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14 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to See in Paris (Updated 2025)

"Near Notre Dame Cathedral, I found the simple brass star set into the sidewalk that marks the official center of Paris to be a fun, short stop—people toss coins and make wishes on it, and some stand on the star and kiss, believing their love will last forever." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/off-the-beaten-path-paris/

Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France Get directions

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