Île Saint-Louis

The Ile Saint Louis is the 2nd largest island in the Seine, Paris. The medieval capital was concentrated here and the island was saved by the work of Baron Haussmann, in the ninth century. It is my favorite place to wander around at night, when the silhouettes of the buildings look fantastic and it's like taking a trip through time.

When you cross the bridge from La Cite, you arrive at Île Saint-Louis. It's like entering another world completely apart from the bustle of Notre Dame and its surroundings. You can spend some time exploring the quiet streets where the only sound is that of your footsteps. The only blip in the tranquility is the popular Bertillion ice cream shop, which is worth a visit.