St. Louis Island (Ile Saint-Louis) is one of the two islands located in the River Seine in the city of Paris. This is the smaller and more quaint location. It lacks the star power attractions you'll see at Ile de la Cite but is a more charming location to explore on foot.
In addition to neat food shops, eateries, art galleries, book shop and other small businesses, you can visit a couple of churches including the historic Église Saint-Louis-en-l'Île an see impressive historic hotel buildings, several of which line Quai d'Anjou on the north side of the island.
Note: There is a bridge, Pont St. Louis, which links Ile Saint-Louis to the southeast end of Ile de la Cite, making it convenient to visit before/after seeing the major attractions such as Notre Dame Cathedral and St....
Read moreWe visited 23 Feb 19. The weather was perfect. The sun was shining and walk the 90 minute walk was fantastic. We leisurely looked at the small book and art stalls all the way down the side of the river. We popped in the various restaurants and bars along the way. The architecture on the buildings are amazing. You can see the river boats going up and down the river. I must say they were heaving both top and bottom. But this is a nice walk leading to other areas in Paris which you’ll come across and be...
Read moreÎle Saint-Louis Connected to Île de la Cité by the Pont Saint-Louis, this smaller island offers a more tranquil atmosphere. It’s known for its: • 17th and 18th-century architecture • Charming streets, particularly Rue Saint-Louis en l’Île • Upscale shops and restaurants • Famous Berthillon ice cream Historical Significance
Île de la Cité was the seat of royal power from the 6th to the 14th century. The construction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in the 12th century further cemented its importance as a...
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