NEWS ARTICLE

City Break to Paris 

Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture.  1,803 monuments and 173 museums, an extraordinary heritage ! Called the City of Light, City of Love and Capital of Fashion, Paris is not only brimming with internationally famous attractions but is an energetic city where beauty and vivacity ever-weave its curvy streets. Paris' starring role on the global stage makes it a prime destination for travelers, who have many reasons to visit beyond the emblematic Eiffel Tower and the world-renowned wines. 

The top things to do on a first-time visit: enjoy a panoramic view of the city from a 324-metre height at the top of the Eiffel Tower, admire Victor Hugo’s beloved gargoyles at Notre Dame Cathedral and stand at the top of the tallest hill in Paris at theSacré CÅ“ur Basilica. These are the three monuments most popular with visitors to Paris. Not far from Notre Dame Cathedral, the Sainte Chapelle with its beautiful stained glass windows is also well worth visiting. A short distance from the Champs-Elysées, the Grand Palais, a huge stone, steel and glass structure, hosts prestigious exhibitions. Built by Napoleon, the Arc de Triomphe offers a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the city. In the heart of Paris, the Louvre is a former royal residence which was transformed into a museum after the Revolution and has since become the world’s most visited museum. The Musée d’Orsay houses the largest collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist paintings in the world. Another must-see is the Palais Garnier with its ornately decorated façade and its ceiling painted by Marc Chagall. Finally, a trip out to the Père Lachaise cemetery offers the opportunity to pay homage at the tombs of many famous people. 

Getting to Paris is really easy. Take a Eurostar with a approximate duration of 2 hours and 15mins from London or take the Flight with a duration of around one hour. There are a range of airports which you could use to travel to Paris such as London, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Belfast, Birmingham and so much more. . Traveling to Paris cannot be easier than booking with Disabled Access Holidays. Disabled Access Holidays are expert in arranging holidays for disabled people with medical conditions and disabilities. There are 2 ways to book by visiting www.disabledaccessholidays.com and clicking on “GET A QUOTE� button or you call on 0800 622 6000 to talk to an expert. 

 

Disabled Access Holidays is able to provide Accessible hotels throughout Paris. Here are the recommended Hotels in Paris.  

• The Peninsula - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/wheelchair-accessible-accommodation/France_The_Peninsula.asp 
  • The Peninsula is one of the most extravagant, luxurious hotels in Paris and is situated in a prime location just steps away from the famous Arc de Triomphe. This hotel is close to some of the world's most famous monuments, museums and luxury shopping district. Hotel has a Roll-In Shower and has accessibility equipment for the deaf. 

• Novotel Tour Eiffel Hotel, Paris, France - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/wheelchair-accessible-accommodation/France_Novotel_Tour_Eiffel_Hotel.asp 
  • Located right on the waterfront of the city centre, the Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel features spectacular views of the Seine. It also offers easy access to many Parisian attractions, from shops and restaurants to world-famous monuments like the Pont Mirabeau and the Eiffel Tower. This hotel has accessible rooms with wheel in shower. There is also handicapped parking available. 

• Best Western Prince MontMartre - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/wheelchair-accessible-accommodation/France_BestWestern_Prince_montmartre.asp 
  • The accommodation is very modern and impeccably clean. The hotel offers wheelchair adapted rooms that sleep 1 person and have wheel-in showers as well as grab-rails for disabled patrons. This hotel is located right in the centre of Paris so it's incredibly to navigate around the city using public transport. 

• Appart’City Confort Pari Grande Bibliotheque - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/wheelchair-accessible-accommodation/France-Paris-Appart'City-Confort-Paris-Grande-Bibliotheque.asp 
  • A block from La Seine river, this modern apartment with wheel in shower is a 4-minute walk from the Bibliotheque François Mitterrand metro stop and 4.2 km from le Parc Zoologique de Paris. Airy studios with balconies and kitchenettes feature flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers.  

• Holiday Inn Express Paris-Canal de la Villette - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/wheelchair-accessible-accommodation/France-Paris-Holiday-Inn-Express-Paris.asp 
  • The Holiday Inn Express Paris has a Roll in Showe and is just a 5-minute walk from the Riquet Metro Station, which provides direct access to the Opera Garnier and Le Louvre. All 144 rooms provide conveniences like sofa beds and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find pillow menus, hair dryers, and showers. 

There are plenty more accessible disabled holiday hotels – Click the link for more hotels - http://www.disabledaccessholidays.com/disabled-holidays/disabled-accessible-resorts/France-Paris.asp 

 

Once you arrive, discover all the different types of public or private, group or individual transport that will make getting around easy.  

 

• Adapted public transport - Buses, metros, tramways, RER in the Paris area, adapted to disabled people. 
• Adapted taxis - Another form of transport is by Wheelchair Accessible Taxis. Wheelchair Accessible Taxis is part of a group of companies providing holiday services to Disabled Travellers. They are specialist online taxi booking service focused on making accessible transfers as easy as possible. Website Link: http://www.wheelchairaccessibleholidaytaxis.com/  Phone Number:  0800 622 6000 
• Adapted car parks and parking places - Adapted and reserved car parks and parking places in Paris.
• Personal travel assistance - Companies and services offering personal travel assistance to people in and around Paris.