Montparnasse Tower has probably got to be one of the most bland skyscrapers built, so why on earth would you want to visit it. Well, with Paris built on relatively flat land combined with the Tower being built on a relatively small hill just on the edge of the inner city limits (for no tall buildings have been allowed to be built inside these limits) you get the most awesome view of Paris. It’s even better than the view from the Eiffel Tower because elevationally Montparnasse is taller than the Eiffel. To get to the top you have to go via a lift which although is probably not the quickest in the world, it’s certainly up there as being one of the fastest. From what I remember it does 40(?) floors in 38 seconds. The ride is smooth without any apparent flashing lights to indicate which floor you’re whizzing past. When you exit the lift you enter a none to unspacious viewing room which houses large photographic images of the various stages of the Towers construction. The views of Paris are simply fantastic with various plaques pointing out the Parisian sights. However if you walk up a few more flights of stairs you’ll arrive at the viewing platform - the very top of Paris! The views that await you are totally unencumbered - it’s also outside so beware of low flying clouds. Paris is on full display here - you can see where you’ve been, where you’re going to and what you’ve missed. So for me the bottom line is that it’s the tops for views.
How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines
NH Hotels, the hotel chain leader in Europe, with more than 300 hotels in 20 countries in Europe, Latin America and Africa. Enter into our web site and find the best available tariff at all times
Advantages: best view of Paris from the roof top, easy access, shopping center nearby Disadvantages: a little expensive to go up, not the best architectural piece in Paris
Advantages: best view of Paris from the roof top, easy access, shopping center nearby Disadvantages: a little expensive to go up, not the best architectural piece in Paris
Advantages: perfect city to be inspired by architecture, culture, shopping and fine cuisine Disadvantages: just too many tourists, hope this review wont bring too many extra ones
From_The_Continent 18.03.2001 (24.03.2001)
·
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful
Review of Paris in general
Jan 2nd, 2001
very helpful by (100%):
