Stroll through the Charming Old Quarters of Paris
Narrow lanes, amazing medieval structures, hidden relics, and contemporary Parisian living in the midst of extraordinary remains of the past. This walk will take you through some of the must-see landmarks as well as the local places in between in a fun and educational way. The Quartier Latin, Île Saint-Louis, and Le Marais are all lovely areas where tourists may immerse themselves in the atmosphere of medieval Paris. Begin your exploration on the Left Bank in the Latin Sector, which has served as the city's academic quarter since the Middle Ages. After exploring this vibrant neighborhood's diverse shops and bookshops, cross the Seine River via the Petit Pont bridge and travel to the Île de la Cité to appreciate the Notre-Dame Cathedral's façade.
The Pont Saint-Louis bridge connects the Île de la Cité to another Seine River island, the Île Saint-Louis, a place rich with old-world beauty. Explore the peaceful pedestrian walkways and charming stores on the Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île. Visit the Eglise Saint-Louis en l'Île, a magnificent Baroque church dedicated to Saint Louis (King Louis IX), and then indulge in an ice cream cone from the neighboring Glacier Berthillon. Cross the Pont Marie bridge to reach Le Marais, an evocative historic region dotted with ancient palaces and villas. Take a leisurely stroll around the tranquil tree-shaded paths of the Place de Vosges, a graceful square lined with elegant 17th-century aristocratic residences, and then amble along the Rue des Francs Bourgeois, a narrow street with many fashionable shops.
