Île de la Cité, Paris

Name: Île de la Cité
Address: Paris, France

#883 among attractions in Paris

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Île de la Cité is an island in the river Seine in the center of Paris. In the 4th century, it was the site of the fortress of the Roman governor. In 508 Clovis I, the first King of the Franks, established his palace on the island. In the 12th century it became an important religious center, the home of Notre-Dame cathedral, and the royal chapel of Sainte-Chapelle, as well as the city's first hospital: the Hôtel-Dieu. It is also the site of the city's oldest surviving bridge, the Pont Neuf. ()

Alternative names: Area: 55.6 acres (0.0869 mi²)Coordinates: 48°51'17"N, 2°20'50"E

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Hôtel-de-Ville (Notre Dame)Paris France

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Île de la Cité – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Notre-Dame de Paris, Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie, Charlemagne et ses Leudes.

~700 ftSE
Iconic Gothic church with literary link
Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris
4 min walk • The Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, also known as Notre-Dame, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture that has towered over the Ile de la Cité in the heart of Paris for centuries. Built between the 12th and 14th centuries, the cathedral is not only a place of religious...
~570 ftNW
Gothic chapel with stained-glass windows
Sainte-Chapelle, Paris
3 min walk • Sainte-Chapelle stands as an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Paris, France. This Gothic-style church, renowned for its breathtaking stained glass windows, was consecrated in 1248 and originally commissioned by King Louis IX to house his collection of Passion...
~520 ftNW
14th-century royal palace and prison
Conciergerie, Paris
3 min walk • The Conciergerie is an iconic historical site nestled in the heart of Paris, France, along the picturesque banks of the Seine River. Once part of the former royal palace known as the Palais de la Cité, which dates back to the 10th century, the Conciergerie is steeped...
~640 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Charlemagne et ses Leudes, Paris
4 min walk • Charlemagne et ses Leudes, also known as the statue of Charlemagne and His Guards, is a notable monument located in the heart of Paris, just outside the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral. This impressive bronze statue pays tribute to one of Europe's most significant...
~140 ftNW
Archaeological site
Lutetia, Paris
1 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Paris, Lutetia is not a monument that towers above the city skyline or a sprawling museum with vast collections. Instead, it is the ancient Roman city upon which modern Paris was built, a historical site that offers a unique glimpse into the...
~720 ftS
Nightlife, Dancing
Le Caveau de la Huchette, Paris
4 min walk • Le Caveau de la Huchette is a jazz club in the Latin Quarter of Paris. The building dates to the 16th century, but became a jazz club in 1949. The design has been compared to a cellar or labyrinth and allegedly it was once used by Rosicrucians and by those linked to Freemasonry.
~650 ftNE
Bridge
Pont Notre-Dame, Paris
4 min walk • The Pont Notre-Dame, a quintessential arch bridge that spans the Seine River in the heart of Paris, France, is a historic structure that marries functionality with aesthetic grace. Serving as a vital pedestrian and vehicular conduit, this bridge connects the Quai de...
~770 ftS
Shopping, Bookshop
Shakespeare and Company, Paris
4 min walk • Shakespeare and Company is an iconic English-language bookstore opened in 1951 by George Whitman, located on Paris's Left Bank. The store was named after Sylvia Beach's bookstore of the same name founded in 1919 on the Left Bank, which closed in 1941. Whitman adopted the "Shakespeare and Company" name for his store in 1964.
~510 ftS
Bridge
Petit Pont, Paris
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Petit Pont (Little Bridge) offers a quaint passage over the Seine River, connecting the city's historic Latin Quarter with the Île de la Cité, home to the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. This arch bridge, though often overshadowed by...
~650 ftW
Bridge
Pont Saint-Michel, Paris
4 min walk • Pont Saint-Michel is an iconic arch bridge spanning the Seine River in the vibrant city of Paris, France. With its prime location, it connects the Place Saint-Michel on the Left Bank with the Île de la Cité, one of the two natural islands in the Seine.
~1000 ftNE
Bridge
Pont d'Arcole, Paris
5 min walk • The Pont d'Arcole is a notable arch bridge spanning the Seine River in the heart of Paris, France. Connecting the Île de la Cité, one of Paris's two natural islands, to the city's fourth arrondissement, this bridge is not just a means of passage but a piece of the...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Île de la Cité?

Nearby attractions include Wallace fountain, Paris (1 min walk), Lutetia, Paris (1 min walk), Place Louis Lépine, Paris (1 min walk), Flower Market Queen Elizabeth II, Paris (2 min walk).

How to get to Île de la Cité by public transport?

The nearest stations to Île de la Cité:

Bus

Cité - Parvis Notre-Dame • Lines: 47, 75, N15, N22 (1 min walk)
Notre-Dame • Lines: Bleue, Verte (2 min walk)

Metro

Cité • Lines: 4 (2 min walk)
Saint-Michel • Lines: 4 (5 min walk)

Train

Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (3 min walk)
Châtelet - Les Halles (13 min walk)

Ferry

Notre-Dame • Lines: Batobus (7 min walk)
Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: Batobus (8 min walk)