Paris Ghost Tour: Haunted Legends, Notre Dame & Dark Secrets
Description
Step into the darker side of Paris on a guided evening walking tour, where you’ll uncover chilling legends and haunting tales that still linger in the “City of Lights.” Join a shared group or select a private experience tailored to you. Begin at a notorious site of public executions and hear grisly stories of punishments dealt to criminals and innocents alike. Delve into paranormal history and learn of restless apparitions—like the ghostly poet in a shadowy theater or the phantom victim of a fire at the Opera House. Encounter sinister stone figures at Notre Dame Cathedral while your guide explains their cryptic symbols. Conclude with the legend of one of Paris’s most cursed places and a vampire tale to leave you spellbound
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Itinerary
We will meet at Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois. Please head to the church entrance outside the gates and look out for your tour guide holding a green “Side Routes” sign.
This Gothic church is infamous for its alleged role in the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre. Legend claims its bell tower sounded the deadly signal that unleashed the massacre across Paris in 1572.
Paris’s oldest standing bridge, once filled with criminals, performers, and eerie stories from the city’s darker past.
A former royal palace turned prison during the French Revolution, where thousands awaited execution, including Marie Antoinette.
Located in one of Paris’s oldest districts, this area carries haunting stories connected to executions, disappearances, and dark medieval legends.
This isolated Gothic tower is linked to tales of alchemy, Nicolas Flamel, and mysterious sightings that fueled centuries of supernatural rumors.
A narrow medieval street associated with the horrifying legend of the murderous barber and pie maker who allegedly served human meat to unsuspecting customers.
Hidden beside Notre Dame, this quiet historic street is filled with old Parisian folklore, ghost stories, and lingering tales from medieval Paris.
The tour concludes at the iconic cathedral, home to the legendary “Devil’s Doors” and centuries of myths surrounding curses, gargoyles, and dark bargains.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(48)
Romanne was amazing! So many interesting stories and insights into Paris’s dark past! And easy walk and great conversation!
I had an excellent moments with Sara during the tour. I enjoyed all the stories passionately shared by her . It was a memorable experience that I would highly recommend to others.
I enjoyed this trip, especially with the company of my dear tour guide, Sara. She was very kind, knowledgeable, and pleasant. She was great. Thank you
We had an outstanding experience exploring Paris with Sara. Her deep knowledge, enthusiasm, and attention to detail made every stop interesting and memorable. The pace was perfect, her recommendations were excellent, and we felt like we were discovering Paris with a local friend. Sara was friendly, professional, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of Paris. We would absolutely book again and highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Paris.
Sara was fantastic! I really enjoyed the stories and legends she shared, especially those about the French poets and writers connected to the city. The tour was engaging, memorable, and easy to recommend. Thank you, Sara! 😊
Our guide Sara was fantastic. She brought so much energy to the tour- it was infectious. Even as a person who is regularly in Paris, this tour brought new stories and was equally as interesting for me as an adult and for me pre-teen daughter. Highly, highly recommend the tour, especially with Sara.
Sara is a very passionate guide and told us some interesting stories! Even though it was very very hot she made sure that everyone could follow the walking pace. The tour was not too long or too short, but the group was a little large so Sara had to raise her voice a lot, which sounded pretty tiring for her!! I think this tour is suitable for most people, just maybe not very young children or super squeamish people. It's probably even better in the winter, when it's dark.
We had a nice tour with Sara who was very enthusiastic and kind!
Great tour, nice guide. She really took care of us and had great stories. Nice walk around the city
Sara was amazing!!! So bubbly and kind and such a good storyteller
