Paris - Historic City Center Walking Tour
Description
Enter the very heart of Paris on this walking tour of the city center. Fulfill your Paris dream by getting the best views of the city whilst your Certified 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 the 19th century reconstruction of Paris, but you will also gain insider knowledge of French culture and customs. Your tour of Paris will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Louvre and giving you stunning views of Paris’s top monuments along the Seine River. Receive recommendations for authentic local restaurants and activities! Join us for a tour you'll remember forever!
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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!
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!
Discover the beautiful St. Michel fountain built during the grand reconstruction of Paris!
From this stunning bridge you will observe bullet holes from WW2 while your guide reveals why Paris was not destroyed during the war.
Walk inside 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!
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!
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!
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)
Built by Napoleon; the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel reflects Napoleon's ascension as master of Europe!
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!
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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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(135)
Alberto was a really engaging guide and held the group together well. His knowledge and storytelling was very appreciated, so much that we booked for the following day. Gentle pace, pretty flat walk well worth doing.
Alberto was a good story teller. He spoke with a clear and engaging voice. We appreciated the historical facts for all the places we stopped.
The tour was amazing, Alberto was both knowledgeable and entertaining. We loved it and would highly recommend it to others!
Alberto was knowledgeable and passionate about his city. He made the whole experience engaging and the historical content not dry at all. At every stop he ensured everyone was present and could hear and see him. We weren't rushed at all and were happy to hear more interesting stories. I would recommend the walking tour, especially with Alberto, it is a great idea to pay after the tour in the form of a tip, therefore you can pay what you're happy with having experienced the tour, I was personally happy to pay the top end of my budget and it was so good.
The tour was amaizing, Alberto knew a lot about the City and it's history. For sure when I come back will try to do a different tour with him!
Alberto is not only a great story teller, he also has the most interesting stories with just the right amount of detail and humour in them. The whole experience was fascinating!
Alberta was a fantastic tour guide who provided a wonderful passionate experience that we learned so much. A truly amazing experience
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The tour led by Alberto was second to none…the best we’ve ever had in any city. His knowledge of the history of Paris is unlimited. You’ll learn the history of every major landmark, he’ll tell you which bars and restaurants to visit, and tell you all about the various sections of Paris to visit on foot. If you want a tour of Paris, there’s none better than this one.
Daniel (with Stellar Tours) was knowledgeable, kind, humorous and generous with his time. We were able to customize our experience as we went, ask questions and truly take our time while avoiding the worst of the lines. Need to use the restroom? There’s even a “secret” location he directed us to so as to avoid the crowd! We loved our time at the Louvre and would highly recommend a tour with Daniel! A++
