Paris City Center Private Tour — Your Own Guide, Your Own Pace
Description
Discover the heart of Paris on a private walking tour made just for you and your group. With a certified guide dedicated entirely to your group, uncover how Paris's iconic landmarks set the stage for 2,000 years of history, from Napoléon Bonaparte to Gustave Eiffel, at your own pace. Pass Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and the Seine as your guide reveals stories most visitors never hear — the French Revolution, Haussmann's reconstruction of 19th-century Paris, and the secrets behind its most photographed monuments. Ask questions, linger where you like, and shape the route around what interests you. Your guide also shares real local insight — French culture, customs, and personal restaurant and activity recommendations away from the tourist traps. Why go private: • A certified guide exclusively for your group • Flexible pacing built around your interests • Personalized local recommendations •Notre-Dame, the Louvre & the Seine Join us for a Paris tour you'll remember forever.
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Itinerary
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(144)
Excellent, I really enjoyed the tour!
Amazing tour with Alberto!! He really knows his history and made it so interesting to hear. I recommend this tour to all!!
Very good tour and friendly guide!
Alberto was an entertaining and knowledgeable guide. He shared so many great stories and knew Paris as a local
5 excellent guide. Knowledgeable and presented info well. Made the city history fun . Seeing a lot in short time. Thanks
Very pleased with Alberto, our guide! Lots of interesting information, presented skillfully and with the sense of humor. We had a great time!
Alberto is a great Tourguide - the tour is very informative and nice
Great tour. Guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and interesting to listen to. I highly recommend this tour and Alberto !!
The tour was fantastic: very informational yet thoroughly interesting and it covered the essential moments and parts of French history with various monuments and structures. The tour guide Alberto was very nice and concise and he went into a lot of detail. The value for money was exceptional and the length was perfect to gain an understandable knowledge of Paris
Alberto was a good guide. Knowledgeable and engaging. Really liked his style and would do another tour with him again
