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Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)

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Paris, France
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enter the very heart of Paris on this tip based walking tour of the city center.

What better way to fulfill your Paris dream than getting the best views of the city whilst your tour guide reveals how the landmarks you see set the stage for the city’s 2000-year history and its major characters like Napoléon Bonaparte and Gustave Eiffel!

On this quintessential Parisian tour, not only will you leave as an expert on the French Revolution and France's most important historical figures, but you will also gain insider knowledge of French culture and customs. Your tour guide will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of Paris from the Notre Dame Cathedral all the way to the Louvre, giving you stunning views of the Eiffel Tower & Paris’s top monuments along the Seine river.
Receive recommendations for authentic local restaurants and activities!
At the end of the tour you decide how much you want to tip your guide!

Join us for a tour you'll remember forever!

What's Included

  • Paris City Center Walking Tour
  • Expert Guide
  • Tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place Saint-Michel
75005 Paris, France

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End point

75001 Paris
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What To Expect

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Ile de la Cite

Start your tour at Ile de la Cité; the island where the Parisii tribe established temples more than 2000 years ago but then fell to the Roman Empire. This beautiful island is the real center and heart of Paris!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Your tour of Paris will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of the Notre-Dame Cathedral; from its construction in 1163, all the way to the 2019 fires. Learn about the French Revolution and Napoleon's coronation! (we don't enter the catherdral on the tour)
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontaine Saint-Michel

Discover the beautiful St. Michel fountain built during the grand reconstruction of Paris!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pont Saint-Michel

From this stunning bridge you will observe bullet holes from WW2 while your guide reveals why Paris was not destroyed during the war.
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place Dauphine

Walk through the breathtaking Place Dauphine! This charming square is one of the first projects built by the great Henri IV. The square is well known for its restaurants. A great location for a tranquil lunch after your tour!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Statue equestre d'Henri IV

Discover this beautiful equestrian statue of Henri IV while admiring beautiful views of the river Seine! Your guide will tell you all about the king's short but meaningful reign!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pont Neuf

The oldest bridge in Paris has stunning views and holds many secrets. Your guide will fascinate you with stories of the great Henry IV, (the king that finished the bridge in 1607), the tooth pullers of Paris and more!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Louvre Museum

Learn the true story about Leonardo Da Vinci and why the Mona Lisa is so famous! Meet Francis I, the king that built the very foundations of the Louvre as a fortress and a palace. Indulge yourself with stunning views of the glass pyramid while your guide brings all of its mysteries to light! ( we do not enter the museum on this tour)
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel

Built by Napoleon; the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel reflects Napoleon's ascension as master of Europe!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jardin des Tuileries

From tile factory to royal gardens; the Tuileries offer breathtaking statues, sculptures and fountains. Originally designed by the same lanscape artist of the gardens of Versailles to create a sense of mystique and majesticness!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Eiffel Tower

From the charming Tuileries gardens you will enjoy unbeatable views of the EIFFEL TOWER while your guide reveals how Gustave Eiffel pulled off its contruction in 1889!
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-394285P13

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What's Included

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  • Paris City Center Walking Tour
  • Expert Guide
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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