(Last Update: 03.09.2024) Seine River It is one of the two islands located in the middle of the tourist center of Paris. Cite Island – Île de la Cité (the site) is a very important island as it is the first settlement of Paris in history. The first foundations of today's Paris were laid in the settlements established in and around this island, which was protected by walls all around during the Roman period.
This island, which has a special importance in terms of hosting many important monumental buildings today, is located in the north. Châtelet, in the south Saint michel is among.
Rive Droite with four bridges, Rive Gauche with three bridges, and Rive Gauche with one bridge. Île Saint Louis – Saint Louis IslandOn Cite Island, which is connected to Notre Dame Cathedral, Holy Chapel, Concierge ServiceIt is possible to find many monumental buildings such as , Palais de Justice and Hotel Dieu together. Moreover Paris's first and oldest square clock is also located here.
usually to the island Châtelet or Saint michel Since it is passed by on foot, the westernmost side can be overlooked. That's why we started the trip from the west, Pont Neuf I can suggest you start by. Here, especially when you go down the stairs are the weeping willows at the end of the island. Vert-Galant SquareDon't neglect .
Cite Island offers a unique view that is truly worth seeing. flowing from both sides of you Seine River as it is... Especially a pleasant walking track Rives de Seine Park It should definitely not be neglected.
Also located in this area, Place Dophine is a small but very cute square. If you continue along the shore on the left of the road Concierge ServiceYou pass in front of . The left side of the street you reach from here ChâteletYou go to , but if you turn right you will see the Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice) and right next to it Holy Chapel You should definitely see the inside. diagonally opposite Brasserie Les deux PalaisDon't forget to drink a tired coffee at; The interior decoration there is also very nice because…
If you cross the street from the Palace of Justice and go around the Préfecture, you can see Cité. metro station and RER You will see the exit. The flower market located right at this point Flower marketI definitely recommend you to visit. This area, arranged in the form of greenhouse-style display cases, is a feast for the eyes in terms of both the variety of flowers and the richness of presentation.
When we walk towards the other street from here, we come across Hotel Dieu, which is actually a hospital (and is being liquidated these days). From there turn right Notre Dame CathedralWe reach the square where . From here on if you wish Our LadyContinue walking to the left of and go to the other magnificent island. Île Saint LouisYou can go to, or if you wish, cross the bridge on the right. Saint michelYou can get lost in the vibrant and lively streets of .
Famous bookstore here Shakespeare and CompanyI recommend you not to skip; of course right next to you Shakespeare and Company CaféWe don't miss either. Another option is to scroll to the left and Châteletwalking to but if it were me Île Saint Louis – Saint Louis Island I would go to the side... Before even passing by, I went to one of the oldest and most beautiful restaurants in Paris. Au Vieux Paris Might be a nice option for food?
Walking to Cite Island is the most enjoyable, but if you are far away and have to use public transportation M4 metro You can get off at the “Cité” station of the line or RER-BYou can reach here from "Saint Michel-Notre Dame" station.
On a trip to Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Therefore, while you are here, I strongly recommend that you not only visit the cathedral, but also at least see the magnificent places whose names I have mentioned in this article. Also, if your budget is suitable and you want to visit this island hotel If you find it and stay there, your Paris holiday will be unforgettable.
Of course, the islands of Paris are Cite Island – Île de la Cité and Saint Louis Island – Île Saint Louis not limited to; more Île aux Cygnes, Jatte IslandThere are also islands such as Île de Puteaux, Île Seguin, Île Saint Germain. Maybe you can discover it yourself until I write it all down?
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries.
Address: Île de la Cité, 75001 Paris
Other Islands:
- Saint Louis Island – Île Saint Louis
- Île aux Cygnes – Kuğulu Island
- Île de la Jatte – Jatte Island
- Île de Puteaux – Puteaux Island
- Île Seguin – Seguin Island
- Île Saint Germain – Saint Germain Island
