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Posted by: Simon | Date: 21st October 2009
THE art museum of the world and well worth a visit when spending any amount of time in Paris. If you're in a hurry, be sure to choose the artworks you most want to see carefully, usually the Mona Lisa, the Venus De Milo and Winged Victory to ensure you don't miss out as time can quickly fly by wandering through the wings.
Ticket prices for the permanent exhibit are 9 euros before 6 pm and 6 euros after. I'd really recommend entering the museum from the metro entrance or from the Denon wing along the Seine as the line by the Glass Pyramid can become very long. You can also purchase a Museum combined card to avoid the queues and save money on the entrance charges are a number of other museums in Paris.
Ticket prices for the permanent exhibit are 9 euros before 6 pm and 6 euros after. I'd really recommend entering the museum from the metro entrance or from the Denon wing along the Seine as the line by the Glass Pyramid can become very long. You can also purchase a Museum combined card to avoid the queues and save money on the entrance charges are a number of other museums in Paris.
Location: Musée du Louvre, Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
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Posted by: Simon | Date: 20th August 2009
The Eiffel tower is another essential sight when visiting Paris, and despite the queues at the foot of the tower and the subsequent queues to get on and off the lifts at each level, the 360 degree views alone at well worth if.
By far the best time to visit is last afternoon or in the evening as the crowds are much shorter. If you opt for the evening you can enjoy a different perspective on the city by seeing the city lights as well as enjoying two admissions for the price of one. Sunset is beautiful, but expect to queue.
I’ve been lucky enough to visit the top of the tower around three times now, on various trips to Paris, and on the first occasion I opted to descend the middle floor via the stairs rather than taking the lift, which, although tiring, was quite rewarding. I’d also recommend everyone visits the very top of the tower, if only for the slightly nervous feeling you get when ascending in the last lift!
By far the best time to visit is last afternoon or in the evening as the crowds are much shorter. If you opt for the evening you can enjoy a different perspective on the city by seeing the city lights as well as enjoying two admissions for the price of one. Sunset is beautiful, but expect to queue.
I’ve been lucky enough to visit the top of the tower around three times now, on various trips to Paris, and on the first occasion I opted to descend the middle floor via the stairs rather than taking the lift, which, although tiring, was quite rewarding. I’d also recommend everyone visits the very top of the tower, if only for the slightly nervous feeling you get when ascending in the last lift!
Location: Avenue Gustave Eiffel 75007 Paris, France
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Posted by: Simon | Date: 13th June 2009
Considered to be the cradle of the old town of Nice, Castle Hill is a fortified site, offers stunning panoramic views over the Promenade des Anglais and the old port of Nice and despite nearly five visits, there is something about Castle Hill that always brings me back whenever I’m travelling to Nice. Whether it’s the wonderful views, photo opportunities or merely the opportunity to work up an appetite before heading for lunch in the old town, I cannot recommend visiting Castle Hill enough.
To really make the most of your visit I would suggest allocating a good 40 minutes and accessing the stone steps on the Promenade des Anglais side (next to the Hotel Suisse), that way you can enjoy the views of the beach before descending the hill on the Port side.
There is a children’s playground at the top of the hill, toilets (0.35 Euro), a café and lift if you don’t fancy walking back down.
To really make the most of your visit I would suggest allocating a good 40 minutes and accessing the stone steps on the Promenade des Anglais side (next to the Hotel Suisse), that way you can enjoy the views of the beach before descending the hill on the Port side.
There is a children’s playground at the top of the hill, toilets (0.35 Euro), a café and lift if you don’t fancy walking back down.
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Posted by: Steve and Clare Dance | Date: 24th February 2009
Beaches, harbour with lots of very big and expensive boats, nice old streets to wander around, bars, restaurants, covered markets.
It was the playground for the rich and still has a lot of charm and character. Nice old streets to wander and lots of shops for linen, pottery, glassware etc
The best beaches are here! Antibes Plage du Ponteil and Plage de La Salis. Juan les Pins is also another great beach and very close. Very safe for kids as its shallow for a long way out.
Lovely covered market to walk around close to the entrance to Old Antibes near to the harbour. Best to go to the market in the morning as it closes early afternoon
It was the playground for the rich and still has a lot of charm and character. Nice old streets to wander and lots of shops for linen, pottery, glassware etc
The best beaches are here! Antibes Plage du Ponteil and Plage de La Salis. Juan les Pins is also another great beach and very close. Very safe for kids as its shallow for a long way out.
Lovely covered market to walk around close to the entrance to Old Antibes near to the harbour. Best to go to the market in the morning as it closes early afternoon
Location: Antibes
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