Montmartre witnessed the destiny of “Amélie” (2001). Earlier, the Cannes Film Festival (founded 1946) turned the Croisette into the world capital of cinema.
The Eiffel Tower, slated for demolition in 1909, survived only because it doubled as a giant radio antenna for the army.
Skip the Louvre queues for the Musée de l'Orangerie. Keep a 4G/5G eSIM active: Google Maps for the metro, a reliable ride-hail at night, and checking reviews before booking a touristy bistro.