June 28th
We began our day with a delightful breakfast. The freshly squeezed juice was amazing, and everything tasted fresh. I experienced this freshness throughout the trip, especially compared to the food in the States.
The breakfast area was cozy, providing a wonderful atmosphere for dining; we definitely took advantage of the breakfast every morning.
2 Tours in 1 Day
The Palais Garnier
After a delicious breakfast, we couldn’t wait for our audio tour of the Opera House! The breathtaking ceilings and cherubs left me in awe. The intricate artistry and grandeur of the space created such a magical atmosphere - it's a must-see for anyone who loves beauty, culture, and art. We even got to see the Phantom of the Opera Booth and original costumes worn in the theater. Totally recommend checking this out during your spare time, it's a must. Personally, this was Mikaela's and my favorite.
(I started my collection of pins! My first one was of the Opera House.)
After coming from the Opera House, we grabbed some gelato and wandered around before heading to our tour at the Eiffel Tower. Made a perfect detour to the Lafayette Galleria; I couldn't resist a photo op at Tiffany & Co., which definitely gave me flashbacks from my Sweet 16.
Going up the Eiffel Tower was so surreal. We saw beautiful views between each tier. When going to the first level, we experienced the floor being see-through, which was unexpected, and even saw a restaurant (yes, a full on restaurant) as well! As we continued going up, we ended at the summit (the highest point of the tower), which is limited capacity. At the top, we saw awesome sites of the city, including some of the Olympic sites, such as the beach volleyball court set in front of the tower.
