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Between Paris and the English Channel lies the region of Normandy, abounding in historic sites, moody countryside and culinary hotspots. You can visit some of the area’s highlights on a day trip from the French capital, or take your time and let the Normans conquer you with charm. One of the region’s premier sights is the breathtaking tidal island of Mont Saint-Michel. The island is connected to the coastline via a causeway, ringed with a defensive wall and dominated by the soaring spire of its abbey which dates back to the 8th century. The town of Saint Malo, although in neighboring Brittany, offers a similarly well-preserved center within forbidding walls. The charming town of Honfleur, with its unique wooden church and jumble of houses surrounding a peaceful harbor, was passed back and forth between the English and the French in the Middle Ages. More recent history is remembered in the sands of Normandy’s beaches.

One of the most popular tourism options in Paris is to check out one of the historic cabarets: Moulin Rouge, Le Lido, Paradis Latin, Crazy Horse, Nouvelle Eve, Mugler Follies and Folies Bergère. All offer similar forms of adult entertainment in the form of dance and acrobatic numbers featuring men and women in various states of undress, and occasionally without any clothes at all. Cabaret shows are an adult experience, highly suggestive and not for children. That does not mean, however, that cabarets are like strip clubs in America. Instead, they're like a sexy Cirque du Soleil. There is a range of viewing options, from simply sitting at the bar to sipping Champagne and eating a multi-course meal at one of the best tables in the joint. You'll pay between €100 and €300 for this evening out, depending on what time of year you go and what drinking and dining options you choose, but you will have an experience that cannot be found outside of the City Of Light.

With its beautiful scenery, historic towns and magnificent chateaux, the Loire Valley lies in easy reach of Paris. During the Renaissance period French aristocrats built lavish residences on or near the Loire River. Over 300 chateaux were built in the region, with only a few open to public visits. Among them is the 11th century Chateau d’Amboise, where Amboise’s most famous non-royal resident, Leonardo da Vinci worked. Da Vinci may be responsible for designs to an even more spectacular chateau – Chambord – namely the double-helix staircase. Chambord’s façade is one of the Loire’s most famous, rising from a solid base and becoming more fanciful the higher it climbs. Meanwhile, instantly recognisable Chenonceau is one of the great monuments of the French Renaissance. While all of these buildings express the aspirations of different ages, the rambling Chateau de Blois, offers a whole range of styles in one spot.

The City of Light is known for romance, and few landmarks are more iconic than the Eiffel Tower. And while this popular attraction ranks high on the list of must-see-spots for travelers (particularly in summer months), its epic views and storied history can be hard to stomach while navigating serious crowds. Luckily, skip-the-line tours offer travelers an immediate trip to the top, so they can bypass tourists and head straight for those magnificent views. Our Skip-the-Line Eiffel Tower Ticket in Paris offers visitors a fast-track entrance to the first and second levels of the tower, as well as access to its highest point. Travelers can explore the structure solo and venture through the priority walkway to the high-speed elevator—without waiting in line! Visitors who want to know more can opt for the Skip the Line: Eiffel Tower Tickets and Small Group Tour. Guests follow an expert guide to the second level of this iconic tower.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the views of Paris’ major attractions lining the beautiful river Seine, whose historic riverbanks are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Starting at the imposing Eiffel Tower, your route takes in the iconic Notre Dame-Cathedral, the buzzing Latin Quarter and the Parisian Statue of Liberty, as well as world-famous museums such as the Musée d’Orsay and the Louvre, as you cruise to La Bibliothèque Nationale and back. Your boat’s glass roof and large panoramic windows offer great views from every seat. Enjoy a delicious lunch as you drift slowly past the sights of Paris.

The Eiffel Tower’s location on the Left Bank of the Seine makes it easy to combine a visit to the tower with a cruise on the river—a relaxing way to spot top sights like the Notre Dame. Here’s what you need to know to find the right combo for you. Highlights Check off two of Paris’ top activities in one convenient ticket package.Options are available for both day and night, with some featuring dinner.Some Eiffel Tower tickets include skip-the-line access.Cruise tickets can often be used on a different day to provide flexibility. Half-Day Combo Tours Four to five hours in duration, a half-day combo allows you to maximize your time in the city while still getting an overview of the main attractions. This is an ideal way to get oriented with the city’s landmarks and neighborhoods at the beginning of your trip.

Spend your Christmas in Paris, and see how the fashionable French celebrate Christmas in style! Oozing with atmosphere, Paris has long been the destination of choice for stylish shoppers, romancing lovers, families and food lovers alike. So what better place to spend the festive season – perfect for Christmas shopping in the chic boutiques, or wining and dining against the romantic backdrop of the City of Lights. Take a stroll down the elegant Champs-Elysées and see this famous avenue decked out sparkling Christmas trees and 150,000 twinkling lights stretching from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde. This is just one of many light displays around the capital, so why not take our Paris Christmas Lights Tour to see along with the best of the rest.

Want to travel around Paris like a local? Let your chauffeur take the wheel of an iconic Citroen 2CV and you’ll soon be whizzing around the Arc de Triomphe in true Parisian style. Private tours of Paris by Citroen 2CV whisk you on a chauffeur-driven tour of the city. With their convertible soft-top roof and cute boxy design, the Citroen 2CV is a quintessential symbol of France. You’ll drive past the major attractions, from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame and the Moulin Rouge, plus visit secret Parisian hideaways like Place de la Fontaine Stravinsky, Place du Marche Ste Catherine and the Hotel de Sens.