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Pont Neuf

★ 4.6 (22,767)Free

Despite its name meaning 'New Bridge,' Pont Neuf is the oldest surviving bridge across the Seine in Paris. It connects the Île de la Cité to both banks of the river and offers views along the water, especially scenic when illuminated at night. The bridge occasionally hosts temporary art installations and is a popular starting point for Seine river cruises.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Despite its name meaning 'New Bridge,' it's actually the oldest surviving bridge across the Seine in Paris.
  • 2It has hosted temporary art installations, including an artificial iceberg display by artist JR.
  • 3It's a popular departure point for Seine river cruises.

💡 Good to know

  • 1Visit around dusk to see the bridge lights turn on and catch a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower from the bridge
  • 2if a temporary art installation is on, allow extra time to explore it.

⏱️ Typical visit

15 min

🕰️ Best time

early evening or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

75001 Paris, France · Île de la CitéGoogleApple
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Hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"Amazing art on the historic bridge! I walked across Pont Neuf during the temporary iceberg installation by the artist JR. It was absolutely brilliant! The idea of creating such a massive artistic display on a historic bridge is truly unique and so typical of Paris. It looked incredibly cool and stylish. I love how the city constantly blends history with modern creativity!"

— Ann