The Champs-Elysées Self-Guided Audio Tour

Paris1 hour

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Description

Take a leisurely stroll along the Champs-Elysées, one of the world’s most famous avenues, on this self-guided walking tour. Starting at Place de la Concorde, you'll learn about its royal connections and revolutionary past. Along the way, enjoy a brief detour to the romantic Pont Alexandre III before continuing to the Arc de Triomphe. Highlights include statues of Charles de Gaulle, Winston Churchill, and mythical figures like Apollo and Pegasus. You’ll also pass the Petit and Grand Palais, luxury boutiques on Avenue Montaigne, and the hidden entrance to the Elysée Palace. Choose to shop or visit nearby sites at your own pace.

Tour Options

The Champs-Elysées Self-Guided Audio Tour

Itinerary

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Pass by Paris' largest square, steeped in history, where royal celebrations turned to revolutionary executions, including that of King Louis XVI. Admire the iconic Egyptian Obelisk, the city's oldest outdoor monument.

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Stroll the world-famous avenue, lined with luxury shops, cafes, and theaters. It's a symbol of Parisian grandeur, known as "the most beautiful avenue in the world."

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Pass this stunning Beaux-Arts exhibition hall, famous for its glass dome and cultural events. Entrance to the exhibitions is not included but worth considering for a later visit.

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Adjacent to the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais houses the Museum of Fine Arts. Its ornate facade and charming garden make for a perfect photo stop. Museum entrance not included.

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This elegant and photogenic bridge, adorned with sculptures of winged horses and nymphs, connects the Champs-Elysées area with the Invalides. A detour offers romantic views of the Seine.

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End your tour at this monumental arch, a tribute to Napoleonic victories and fallen soldiers. While entrance is not included, you can admire its grandeur and the eternal flame from ground level.

Highlights

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What's included

Included

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it

The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Smartphone and headphones

Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Food and drink

Transportation

Important Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions