Tours & Activities in Paris
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Please book only if you are 100% sure you will attend the tour. Plan your time well to avoid last minute cancellations and not occupy a spot that someone else could have taken.
Discover Montmartre: The Bohemian Soul of Paris
Montmartre is one of the most iconic and charming neighborhoods in Paris. Located on the highest hill in the city, it has been home and inspiration to great artists such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Toulouse-Lautrec and Edith Piaf. Its cobbled streets, old cabarets and bohemian atmosphere have preserved their essence over time, making it a magical and romantic place.
During this tour, I will take you through the most emblematic corners of Montmartre, reliving the stories of the artists, writers and musicians who left their mark on the neighborhood.
What will we see on the tour?
✔ The most emblematic cabarets, such as La Bohème, La Bonne Franquette and Au Lapin Agile, where great artists and figures of bohemian life used to meet, including Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour and Pablo Picasso.
✔ Place du Tertre, the famous painters' square, where artists still exhibit their works today.
✔ The Moulin de la Galette, one of the last windmills in Montmartre and inspiration for Renoir's famous painting.
✔ The “I Love You” Wall, a unique work that brings together the phrase “I love you” written in more than 250 languages.
✔ Dalida Square and her house, where we will talk about the fascinating history of the iconic French-Italian singer and her connection to Montmartre.
✔ Rue de l'Abreuvoir, considered the most beautiful street in Paris.
✔ La Maison Rose, a picturesque corner that has inspired numerous artists.
✔ The last vineyard in Paris, a testament to the district's wine-making past.
✔ The Bateau-Lavoir, the legendary building where artists such as Picasso and Modigliani lived and worked, considered the cradle of Cubism.
✔ The Basilica of the Sacred Heart, where we will end the tour with a spectacular panoramic view of the city of lights.
A tour for art and history lovers
This tour is designed especially for those who want to immerse themselves in the history of art in Paris. Along the way, you will discover how Montmartre became the epicentre of the Bohemian art movement and how it influenced some of the world's most important painters.
I look forward to seeing you together as we explore the streets of this unique neighborhood and relive the magic of artistic and historic Montmartre!
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price , instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (they are usually amounts between a minimum of €10 and $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Enter the very heart of Paris on this walking tour of the city center.
What better way to fulfill your Paris dream than getting the best views of the city whilst your tour guide reveals how the landmarks you see set the stage for the city’s 2000-year history and its major characters like Napoléon Bonaparte and Gustave Eiffel!
On this quintessential Parisian tour, not only will you leave as an expert on the French Revolution and France's most important historical figures, but you will also gain insider knowledge of French culture and customs. Your tour guide will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of Paris from the Notre Dame Cathedral all the way to the Louvre, giving you stunning views of the Eiffel Tower & Paris’s top monuments along the Seine River.
Receive amazing recommendations for authentic local restaurants and activities!
Highlights:
- Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Saint-Michel Fountain
- Pont St. Michel
- Ile de la Cité
- World War II
- Place Dauphine
- Pont Neuf
- Henry IV Equestrian Statue
- Cour Carré (Louvre)
- Louvre Museum and Pyramids
- Views and stories of the Eiffel Tower
- Finishing at the beautiful Tuileries Gardens
We're especially interested in making sure you get a professional, elegant, and always entertaining experience that you will remember for the rest of your life!
So book a tour with us today and let us start this adventure together!
Discover a side of Paris you've never known! Starting from the Arc de Triomphe and finishing at the Louvre, we’ll visit all the highlights as we stroll through the heart of Paris!
I'm your native English-speaking guide Ben! I love this city, because there are treasures to be found in every area of interest: art, architecture, literature, cinema, fashion, history, sport, cuisine, and more!
- We’ll start at Napoleon’s iconic Arc de Triomphe!
- Discover the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, one of the most famous streets in the world!
- Discuss Parisian fashion with the rollercoaster life of Coco Chanel!
- Marvel at Parisian landmarks with the Grand Palais and the Petit Palais, the Museum of the Army, and the President’s residence!
- Stop for a snack and discover the famous French author Marcel Proust!
- At Place de la Concorde, marvel at the famous Luxor Obelisk, and hear the story behind the executions of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette!
- No trip to Paris would be complete without marveling at the Eiffel Tower!
- Stroll through the Tuileries Gardens, and discover why the Tuileries Palace was burned to the ground!
- Finish the tour at the iconic Louvre Museum!
Need restaurant recommendations? I've got you covered. Low battery on your phone? I've carrying a portable charger. Have a particular interest in something discussed on the tour? I can talk for days about Paris!
I love this city and I'm super excited to have you on my tour – you can bet your bottom Euro that this is the most enthusiastic walking tour in town!
Ah, Paris, the capital of elegance, chic, love, art and science. Its architecture and ambiance are truly iconic, and its people famous for their achievements and... sense of pride.
The city rose from its humble beginnings as a marshland settlement, became a Roman colony, seat of the early Frankish monarchs to finally set trends as the biggest medieval city in Europe. Home to many revolts and societal changes, it evolved as the capital of the free thinkers and... the most famous revolution changing the political landscape of the western civilization forever. With its final overdo in the 19th century, its elegant boulevards became a go-to model for many other cities. Today, Paris retains many of its fortes, adding a spice of modernity.
All this can get a little overwhelming, so why not have a helping hand while diving in? Walkative will grant you that and much more, with our local guides taking you on a fascinating journey through Paris most important monuments and histories, including:
- Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Sainte Chapelle
- Conciergerie
- Pont Neuf
- Pont des Arts
- Louvre (history of the palace and museum)
- Carrousel Arch
- Tuileries gardens
- And much, much more!
ℹ️ ⚠️ ATTENTION - booking rules
Please note that our free tours are designed for individual travelers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel in a party of 8 or more please book a private tour in advance.
If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group our guide will ask you for the payment (12 eur/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation on the spot. To confirm your reservation please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you will be late.
Please note that multiply bookings (under different names) for 7 people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties.
This policy is implied in the best interest of our individual visitors.
Please respect our rules.
