Location: Île de la Cité
Top Things to do in Île de la Cité
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Île de la Cité That You Shouldn't Miss
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. Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation
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4.5 based on 384 reviews
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.
2. Pont-Neuf
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4.5 based on 1,222 reviews
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.
3. Place Dauphine
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4.5 based on 269 reviews
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.
4. Square du Vert-Galant
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4.5 based on 175 reviews
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.
5. Conciergerie
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4.0 based on 2,143 reviews
The present monument forms only a part of the former palace of the Capetian dynasty. Charles V ceased using the palace in the 14th century and decided to house his law courts here. The Concierge, or keeper, was appointed by the king and was responsible for policing within the palace walls. At the end of the 18th century, many prisoners detained by the Revolutionary Tribunal were held in the Conciergerie, including Marie-Antoinette. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO.Open:> 2nd January to 31st December: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th DecemberAdmission fees: Adults : 8,5€; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By Kka174
Get the histopad for the kids to make the experience more interactive and enjoyable - very interesting - used our paris museum pass and hardly any cue to get in eexcept for small security check.
6. Fresque "Charles le Brun"
7. Palais de Justice de Paris
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4.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
The Palais de Justice de Paris is a large complex of buildings. We visited the Conciergerie and Sainte Chapelle and also had a look around several other parts of the complex. There are law courts in this place as well and many police and other military style officers guard the whole complex. Worth a visit.
8. Equestrian Statue of Charlemagne
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4.0 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By rayrest - London, United Kingdom
The bronze equestrian statue of Charlemagne can be found at the entrance of the famous Notre Dame on the Ile de la Cite. Metro station you need is called Cite.
9. Square Jean XXIII
10. Square de l'Ile de France
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4.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By ProudlyDurbs - Westville, South Africa
The gardens behind the Notre Dam cathedral are an ideal getaway from the tourist attractions. Relax here and enjoy the silent peaceful views of the river Seine.
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