What to do and see in Ile de la Cité / Ile Saint-Louis, Ile-de-France: The Best Things to do

October 8, 2021 Enedina Augsburger

Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. L'ile Aux Images

51 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Ile, 75004 Paris France +33 1 56 24 15 22 [email protected] http://lileauximages.com
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

L'ile Aux Images

One of the best and oldest vintage photograhs & lithographs galleries in Paris. From Félix Nadar to Robert Doisneau, from Honoré Daumier to Toulouse Lautrec, from Mucha to Cappiello.

2. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

6 Parvis Notre-Dame Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France +33 1 42 34 56 10 [email protected] https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/
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4.5 based on 71,255 reviews

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

This famous cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture on which construction began in the 12th century, stands on the Île de la Cité and is the symbolic heart of the city.

Reviewed By ashwathramr - Kochi (Cochin), India

A must visit landmark Cathedral in Paris, I turned up at 7:45 AM.. early and entered inide at 8 : 00 AM, the exterior architecture is amazing magnificent , the cathedral is stunning with ornate and intricate statues and two bell tower , he facade of the Cathedral is well designed in Gothic architectural style, the interiors of the cathedral is impressive with high column and glass works ,as i walked inside the cathedral i was just lost in the era of the Gothic Period. This is one of the best cathedral that i ve ever visited in my life. You can capture some of the stunning views of the cathedral . My suggestion to visit the cathedral is enter the cathedral in the morning early hours , when the crowd is less, the entry is free, but you have to stand in line to enter and security check is there. the touristic crowd and group tour pours in so visit at early is always the best to enjoy your visit to this marvelous masterpiece.. At evening hour the views of the cathedral is also stunning...there is a huge open space in front of the cathedral for capturing beautiful views.

3. Sainte-Chapelle

8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France +33 1 53 40 60 80 [email protected] http://www.sainte-chapelle.fr
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4.5 based on 27,113 reviews

Sainte-Chapelle

The Sainte-Chapelle is the finest royal chapel to be built in France and features a truly exceptional collection of stained-glass windows. It was built in the mid 13th century by Louis IX, at the heart of the royal residence, the Palais de la Cité. It was built to house the relics of the Passion of Christ. Adorned with a unique collection of fifteen glass panels and a large rose window forming a veritable wall of light,the Sainte-Chapelle is a gem of French Gothic architecture. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open:> 1st March to 31st October: Monday to Friday: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.> 1st November to 29th February: Monday to Friday: from 9 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. and to 2.15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. The best time to visit is in the morning from Tuesday to Friday. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December and in case of negative temperatures.

Reviewed By KVirgils - London, United Kingdom

Glorious and uplifting to walk around this beautiful chapel Every time I visit I marvel at the windows especially if you visit when the sun is shining !

4. Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation

Square de l'Ile de France, 75004 Paris France +33 1 46 33 87 56 http://www.cheminsdememoire.gouv.fr/en/memorial-des-martyrs-de-la-deportation
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4.5 based on 384 reviews

Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation

Located on the Île de la Cité, this memorial is dedicated to the 200,000 French citizens who died in concentration camps during World War II.

Reviewed By dharding4 - Smyrna, United States

We happened to stumble across this memorial site. The surface looks like a small, peaceful park, and overlooks the Seine. Once you are inside, the weight of the memorial will come down on you. An extremely moving site, and something to see for all.

5. Pont-Neuf

Ile de la Cite, 75001 Paris France
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4.5 based on 1,222 reviews

Pont-Neuf

This bridge, depicted in a famous painting by Renoir, is the oldest remaining bridge in Paris.

Reviewed By Ivisitedtheplace - Israel, null

According to my understanding of French, it is both the New Bridge (as in unused) and the Nine Bridge. Either way, it is a nice structure to cross on foot (includes the western end of the Ile de la Cite) and also an impressive structure to pass under (which I did three or four times on the amazing Batobus. When one goes under this bridge, one can see and photograph (as I did), the massive letter N on the sides.

6. Rue Saint Louis en l'Ile

Ile Saint-Louis, 75004 Paris France
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4.5 based on 130 reviews

Rue Saint Louis en l'Ile

The main street on Paris's Île St-Louis.

Reviewed By TV2451

Many years ago we rented an apartment on this lovely street and had the time of our lives for 6 months. The island has changed, not for the better, alas, now full of tourists and it has become the land of ice cream with one ice cream stand after another. But still, the architecture is lovely, and the block at the end of the island toward the East is still sublime and quiet.

7. Ile Saint-Louis

44 rue Saint Louis en L Ile, 75004 Paris France +33 1 43 54 69 75 [email protected] http://www.tripsavvy.com/paris-neighborhoods-ile-saint-louis-1517738
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4.5 based on 4,780 reviews

Ile Saint-Louis

Cobble-stoned neighborhood featuring quiet shops, cafes and bistros.

Reviewed By Darren_C_Thomas - Brisbane, Australia

Ile Saint-Louis is one of 2 islands in the middle of the Seine. Its streets are filled with 17th and 18th century architecture with lots of quaint shops, cafes and restaurants. The island is quite small and easily walk-able and a must for anyone visiting Paris

8. Place Dauphine

Paris France
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4.5 based on 269 reviews

Place Dauphine

Reviewed By TV2451

One of Paris' most serene and romantic places, this square features harmonious architecture. Built during the Renaissance and somewhat altered, it's still gorgeous. Come and sit on a bench on a sunny day and let your heart sing.

9. Hotel de Lauzun

17 quai D Anjou, 75004 Paris France +33 1 43 54 27 14
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Hotel de Lauzun

Splendid example of baroque architecture, this mansion is now a museum of art and artifacts of 19th century French literary and art figures.

Reviewed By sjhankoff - Paris, France

I always enjoy tours with Thierry Heil because they are frequently "off the beaten path" and not the places every tourist has on their list. This was definetly the case with Hotel de Lauzen, a private home dating from the 17th Century located on the Isle Saint-Louis If you walked past this imposing building you might never imagine the glories hidden inside! Entering from the street was like stepping back in time. Theirry made the rooms come alive with his stories of the families who lived in this amazing place, including the legendary parties attended by Victor Hugo and Baudelaire!

10. Square du Vert-Galant

1 Square du Vert Galant, 75001 Paris France +33 1 46 33 98 38 http://www.vedettesdupontneuf.com
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4.5 based on 175 reviews

Square du Vert-Galant

A small park on the Île de la Cité.

Reviewed By SuperTed19 - Madison, United States

It’s tiny speck of grass on the western tip of Ile de la Cité. There is a huge tree, under which one can sit comfortably and watch the city go about its business.

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