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History Of Paris & City Center Walking Tour - 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 brings those words to life. Join this 2.5-hour private tour through the center of Paris with one of our expert guides. Begin with the newly restored Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, with an unguided interior visit due to regulations, before exploring Île de la Cité, the historic heart and birthplace of the city. Cross the iconic Pont Neuf, Paris’s oldest bridge, and enjoy a walk along the River Seine as your guide points out the landmarks lining its banks. Continue through the Louvre courtyards and the elegant Jardin des Tuileries, admiring their manicured flower beds. The tour then reveals the dramatic history of Place de la Concorde, infamous for the guillotine executions of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution. Along the way, hear captivating stories of Napoleon Bonaparte, Louis XIV, and Henri IV, while discovering insider tips about Paris’s hidden gems. By the end of the tour, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the city’s history and the confidence to continue exploring on your own. 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
- Learn the fascinating and oftentimes surprising stories of players like Napoleon Bonaparte
- See the Notre Dame Cathedral (outside) and stroll the symmetric gardens of the Tuileries
- See Notre Dame Cathedral, Saint Michel Fountain, Pont Neuf, Louvre Museum, Tuileries Gardens
- See Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysées, View of Arc de Triomphe, and View of Eiffel Tower
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
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Sightseeing at Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Sightseeing at Pont Neuf.
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Sightseeing at Tuileries Garden.
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Sightseeing at Place de la Concorde.
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Sightseeing at Eiffel Tower.
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Sightseeing at Arc de Triomphe.
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Sightseeing at Champs-Elysees.
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Sightseeing at Fontaine Saint-Michel.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Private walking tour Professional tour guide Duration of 2.5 hours Tour runs rain or shine
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. Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level. No large bags or suitcases; the tour involves 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
2023-09-29
5.00 / 5
This was our first trip to Paris and we wanted to start where it all started. Tamari was our guide and met us near Notre Dame. We did a slow walk through the historic city center and ended up on the west side of the Louvre. She did an excellent job of not only sharing the history but of also painting a verbal picture of those times so that we could step in and actually feel it. She is an artist and a writer and viewing the city and its history through her lens made this a very special experience. Highly recommended.
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