Discovering Paris: 9 Most Picturesque Places in Paris

Paris is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and there is no place that isn’t Instagram-worthy. But of course, it has a few places that stand out among the others. In this blog post, we’re about to show you some of them — the 9 most picturesque places in Paris.

Prepare your camera and start exploring Paris…

Eiffel Tower

Of course, the Eiffel tower is at the top of our list — it is the most visited paid-for monument in the world. This 342-meters high structure is one of the most popular symbols of Paris, the city of lights. Many believe that this landmark and his sparkling lights make Paris the most romantic city in the world. This gorgeous landmark is very photogenic no matter what time of the day it is but looks especially beautiful in sunrise and sunset.

Carousel at Trocadero

While you’re at Trocadero, admiring the Eiffel Tower, take a look at cute carousels and be sure to snap a photo.

Carousel at Trocadero

Notre Dame Cathedral

Located in the heart of historical Paris, Notre Dame is considered as the cradle of medieval Christianity and probably one of the masterpieces of Gothic architecture. Unfortunately, this beautiful cathedral got severely damaged in a fire in April 2019, but it will always be one of the most beautiful landmarks in Paris.

Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral

Louvre Museum

Louvre Museum, the largest art museum in the world is another very picturesque spot in Paris. Its famous pyramid is for sure one of the most photographed spots in the city of lights. But if you enter the museum and wander around, you’ll see so many world-known artworks and make a ton of Instagram-worthy shots – just don’t use flash.

Louvre Museum

Louvre Museum

Arc de Triomphe

Arc de Triomphe is another very famous landmark if Paris, inspired by the Arch of Titus in Rome. Just like it is with other landmarks that are very popular, many people attempt to photograph it. We recommend either visiting it very early when no one is around or paying €12 and climbing 280 stairs to get to its top and take some amazing panoramic photos — you’ll not regret it.

Arc de Triomphe

Arc de Triomphe

Rooftops of Paris

While you’re on the top of the Arc de Triomphe, take some photos of the Paris’ rooftops — they’re extraordinary. Or climb to the Centre Pompidou, or any other tall building with a great view, you’ll get quite a few Instagram-worthy shots.

Rue Crémieux

Rue Crémieux is a beautiful pastel candy-colored street located near the hustle and bustle of the railway station Gare de Lyon, Bastille and Pont d’Austerlitz in the 12th Arrondissement. It’s a beautiful residential cobblestoned street, lined with an extraordinary collection of small, colorful houses and terracotta flowerpots. Photo shooting done in this street is obligatory, it’s just irresistible.

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La Maison Rose in Montmartre

Set on the Montmartre hill in Paris, La Maison Rose is a beautiful pink café with green windows — very picturesque. Once again, we recommend visiting there early in the morning, before it gets crowded. While you’re there, walk around and you’ll find a few more great shots, for sure.

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The Champs Élysées

Even though it’s the busiest street in Paris, it is full of some kind of magic. You have to take a walk down this magical boulevard and take a few shots.

Isn’t Paris picturesque? While you’re looking for these amazing spots, don’t forget to wander around and you’ll find many other, unique places where you can take a few extraordinary Insta-shots.