Île de la Cité – A Lovely Spot for a Picnic

As the weather becomes warmer and the flowers start blooming, Parisians and tourists alike start looking to partake in a very typical “Paris” activity – the picnic. While the city is gorgeous and there is no shortage of desirable picnic spots, my favorite place to go is the very tip of the Île de la Cité, smack dab in the center of Paris, in the middle of the Seine.

To access the island, take the metro to the Pont Neuf stop (line 7) and walk mid-way across the bridge. Follow the signs to the “Vedettes du Pont Neuf,” a tour boat company that dock on the island. Continue down the stairs and to the tip of the island, and you’ll be treated to some of the most fabulous views of Paris. Wave to the tourists on the boats that pass by – you’ll make their day.

The Île de la Cité is a great place to relax, watch the sun set, and enjoy a beautiful Paris day. Bring a baguette, some fancy French cheese and a bottle of wine, and you’ve got yourself the perfect Paris evening.

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Île de la Cité | Relaxing | Free
Pont Neuf and La Seine | Louvre/Les Halles
24 hours daily