Central Paris Highlights Walking Tour
Description
This 2.5-hour free walking tour of Paris showcases the city's top attractions, guided by local experts. Starting at the Saint Michel Fountain and concluding at Pont des Arts, this tour includes iconic landmarks like Notre Dame de Paris, the Louvre, and the magnificent Sainte Chapelle. It's an excellent way to get oriented in the city, suitable for all budgets, and runs in any weather. As you walk through Paris, you'll encounter major landmarks and stunning views along the River Seine. The tour passes through Place Saint Michel, over Pont Neuf, and leads you to the Louvre. With your camera ready, you'll capture the essence of Parisian charm, reminiscent of famous films and literature. More than just sightseeing, the tour offers captivating stories about Paris's rich history. The knowledgeable guides will share tales of Napoleon's empire, the French Revolution, and the Nazi occupation, making the City of Love come alive with fascinating historical anecdotes.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Walk through the iconic Rue de la Huchette
Enjoy one of the most stunning views over the iconic Cathedral of Paris
Walk through the oldest bridge on the river Seine.
Walk through the "Lover's bridge", hear how and why its railing lost its padlocks, and see the iconic building of the French Academy
See the most iconic museum of Paris (if not on earth) and it's magnificent pyramid.
End your tour at le Jardin des Tuileries, an ideal location to keep exploring the city of lights.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(53)
Inés was a wonderful guide and made our tour a lot of fun. She had great historical facts and information about current events. Her jokes and demeanor kept us laughing throughout the tour. Highly recommend the free walking tour through Sandemans with Inés!
Ezra was a fantastic guide being entertaining and informative in equal measure. The anecdotal stories brought Paris’ colourful and dramatic history to life!
Innes was fantastic. She was engaging and memorable. I learned a lot but it was still fun. She did a great job keeping our daughter in the mix. The tour itself is great and gives you a good history of a few major points in Paris but having a guide that brings it to life is really what makes a walking tour great. She was a wonderful guide.
Thank you for joining us in discovering Paris!✨ We completely agree that a great walking tour is not only about the places you visit, but also about the stories and connections created along the way. We’re delighted that Innes made the history of Paris enjoyable and helped your family feel part of the experience. Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
We joined the Free City Tour with Keara, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. She was engaging, charming, and genuinely funny, and managed to bring the city’s history and stories to life in such an enjoyable way. Keara shared a lot of fascinating information without ever making it feel overwhelming, and her lively storytelling kept everyone interested — including my teenage daughter, who usually doesn’t enjoy tours at all. The tour was fun, informative, and full of great energy. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable and well‑guided experience.
What a joy to read—thank you! It means so much to hear that Keara's stories and energy made such an impression. We hope the rest of your time in the city was just as memorable, and thanks again for spending part of it with us. Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
Chris ... is a very good guide. Funny and very information. The pace is just right. Would highly recommend.
It’s always great to hear when a guest has had such a positive experience with one of our guides. We’re happy that Chris was able to share his knowledge while keeping things fun and engaging along the way. Finding the right balance between information and entertainment is something our guides care about, so it’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed it. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again someday! Warm regards, Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
This tour was good. The guide spoke about the architecture of the buildings and pointed out key things His passion and information on the history of Paris and the buildings was great. He was funny and I enjoyed the tour. He was happy to answer all questions and give recommendations in the city for restaurants, sights, transport etc
Sounds like you had a lovely time discovering Paris with your guide! We’re so happy to hear that his stories about the buildings, history, and architecture brought the city to life for you. A good guide is not only there to share knowledge but also to help guests make the most of their time in the city, so we’re glad his tips and recommendations were useful. Thanks for sharing your experience, and we hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
Keara was a great host! She was incredibly knowledgeable, very enthusiastic and a great tour guide. She allowed for questions knew all the answers and made the tour fun.
Hearing such kind words about Keara truly makes us smile! We’re so glad she was able to share her knowledge while keeping the tour fun, engaging, and interactive. Making guests feel comfortable asking questions is such an important part of the experience, and it’s wonderful to know she helped make your time with us memorable. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
It’s very good to begin with your trip to Paris. The tour guide was very friendly and kind, and the highlights were great
What a lovely way to begin your Paris adventure! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the highlights and had a good start to your time in the city. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope you continue making wonderful memories in Paris! Warm regards, Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
This tour was full of interesting history, stories, ant facts about present day Paris. We took it our first day and it was a great introduction to the city. Our guide was new to this tour format but did a great job. We were grateful that he has a mic so we could hear him well.
It’s lovely to know that our tour helped you get a feel for Paris at the start of your trip and we’re happy he was able to share the city with you in such a clear and enjoyable way. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, and enjoy the rest of your Paris adventure! Warm regards, Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
I booked with Sandemans because in other cities they have a limit of 15 people per group, not in Paris. Group grew to around 30 people which is way too many. Apparently this is normal. You are probably better to choose one of the paid for tours with a limit in people.
Dear Sveltedi, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry you decided not to join the tour, as we believe you missed out on a truly memorable experience. Our Paris tours consistently receive excellent reviews thanks to our passionate, knowledgeable guides, who bring the city's history and culture to life in an engaging and entertaining way. Our free public tours are designed to be a social experience where travelers from all over the world can meet, explore the city together, and share the journey. Many of our guests actually enjoy the lively atmosphere that comes with a larger group. For this reason, our public tours in Paris are not advertised as small-group tours, and the maximum group size is up to 30 participants per guide. Unlike cities such as Amsterdam, where local regulations limit group sizes, Paris has no such restrictions. Larger groups are common on free walking tours here, and our guides are professionally trained to manage them, ensuring everyone can hear, follow along, and enjoy the experience. If you were looking for a more intimate tour with a guaranteed smaller group, we also offer private tours for an additional fee. We truly hope you'll give us another opportunity in the future, as we're confident you would enjoy the experience that so many of our guests leave Paris talking about. Ewelina SANDEMANs Team
