It is one of the most beautiful cities anywhere in the world, packed full of spectacular sights, attracting millions of tourists every year. During the day, there is much to see and do, but to get a real feel for the place a Paris by night tour is the ideal way to go.
Enchanting and magical are two descriptions often attributed to the city after the sun goes down and visitors will quickly understand why, as during their chosen night tour Paris and its breathtaking monuments, turns into a dazzling show of illuminations, colours and romantic images.
There are numerous tours to select from, of varying durations and using several different modes of transport. One of the more popular Paris night tours is the sight-seeing double-decker bus trip, which takes in the dramatic night-time scenery of one of Europe's most impressive cities. It is a relatively short tour, lasting around one hour 45 minutes, but ample time in which to marvel at the splendour of amongst other landmarks: Notre-Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, The Louvre Museum, Place de l'Opéra and of course the wonderful Eiffel Tower. The coach is equipped with personal earphones, which allow guided commentary, ensuring travelers do not miss a thing.
A similar journey can be taken in a slightly more intimate manner, by signing up for a two hour mini bus tour. Driving through attractive tree-lined boulevards, the driver and guide of the bus will give a comprehensive anecdotal account of each area driven through. These tours pick up and drop off at customer hotels, adding to the personal touch.
Another great way of seeing the city is from the river and one of the best Paris night tours includes a fabulous cruise along the wonderful Seine. This is a four hour trip, which starts with a luxury air-conditioned coach ride along the Champs-Elysees and past the Place de la Concorde and many of the other notable and highly acclaimed landmarks. Then for the final hour of the tour a guided voyage along the famous river, starting from near the Eiffel Tower to as far as the Île de la Cité, one of two remaining natural islands on this celebrated stretch of water.
Irrespective of the season, if you are spending any time in the French capital, then taking in one of the official tours is definitely the best way of not only seeing all the city has to offer, but also learning some excellent snippets of information regarding its history and culture.
