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History of Paris & City Center Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Thomas Jefferson once said, “A walk about Paris will provide lessons in history, beauty, and in the point of life,” and this tour embraces that spirit. On this 2.5-hour small-group guided walking tour through the heart of Paris, you will begin with the newly restored Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, with an unguided interior visit due to regulations. You will then explore Île de la Cité, the historic birthplace of Paris. Crossing the iconic Pont Neuf, you will stroll along the River Seine while your guide highlights the landmarks lining its banks. The route continues through the Louvre courtyards and the elegant Jardin des Tuileries, before uncovering the dramatic revolutionary history of Place de la Concorde. Throughout the walk, stories of figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte, Louis XIV, and Henri IV bring the city’s past to life, while insider tips help you continue exploring Paris independently. The duplicate start times represent the number of private groups available on the day. Please select any time slot to book.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- This tour offers you a comprehensive overview of Paris
- An excellent choice for a first time visitors
- See Notre Dame Cathedral (outside), Saint Michel Fountain, Pont Neuf, Tuileries Gardens
- See Champs Elysées, View of Arc de Triomphe, and View of Eiffel Tower
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Paris
Sightseeing at Notre-Dame de Paris.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Eiffel Tower.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Fontaine Saint-Michel.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Pont Neuf.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Tuileries Garden.
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Sightseeing at Place de la Concorde.
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Sightseeing at Arc de Triomphe.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Semi-private walking tour Group size limited to a maximum of 12 guests Professional tour guide Duration of 2.5 hours Tour runs rain or shine Tour conducted in English
Not Included
Hotel pickup or drop off Gratuities
What to Bring
Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Comfortable walking shoes
Restrictions
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. No large bags or suitcases; the tour includes outdoor stairs and uneven pathways.
Meeting & Pickup
At 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. If you are coming by car: 1 Rue de Lutèce, 75004 Paris, France. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2026-06-11
5.00 / 5
Thomas was a wonderful guide: he was extremely well informed and knowledgeable about France during WWII. His love for the subject was evident from the study and research he has conducted, and he was friendly and helpful as well. He peppered his history tour with interesting details about the city and has an expansive knowledge of not only the French Resistance but Parisienne history in general. I would strongly recommend this tour (with Thomas as your guide)!
2025-06-29
5.00 / 5
Augustina was the perfect guide! Loved every minute of our tour.
2025-06-27
5.00 / 5
We had a great time.
2024-09-22
5.00 / 5
Very informative and pleasant tour. Kotryna was awesome!!!
2024-09-17
5.00 / 5
This was a fantastic tour. Our guide Francois was more than memorable and he was knowledgable and very open to questions. We LOVED it. Thanks to Francois! Highly recommend
2024-04-10
5.00 / 5
The tour and guide were excellent.
2023-08-05
5.00 / 5
The tour was very informative. Our guide was very knowledgeable and interacted well with our group.
2023-01-09
5.00 / 5
Florent was an excellent guide. We got to see a lot of the highlights of Paris, so it was a perfect activity for our first day. Florent was fun and engaging, and he gave us a few tips for the rest of our visit.
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