The square is also enclosed on all three sides by rows of beautiful buildings, whose original façades have been preserved. Place Dauphine by / Couple enjoying at Au Vieux Paris d’Arcole by triangle-shaped square is covered by a canopy of chestnut trees making it breezy and shaded. It was built by Henry IV in 1609 for his son Louis XIII, and the name comes from the title ‘Dauphin de France’, which referred to the heir to the throne. Place Dauphine has been unofficially touted as the prettiest square by many a visitor and Parisians alike (including yours truly). Marché aux fleurs Reine-Elizabeth II by Leah Kelley Pont Neuf by / Sainte-Chapelle by Place Dauphine The market remains open on all days of the week, with Monday through Saturday being dedicated to flowers, while the bird market takes place on Sundays. It combines the rustic charm of a flower market with the richness of French history and tradition. In this historic market, you are greeted with a maze of flowers beneath antique wrought iron pavilions with a glass roof. Originally called, ‘ Le marché aux fleurs et aux oiseaux’ (flower and bird market) the Marché has been around since the early 1800s. If you love flowers and are a fan of Parisian florists, who are an institution onto themselves, this place will leave you spellbound. Au vieux Paris d’Arcole by / Île de la Cité by Sophie Nadeau Marché aux fleurs Reine-Elizabeth II The interiors here are also as stunning as the exterior. The café’s splendid terrace, dotted with purple tables under the wisteria vines make it an ideal stop for coffee or a glass of wine. It is a sight not to be missed if you are lucky enough to be in Paris then.
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The wisteria vines are in full bloom during spring. This café is housed in a building that was constructed in 1512! This is one of the most iconic cafés in Paris, with its wisteria laden façade making it memorable and inviting. Here are some cool spots not to be missed: Au vieux Paris d’Arcole My favourite thing about Île de la Cité is that one can always find pockets of quiet serenity here, even if the surrounding areas are bustling with tourists.
The Seine provides the dramatic background for incredible views, especially during sunset. There are picture-perfect corners that hold many a story of Paris’s first kings, star-crossed lovers and in one instance, a killer barber. Apart from history and architecture, the island has some of the most beautiful and Instagrammable cafés. It was the home of French rulers until the 12th century, when they moved to the Louvre Palace.
King Clovis I first established his palace here back in 508 A.D. But Île de la Cité has many more secret corners worth exploring. The island lies on the mandatory Paris visitor’s roadmap near Notre-Dame de Paris and Sainte-Chapelle. It is quintessentially Parisian in vibe with an undeniably quaint charm and an air of mystery. Top: Place Dauphine by / A woman visits Marché aux fleurs Reine-Elizabeth II by A lady and her bike in Place Dauphine by / Relaxing by the Seine by de la Cité is a tiny island situated in the historical center of Paris, with Saint-Germain-des-Près to the west and the Marais to the east.
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