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As you stroll past the Sainte-Geneviève Library, you're sure to notice the names engraved in stone. There are 810 of them! These aren't just random inscriptions; they're the authors of the library's very first books. As for the building, it's a fine... Read more

Just a few steps away from the Panthéon, you'll find the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont. It's a real eye-catcher, with its flamboyant Gothic style and unique bell tower. The present-day building dates back to the 16th century, but its history goes back... Read more

You're now strolling past the Place de la Contrescarpe, a spot made famous by the singer Jacques Brel, towards Mouffetard Street. This street follows an ancient Roman road that linked Paris to Italy via Lyon. It ran along... Read more

As we've mentioned before, we're in the oldest part of Paris. The Lutetia Arena before you is a prime example. Imagine yourself back in the 2nd century, joining 17,000 others to watch a fight or a show in this arena at the heart of Lutetia. Read more

The massive glass building before you is the Arab World Institute. It's more than just a museum; it's a multicultural hub celebrating Arab civilization. Inside, you'll find world-class permanent exhibitions and a fascinating library. Read more

You're now standing on the Port de la Tournelle, the Tournelle Harbour, below the quays of the same name. The name "Tournelle" comes from an old fortified tower that was part of Philip Augustus's fortifications. Back in the day, there... Read more

A leisurely stroll along the Seine is a must for any visitor to Paris. From here, you have a stunning view of the Île de la Cité. If you haven't already, be sure to check out our Louvre itinerary, which takes you across the island to iconic sights... Read more

We're now strolling past the Church of Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, aka Saint Julian the Poor. It’s one of the oldest churches in Paris! It was built in 1165 on the ruins of an even older church destroyed by the Normans in the 9th century. Read more

This little pedestrian street leading to Saint-Michel Square is as quaint as it gets! It has long been one of the most beautiful streets on the Left Bank, and was named Huchette after the store that stood at number 1 back in 1284, "La Huchette d'Or." Read more

Imagine yourself back in time, for then, you'd be standing within the ancient city walls, near the Saint-Michel Gate, which stood a little further south, marking one of the entrances to the medieval city. Paris was much smaller back then, its center nestled... Read more

You're strolling down a street steeped in history. Many others have taken this path before you over the centuries. Saint-André des Arts Street existed even in Roman times, under a different name. In 1211, it was named after the Church of Saint-André. Read more

The ruins of the Cluny Thermal Baths, which you can see right here, in the center of town, date back to the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. In Roman times, they covered some 6,000 m². Today, this is all that's left, yet still, these are the best-preserved... Read more

You're now strolling past the Saint-André Commerce Courtyard and the Café Procope. This passageway was built along the line of the ancient ramparts constructed by Philippe Auguste, one of the seven walls that have protected the city over the centuries. Read more

We're now standing at the corner of a massive building that takes up the whole block. This is the new Sorbonne University building, constructed by architect Henri Paul Nénot in the late 19th century. But the history of Sorbonne University goes much further back. Read more

The Odéon Theater, located at the end of Racine Street, was founded in 1782 as the Théâtre Français to house the Comédie Française theatre company. The venue opened its doors on April 9 in the presence of Marie Antoinette, and saw the triumphant... Read more