Paris is one of the world’s best-loved destinations, and it’s easy to see why. With legendary museums, iconic landmarks and royal gardens, every day brings something unforgettable.

The Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Musée d’Orsay, the Palace of Versailles and Disneyland®, just outside the city, are among the most popular attractions, but Paris and its surroundings have much more to offer.

visitparis.city helps you plan your trip and book tickets online for the main attractions, so you can spend your time sightseeing instead of standing in line.

Why Book Tickets for Paris’s Top Attractions Online

Millions of people visit Paris every year, and during busy periods the queues can spoil your day. When you book online:

• You avoid the long waits: at the Eiffel Tower, for example, waits at the ticket office can exceed two hours during the high season. With an online ticket, you can save time at the entrance.
• You choose your day and time in advance. At places like Versailles, entry is managed by time slot and tickets sell out days ahead.
• You can add extras such as a guided tour, audio guide or video guide, depending on the museum.
• You pay securely and safely online.
• Your ticket is always available on your smartphone

Where to Start: The Most Popular Attractions

If it’s your first time in Paris, start with the classics:

• Louvre: the world’s most visited museum, home to masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.
• Eiffel Tower: the symbol of the city, best seen by day, at sunset and at night, when it lights up.
• Musée d’Orsay: masterpieces by Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh inside a former railway station, and easier to get around than the Louvre.
• Palace of Versailles: the Hall of Mirrors, the gardens and the Trianon estate, about 40 minutes by train from the city centre.
• Disneyland® Paris: two theme parks that are perfect for families and fans alike, about 40 minutes by train from Paris.

Planning Your Days: Watch Out for Closing Days

Before you pick your dates, check the weekly closing days: the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays, while the Musée d’Orsay and the Palace of Versailles are closed on Mondays. The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year.

A simple plan: spend Monday at the Louvre and Tuesday at the Musée d’Orsay or on a full day trip to Versailles. Versailles and Disneyland each deserve a day of their own.

Beyond the Big Classics

With a few extra days, you can discover other popular experiences:

• Seine River Cruise: by day or at night, for a different view of the city’s landmarks.
• Paris Catacombs: an underground journey through a network of tunnels lined with human bones, one of the most unusual experiences in the city.
• Arc de Triomphe: the rooftop terrace with views over the Champs-Élysées.
• Sainte-Chapelle: a Gothic chapel with some of the most beautiful stained glass in the world, easy to combine with the Conciergerie.

See More, Spend Less

If you’re planning several visits, the Paris City Pass bundles priority access to the main attractions, a Seine river cruise, an audio guide with over a hundred points of interest and a 10% discount on other attractions into a single purchase.