Even though we are jet lagged and zonked…this is a place we can’t miss. It is a steep climb to get to the Basilica. Located in Montmartre, the highest point in Paris. The view from here is incredible. In the distance we can see the Eiffel Tower.
The construction began in 1875 and was completed in 1914. The Architecture is incredible. The Dome and the Bell Tower is 91 meters high. It is a popular place for locals and tourists. We spent about two hours here. A great first stop for us.
Restaurants
This evening we roam around trying to choose a restaurant. So many that all looked wonderful. The first one we chose was a mistake. With all the smoking ….we had to leave.
Cafe Franoeur – was amazing. Lovely atmosphere, food and wine .We both chose the lamb …sooo yummy. I would rate this as a 5 Star.
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Sacre Coeur was absolutely wonderful, one of the coolest attractions in Paris, we walked there around midnight and it was packed with people. The atmosphere was magical, it was winter 2020, I guess. It was like in that movie by Woodie Allen, Midnight in Paris. Love the place and the movie!
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A favorite spot, the artists and cafes and views. Years ago, I stayed in an Airbnb nearby. The taxi drove up the hill to my flat. I dropped off my bag and walked up to the corner of the block to get some groceries and discovered the little market square in the movie Amelie!
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It is a fun place to visit, Wow that’s amazing that your realized the market was in that Movie.
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Visiting Montmartre was one of the highlights from when we visited Paris about a decade ago. We certainly got our exercise the day we went there!
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Yes very hilly…gave us a good workout.😁
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Montmartre is no doubt one of the most-beautiful neighborhoods in Paris. Its bohemian atmosphere makes such an attractive place to be. One of my favorite restaurants and hidden bars is in Montmartre, and I hope to return there someday for the good food and drink! Can’t wait to hear more about your adventures in Paris! 🙂
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Yes amazing restaurants and so much gourmet food. Thanks Rebecca for your comments 😊
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Having already spent several years in Paris, I can only share your enthusiasm for this great city. Although I like the view from the Basilica of Montmartre, I am not naturally attracted by its architecture and I don’t remember entering it. I will have to fix that.
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Paris is high on my list of cities I visited. We skipped the tourist season and easy to see more when not as jammed with people.
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True, though the tourist season tends to be permanent in places like Paris 🙂
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My favorite place. Did you go to the Dome? There were 350 staires and very limited space. I thought I was going to die before I reached the top of basilica, but the view of the city was just gorgeous!
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No . Too many steps for me.
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This is my favourite part of Paris,thanks for the memories.Lyn
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Thanks for visiting my site.
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Paris has so much to do and see.
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The buildings in Paris are just soo gorgeous!
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I agree.
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