Is the Guggenheim Worth Visiting?

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Located in the heart of New York City, the Guggenheim is one of the must-see spots on many visitors’ lists.

But, does this museum and art gallery really live up to the hype?

My opinion is yes, and no. There are a few factors that you need to keep in mind in order to make sure the experience is worth it for YOU.

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8 Things to See at The Louvre That Aren't The Mona Lisa

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There is SO much to see at the Louvre in Paris, but after purchasing their entry ticket most visitors head straight to the Denon Wing and the Mona Lisa. (Read this post to find out why the Mona Lisa is such a big deal.)

The galleries in this wing, housing the Decorative Arts and the Italian, Spanish, and French paintings (also made famous from the movie The Da Vinci Code), are packed with tourists waiting their turn to stand in front Mona.

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15 Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit The Centre Pompidou in Paris

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There are A LOT of museums in Paris, and it is impossible to see them all on your first, second, or even third visit to the city.

In fact, I didn't make it to the Centre Pompidou until my third time to the city — and was that ever a mistake! Not only is the exterior of the building a must-see, the museum is home to over 100,000 works created in the 20th and 21st centuries, and an INCREDIBLE view.

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Visiting Monet's Water Lilies At The Musee De L'Orangerie In Paris

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One of my favourite gallery or museum spaces in the world, the Musee De L'Orangerie is located in Paris on the southwest corner of the Jardin Des Tuileries.

The last time I was in Paris, I was determined to visit smaller museums and locations in the city that had little-to-no mention in tourists books.

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