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If your idea of a dream trip to Paris involves spending the day visiting museums before heading back to self catering accommodation in the evening, you should be sure to use the Paris Museum Pass. This pass will guarantee you entrance into dozens of museums and attractions across the French capital and could save you a significant sum of money. But while the range of cultural institutions to be found in the city can make selecting which ones to see during your stay in France apartments tricky, you should be sure to visit the Louvre. Not only it is one of the largest museums in the world - it is housed in the Louvre Palace which was originally a 12th century fort built under the reign of King Philip II - but it is also one of the most popular. More than eight million people visit the Louvre every year, so you could be in good company when using your Paris Museum Pass. The museum's permanent collection consists of some 35,000 works of art, so there is bound to something for you. Among the many items on display are Greek artefacts, the iconic Venus de Milo sculpture and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. However, it is Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa painting that is perhaps the most famous item to be found at the Louvre. The museum also hosts a number of temporary exhibitions and one-off special events throughout the year, so there should always be something new on offer. But if you're after seeing some contemporary art during your stay in apartments in Paris, you might wish to stop by the Musee National d'Art Moderne, or the National Museum of Modern Art as it translates into English. With some 60,000 works spanning the 20th and 21st centuries contained here, there is sure to be at least one item that it captivates your imagination, whether it is a piece by Andy Warhol, Dora Maar or Salvador Dali. Open every day with the exception of Tuesdays and May 1st, there should be plenty of opportunities for you to spot the various pieces on display. Make sure you head to the museum's sixth floor where you can take in fantastic panoramic views of Paris. Doing so can allow you to see some of the capital's greatest landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and the Notre Dame cathedral. You can also use the Paris Museum Pass to visit the Musee Rodin. Located at the Hotel Biron in the Meudon suburb of the city, it is dedicated to the works of Parisian artist Auguste Rodin. Wandering through the building and its extensive gardens will allow you to see Rodin's expansive body of work, which includes sketches and paintings. Rodin was perhaps best known for his sculptures - he worked with a variety of materials including wax and bronze - and a trip the museum means you can see his most iconic pieces, The Kiss and The Thinker. As you walk through the gardens, make sure you also look at some of the fantastic flower displays, Japanese irises and primroses among the flora to be spotted, before heading to the gift shop for a memento of your trip. By using the Paris Museum Pass you can save a significant sum of money on visiting the city's most popular attractions, leaving you with more cash to enjoy your holiday. If you're looking for French apartments come to Holiday-Rentals. As a leading holiday homes company we can provide you with a range of apartments in Paris, as well as self catering accommodation.
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