/5(1,421 area reviews)

Brimming with student life, the area boasts a lively atmosphere and numerous bistros, while being home to prestigious institutions like Sorbonne University and Collège de France.

Luxembourg Gardens featuring flowers, a statue or sculpture and a garden

Odéon

Consider a visit to Luxembourg Gardens and take some time to enjoy the colorful gardens during your time in Odéon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Paris Luxembourg Station or Odeon Station.

Sorbonne

Consider a visit to Panthéon and take some time to enjoy the stunning river views during your time in Sorbonne. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cluny - La Sorbonne Station.

Notre-Dame cathedral at dusk, as viewed from Tournelle bridge, on île de la cité, earth of Paris, France.

5th Arrondissement

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

Panthéon and Rue Mouffetard are top sights in 5th Arrondissement, and you should be sure to explore the charming cafes. Hop aboard the metro at Maubert-Mutualité Metro Station or Cardinal Lemoine Metro Station to see more sights in the area.