Sacré-Cœur in Paris

The popular basilique; Sacré-Cœur, at the summit of Montmartre. The inside of the church can be also be visited but usually there are long ques to enter. However, a stroll in the streets of Montmartre to the right of the church and a warm onion soup or a glass of wine is a good alternative to standing in line. You can also, if you are so inclined, have your picture drawn by one of the numerous artists rooming the streets asking for nothing more than a few euros. Watch out however as not all of them are very good artists.

The view from Sacré-Cœur is maybe one of the best you can get over Paris. From here you can see almost the entire city and all its most famous sights. The stairs are also known from the film Amelie, and most of the film also takes place in the area of Montmartre. 

If you want to have a stroll, walking to the summit is a nice way to see Paris and get some light exercise as well. If not, you can take a cable car up to the top as well.