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Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $90 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Local Tours Expert
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the Place Saint-Germain des près near the Saint-Germain Church. Your guide will have an orange baseball cap.
Description
Most travelers think they’ve seen Paris after visiting the Eiffel Tower and main boulevards. But what if I told you the city’s true magic hides in its quiet streets, hidden corners, and stories only a local can share? Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the history and details that give Paris its unique character. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while the city’s real soul stays just out of reach. Our Walking Tour in Paris changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover Paris beyond the surface, like a local.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:45 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:45 PM, and 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $90
- Infant (ages 0–11)
- $35
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Place Saint Germain Des Pres
Visit one of the oldest areas in Paris, built around a 6th-century abbey that became a center of intellectual and literary life in the 20th century.
Rue Bonaparte
Walk along a street on the Left Bank that runs from the Seine to the Jardin du Luxembourg and was named after Napoleon Bonaparte.
Rue Jacob
Discover a 17th-century street in the 6th arrondissement that connects Rue des Saints-Pères to Rue de Seine and was named after a former Jacobin convent nearby.
Follow a street in the 6th arrondissement that links Boulevard Saint-Germain to the Seine and has housed art galleries since the 19th century.
Explore a street in the 6th arrondissement that dates back to the 12th century and was named after Simon de Buci, a former president of the Paris Parliament.
Cour du Commerce Saint Andre
Enter a passage opened in 1735 where the printing press of Jean-Paul Marat once stood and where the restaurant Le Procope has operated since 1686.
Boulevard Saint-Germain
Cross a major boulevard opened in the 19th century under Georges-Eugène Haussmann that stretches about 3.5 kilometers across the Left Bank.
Walk along a street created in the 19th century during Haussmann’s renovation of Paris and named after Georges Danton, a leading figure of the French Revolution.
Place Saint Andre des Arts
Stand on a square laid out in the 19th century near Boulevard Saint-Germain, close to the former site of the medieval city wall of Paris.
Fontaine Saint-Michel
See a fountain built in 1860–1861 featuring a statue of Archangel Michael defeating the devil, located at the southern end of Boulevard Saint-Michel.
Rue de la Huchette
Walk along a medieval street in the Latin Quarter that connects Place Saint-Michel to Rue Saint-Séverin and has hosted theaters since the 19th century.
Eglise Saint-Severin
Visit a church built between the 13th and 16th centuries that survived the French Revolution and contains Gothic architecture with 15th-century stained glass windows.
What's included
Included
2-hour guided walking tour
Professional tour guide
Not included
Gratuities (optional)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
18 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Starting price $90 is 12% below the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,627 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $90 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:45 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:45 PM, and 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide at the Place Saint-Germain des près near the Saint-Germain Church. Your guide will have an orange baseball cap. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Local Tours Expert.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
E
Fantastic tour!
This was a great tour of the Jewish district in le Marais, and Montmartre. In Montmartre we stopped at the art school where Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and others painted and spent some time in front of the Sacre Coeur hearing some interesting stories. We recommend this tour.
S
Every memorable and informative experience.
We enjoyed our tour with Sanna. It was very informative. A wealth of information with lots of historical background that made you appreciate the locations we toured that much more. Sanna did an excellent job. She is very experience in giving tours and seems to be a natural for this position.
A
Worth it!
Our tour with Morgan was 10/10. He is a true local and has hundreds of stories to share. This tour is definitely one of the best alternative tours in Paris.
N
Amazing experience
We had an amazing guide who told fun and funny stories and anecdotes about the neighborhood and made excellent recommendations. Loved the experience!
D
Exploring the old Paris!
This tour in Paris was the perfect way to discover more of this beautiful city and get away from the main tourist areas. Morgan is an excellent guide who was born and raised in Saint Germain. He passionately shared the history of each place we visited and gave us recommendations for things to do for the rest of the day.
N
Wonderful walk through the old Paris !!!
I did a walking tour to learn about the Old Paris in Saint-Germain are with Morgan and felt very enjoyable. The route through Saint-Germain and the Latin Quarter was beautiful and full of history. Our guide Morgan explained things clearly and the pace was comfortable. We discovered many small streets and hidden spots we would never find by ourselves. Highly recommended !!!
H
Must do in Paris!
As a PSG fan, I obviously visited the stadium, but I didn't want to leave Paris without seeing this part of the city. The tour with Morgan was very entertaining, and we saw the old part of Paris, which travel blogs don't show you, and I loved it.
F
Nice tour of St Germain
Morgan is a great guide, he had lots of historical background and we really liked that tour of St Germain
2
Insightful & enjoyable tour
An amazing way to explore the old side of Paris! The historical insights were fascinating and totally worth the price. The guide was incredibly friendly and made the walk feel effortless and fun.
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