This church in Héricy is reported to be over six hundred years old…read more If you look closely at the stone work, you can see that it was made with loving hands of the local artisans of the day. My nephews have played classical recitals here a few times and they wanted me to see the church on our trip. The beauty of the church and it's acoustics are supposed to be amazing. But a alas we couldn't go inside because the doors were locked. Grrr

Sacre Couer on the hill of Monmartre provides the best 360 degree views of the city of Paris,…read moreparticularly if you venture to climb the 300 steps to the top dome (for 7 euros). Entrance to the basilica is free, and it's opened from 6am until 10:30pm. It was built with the "self cleaning" Chateau-Lando stone from France, and the rain and weathering keeps it white. Crowds linger on the steps and around the overlook areas. Vendors try to sell you cheap locks to put on the surrounding fencing (the locks covering the fences-even with signs saying "no locks permitted" are an eyesore and should be removed). Security line checks are long and in February 2026 we waited about 30 or 40 mins to enter. I can only imagine what chaos it is in the high season. The basicalla is beautful inside and well worth checking out, although quiet and repect are required as there are masses going on. For this visit the crypt was not available to enter, which was highly disappointing There is also a small train trolly like vehicle right outside that will take you on a 30 minute ride around Monmartre for 12 euros. We thought it was a bit cheesey and touristy at first, but it really was worth it! Sacre couer is majestically beautiful!

Free to visit, lots of people, the line to get in looked long but it went fast. Beautiful basilica,…read morenice view, I heard this was a great place to watch the sunset. You can take a taxi & get dropped off at the top, right at the entrance. If you take the metro, you'll have to walk up 222 steps or pay a few euros to take the Montmartre Funicular up, a 2 min ride. We spent about 30min there.

I saw a TikTok video about a chapel with beautiful stained glass windows and figured I'd stop in…read more Fortunately, it was a first Sunday so no reservations were needed and no fee to get in. Unfortunately, the line to get in was down the sidewalk since it was still holiday crowds in Paris. It was fairly organized although only one security guard was running up and down the line to monitor. There isn't a ton to see here besides the windows though . It's one downstairs area that has stuff for purchase. The upstairs area is accessed by some narrow winding stairs that lead into a beautiful spacious area surrounded by large stained glass windows. The windows themselves are original and beautifully maintained. I did some research and found they were removed or boarded up to save them from damage during the wars. Photos don't do this place justice. If you have time, it's definitely worth a look.

Quality/Quantity - Book your tickets EARLY!! Sells out often…read moreand quickly. See pictures. Famous, known for the stained glass windows!! See their website! Ambiance - See their website; I do not have the skills to take photos that will be better than theirs. Service - Fairly organized. Mostly self service other than entering. Price - 22 Euros, $25.50US per person. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success.

Beautiful site and much bigger inside than anticipated. There's not much to do in there but walk…read morearound so you still have enough time to explore other sights the rest of the day. Of course there are reserved areas for worship--prayer, confession, and candle lighting. I probably wouldn't come back but I'm glad I could check it off my "Things to do in Paris" list.

Another excellent example of early French architecture and history. A great place to visit honey of…read moregood photos

This is a beautiful church. We were able to walk around and enjoy the outside and the architecture…read more There was a funeral about to start so we weren't able to go inside. Well, we didn't actually try to go inside. I mean, it didn't seem appropriate given the funeral going on. But if there isn't a funeral, you should definitely check out the church built by Louis XV. It's located not far from Versailles (the Château) so it makes for part of a nice day trip.

From the owner: Au choeur de Versailles Le quartier s'anime peu à peu de petites têtes blondes, serre tête vissé et…read moresocquettes blanches de rigueur, qui s'échappent des porches pour converger vers les portes de la cathédrale dans laquelle leur voix pieuse se mêlera à la chorale. A l'origine simple église, dont la première pierre fut posée par Louis XV, Saint-Louis devint une cathédrale dès 1797. L'extérieur classique du XVIIIème est teinté de baroque alors que l'architecture intérieure frappe par son harmonie composée de bas reliefs, d'un orgue restauré au siècle dernier, de tableaux qui s'échelonnent sur deux siècles et de bénitiers de marbre blanc.