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DURATION 2.5 HOURS
TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
Overview
Become a true flâneur, French for someone who enjoys a good stroll, on this 2.5 hour private exclusive walking tour of central Paris. Expert guides will show you all of the highlights including a the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Tuileries Garden while ending on the world’s most famous avenue, the Champs Elysées. There will be time for a snack and restroom break during the walk.
Meeting points
Metro exit Cité (Line 4). Meet your guide outside of the exit of the metro station on the opposite side of the stairs next to Metro sign CITÉ
Once at the meeting point, you will start your tour by exploring ile de la cite, the oldest settlement in Paris. Once known as Lutetia, this former Roman city was the predecessor of present-day Paris, from which the city grew outwards.
10 minutes
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
From here, you will see the infamous Notre-Dame Cathedral – the most famous of the Gothic cathedrals of the Middle Ages, distinguished for its size, antiquity and architectural interest.
10 minutes
Palais de Justice de Paris
Located on the île de la Cité the Palais de Justice, once known as the Palais de la Cité contains some of the oldest surviving buildings such as:
10 minutes
Sainte-Chapelle
A gem of Gothic style, the St Chapelle was built in seven years. It was intended to house precious Christian relics, including Christ’s crown of thorns, acquired by Saint louis.
10 minutes
Conciergerie
The Conciergerie is the oldest remaining part of the Palais de la Cité, as well as at a time the most notorious prison in all of France. Over a thousand “enemies of the Revolution” were housed there, and famous figures like Marie Antoinette ended their lives there.
10 minutes
Fontaine Saint-Michel
You will then pass by the Saint-Michel fountain, a monumental fountain commissioned by Haussmann, under Napoleon III. It depicts the archangel Michael vanquishing the Devil, evoking thoughts of the battle between Good and Evil.
10 minutes
Place Dauphine
Afterwards, we will see Place Dauphine, a beautiful historic square, combining all the beauty and romance of Paris. Tucked away on the western tip of the île de la Cité, Place Dauphine was one of the first projects commissioned by Henri IV.
10 minutes
Pont Neuf
From here, we will walk to the bridge, Pont Neuf, which is considered to be the oldest stone bridge in Paris. Today Pont-Neuf is part of the banks of the Seine listed as a World Heritage site by Unesco.
10 minutes
Statue equestre d'Henri IV
In the middle of the bridge we will see the equestrian statue of King IV. Although the original statue dated from the 1600s, the one you will see today is a replica in its placed, as the original was destroyed during the French Revolution.
10 minutes
Pont des Arts
Before making our way to the Louvre we will see the Pont des Arts, a bridge which connects the Insitut de France and the Louvre. Built between 1801 and 1804, it was the first iron bridge in Paris.
10 minutes
Louvre Museum
We will then move towards the infamous Louvre Museum, the world’s most visited art museum with a collection that spans work from ancient civilizations to the mid-19th century. During this part of the tour, we will pass through the Cour Carrée, one of the main courtyards of the Louvre Palace and see the Louvre Pyramid, the museum’s main entrance, designed by Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei.
10 minutes
Domaine National du Palais-Royal
Created by the Cardinal Richelieu in 1633, the Palais Royal and its gardens, are just a short walk from the Louvre. The Palace housed royal families up until the Palace of Versailles was built. Here you will be able to enjoy the peaceful gardens surrounded by a fantastic futuristic architecture with contemporary sculptures.
10 minutes
Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
Leaving the Louvre behind us we will walk towards the Tuileries Gardens, passing through the Arc du Carrousel, a huge arc built to commemorate Napoleon’s military victories.
10 minutes
Jardin des Tuileries
We will then enter the Tuileries Gardens, the oldest Park in Paris, with a history that dates back to the 17th century.
10 minutes
The Tuileries Gardens Bookstore
During your stroll in the Tuileries Gardens, you will pass by the Gardens’ Bookshop, a quaint bookstore tucked away in a corner which contains a large collection of gardening and landscape design books, along with some garden themed gifts and cards.
10 minutes
Place de la Concorde
We will end our tour at Place de la Concord, a site originally known for having been an execution site during the French Revolution, and which marks the start of the Champs Elysée.
10 minutes
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
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Knowledgeable and Welcoming
Published on Jan, 2025
Hugo was passionate, knowledgeable and personable. His enthusiasm and ability to make the history of Paris approachable to amateurs is very impressive. Highly recommend this tour for a stepping stone into the history of Paris and a starting point for planning your stay.
Thank you Hugo!
Knowledgeable and Welcoming
Published on Jan, 2025
Hugo was passionate, knowledgeable and personable. His enthusiasm and ability to make the history of Paris approachable to amateurs is very impressive. Highly recommend this tour for a stepping stone into the history of Paris and a starting point for planning your stay.
Thank you Hugo!
Knowledgeable and Welcoming
Published on Jan, 2025
Hugo was passionate, knowledgeable and personable. His enthusiasm and ability to make the history of Paris approachable to amateurs is very impressive. Highly recommend this tour for a stepping stone into the history of Paris and a starting point for planning your stay.
Thank you Hugo!
Knowledgeable and Welcoming
Published on Jan, 2025
Hugo was passionate, knowledgeable and personable. His enthusiasm and ability to make the history of Paris approachable to amateurs is very impressive. Highly recommend this tour for a stepping stone into the history of Paris and a starting point for planning your stay.
Thank you Hugo!
Knowledgeable and Welcoming
Published on Jan, 2025
Hugo was passionate, knowledgeable and personable. His enthusiasm and ability to make the history of Paris approachable to amateurs is very impressive. Highly recommend this tour for a stepping stone into the history of Paris and a starting point for planning your stay.
Thank you Hugo!
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