Paris Beyond the Eiffel Tower: Exploring Hidden Gems in Tour Packages

Do you remember watching the iconic Bollywood movie named Queen with Kangana Ranaut? Deepika and Ranbeer’s Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani? Do you know what is common between them? Paris! Some of the most iconic shots of these movies were set in Paris. Not just Bollywood, but even Hollywood has time and again used Paris as their movie location because it is quite possibly one of the most beautiful places in the entire world.

Not just the beauty of Paris, its culture, its monuments, its palaces, its churches, its streets, its fashion style, and its food is also extremely popular all around the world. Since time immemorial, Paris has invited not just couples but has also been the number one tourist magnet for history nerds, photographers, filmmakers, artists, writers, and families as well. If you start making a list there would probably be thousands and thousands of things for you to do in Paris and quite possibly the one that usually tops any of the list is the Eiffel Tower when you think about Paris, the first picture that comes to your mind are those Eiffel Towers, but did you know that it is not the only place or thing to see in Paris? Let's take the example of India. Usually, people know India because of the Taj Mahal but we as Indians know that there are multiple more gems and hidden secrets to explore in India. Similar is the case with Paris. It’s not just the Eiffel Tower. It’s so, so much more that is yet to be explored and learned about by us.

If you have never been to Paris, Nitsa Holidays highly urges you to take this wonderful opportunity to head to one of the most serene, beautiful, and magnificent places in the entire world. The places that you will see, the sights you will come across, the stories you will hear, and the feelings you will feel are something that you will cherish for all your life. If you have a family and children, Paris is a wonderful place. If you have a partner who wants to go on a romantic tour, Paris undoubtedly has some of the most intimate and love-infused locations. If you are a foodie who wants to try the most famous cuisine in the world, the French food in Paris will bring you buckets and buckets of it. Our point is, no matter who you are, or where you are from, and whenever you are in Paris, you will have a wonderful time. If you have been convinced to go to Paris, you can come and select from Nitsa Holidays’ wide range of packages such as Paris family tour packages from India, Paris group tour packages from India, and Paris couples tour packages from India. All of these packages are highly customizable, they have been curated with the most intricate details and it houses some of the most wonderful activities and adventures to see and try in Paris. We can assure you that selecting one of these packages would be the right decision you make and you would come back thanking us and wishing to go back as soon as possible.

Paris is the capital city of the beautiful country of France and it has the highest population in the entire country. Paris goes by many names such as the city of Joy, the city of lights, the city of Romance, and the happiest city in the world. Once you set foot in Paris, you will understand why it has been given these titles and you will probably add some more from your end. The best time to visit Paris is during the spring seasons of February to May and you can easily get to Paris from non-stop flights that you can take from Delhi to Paris. You would be able to get around in Paris on your feet or on a lively bicycle ride and even their infamous metros and trains. Paris is a pricey city so remember to carry a good amount of cash with you and we can give you the estimate that your trip to Paris will cost anywhere between INR 1,00,000/- to 3,00,000/- per person, minimum for a seven-day tour.

When it comes to talking about some of the best places to visit in Paris, we know that you would be thinking about the Eiffel Tower and we are not saying that you should skip out on it. It is probably one of the best places. However, if you are one who likes discovering the hidden gems that not many know about, in this article, we are going to uncover those. Let’s see what Paris means apart from the Eiffel Tower.

The Arc de Triomphe- this magnificent structure that resembles the Charminar of India is possibly Paris’ Personal Gateway. It is a beautiful monument that will tell you about the rich history of Paris and the glorious past that is hidden. You can also climb on top of this structure to see some of the most breathtaking views of Paris. Climbing the top of this monument is a little task since there are 300 steps but like they say hard work brings you the sweetest fruit.

Nicholas Flamel’s House- all of us have either watched the Harry Potter movies or read the books. Do you remember the character of Nicholas Flamel? If you were given the chance to visit his house, would you not want to? Also to your surprise, Nicholas Flamel was a real person, and you can get the chance to visit his house in Paris and probably even find the sorcerer’s stone!

Dammann Frères- One thing common between Europeans and Indians is the love for tea and no matter how devastating the past is, we can still thank the Europeans for popularizing the most loved beverage, tea, in the world. When you are in Paris, you can go and expand your love for tea by going to the shop which has a very fancy appearance from the outside and why shouldn’t it? Even the French kings back in the day visited it to buy some of the best tea in the entire world! You can also bring back some of the most amazing souvenirs, gift packs, and high-quality tea from this place.

Shakespeare and Company- Paris has had some of the most iconic history with literature and it continues to do so. Paris has given the world the most famous writer, Shakespeare and this shop in Paris is a bookshop that not only sells some of his famous works, but it also brings to you some of the best literature Paris has to offer. Celebrities are often seen visiting this place and it also hosts events and book signing services. 

The Picasso Museum- one of the many things that Paris has given to us includes some of the most renowned artists in the world, and one of them is the genius, Pablo Picasso. The Picasso Museum is a smaller museum compared to the other ones in Paris. However, it houses almost all the paintings that this wonderful man had created and art lovers feel like they have entered into a dream when they step foot into this magical museum.

Fragonard Perfume Workshop- everybody loves smelling good and we all know that the bottles of perfume that we use today have a rich past connected to Paris and France. Hence the French word eau de parfum. In this perfume workshop, you can learn the art of creating your own little masterpiece and also about the history of this bottled fantasy. All those who have a taste for the finer things in life will cherish this experience and savor it fully.

Cuvée Privée- Paris is known for its world-class wines and Vineyards and it is impossible for you to go to France and not taste the wines and bring back some of the best bottles with you. This shop in Paris is one of the many in the area however, what differentiates it is the quality, the personal touch, the décor, and the service that you are provided here. Choose from the thousands and thousands of bottles of wine present in the store and bring back not just memories, but these drops of heaven with yourself. 

The Jardin des Plantes- this is a botanical garden that feels like it has come straight out of a fairytale. It houses some of the most beautiful varieties of flowers. It has a park and a maze for children, It has a zoo and It also has some greenhouses. It is a wonderful place for you to visit any time of the year and an escape to this location in your Paris tour package will bring some of the most fresh breaths of air and colorful memories.

You must have thought that Paris is only about the Eiffel Tower, right? I hope we have been able to show you that Paris is so, so much more than that. There are so many mysteries and hidden gems that Paris has beautifully preserved and kept within itself and adding these little detours to your Paris trip package can help you create the most memorable and cherishable itinerary. Do not hesitate any further, come to Paris and dive into these enchanting experiences.