Why start at Châtelet?
Start at Châtelet for the Gothic Tour Saint-Jacques and its square, then continue to the Seine. The station joins Lines 1, 4, 7, 11 and 14; Châtelet–Les Halles is the connected RER station, not the same platform.
Tour Saint-Jacques
The surviving tower of Saint-Jacques-de-la-Boucherie stands in its own square. Look from outside: the tower is currently closed to visits.
Square de la Tour Saint-Jacques
A compact green pause where you can regroup before walking toward the Seine or Hôtel de Ville.
La Samaritaine
A department store near Pont Neuf, known for its restored Art Nouveau architecture. Treat shopping as optional, not the reason for the whole walk.
Conciergerie
A riverside medieval palace and Revolutionary prison that anchors the route toward Île de la Cité.
Practical tip: Follow signs for Exit 11, Rue de Rivoli, for the Tour Saint-Jacques area. Check station signs for temporary access changes.
The first three places are free. The 7-day Pass unlocks the remaining place details; transport and attraction admission are separate.
Check before you go: the Tour Saint-Jacques is closed to visits, and the Centre Pompidou building is closed for renovation. Their surroundings are not the same as an indoor visit.
Sources: RATP station exits, Paris: Tour Saint-Jacques, Centre Pompidou works. Advice checked on 24 October 2026; check again for your travel day.
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