7th Arrondissement Landmarks
The unavoidable feature of the district (as well as the city) is the Eiffel Tower built here in the late 19th century by Gustave Eiffel.
Musée d'Orsay is a former train station transformed into one of the top museums in the world. It is famous for its collection of Impressionist paintings.
Another highlight is the Musée Rodin which houses the scultor's most famous works.
The following are the landmarks in 7th Arrondissement that we profiled:
- Eiffel Tower
- Champs de Mars
One of the most recognizable structures in the world and a symbol of Paris (and France) for many, the Eiffel Tower was designed by Gustave Eiffel and built for the 1889 World's Fair (Exposition Universelle). - Musée d'Orsay
- 1 Rue de Bellechasse
An impressive collection of 19th and early 20th century art housed in a former train station. The museum's impressionsts section is considered the best in the world. - Musée Rodin
- 9 Rue de Varenne
The museum, housed in an 18th century mansion houses Rodin's most famous works, including The Kiss and The Thinker. The garden, adjacent to the museum, is in itself a reason to visit. - Les Invalides
- Esplanade des Invalides
A 17th century masterpiece and a fine example of Baroque architecture, the Invalides complex houses the Musée de l'Armée, the Musée d'Histoire Contemporaine, the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération and the Musée des Plans et Reliefs.
