 Army’s Health Service Museum
Built by Queen Ann of Austria in the middle of 17th Century, the Val-de-Grace Church and Abbey constitute an awesome building. It has been home to a military hospital since the French Revolution. The Abbey was built to pay tribute to her first-born child, future King Louis XIV, whom she was thankful to b pregnant with after 23 years and dates back from 1621. Under the direction of French architect Francois Mansart, the church and the monastery were erected during the second part of the 17th Century. A visit to the church is worth while for its interior which is decorated with numerous sculptures and paintings from Philippe de Champaigne.
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 Cartier Foundation for contemporary Art
Designed by the architect Jean Nouvel, the glass and steel building that houses the Foundation Cartier, precisely reflects the specific concept of this museum. This Foundation which was created in 1984 helps contemporary artists by promoting their works from paintings to videos to sculptures. One of the great names, the famous fashion designer Issey Myiake whose work has sometimes been controversial, is exhibited.
Admission: EUR 5
Concessions: EUR 3.50
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 Baccarat Crystal Museum
Moved to the prestigious Rue de Paradis in 1832, Baccarat is a name associated with the best in crystalware: vases, glasses ornaments, etc. Converted into a museum, today it displays delicate masterpieces created for the Universal Exhibitions (some in a rather kitsch style), earning glassmaker many awards. A visit to the museum will demonstrate the evolution in manufacturing techniques, as well as the various stylistic changes that have occurred down the years.
Admission fee: adults EUR 2.28
Concessions: EUR 1.52
Free admission: under-12s
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 Air and Space Museum
Originally situated in Meudon after World War I, Musee de l’Air et de l’Espace was moved to the Bourget in 1975. Air and Space Museum is supposed to be the site where Charles Lindburgh landed after his 33 hour flight from Long Island. Interesting exhibition with the balloon theme – Le Temps des Ballons, the chief fighting aircrafts of the French Air Army since 1950 and the beautiful aircrafts of World War II are also displayed in Air and Space Museum. With a unique collection of more than 180 machines the museum covers the aerospace era from the 1879 heavier-than-air glider Massiat-Biot to the Ariane rocket.
Entrance fee is EUR 7; free for those below 18 years of age.
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 Antonio Segui
Antonio Segui Museum is dedicated to the work of Antonio Segui, originally from Argentina who has lived in Paris for over forty years in Paris. He has played an integral part in the art scene and the museum has a retrospective of his works from the 1950s to the present day. His art pieces depict daily life in Paris and caricatures as well. He is expert in the use of different mediums like pen and ink, charcoal, pastels and acrylic on newspaper which are highlighted in his exhibitions.
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 Beaubourg Pompidou Center
Commissioned by the then President Georges Pompidou in 1968, this distinctive building as commonly known as the Beaubourg was opened in 1977. It’s unconventional ‘inside out’ architectural style shocked most of the Parisians initially: air conditioning, escalators and lifts are all on the outside, giving the interior unparalleled freedom. The centre is home to the Musee National d’Art Moderne and the Bibliotheque Publique d’Information (BPI) as well as temporary exhibitions, cinemas, and other attractions and was extensively refurbished in the late 1990s.
All-inclusive museum admission: EUR10 Adults; EUR8 Reduced.
Hours vary for individual attractions.
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 Arab World institute
Created by architect Jean Nouvel, the Arab World institute ranks among Paris’ most-visited monuments. Arab World institute was established in 1980 with 18 Arab countries to create a better cross-cultural understanding between the Arab nations and France. The institute supports the propagation of knowledge and cultural customs as well as spiritual teachings in France. A continuous cultural exchange between both countries is the focal point of the institute. The hall of pillars is one of the highlights of the building.
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 Breteuil Castle
When you are in Paris, add Breteuil Castle to your list of “must-see sights.” One of the most frequented places in France with 100,000 visitors annually, Breteuil Castle is a haven for nature lovers with its parks and fountains. You are transported to the 17th Century dressed in 17th Century costumes as the guides of this castle take you through this huge estate. Explore the historic rooms, the lush gardens and the wax figures of this private estate. This castle has France’s largest dovecotes built in the 15th Century and belonged to the 10th marquis of Breteuil. As you stroll down the gardens, expect to meet peacocks parading. It is home to 3,000 pigeons. The parks in this castle have been inspired by Charles de Ferault.
Admission: £9.90 adults, £8.90
For detail information, check website.
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 Carnavalet Museum
To unearth the secrets of the City of Lights from prehistoric times to today, all visitors to Paris must come to this museum. To see the Carnavalet Museum you need a whole day as plethora of sculptures, paintings and pieces of furniture awaits you to take you back to the history of Paris. The museum is set up in two contiguous townouses (the Hotel Carnavalet was built in 1545 and the Hotel Le Peletier in the 17th Century). The rooms have been decorated to evoke different periods – follow the evolution of furniture from the reign of Henri IV to the beginning of the 20th century.
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 Atkins Dominique
A walking trip around Paris with your family or friends can be a lot interesting and exciting. You can be a part of the regular walking tours as organized by the History of Art Department of Paris emphasizing on the city architecture. A tour of the Bastille, the Quartier Latin, the Moulin Rouge and the Sacre Coeur are included in the tour. You can get detailed information about the tour.
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