3èME ARRONDISSEMENT. With exhibits highlighting Paris from its beginnings to the present day, this museum has a broad historical range. A variety of collections includes memorabilia from the French Revolution, archaeological treasures, paintings, sculpture and rare furniture. Museum holdings are housed in the spectacular "Carnavalet" and "Pelletier de Saint-Fargeau" mansions, which have been restored to period authenticity (15th to 19th centuries). METRO: Saint-Paul (line 1), Chemin-Vert (line 8)

12èME ARRONDISSEMENT. This fascinating museum charts cinematic history from Edison's 1894 kinetoscope to modern-day movie-making. Galleries chronicle the beginnings of photography and include mesmerizing short films as well. Additional displays include costumes worn by Greta Garbo and Rudolph Valentino and more than 5,000 objects from famous films, including the original robot from Fritz Lang's "Metropolis." METRO: Bercy (Lines 6 and 14)

7èME ARRONDISSEMENT. This gorgeous architectural gem, completed in the 17th century, is located in the city's Faubourg-St-Germain region. It was created by Louis XIV as a home for aged soldiers and disabled veterans. Among its prominent features are a sweeping esplanade, a series of gardens, and a striking domed church, where military heroes (including Napoléon I) are interred. Also at this location is the Musée de l'Armée, an outstanding art and military history museum, with extensive armament collections. METRO: Invalides, Latour Maubourg

3èME ARRONDISSEMENT. Housed in a majestic, circa-1650 mansion, this facility traces Jewish history in France. Smooth cobblestones from centuries past welcome visitors, showcasing 13th-century gravestones, artifacts, sacred documents and jewel-encrusted Torah cases. A somber section is also dedicated to the many Jews who lost their lives during World War II. As you make your way through the museum, don't forget to take in works by Chagall and Lipchitz. A wonderful chance for enrichment. METRO: Rambuteau (line 11), Hôtel de Ville (line 1)

7èME ARRONDISSEMENT. In the spacious wings surrounding the Courtyard of Invalides, the Musée de l'Armee presents an impressive collection of early weapons, military equipment and uniforms. Mementos from Napoleon's era can be examined, and visitors may also view plans of French military campaigns. In addition, a number of exhibits from the late Gothic and Renaissance periods are particularly intriguing. METRO: Latour-Maubourg (line 8),#13;#10;Saint François-Xavier (line 13)