Guided tour of the City Island, heart of Paris

Duration 1h30/2hrs

Starting from the Place Saint Michel, we will go back in time together during this guided tour. Let’s walk together through all the nooks and crannies of the City Island, passing by its sumptuous monuments !

Let’s first go back to medieval Paris, starting by strolling the old streets of the St Michel district. We’ll head for the René-Viviani square, which offers us a magnificent view of Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, highlight of the City Island…

After having observed the cathedral from all outside angles, if you feel like it, we’ll go and taste the best ice cream in Paris, which is located on the  Saint Louis Island.

Then, we will resume our visit on the City Island. You will discover the Conciergerie and its medieval towers, but also the Sainte Chapelle, jewel of the Gothic architecture. Then, we will head towards the Palais de Justice. We will discover together the charming Place Dauphine and finally the Pont Neuf, the oldest stone bridge in Paris.

Throughout the visit we will also talk about the myths and legends that inhabit the streets of the Ile de Cité. Such as the famous legend of the barber of Rue Chanoinesse… But let’s keep a little mystery for our visit together !

• This tour can be booked as a group or as a private tour.
• If you choose a private tour, you can choose to combine this guided tour with a visit to the Sainte Chapelle and/or the Conciergerie, but also with a visit to the Crypt of Notre Dame (which is located under the square of Notre Dame, and where we can admire the ruins of the ancient city of Paris called Lutetia).
• The visit takes place whatever the weather