Paris (nicknamed the "City of light") is the capital city of France, and the largest city in France. Paris is also the centre of French economy, politics, traffic and culture.
 
Paris has many art museums and historical buildings to be enjoyed over and again. As a traffic centre, Paris has a very good underground subway system (called the Metro). Paris is said to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
 
It is known worldwide for the Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame cathedral, and the Eiffel tower. It has a reputation of being a romantic and cultural city and visitors come from every corner of the world to sample the romance and stunning side streets, architecture and of course the food.
 
The culture of Paris is mainly based around the arts, music, museums, festivals and other entertainment which lures all types of ken tourists to get swept up in the passionate mood Paris brings out in people. In imagination and in fact, Paris is a quintessential global city. It has been one of the world's most visited places for centuries, and its economy prospers today thanks to a well-educated workforce, modern infrastructure, and global niches in creative industries, business services, and tourism.
 
There are a thousand things to do and see in Paris and however much time you have here, it won’t be enough: Climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower, stroll down the Champs Elysée's, visit the Louvre, see many shows and exhibitions, or simply wander along the banks of the Seine...read in French in the Tuileries garden, and quite simply take the time to experience the Parisian way of life!
 
Stepping into this whirlwind that takes you from frenzy to romanticism will leave you with enduring memories. You will be much more proficient in French, and you will become aware of your ability to communicate in the language of Molière.
 
Very popular with tourists RE the Paris l’Open Tour (tour buses) which cover four routes across the capital all day with commentary in 8 languages. From 9.30 am to 6.30 pm they travel between many stops, picking up and dropping off every 10 to 25 minutes.