The first thing that most tourists want to see when they arrive in Paris is the Eiffel Tower. What's the second? Usually it's the Arc de Triomphe which is located on the Champ Elysees (fields). What is the Champ Elysees? It's the main street or avenue that several major monuments are located on.
It's an extremely busy street filled with shops, restaurants and places to stop and rest your feet. My suggestion is to take the Metro stop closest to the Arc de Triomphe and then walk back to the Louvre.
The Arc is a popular monument to see before you continue your walking tour, but it can be busy depending on the time of day you visit it.
At night, it's especially pretty is you can take a cab and drive by it. On the back side of the Arc is a tribute to the unknown soldier and the fire is lit at all times. You can see it much better at night.
From farther away, you can get an idea of how large it is. Napoleon had it constructed as the Roman's did as a tribute to his Army and their many battles.
During the day, the street will be filled with shoppers. You can find all the major designers/stores on this street; Louis Vuitton, Lacoste, Sephora, H&M, etc. Be mindful of your wallet. Expect crowds of people and with crowds will be pickpockets.
During the Summer, the World Cup can bring hundreds to thousands of eager fans pouring into the street to celebrate a win by the French team. The Police will shut the street down while the locals and tourists fill the street to celebrate.
Happy Traveling!
It's an extremely busy street filled with shops, restaurants and places to stop and rest your feet. My suggestion is to take the Metro stop closest to the Arc de Triomphe and then walk back to the Louvre.
The Arc is a popular monument to see before you continue your walking tour, but it can be busy depending on the time of day you visit it.
At night, it's especially pretty is you can take a cab and drive by it. On the back side of the Arc is a tribute to the unknown soldier and the fire is lit at all times. You can see it much better at night.From farther away, you can get an idea of how large it is. Napoleon had it constructed as the Roman's did as a tribute to his Army and their many battles.
During the day, the street will be filled with shoppers. You can find all the major designers/stores on this street; Louis Vuitton, Lacoste, Sephora, H&M, etc. Be mindful of your wallet. Expect crowds of people and with crowds will be pickpockets.During the Summer, the World Cup can bring hundreds to thousands of eager fans pouring into the street to celebrate a win by the French team. The Police will shut the street down while the locals and tourists fill the street to celebrate.
Happy Traveling!
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