Museum
Louvre Museum
Paris, France
The world's most visited art museum, set in a former royal palace.
Tower · France · Île-de-France
Eiffel Tower
Iron lattice icon of Paris with sweeping city views.
Paid entry about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Eiffel Tower matters
Say Paris and this is the picture in everyone's head. The tower was built as a temporary showpiece for a world's fair and nearly got torn down, but people fell in love with it. Look up from the base to see the ironwork, ride to the top for the view, or watch it sparkle after dark.
Talking points
- It was meant to be temporary, yet it became the symbol of France.
- It lights up with a sparkling show after dark.
- Picnic on the Champ de Mars lawn for the classic view.
Free to read aloud or adapt in your video. Check facts that matter to you against an official source before you publish.
Good to know: Book timed tickets in advance, especially in summer, and arrive early for shorter queues.
More in Paris
Church, mosque or temple
Notre-Dame de Paris
Paris, France
Gothic cathedral on the Île de la Cité, restored after the 2019 fire.
Museum
Musée d'Orsay
Paris, France
Impressionist treasures in a former Belle Époque railway station.
Church, mosque or temple
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Paris, France
White-domed basilica crowning Montmartre hill.
Neighbourhood
Le Marais
Paris, France
Historic quarter of mansions, falafel stands and boutique shops.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.
Guides about Eiffel Tower
Drone Rules in Europe for Tourists (EASA Guide)
Flying a drone as a visitor means registration, an exam and many no-fly zones. Know the steps before you pack it.
How to Film Europe's Busiest Landmarks Without Crowds
Timing, framing and a plan B can get you cleaner shots at the busiest sights. Here are practical windows and ethics.