Why people love visiting artsy Île-de-France
Take a vacation to Île-de-France and enjoy the area's museums, architecture and monuments. Travelers to this cosmopolitan city praise the cafes, shopping and local tours. Local cultural sights include Louvre Museum and Palais Garnier. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Île-de-France
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that Île-de-France has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Disneyland® Paris (19.4 mi / 31.2 km)
- Parc Astérix (21.7 mi / 34.8 km)
- Paris Zoological Park (3.5 mi / 5.7 km)
- Aquaboulevard (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
- Jardin d'Acclimatation (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- Hippodrome de Vincennes (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Île-de-France
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, Île-de-France is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Luxembourg Gardens (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Île de la Cité (0.2 mi / 0.2 km)
- Île Saint-Louis (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Luxembourg Palace (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Jardin des Plantes (1 mi / 1.5 km)
- Tuileries Garden (1.2 mi / 1.9 km)
Traveling to and around Île-de-France
The nearest airport is in Paris Orly Airport (ORY), located 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which is 14.3 mi (23.1 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Châtelet-Les Halles Station, Paris Austerlitz Automates Station and Paris-Austerlitz Station are the main stations that serve the city. It's easy to get around Île-de-France by jumping on the metro at Cite Station, Hôtel de Ville Metro Station or Chatelet Station.