Must-see attractions during your stay in Paris
Must-see in Paris!
From Villa Modigliani, Paris is within easy reach. It takes just a few minutes to reach the heights of the Montparnasse Tower or sink beneath the canopy of the Luxembourg Gardens.
The location is ideal: quiet in a vibrant neighborhood, connected to everything. By metro, on foot, or by bike, every route becomes a stroll. Art, monuments, museums, lively streets: let yourself be surprised and admire.
The most beautiful view of Paris
At the end of the street, the sky opens up. Stroll leisurely along Boulevard Edgar Quinet, up Rue du Départ... and there stands the Montparnasse Tower, 210 meters high.
The capital's only skyscraper, it reveals Paris from a unique angle. From the 56th floor or the rooftop terrace, you can see the entire city: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, domes and spires sparkling in the distance. The ascent? 38 seconds, stopwatch in hand. Up there, a revolving café, augmented reality panels, and games for children. And that strange sensation: floating above the hustle and bustle.
A break in the Luxembourg Gardens
Behind the gates, calm reigns. Sandy paths, ponds lined with green chairs, statues of writers... Parisians read here, children sail their boats, players pore over chessboards. The Luxembourg Gardens are a living tableau, just a few streets away from Villa Modigliani. In 2022, they were voted the most beautiful gardens in Europe by internet users and ranked third in the world. Nothing less.
The Eiffel Tower, always there
330 meters of iron lace that catches the light at every hour of the day. Unmissable, familiar, and yet always fascinating. You can see it from the corner of a bridge, glimpse it between two buildings, or find it like a lighthouse.
Want to climb it? During the ascent, you'll hear stories about its construction and Gustave Eiffel's vision. To admire it at your leisure, settle down on the lawns of the Champ-de-Mars.
Cross the Seine
Whether on foot or by bike, Paris' bridges offer much more than just a crossing point. On the Simone-de-Beauvoir footbridge, the horizon widens between glass and sky. From the Alexandre III bridge, the golden hues of Les Invalides reflect off the waters of the Seine. And on the Pont des Arts, the capital's first iron footbridge, the view is unobstructed and the walk peaceful. Between the Louvre and the Institut de France, it's the perfect moment for a photo or a quiet chat.
In Paris, even crossing the river is an experience.
The Louvre, mirror of the world
The Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory: historical treasures that are the envy of the world. Paintings, sculptures, manuscripts, sacred objects: the Louvre houses humanity's most inspiring creations. A former royal palace turned legendary museum, it fascinates visitors as much for its collections as for its architecture.
From Villa Modigliani, it takes just a few metro stops to reach this place imbued with genius, beauty, and emotion.
Notre-Dame, witness to the centuries
On the Île de la Cité, nestled in the arms of the Seine, it stands tall, wounded, restored, but still proud. Its towers watch over the city, its façade telling centuries of faith, fear, and fervor. Notre-Dame continues to attract attention and move passersby. After examining the details of the ornate facades, step inside. This place of worship has been open to all, freely and without charge, for 860 years.
Reopened in December 2024 after five years of restoration, it once again welcomes worshippers and visitors alike. A self-guided or guided tour will allow you to rediscover its treasures and its magnificently restored nave.
Descend into the depths of the city
Beneath the cobblestones lie tunnels. Twenty meters below the surface, the Catacombs of Paris reveal another side of the capital. A labyrinth of stone, silence, and bones, where you walk through the centuries.
Former quarries transformed into an ossuary in the 18th century, they now house nearly six million human remains, organized with a rigor that is both macabre and (almost) poetic. A raw place, steeped in memory, fascinating and potentially frightening.
The Opéra Garnier, a masterpiece in motion
Marble, gilding, monumental staircases... Visiting the Opéra Garnier is like stepping into a waking dream. Under Chagall's ceiling, your gaze is drawn upward, captivated by the beauty. Even without a performance, the venue is impressive: sumptuous, almost excessive. You leave with the strange feeling of having been somewhere else.
And for theater lovers, the program combines grand ballets, operas, and contemporary creations, always performed with excellence.
A day in Montmartre
Montmartre opens up like an old sketchbook: cobblestones, stairways, half-open shutters... At the top of the funicular, the facades vibrate with color and the walls bear traces of passing artists. Climb up to Sacré-Cœur, come back down Rue Lepic, and let yourself be captivated by Place du Tertre and the hastily sketched portraits...
Further on, the Lapin Agile cabaret, the bust of Dalida, and the hidden vineyard invite you to linger. And at the bottom of the hill, Pigalle: naughty shops, bars, but also legendary venues such as Les 3 Baudets (where Brel and Brassens got their start), La Cigale, Le Divan du Monde...
Visits made easier thanks to the Kiosk
Need advice, skip-the-line tickets, or ideas for outings? At Villa Modigliani, it all starts at the Kiosk. Whether you want to visit Versailles, get tickets to the Orsay, book a show, or find the perfect place to stroll, just ask. Paris becomes simpler and more fluid.