DK Travel : Paris

From Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower, Paris holds some of the world's most famous sights and these highlights should be top of the list for any first-time visitor. With the exception of the overtly modern Pompidou Centre, they have been landmarks of this elegant and romantic capital for centuries and remain awe-inspiring sights, no matter how often you visit the city.

More on guided tours in Paris

Hotel VILLA FENELON

Quiet, clean, well-priced by Paris standards and very nicely located near the Opera, about two blocks from a Metro stop, and if you want, walk-able to the Louvre and other tourist stops. There are tons of places to eat close by.
Ice-Skating Grand Prix

The Trophée Eric Bompard is the Parisian leg of the International Grand Prix.
Il Cortile

Italian specialities, such as veal with sage and strawberry soup, are served on a lovely patio in summer
Ile St-Louis

Although you could walk end to end in about 10 minutes, the Seine’s smaller island demands a more leisurely stroll. You’ll discover superb little art galleries, trendy boutiques, and a village-like atmosphere within this up-market enclave (see Ile de la Cité and Ile St-Louis).
Institut du Monde Arabe

This institute was founded in 1980 to promote cultural relations between France and the Arab world. The stunning building (1987) designed by architect Jean Nouvel features a southern wall of 1,600 photo-sensitive metal screens that open and close like a camera aperture to regulate light entering the building. The design is based on the latticed wooden screens of Islamic architecture. Inside are seven floors of Islamic artworks, from 9th-century ceramics to contemporary art, and ancient astrolabes used by astronomers of old.
International Pétanque Tournament

Players from all over the world compete in this bowls-like game.
International Show-Jumping

Show-jumping fans and competitors descend on Paris.
Iris Garden

An unusual feature is this designated garden which brings together more than 400 different varieties of iris.
Isabel Marant

A designer better known to Parisians than overseas, her work is hip but elegant.
Isami

One of the best Japanese restaurants in the city, but tiny so book ahead. Good choice of sushi.

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