Considered to be the most romantic city in the world, the French capital is the hub of culture and sophistication. From world famous opera to the celebrated concert halls; from the wealth of theatres to museums that are second to none, Paris has something for everyone.

Paris has a variety of museums and galleries including the Louvre, Musee Carnavalet, Musee National d’Histoire Naturelle, Musee National du Moyen-Age, Musee Montmartre, Musee Picasso, Musee Rodin, Musee National d’Art Modern, L’Orangie, Espace Monmartre Salvador Dali and more. The gardens of Paris are also well worth a visit, among them, Jardins du Luxembourg, Jardin de Tuleries, Jardins du Palais Royal.

Opéra Bastille

The work of Carlos Ott, the Opera Bastille was one of Francoise Mitterand’s major building projects and officially opened on 13 July 1989 in conjunction with the commemorative celebrations of the bicentenary of the French Revolution. This large, modern theatre seats 2,703.  More at this Location...

Palais Garnier

This fine piece of design was constructed in the time of Napoleon III as part of Haussmann’s city development scheme. Charles Garnier submitted the winning design for the Palais and construction lasted from 1860 to 1875. Home to the world famous Ballet de l’Opera, Opera Garnier presents an extensive repertoire of contemporary music and dance in addition to the popular classical pieces.  More at this Location...

Théâtre des Champs Elysées

The Theatre de Champs Elysees was built in 1912 by the Perret brothers as a perfect example of Art Deco and was listed as a landmark in 1953. The first performance of the Rite of Spring by the Russian ballet caused a scandal that threatened to close the theatre. However, years on, the great figures who followed one another on to this prestigious stage assured this theatre’s place in our history books.  More at this Location...

Théâtre du Châtelet

The Théâtre du Châtelet first opened in 1862 and has been an eclectic venue hosting Plays, Extravaganzas, Operetta (Luis Mariano, Tino Rosi), Variety Shows, Films (Melies) and Dance (Pavlova, Nijinski, Diaghilev).  More at this Location...

Opéra Comique

The Opera-comique was founded over 3 centuries ago. The original theatre was destroyed by fire and was reconstructed in 1840. The present theatre, named Salle Favart, was restored in 1997. Music lovers will enjoy this mythical place which presents popular works in a superb Italian styled auditorium.  More at this Location...

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