Jewish History Tour of Le Marais
Description
For over 15 years, Karen's Jewish walking tour of Paris has become something of a legend. More than just a stroll through the city, this tour is a lively, engaging journey through history, culture, and the hidden stories that make Paris come alive. Karen has built strong, lasting relationships in the local community, allowing her to share insights and access you won’t find in a guidebook. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious traveler, or someone looking to connect and/or understand in a deeper way the Jewish heritage in Paris, this tour promises unforgettable moments, laughter, and a genuine sense of connection with both the city and its people. You'll also get to stop by the famous L’As du Fallafel for a VIP lunch (not included in the tour price; approx. €15 - €25 per person) A one-of-a-kind kind of tour!
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Itinerary
The whole tour takes place in le Marais, the main Jewish neighborhood in Paris but also one of the oldest part of Paris. Le Marais – The heart of Jewish life in Paris Place des Vosges – One of the most beautiful squares in the city Hôtel de Sully – A stunning 17th-century mansion (exterior) Famous Synagogue by Hector Guimard (exterior) – A masterpiece of Art Nouveau architecture Sit-down history break inside one of the oldest synagogues in Paris (except in rare cases of increased neighborhood security) Musée Carnavalet (exterior) – The museum of Paris history VIP lunch stop at the famous L’As du Fallafel (not included in the tour price; approx. €15 - €25 per person) SHOAH Holocaust Memorial & Museum – A deeply moving experience. The tour ends here, where you’ll hear incredible stories before having the option to explore the museum on your own.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(21)
We loved Karen's Jewish walking tour of Le Marais. The tour was insightful, informative, and enjoyable. Karen expertly provided historical context, and with her great sense of humor, created a truly memorable experience. Highlights of the tour included vivid examples of Jewish history and a visit to one of the oldest synagogues in Paris. Lunch at L'As du Fallafel was fantastic. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Thank you so much Marc for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed Karen’s tour and appreciated both her historical insights and legendary sense of humor. Thank you again for joining us and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon.
Karen was so knowledgeable, friendly, funny and personal. Her presentation was relaxed and factual. She knew so many local people and got us into a special restaurant without us waiting on line. Her organization was perfect
Thank you so much for such a detailed report of your tour. Karen will be glad to read it.
Love to share our experience from today’s Marais history tour with Sight Seekers Paris. Our guide Karen was absolutely amazing—knowledgeable, funny, and incredibly attentive. The way she structured the tour made us forget our fatigue, as we were completely absorbed in the stories she told, each one leaving a lasting impression. Although the tour was scheduled for 3.5 hours, she generously spent nearly 5 hours with us, and the time just flew by.
Dear Galina! Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your tour with Karen. Her storytelling and enthusiasm truly make the history of Le Marais come alive, and we’re so glad you had such an engaging experience. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in Paris! A bientôt!
It was an extremely informative and enjoyable tour. Thomas was super knowledgeable. I would highly recommend.
Wonderful guide. Great experience. Karen is fun, engaging, knowledgeable and fun to spend time with.
Thank you very much for your comment! That knowledge is now yours to pass around. You are welcome back anytime.
We really appreciated Karen’s warmth and humor while learning so much about Marais Jewish history. We hope to book more tours from her company next time we are in Paris.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed Karen’s warmth and especially her sense of humor, which makes the experience even more memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back to Paris!
Our guide Karen was the best! She was extremely knowledgeable about the area and tits history. Meeting her felt like we had known her for years. Highly recommend this tour! Small and intimate.
Thank you so very much for your comment! Merci beaucoup! We are glad you had a great time with Karen. We hope to see you again one day.
We really enjoyed our Jewish tour of the Marais with Emma and learned a lot about the area and the history of Jewish people in France. Emma was very friendly and knowledgeable and made the tour fun and educational for our family of three on the tour. We also enjoyed meeting the two other families on the tour. Lunch was a lot of fun at Las du Falafel! I highly recommend this tour to better appreciate a great neighborhood in Paris.
Karen our tour guide was excellent. She is so knowledgable about Jewish history, customs, and Paris. She is funny, and entertaining. The tour also included a stop for lunch at the best felafel place in Paris.
Karen has read over 900 books on the history of Paris; this plus her theatre training make her incredibly fact-filled yet emotional tour a don't-miss opportunity to explore the Marais. Her excitement for the topic oozes out of every sentence on her tour; despite over 15 years of experience giving this presentation, she makes it fresh and relevant. The walk included numerous stops to sit and catch our breath -- great for the older members of the group -- while the conversation continued so that we were absorbing info and ambiance throughout. We will be back to enjoy other Sight Seekers Paris tours on our next visit to this city!
Thank you so much for this amazing review of my Jewish tour of Paris!! I guess my mom was right when she told me I'd make a great guide!! I'm always thrilled that it still seems fresh for my new clients because seeing the look in your eyes when I'm explaining the difficult past is never easy but so important.. Thanks so much and please come back soon!!! Karen
