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Metro Stations : - République - line 3 & 5 & 8 & 9 & 11 - 2 minutes walking distance - Oberkampf - line 5 & 9 - 4 minutes walking distance - Temple - line 3 - 4 minutes walking distance Train Stations : - Gare de Lyon - 15 mins by metro line 9 RER Stations : - Nation - 15 minutes by car or 10 mins by metro Airports : - Roissy-Charles de Gaulle - 29 km - 45 minutes by car - Orly - 20 km - 35 minutes by car

Located on Place de l’Opéra, built between 1861 and 1875 by the architect Charles Garnier, the Palais Garnier opera house has a richly decorated facade, a monumental staircase, and a 1,900-seat Italian auditorium with a ceiling painted by Marc Chagall, lit by a huge crystal chandelier. This building is a perfect example of 19th-century architecture hiding its metallic structure under lots of decorative features. From 1881 to the present day it has undergone several periods of restoration and modernization work that has made it more functional. Maria Callas and Rudolf Nureyev are some of the many artists who have contributed to the history of opera and ballet here. Until the opening of the Bastille opera house, the Palais Garnier opera house presented only ballet. Since then, it has returned to its original vocation of being an academy for music, dance and opera.

Inaugurated in 1825, it joins the Ourcq Canal to the Port de l’Arsenal at Bastille (discovery boat trips available). In the 1970s plans were made to cover the waterway. But local residents took action, the Culture Minister André Malraux stepped in and the Canal remained a canal with its rotating bridge and its 9 locks. Today it is much prized a promenade and picnic area.

The Louvre, in its successive architectural metamorphoses, has dominated central Paris since the late 12th century. Built on the city's western edge, the original structure was gradually engulfed as the city grew. The dark fortress of the early days was transformed into the modernized dwelling of François I and, later, the sumptuous palace of the Sun King, Louis XIV. The Auditorium at the Louvre offers a complete program of lectures, concerts, and films linked to the collections and to events taking place at the museum

An old royal quarter created in the 14th century, the Marais had its golden age in the 16th century: many luxurious town houses were then built, which can still be seen today. Now a trendy party-going and fashion area living day and night, passers-by will encounter artistes and stylists who cruise the lively streets crammed with designer shops, art galleries, restaurants and trendy bars. Visiting the nearby Musée Cognacq-Jay dedicated to the refined art of the 18th century is a must. From there, go to the Place des Vosges where Victor Hugo lived, whose house is now a museum open to visitors.

Created in 1865 by the visionary Jules Jaluzot and listed as a historical monument, Printemps Haussmann is today one of Paris's leading department stores. - More than 44,000 m² devoted to luxury goods, fashion, glamour and dream products; -25 floors over 3 buildings; - 1 million references and over 300 brands sold exclusively; - a panoramic terrace with an exceptional view over Paris; Printemps Haussmann offers you an unforgettable experience at the heart of Parisian style and fashion, and offers you the opportunity to find the latest in fashion, luxury, home-ware and beauty all in one place through a selection of great French and international brands. Printemps Haussmann also offers 7 eateries for coffee & tea, traditional meals, as well as a wide choice of cuisine. For its international customers, Printemps Haussmann offers personalized services such as bilingual staff to accompany customers as they shop, delivery to hotels in Paris, delivery of purchases worldwide, tax refund and the acceptance of all foreign currencies at cash desks. Open from Monday to Saturday from 9.35am to 8pm and on Thursday until 8.45pm. On Sunday from 11am to 7pm.

Experience an extraordinary evening at the Lido de Paris, a legendary cabaret situated on the most beautiful avenue in the world, the Champs-Elysées! Through the story of a woman in search for happiness, the Lido offers a 1hr30 journey of emotions and discoveries that will fill you with wonder and dreams. 42 Bluebell Girls, 23 different decors, 600 costumes and exceptional attractions: let yourself be taken away by feathers and sequins!

Constructed from 1887 to 1889 as the entrance to the 1889 World's Fair, it was initially criticised by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals for its design, but it has become a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognisable structures in the world.; The Eiffel Tower is one of the most-visited paid monument in the world.