Europe is one of those places where history is embedded in every corner, and France is not an exception. Your Elite Destination Homes retreat would not be the same if you did not immerse yourself within the art and culture while staying in Paris. When you choose to stay at one of our destination homes; Le Triomphe, Rue du Four, or Rue Saints Peres, you will have all that you need to enjoy the sights, sounds, and lifestyle of a Parisian. Below we have listed a few must-see museums to experience the rich traditions and artwork of the past and present during your European luxury vacation.
MUSÉE d’ORSAY
If you want to get a taste of artwork from late 1800’s through early 1900’s, this is the museum for you! You will be enthralled to walk through 60 years of art history from Impressionism all the way to the Pont-Aven School. That means, Van Gogh, Courbet, Manet, and Monet. This beautiful museum is set within its architectural feat, an impressive metal and glass structure which once was an old train station. We recommend that you enjoy a sip of coffee and a treat from their onsite café.
Petit Palais
This little museum makes our list for art and culture in Paris, just steps from its big brother (Le Grand Palais). Full of painting and sculptures from the 1900’s, this is an Art Nouveau fan’s dream come true. With beautiful knick knacks, furniture, and jewelry, among other artwork, you will enjoy the fine art of Petit Palais. Originally built for the World’s Fair in 1900, this small museum is the perfect spot to see some amazing pieces. We recommend you take a break while visiting and enjoy the courtyard which the museum encompasses.
The Louvre
We cannot leave The Louvre off of any museum must-see list! This fantastic palace is home to the world’s largest museum and boasts some spectacular artwork (roughly 35,000 pieces). Not only will you experience three separate wings: Denon, Sully, and Richelieu. The mazes of passageways and galleries this triumphant museum houses is as equally impressive to its’ outside, one of the most well-known and iconic architectural designs of the western world. There are a handful of restaurants for you to choose from within the museum, everything from French café fare to an elegant restaurant, The Grand Louvre. It can be an awful lot to take in, so, we recommend that you visit this museum more than once during your trip as you will not want to experience more than two galleries at a time. Take your time at this one; it will be well worth it in the end!
We know that while Paris can seem like a bustling city, it is jam packed with excellent museums and world-class restaurants for you to try. As you travel around this gorgeous and historic city, it is hard to not stop in a museum or two or five! They are practically everywhere you go, which makes finding one to visit, not difficult at all. When you stay with Elite Destination Homes, we will make sure you can see everything you want to while on your vacation of a lifetime. Make sure your elite vacations is one to remember as you spend your days and nights getting to know the City of Lights.