The guide will wait for you outside the metro exit 3, Fontaine Saint-Michel
Description
It's the only Fun and Politically Incorrect walking tour in Paris. Unlike standard walking tours that stick to formal lectures and polite storytelling, our fun walking tour delivers a brutally honest take on Parisian history, packed with dark comedy and plenty of laughs.
Expect royal scandals, political intrigue, executions, revolutionary chaos and the messy stories most guides would rather skip. Our guides are locals and have stories, not scripts, so every tour comes with its own personality, jokes and surprises.
Starting in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, we walk to Notre-Dame, crossing the Seine onto Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris. Hear about the French Revolution, royal betrayals, political disasters and the guillotine’s darkest years before finishing around the Louvre.
Over 2 to 3 hours, this Fun Walking Tour mixes history, culture, dark humor and plenty of laughs. Want to see Paris differently? Book your spot now and join us for the stories & memories!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 18–75)
$5
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Rude Bastards Tour of Paris
Itinerary
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
30 min
We will see the cathedral and its surroundings. Irony of its repair funding happening after the fire
45 min
Honors beloved French king on Paris’s most historic bridge. Oldest bridge after 418 years, still holding it together.
Pyramide Du Louvre
Pass by
We will walk around this landmark
Conciergerie
30 min
We will walk through this neighborhood. Museum and talk about Guillotines
What's included
Included
A skilled guide who will accompany you for the entire journey
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
72 reviews
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How it compares in Paris
Rated higher than 73% of 1,394 reviewed tours in Paris
Starting price $5 is 96% below the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,589 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 Rude Bastards Tour of Paris take?
Rude Bastards Tour of Paris lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Rude Bastards Tour of Paris cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Rude Bastards Tour of Paris run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Rude Bastards Tour of Paris 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 The guide will wait for you outside the metro exit 3, Fontaine Saint-Michel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Rude Bastards Tour of Paris 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 20 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rude Bastards Tour of Paris worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 72 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rude Bastards Tour Berlin.
Reviews(72)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Delia_B
September 30, 2026 · via Viator
• A Perfect Private Walking Tour: Notre Dame, Local Secrets & Exceptional Guide
My friend and I had a fantastic private walking tour of the Notre Dame area with Jeremy! He was fun, engaging, highly informative, and kept in great touch before the tour. The meeting spot was super easy to find, and we learned so much history we never would have discovered on our own. Highlights included seeing Paris's oldest tree, the oldest restaurant, the outside of Notre Dame, and Shakespeare & Co. bookstore (just keep an eye out for the angry Irishman working there 😅!). A truly wonderful experience with a great guide—highly recommend! Merci beaucoup, Jeremy!
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ethank5
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience, 10/10
Had a great time exploring Paris with Jeremy, he was very informative and knowledgeable. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again, great value for money and some of the the things I learned over the 2-3 hour tour I wouldn’t have known otherwise.
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Explore06078602947
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Super informative, fun, and friendly!!!
The guide was extremely informative and friendly. He got to know everyone in the group and made the tour super fun and interactive. Always offered to take pictures. Would 100% recommend to everyone. Thank you
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Expedition246894
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Different but great
Nice tour, great guide. It is recommended. Not a classic tour, but it has a lot of information and our guide was entertaining and had plenty of information ready. Gladly again.
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lisatB6308EO
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fascinating facts and back street gems
Jeremy gave us a brilliant morning’s tour with loads of interesting facts and fascinating stories.He took us to some wonderful places that were away from the main attractions and had a great knowledge of some super stories that brought in a whole new perspective. The tour lasted just over two hours and whilst the initial cost of the tour seemed very cheap, even with the tip that we chose to give- it was still fair value ( especially as we were fortunate that it was just the two of us)
Would certainly recommend for a chilled vibe and good sense of humour.
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Jonathan_H
September 11, 2026 · via Viator
This was a perfect tour...
This was a perfect tour to hit some of the highlights without it being a generic history tour! Jeremy was a blast showing us some really cool off-the-beaten-path spots, and throwing in some great humor and history tidbits. He took the time to explain so much more than the places we were seeing and we even had time for a drink at the oldest cafe in Paris. My wife and I loved everything about this tour!
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30carissak
August 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
new perspective!
Jeremy was an amazing tour guide! It was wonderful walking through the city with a new perspective after learning about why certain features exist, fun traits, etc. Love being transported back in time!
Operator response
We love hearing that Jeremy gave you a new perspective on Paris! It’s great to know the stories brought the city’s history to life. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!
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oliviadL3442PU
July 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
wonderful tour
Jeremy was an amazing guide! The tour was fun and informative. We learnt many fascinating facts about the city :)
Operator response
Thanks so much! We're glad Jeremy filled your head with fascinating Paris stories and kept you entertained along the way. We'll make sure he sees your kind words. Thanks for joining the tour!
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892ciarab
July 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Interesting, easy, funny and so very enjoyable
Having gone on over 30 tours in Paris I can honestly say the Rude Bastards tour offers something unique. It felt like we were walking around the city with an old friend, but one who had hundreds of stories to choose from. My partner and I love some niche topics - and alongside the pre-existing tour Jeromie was able to offer some incredible stories about our areas of interest. We are already planning our next rude bastard tour and will be telling all our friends to join Jeromie on their next trip to Paris
Operator response
Thanks so much! After 30 tours in Paris, we'll happily take "unique" as one of the best compliments out there. We're glad Jeromie could mix the tour with the stories you were most interested in. We'll make sure he sees this, and we'll be ready to welcome you on your next Rude Bastards adventure!
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roryo918
July 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Jeremy rocked it, unique tour, really highly recommend this
Please do this tour of you're in Paris. Jeremy rocked it, was loads of fun and really interesting and unique tour. 11/10!
Also Jeremy has loads of other tours, we're 100% going to do the others when we come back to Paris.
Operator response
Thanks so much! An 11/10? We'll happily take that. We'll let Jeremy know he's officially raised the bar. Looking forward to seeing you back in Paris for the rest of his tours. We'll try to keep the standards irresponsibly high.
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