In The Paris Metropolitan Area
- Barbizon - a French village where the Barbizon School of Painting is located.
- Château de Fontainebleau - Built by Francis I of France, it is one of the largest of the French royal châteaux.
- Château de Rambouillet - The summer residence of French presidents.
- Château de Vincennes (Vincennes Castle) - A large medieval castle nearby the Bois de Vincennes (Vincennes Wood).
- Château Villette- a château built in the 18th century.
- Disneyland Resort Paris - the largest theme park in Europe.
- La Défense - The largest business district in Europe.
- Palace of Versailles - The famous former palace of French kings.
- Parc Asterix - One of many of Paris' theme parks.
- Parc de Sceaux - A Park located nearby the 17th century Château de Sceaux (Sceaux Castle).
- Saint Denis Basilica - the burial site of the French monarchs.
- Stade de France - The 80,000 seater stadium in which France won the 1998 edition of the FIFA World Cup.
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