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Top 20 most intriguing Paris trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Paris is one of the most iconic and romantic cities in the world. From its stunning architecture to its leading role in art, fashion and culture, it continues to be a source of inspiration to millions of people from around the globe. With its cafes, bistros and bustling nightlife, Paris is an alluring destination for any traveler. Test your knowledge of the City of Lights with this Paris trivia template and see how much you know about this beloved destination.


1) What is the official name of Paris?

  • Berlin
  • Rome
  • Paris
  • London

2) When was the Eiffel Tower built?

  • 1898
  • 1789
  • 1889
  • 1903

3) What is the name of the river that runs through Paris?

  • Danube
  • Thames
  • Seine
  • Rhine

4) What is the name of the most visited museum in Paris?

  • Louvre
  • Centre Pompidou
  • Musee D’Orsay
  • Musée Rodin

5) What is the name of the Parisian cathedral?

  • Notre-Dame de Reims
  • Cathedral of Reims
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Cathedral of Paris

6) What is the name of the public park in the centre of Paris?

  • Luxembourg Gardens
  • Tuileries Gardens
  • Parc Monceau
  • Parc des Buttes Chaumont

7) What is the square located in the centre of Paris?

  • Place de la Concorde
  • Place des Vosges
  • Place de l’Etoile
  • Place du Châtelet

8) Who is the architect of the iconic Sacré-Cœur Basilica?

  • Auguste Perret
  • Hector Guimard
  • Hector Lefuel
  • Paul Abadie

9) When did the French Revolution take place in Paris?

  • 1667
  • 1789
  • 1810
  • 1940

10) What tower, which once formed part of the record-breaking and doomed architectural project, was the tallest building in the world from 1957 until 1974?

  • Eiffel Tower
  • Tour Montparnasse
  • Tour Eiffel
  • Tour Saint-Jacques

11) What is the oldest bridge in Paris?

  • Pont des Arts
  • Pont Neuf
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Pont Marie

12) Who designed the glass pyramid at the Louvre?

  • André Le Nôtre
  • Jean Nouvel
  • I.M. Pei
  • Gustave Eiffel

13) What is the name of the 19th-century park in the eastern part of Paris?

  • Parc Walibi
  • Tuileries Gardens
  • Parc Monceau
  • Parc des Buttes Chaumont

14) What year did the first Metro come into service in Paris?

  • 1896
  • 1889
  • 1903
  • 1910

15) How many arrondissements are there in Paris?

  • 10
  • 20
  • 15
  • 20

16) What is the name of the train station located in the centre of Paris?

  • Gare de Lyon
  • Gare de l'Est
  • Gare Montparnasse
  • Gare du Nord

17) Which Parisian landmark is known as the 'Iron Lady'?

  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Tour Montparnasse
  • Tour Eiffel
  • Sacré-Cœur Basilica

18) What is the name of the iconic public square in Paris, which is located near the Arc de Triomphe?

  • Place du Châtelet
  • Place des Vosges
  • Place Vendôme
  • Place de l’Etoile

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