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Stop At: L'église de la Madeleine, Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris, France
Get to know the City of Light through the eyes of a local on this tour full of tantalising treats and cultural gems! We will start our tour in front of the Eglise de la Madeleine, located in the centre of the Madeleine square. You will hear the story of the chaotic construction of this unusual looking church.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris France
In the centre of the square by the obelisk you will hear the rich history of Paris' largest square. This is here that the king Louis XVI and the queen Marie-Antoinette got beheaded.
We will then stop in at an illustrious food store and take the chance to sample a mouth-watering macaron, a delicious French speciality, and an ultimate Paris travel experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Jardin des Tuileries pl. de la Concorde, rue de Rivoli, 75058 Paris France
We will walk in these beautiful garden designed at the time of Catherine de Médicis. They offer a great view and perspective over the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées to the neighbouring Louvre.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Place Vendome, 75001 Paris France
We will stop in this beautiful royal square now located in the centre of the luxury district in Paris. You will hear about the rich history of the square's construction and the column that seats now in its centre.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Louvre Museum, 99 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris France
Your Paris city tour continues towards the iconic Louvre, home to some of the world’s most celebrated art. The enigmatic Mona Lisa and gorgeous Venus de Milo both live in this treasure trove of fine art. We won't be stopping in (it can take hours — no, days — to properly explore the grand Louvre!), but we will wander through an arcade that offers a free glimpse into the famous sculpture gallery.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Jardin du Palais Royal, 6 rue de Montpensier, 75001 Paris France
Nestled in the Palais Royal, these secret garden are a rare Parisian jewel, absolutely unknown by most tourists. You'll hear the story of their construction and how these peaceful looking garden were the seediest place in Paris until recently.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Eglise Saint-Eustache, 2 impasse Saint Eustache, 75001 Paris France
One of Paris' biggest church, it is also a very well-kept secret, a fantastic church that most tourists don't know about. You'll have a glance inside that imposing XVIth century building, that once was the church of the nearby merchants.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris France
Finally we will head to a lively Parisian market to indulge in one of France’s most popular gastronomic pleasures — cheese! Perhaps taste some smooth, mild Brie or sample a slice of pungent Roquefort — known as the ‘King of Cheeses’. Afterwards, amble through Paris’ secret arcades to discover quirky shops, unique boutiques, and one of the oldest buildings in Paris.
Duration: 40 minutes
Itinerary
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Departure Point: Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris, France
Return Details: 137 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004 Paris, France
09:00:
Tour option details are as follows:
Option Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Inclusions
- Local English-speaking guide
- 1 Macaron in Paris’ most illustrious food shop
- Cheese tasting session in a French fromagerie
- Entry/Admission - Jardin des Tuileries
- Entry/Admission - Jardin du Palais Royal
- Entry/Admission - Eglise Saint-Eustache
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry/Admission - L'église de la Madeleine
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
- If you need to change your booking, please cancel and rebook
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Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 6 to 99
Important Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children under 6 years old are not allowed on the tour
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Dress standard: Standard dress, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella, depending on the weather.
Additional Information: Please note that the cheese shop we are working with is closed on Monday morning. We will replace this activity with another inclusion.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
By joining this tour you support a locally owned fromagerie, La Fermette, that mainly works with small farmers.
Your tour also visits Pep’s, the last umbrella fixer in Paris, highlighting his role in reducing the environmental impact of our consuming habits.
You will pick up some responsible travel tips from your guide, such as where to find fresh water when you need to fill up your bottle, or where to shop in a sustainable manner.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
