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Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $142 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 181 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- ExperienceFirst
- Meeting point
- Please meet your guide outside Église de Saint Germain des Prés at 3 Place Saint Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris. It’s just across the street from the Louis Vuitton store. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”
Description
Saint Germain des Prés is responsible for the sophisticated image of Paris as a city of art, literature and culture. This charming neighborhood offers a glimpse into authentic Parisian life as you explore its popular attractions with a local guide. You'll visit iconic landmarks such as the oldest cafe in Paris, opened in 1672, as well as the oldest church. You will also discover some of the city's first jazz clubs, chocolate shops, and restaurants. As you walk down the chic Boulevard Saint Germain, you will see the place where medieval fairs and marketplaces were once organized. You'll also discover how this neighborhood became a hub for artists and writers like Picasso and Hemingway and existentialists like Sartre and De Beauvoir. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit one of France's six national theaters and one of Paris's largest churches, which played a prominent role in the popular novel and film, "The Da Vinci Code."
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 15 times a day, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $142
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $278.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:15 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Boulevard Saint-Germain
Historic cafes where writers and artists gathered in the 1920s
Rue Jacob
Where the Treaty of Paris was signed declaring U.S. independence
Saint-Germain-des-Pres
Paris’s oldest church, one of the few remains of Romanesque architecture in the city
The hotel that once housed famous writers and jazz musicians
Among the oldest streets of Paris, dating back to the 12th century
Cour du Commerce Saint Andre
Narrow 18th-century cobblestone passageway, home to one of the oldest restaurants in Paris
Odeon, Theatre de L'Europe
A national theater inaugurated by Marie-Antoinette
One of the biggest churches in Paris, famous for its starring role in “The Da Vinci Code” movie
The Seine
Optional upgrade: This one-hour river cruise begins and ends at the Eiffel Tower and lets you see Paris in a new way — from the water. You will pass by landmarks like Notre Dame, the Petit Palais, the Musée d'Orsay, the Conciergerie, and more. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour.
Eiffel Tower
Pass by the Eiffel Tower during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Petit Palais
Pass by the Petit Palais during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Musee d'Orsay
Pass by the Musée d'Orsay during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Pass by the Notre Dame Cathedral during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
What's included
Included
Experienced local private guide
A tour to experience real Parisian life, and discover one of the trendiest areas of Paris
Optional upgrade for a narrated Seine river cruise, good for a year from the tour date
Chance to explore a neighborhood that reflects real Parisian life and French joie de vivre
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from meeting point
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
181 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Starting price $142 is 40% above the typical $101 for tours of similar length in Paris
- Price over the last 18 days: $142–$143
Excurgo comparison of 4,611 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Add on a Seine river cruise. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour.
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 Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option take?
Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 13 stops.
How much does Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option cost?
Prices start at $142 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 $278. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 15 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option 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 Please meet your guide outside Église de Saint Germain des Prés at 3 Place Saint Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris. It’s just across the street from the Louis Vuitton store. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Paris Saint Germain Private Walking Tour with Cruise Option worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 181 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ExperienceFirst.
Reviews(181)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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