Things to do in Paris, Ile-de-France: The Best Historic Sites

December 6, 2021 Stefan Strunk

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. Domaine National du Palais-Royal

8 rue de Montpensier, 75001 Paris France +33 1 47 03 92 16 [email protected] http://palais-royal.monuments-nationaux.fr/en/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 567 reviews

Domaine National du Palais-Royal

This royal palace, first home to Cardinal Richelieu and later a childhood home of Louis XIV, is longer open to the public, although its exquisite gardens can still be enjoyed.

Reviewed By a1eksandar - Belgrade, Serbia

Once a royal palace now the amazing spot to enjoy some relaxing time, since it's much less crowded than places nearby.

2. Sainte-Chapelle

8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France +33 1 53 40 60 80 [email protected] http://www.sainte-chapelle.fr
Excellent
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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 !

3. Eglise Saint-Roch

296, rue Saint-Honore, 75001 Paris France +33 1 42 44 13 20 http://www.paroissesaintroch.fr
Excellent
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4.5 based on 143 reviews

Eglise Saint-Roch

Reviewed By Lushlight - Frankfurt, Germany

Amazing art filled baroque interior. So worth a visit. Right on Rue St Honore and surprisingly spacious.

4. Rue de Rivoli

Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris France http://paris1900.lartnouveau.com/paris01/la_rue_de_rivoli.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Rue de Rivoli

Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia

Stretching from Place de la Concorde to (changing its name to Rue Saint Antoine, on the way) Place de la Bastille, this is a very busy street, for traffic and pedestrians alike. There is so much to see, the demographic changes constantly along the way, it is hard for the walker to get bored. The Concorde, Louvre stretch would have to be our favourite.

5. Tour de l'Horloge

Conciergerie 2 Conciergerie, 75001 Paris France
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Tour de l'Horloge

Reviewed By Taxidevil - Glasgow, United Kingdom

You can find this lovely clock on the corner of a building not far from the Conciergerie so you can stop by for a look on your way there. Nice for a photo.

6. Conciergerie

2 boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France +33 1 53 40 60 80 [email protected] http://www.paris-conciergerie.fr
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4.0 based on 2,143 reviews

Conciergerie

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.

7. Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection

2 Rue de Viarmes, 75001 Paris France +33 1 55 04 60 60 [email protected] http://www.boursedecommerce.fr
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4.0 based on 14 reviews

Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection

Opening on 23rd January 2021. The Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection offers a view of the art of our times, throught the collection of contemporary works constituted by Francois Pinault over more than fifty years.

8. Statue Equestre de Louis XIV

Cour Napoleon At the Pyramide du Louvre, 75010 Paris France http://paristoric.com/index.php/paris-d-hier/statues/statues-du-louvre/2255-la-statue-de-louis-xiv?tmpl=component
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

Statue Equestre de Louis XIV

Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia

This is a very unusual equestrian statue that truly piqued out interest - so we found out a bit more about it. Rather than just ‘bloke on horse’ this is a flame filled, flowing and elaborate representation of Louis XIV as the mythological Roman warrior and hero called Marcus Curtius. We are fans of Bernini - but just didn’t expect to see one of his works as we pottered about Paris.

9. Atlantes de la rue Saint-Roch

45 rue Saint Roch, 75001 Paris France
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

Atlantes de la rue Saint-Roch

10. Robespierre's House

398 rue Saint Honore, 75001 Paris France
Excellent
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3.5 based on 19 reviews

Robespierre's House

Reviewed By Viajesberna

There is nothing more than a simple plaque but if you love history like I do, it is super interesting to visit the place and street where one of the most important figures of French history lived there. It is not the same building but it is the same place.

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