HISTORY WALKING TOURS IN PARIS
The 9 best history walking tours in Paris you can book today, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Explore Paris after dark on a two-hour walking tour of executions, ghosts, Templars, Notre Dame legends, and grim local stories.
“Really great and interesting local history, with a little dark slant. Loved the opportunity to look closer at some of the landmarks and understand the culmination of history over time.. fascinating and fun!”
Trace Paris fashion from Palais Royal to Chanel’s Rue Cambon with private guide Ivo, couture history, shopping tips, and stylish street walks.
“A great way of seeing and learning the history of Paris fashion district from Marie Antoinette’s dress maker to Paul Poiret to Coco Chanel to modern fashion houses..”
Review of Paris City Center with Notre Dame interior, covering sights, guides, walking demands, price, value, and practical booking tips.
“It was pouring rain during this tour.. however Adrien was excellent! Super knowledgeable and friendly. A perfect Guide!”
Explore Jewish Paris through Le Marais and Montmartre, with synagogues, Holocaust memorials, artists, Sacré-Cœur, and expert guidance.
“Our guide, Benoit, was outstanding. He was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and entertaining. He knew his history and great stories to support all! We learned a lot about Jews in France, the culture and the history of the neighborhood. He was very personable and answered all our questions. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it to others!”
Review of a 150-minute Paris history walk covering the Louvre, Notre-Dame, Pont des Arts, Tuileries Gardens, and more.
“Toto is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot from him and really enjoyed the walk in Paris.”
Explore Parisian fashion history on a private 90-minute walk through rue Saint-Honoré, Place Vendôme, La Madeleine, and Hermès.
“Excellent! Hannah was very knowledgeable and packed the tour with interesting stories.”
Explore Paris Jewish history on a private two-hour walk through Notre Dame, the Pletzl, Rue Pavée synagogue, and Le Marais.
“Our guide was very nice. However, it would have been if the guide had told us more stories about Jewish life in Paris.”
Explore Paris fashion history on a small-group walk from Palais-Royal to Rue Cambon, with designer stories, boutiques, and haute couture insight.
“Ivo gave a fantastic tour! It was great to learn more about the cultural/fashion history of Paris and famous French houses. He was engaging and full of knowledge. Would recommend to anyone.”
Explore Montmartre through art, politics, and local stories on a small-group English walking tour with Arthur for $34.
“This was one of our all time favorite tours in Paris! You will see the beauty of the neighborhood (and even all Paris) through a different lens. Our guide, Arthur, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. This is the coolest art class!!! We truly enjoyed learning more about the soul of Paris.”
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