The Eiffel Tower district, a symbolic area of Paris The Eiffel Tower district is one of Paris’s most historically rich areas as well as one of its most touristy areas. It is a stylish area of the capital where you can find an apartment to rent by the week in a sumptuous setting near the "Iron Lady." The Eiffel Tower district, home to the most visited monuments in Paris A visit to the area first requires a key stop at the Eiffel Tower. Constructed in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel for the World's Fair, the "Iron Lady" is more than just a monument, it is a symbol. It houses a weather station and a TV and radio broadcasting site and offers unbeatable views of Paris. If you are really lucky, you can have lunch in the Jules Verne restaurant perched 410 feet above the ground. Otherwise, you can..
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The Eiffel Tower district, a symbolic area of Paris The Eiffel Tower district is one of Paris’s most historically rich areas as well as one of its most touristy areas. It is a stylish area of the capital where you can find an apartment to rent by the week in a sumptuous setting near the "Iron Lady." The Eiffel Tower district, home to the most visited monuments in Paris A visit to the area first requires a key stop at the Eiffel Tower. Constructed in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel for the World's Fair, the "Iron Lady" is more than just a monument, it is a symbol. It houses a weather station and a TV and radio broadcasting site and offers unbeatable views of Paris. If you are really lucky, you can have lunch in the Jules Verne restaurant perched 410 feet above the ground. Otherwise, you can eat on the lawns of the Jardin du Trocadéro. The park stands on a 23-acre site, next to the Palais de Chaillot, also dating back to 1937. After crossing over the Pont d'Iéna, the visit continues through the Champs de Mars, a huge public garden beyond which stands the École Militaire, Paris's Military School. Erected in 1748, this vast complex, with its very rich architecture, is still home to the Army elite. It is open to visitors, and you can discover a facade dating from the time of Louis XIV, the Château, the Cour d'Honneur, and the Chapelle Saint Louis. A few yards further, you will reach Les Invalides and its esplanade, where you can stand and admire the Pont Alexandre III and the Grand Palais. The Eiffel Tower district and its many museums On the edge of the historic constructions, the Eiffel Tower district has several interesting museums. Particularly well worth a visit is the Musée du Quai Branly and its collections of works of art from Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Also worth a look is the Palais de Tokyo, dedicated to contemporary art. Transportation fit for a famous area Served by several metro stations, the RER, Vélib' bicycle rental stations, Paris taxis, and buses, this district has to be extremely easy to get to, given the number of visitors it receives. Nearby, the many stores on Rue Cler are the place to do your shopping. You really must visit the Eiffel Tower district during your stay in Paris. Take a look at our selection of short-term rentals in the area.