{"id":857609,"date":"2024-09-07T16:06:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-07T13:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/?p=857609"},"modified":"2025-03-03T18:58:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T16:58:42","slug":"paris-in-48-hours-the-perfect-route","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/paris-in-48-hours-the-perfect-route\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\uddfc Paris in 48 hours: the perfect route"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paris<\/a> evokes awe and delight in me, although my love for this city did not arise from my first trip. On that visit, I lost my purse with my passport and became very stressed. After some time, I decided to give Paris<\/a> one more chance – and then the magic happened.<\/p>\n

The capital of France is luxurious and rich in attractions<\/a>. Over the weekend you will be able to explore only the main ones. I have compiled a convenient walking route around Paris<\/a> for two days, which will take you to top locations and tell their history. Start your first morning in Paris with a croissant and a cup of coffee and off you go!<\/p>\n

<\/em> What to see<\/a> in Paris<\/strong> on the first day?<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

For me personally, it was extremely important to see the Eiffel Tower. Therefore, we will start this route<\/a> around Paris with her. Then we will walk through the main attractions on the right bank of the Seine and reach the Parisian catacombs. In the evening you can take a romantic<\/a> walk on a river bus. A guide to Paris for your attention.<\/p>\n

A.<\/strong> Place Trocad\u00e9ro<\/strong><\/h3>\n

You can get to the starting point of our route by metro. The station is called: Trocad\u00e9ro.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This square has an excellent view of the pearl of Paris. Sitting on the parapet, you can take cool photos<\/a> where it\u2019s just you and her – the Eiffel Tower. From here you can admire the Trocadero Gardens, the main attraction<\/a> of which is the De Varsovy Fountain.<\/p>\n

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B.<\/strong> Eiffel Tower\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Now we go down to the most famous work of Gustav Eiffel. The 324-meter tower is the tallest building in the city. It was erected at the end of the 19th century. This miracle did not immediately fall in love with the Parisians. But in the end, the Eiffel Tower has become one of the most popular objects in the world – about 7 million people visit it every year.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Inside the tower there are several observation platforms, as well as a cafe. At the same time, this complex structure can accommodate up to 10 thousand people. Entrance to the top floor by elevator costs about 28 euros<\/strong>. Buy tickets<\/a> in advance, because you will be stuck here for a long time – the queues at the ticket office and to get up can take more than an hour.<\/p>\n

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C. Champ de Mars<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Having a picnic on the grass with a view of the Eiffel Tower is one of the favorite pastimes of tourists<\/a>. By the way, I also couldn\u2019t resist, took coffee and a baguette and joined other vacationers.<\/p>\n

The park at the foot of the main Parisian tourist<\/a> attraction is called the Champ de Mars because it is dedicated to the god of war. Previously, there was a parade ground where military parades and patriotic holidays were held.<\/p>\n

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D. Home for the Invalids<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This majestic building was built at the end of the 17th century. In those days it served as a hospital and shelter for war veterans. It is worth noting that army veterans still live here and social services are located here. But most of the premises are dedicated to the Army Museum<\/a> and several other exhibitions on military topics. Also in the Invalides House are the tombs of the heroes of France and the grave of Napoleon himself.<\/p>\n

Entrance to the museum is 15 euros. You can buy a ticket here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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E. Luxembourg Gardens<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Take a leisurely stroll through the streets of Paris and head towards the Luxembourg Gardens. Next to it is the Latin Quarter, where several prestigious universities are located. You can meet many students in the garden, so the territory of the 17th century park has been well modernized: many play and sports areas have appeared here. Next to the fountain at the Luxembourg Palace, sitting down on an elegant chair, you can watch children launch paper boats. Romance!<\/p>\n

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F. Pantheon<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

After passing the Sorbonne University, you will find yourself at another important attraction<\/a> – the Pantheon. It was built in the 18th century as a temple to Saint Genevieve, the patroness of Paris. But in the end, the building became a tomb for world famous Frenchmen: Voltaire, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Victor Hugo – in total about 50 celebrities are buried here. The architecture<\/a> of the Pantheon is majestic and impressive. A Foucault pendulum is installed in the center, demonstrating the daily rotation of the earth.<\/p>\n

You can get inside for 11.50 euros<\/strong>. If you want to enjoy the view of the Parisian rooftops and the Eiffel Tower, you need to pay an additional 3.50 euros<\/strong> to climb the dome of the temple. You can buy tickets<\/a> using this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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At this point you have walked more than 6 km. The next point is still 2 km away. If you want to save energy, you can take the bus<\/a> or metro. It is not necessary to download additional programs for transport; it will be enough to get directions in Google Maps to the Denfert-Rochereau stop.<\/p>\n

G. Catacombs of Paris<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Do you like to tickle your nerves? Then the next location is for you. The hairs on my skin stood on end there.\u00a0<\/p>\n

At the end of the 18th century, some of the Parisian cemeteries were closed. People needed to be buried somewhere – they decided to use catacombs for this. More than 6 million people were buried in the tunnels of ancient quarries, at a depth of 20 meters. 2.5 km of underground trails are available for tourists. On some of the walls you will see bas-reliefs, along the rest there are neatly stacked bones and skulls.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It is better to buy tickets to the catacombs in advance<\/a>. Visitors are allowed in on a timed basis, so there is a chance that there will be no free windows when you arrive. The cost of visiting is 29 euros.<\/p>\n

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Paris is considered the most romantic city in the world. It's time to feel it! You need to get to one of the river stations. They are at the Eiffel Tower, on the Montebello seafront and at the Ile de la Cit\u00e9. The Cit\u00e9 metro station is quite a convenient point for the Catacombs of Paris.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cruise<\/a> on the Seine<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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It will be great if dusk comes to the city by the time you walk along the Seine. At this time, Paris becomes especially enchanting. For the first 5 minutes of every hour, the Eiffel Tower is covered with a million little lights. Other attractions along the river are also beautifully illuminated in the evening. Take an audio guide<\/a> and listen to the tour<\/a> – it will introduce you to Paris even closer. The cost of an hour cruise is about 20 euros.<\/strong> There are ships where dinner is included in the program – a trip on this, of course, will cost more.<\/p>\n

What to see in Paris<\/strong> on the second day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

Guide for the second day, part one<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

An equally rich and exciting program awaits you on this day. First, I suggest walking from the Arc de Triomphe to Notre Dame<\/a> de Paris. Then take a look at the famous Paris Cemetery. This place is one of the largest museums of tomb sculpture in the world. And in the evening take a walk through cozy Montmartre. Consider that you already have a ready-made tour to Paris<\/a>. But keep in mind that if you don\u2019t want to organize it yourself, then Trip.com<\/a> specialists will take on this task.<\/p>\n

There are several metro and bus stops near the Arc de Triomphe – choose the one that is most convenient for you. The next 5 km will be covered on foot.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A. Arc de Triomphe<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Napoleon decided to build this building in honor of his victories. The craftsmen worked on the Arch for 30 years – the architectural work turned out to be almost 50 meters high and 45 meters wide. The area of \u200b\u200bthe walls was enough to list all the battles won by the French army, as well as record the names of the military leaders under whose leadership triumphs were achieved. On the Arch you will see four sculptures and six bas-reliefs telling about important events during the reign of Bonaparte.\u00a0<\/p>\n

For 13 euros<\/strong> you can look inside the attraction. There is a museum dedicated to its construction. There is also a chance to go up and admire Paris from a new perspective. You<\/a> can find out the opening hours of the Arc de Triomphe and buy an entrance ticket here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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B. Champs Elysees<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When I heard this phrase, I imagined a park area. But no. This is a lively avenue with boutiques, offices and restaurants. From the park there are only rows of trees along the sidewalks. Although at the other end of the street there are the Champs Elysees Gardens – there is already a lot of greenery there. But let's return to the avenue. Its spaciousness is impressive: the street is 71 meters wide and 2 km long. Nowadays, all major republican parades are held on the Champs Elysees.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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C. Place de la Concorde<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Champs Elysees ends at the Place de la Concorde. The octagonal parade ground, like the fields, was created in the 17th century. Initially, the square was named after Louis XV, and in its center there was a monument to the king. During the revolution in the 18th century, the monument was demolished and the Statue of Liberty was installed in its place. A guillotine was placed nearby, where more than a thousand people were executed, including Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Five years after those events, the French agreed among themselves on the vector of development of the country and renamed this parade ground Place de la Concorde. A 23-meter obelisk appeared here in the 19th century – it was a gift from the Egyptian<\/a> king. At the same time, fountains were built on both sides of the stele, decorated with sculptures of sea and river mythical characters. The statues located in the corners of the square symbolize the largest cities in France.<\/p>\n

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D. Tuileries Garden<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The specialty of Paris is its clear layout. The Tuileries Garden is no exception. Paths, plantings, fountains – everything in it is geometrically adjusted. The park is located in the city center, but on its 25 hectares you will find a quiet corner to take a break from the crowded Paris. Walking along the alleys, you can see sculptures by famous French masters – some were installed in the 18th century, some in the 20th.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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E. Louvre<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Tuileries Garden flows into the Carrousel Garden. After passing it, you will find yourself at the Louvre. In the 12th century there was a fortress on the site of the current palace. Two centuries later, the castle began to be used as a royal residence. At the end of the 18th century, the Louvre was turned into a museum. The pyramid on the square appeared in 1989 during the modernization of the palace. It became the main entrance to the gallery, capable of admitting a larger flow of visitors. But keep in mind that the museum also has an additional entrance – sometimes there is a shorter queue.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Louvre presents more than 30 thousand exhibits. Here are the Venus de Milo, and Nike of Samothrace, and the Mona Lisa. The gallery's halls house art objects from antiquity to the mid-19th century. Later collections can be found in the Orsay Museum. To see the entire Louvre exhibition, you will need at least two days. So decide in advance what you want to see, or postpone your visit until next time. You can book your visit and buy a ticket only online<\/a>. The cost of the visit is 17 euros<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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F. Pont Neuf<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Nine bridges lead to the Ile de la Cit\u00e9. Pont Neuf, although translated as “New Bridge,” is the oldest in Paris. It was built at the beginning of the 17th century in just three years, because the king himself supervised the work. This is why there is a statue of Henry IV on the prow of the Ile de la Cit\u00e9. According to the plan, the bridge was supposed to not only allow carts to move and people to walk, but also to accommodate shops selling goods.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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G. Conciergerie<\/strong><\/h3>\n

One of the iconic landmarks of the Cit\u00e9 is the Conciergerie. This castle has existed since the 6th century. It was once used both as a residence and as an administration for the king. And in the 14th century the palace was turned into a prison. They were imprisoned here for various crimes. The conditions of stay were determined not by the level of severity of the crime, but by the financial situation of the prisoner and his connections. Someone paid for their own quarters with a bed and a table. The poor slept on the floor in unsanitary conditions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A ticket to the Conciergerie costs 11.50 euros<\/strong>. You can buy it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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H. Notre-Dame de Paris<\/strong><\/h3>\n

I was lucky enough to visit inside this temple before the fire. Its reconstruction is expected to be completed next year. And may you now not be able to see the crown of thorns, the nail and part of the cross on which Jesus was crucified. But you can enjoy the appearance of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris<\/a>. External arches, roses and stained glass windows, gargoyles and sculptures are amazing. Construction of this Gothic temple began in the 12th century and was completed in the 14th. Emperors were crowned here and the funerals of people important to the country took place. Walk around Notre Dame to get a better look at this work of art.<\/p>\n

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The next location is about 4 km. Gambetta station can be reached by metro or bus.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cemetery P\u00e8re Lachaise\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are more than a million graves here, many of which belong to celebrities. It all started with La Fontaine and Moli\u00e8re, whose remains were moved to P\u00e8re Lachaise in the 19th century. So the land owners decided to increase the popularity of the cemetery. And it worked! The place began to attract the best of the best. Wealthy relatives decorated the burials with sculptures and stucco, turning the necropolis into an open-air museum. Whose graves can you visit in P\u00e8re Lachaise? For example, Oscar Wilde and Honore de Balzac, Jim Morrison and Edith Piaf. The cemetery is open until 6 pm. Entrance to the territory is free.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

I propose to end the second day of my stay in Paris with my favorite place – Montmartre. Exit the cemetery through the other entrance leading to P\u00e8re Lachaise station. And from there take the metro to the Anvers stop. 200 meters up – and you are at a new starting point.<\/p>\n

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Guide for<\/strong><\/a> the second day, part two<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A. Montmartre<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The slopes of a 130-meter mountain, as for me, are the most comfortable place in the city. Here the air is filled with the spirit of creativity. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, many now famous, but then poor, artists, writers and performers lived in Montmartre. Such as Paul Gauguin, Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, Emile Zola, Hector Berlioz. They relaxed in local establishments, sometimes paying with their works rather than with money.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

In order not to start getting acquainted with the “Mountain of Martyrs”, as Montmartre is translated from French, overcoming about two hundred steps after an already active day, I suggest you take the funicular. It works from 6 am until almost 1 am. Some passes include use of this type of transport<\/a>. If you don't have one, just buy a ticket.<\/p>\n

B. Basilica of Sacr\u00e9-Coeur<\/strong><\/h3>\n

At the highest point of Paris is a snow-white cathedral in the Roman-Byzantine style – the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. This temple was built at the beginning of the 20th century. Inside it is decorated with stained glass and mosaics. From the steps of Sacre Coeur, the capital of France is in full view. If you want a 360-degree view, you can climb the dome of the cathedral. There is a separate entrance for this. It is paid – 7 euros<\/strong>. You can buy a ticket here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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C. Place du Tertre<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Next to the Sacre Coeur is Place du Tertre. Street artists work and sell their paintings here. Just imagine Amedeo Modigliani, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gogh once sat in the place of these creators! Maybe the works of today's artists will also be worth fabulous amounts<\/a> of money over time.<\/p>\n

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Walking through the winding streets of Montmartre, you can see the “Wall of Love” with a confession written in different languages \u200b\u200bof the world, a monument to “The Man Passing Through the Wall” – the main character of the story of the same name by Marcel Aime. As well as flea markets, many art galleries and various museums.<\/p>\n

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F. Moulin Rouge<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Finally, go down to another iconic place – the Moulin Rouge cabaret<\/a>. This establishment was opened at the end of the 19th century, and it does not lose popularity to this day. Not only cancan, but also striptease was born within its walls! More than one film has been made about the “Red Mill”.<\/p>\n

The cabaret gives two performances a day. A ticket to the show will cost you from 88<\/strong> to 210 euros<\/strong>. You can choose the option with dinner, which will be twice as expensive. Please note that it is better to come to such a place in an elegant outfit. You can view the Moulin Rouge program and purchase tickets using this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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G.<\/strong> Place Pigalle<\/strong><\/h3>\n

After the show or just a photo shoot at the Mill, you can walk through the “red light district”. In Paris this is the Pigalle district. There are many sex shops here, and brothels still operate in the alleys.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Just two days in Paris? Find out how to make the most of your 48 hours in the city of love. From the Eiffel Tower to Montmartre is the optimal walking route for exploring the main attractions of Paris in a short time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":839843,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_wp_rev_ctl_limit":""},"categories":[2995,2069,2519,2509],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-857609","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-frankreich-en","category-europa-en","category-reisetipps-en","category-reisen-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/857609","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=857609"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/857609\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/839843"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=857609"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=857609"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=857609"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}