Arc de triomphe

At the crossroads of several arrondissements, at the centre of what is today the Place Charles de Gaulle, the Arc de triomphe features a panoramic terrace sitting 50 meters above ground level. Climb up the 284 steps and judge for yourself. By day or night, it provides one of the most extraordinary perspectives over Paris; not only can you admire the
Champs-Élysées, the most beautiful avenue in the world, but also gain a real sense of the scale and wealth of the capital’s Haussmannian treasures. Gazing out along the “Triumphal Way”, the major historic axis that links the Champs-Elysées with the Louvre and the Grande Arche de la Défense, is a breathtaking experience.

Located in an ideal area to enjoy a luxury shopping day! And during the festive season, the Champs Élysées lights up to accompany you for a magical day.

Centuries of History, Engraved in Stone

Built under the orders of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1806, this now emblematic Parisian monument pays homage to the Empire and Napoleon’s military victories.

Its neoclassical architecture, directly inspired by the triumphal arches of antiquity, is particularly impressive. At its base, you will find the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with a torch whose flame is rekindled at 6.30pm each evening. On the arch’s pillars are engraved the names of 660 national heroes.

To appreciate the sculptures that adorn its façades, you’ll need to look up – often. A visit to the on-site museum explains in more detail how this exceptional monument become, over the course of history, a true symbol of France.

Enjoy the best views of the capital from the heights of the monuments of Paris.