Paris starts here The Tour for first-time visitors
Overview
This tour is so visual it feels like a movie set. And you are on that movie set yourself.
We go from the backstreets behind Notre Dame to the Louvre palace. We see the old island where Paris was born, Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie, the Pont Neuf bridge, and Old Louvre and New Louvre.
We also see hidden gems. The French Mint. The Palace of the Immortals. Kilometer Zero. and so on.
The guide answers all your questions because this tour is in a small group. Why is Paris so beautiful? How was it born? Why is Notre Dame so important to the rest of the world ? and so on.
There are countless opportunities for photos. Your guide is a true Parisian, s/he shares tips, answers all questions, etc.
This tour is for first-time visitors to Paris and for seasoned Parisians who want to better understand the City of Light. If you love Paris, join us!
We walk rain or shine. Small groups. In English. Your guide is in a pink vest.
What's Included
- To see all this in two hours, we do not go inside every monument.
- English-only tour
- Walk around the most major monuments of Paris with your local guide.
- We do not go inside the landmarks
Meeting Location
Île de la Cité
75004 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
99 Rue de Rivoli
75001 Paris, France
What To Expect
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sainte-Chapelle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palais de Justice de Paris
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Conciergerie
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pont Neuf
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pont des Arts
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pyramide Du Louvre
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Louvre Museum
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Activity code: C-5746P59
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