I believe the Arc de Triomphe provides the best view of Paris. Yes, certainly better than that of the Eiffel Tower. The Arc is located in the center of Place de l'Étoile, a roundabout connecting twelve tree-lined avenues. They radiate like spokes in a wagon wheel and no matter which direction you look you always feel like you're at the center. Also, the Arc's viewing platform is at the perfect elevation to see a nice skyline: above the rooftops but below the domes and spires. IMHO photos taken from atop the Eiffel Tower are rather boring because they look like they were taken from an airplane window. Visit the Arc after sunset when the street lights have been turned on. Three thumbs up.
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