Location: Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois
Top Things to do in Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois
What to do and see in Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, Ile-de-France: The Best Historic Sites
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.
Restaurants in Paris
1. Sainte-Chapelle
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4.5 based on 27,113 reviews
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 !
2. Rue de Rivoli
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4.5 based on 78 reviews
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.
3. Tour de l'Horloge
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
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.
4. 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.
5. Statue Equestre de Louis XIV
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
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.
6. Art-tour
In this tour you will see a part of the medieval Paris, understand why this district is called the Latin Quarter, learn about the manufacture of Gobelin, the lost river, the beginnings of the French University and the love story of the 12th century. You will discover Gothic churches, landmarks, Roman roads & ruins, stroll narrow cobbled streets, see where Hemingway lived and enjoy a street market.
