Paris‘ Left Bank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Paris, France
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Duration1h 30m - 2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Follow Paris’ backstreets to see art, history and urban culture brought to life along the Left Bank. Explore at your own pace with this affordable self-guided walking tour.

• Experience the city like a local, and feel as if you‘ve traveled back in time
• Hear from producer, Laurent Bonneval, one of Context Travel's local expert tour guides
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
  • Entry fees to museum or attractions mentioned en route

What to expect

  1. Left Bank (Rive Gauche)
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    Wander down cobblestone streets and immerse yourself in one of the most artistic districts in Paris with art aficionado and history lover Laurent Bonneval from Context Travel. On this walking tour through the Left Bank‘s Latin Quarter, you‘ll experience the city like a local and feel as if you‘ve traveled back in time.
  2. Sainte-Chapelle
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    Starting on the Île de la Cité in Place Louis Lépine square, you‘ll see the Gothic masterpieces of Notre Dame de Paris and Sainte Chapelle, before strolling along the Left Bank of the Seine and past the San Severin Church.
  3. Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll see the Tour de l'Horloge du Palais de la Cite and learn about its history while you walk.
  4. Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll enjoy the colors and fragrances of Marché aux Fleurs Reine Elizabeth II, the Flower Market, and throw yourself into some of the city‘s best shopping.
  5. Pass by
    Starting on the Île de la Cité in Place Louis Lépine square, you‘ll see the Gothic masterpieces of Notre Dame de Paris and Sainte Chapelle, before strolling along the Left Bank of the Seine and past the San Severin Church.
  6. Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll see the oldest tree in the city. You'll hear all about it while you walk.
  7. Pass by
    Starting on the Île de la Cité in Place Louis Lépine square, you‘ll see the Gothic masterpieces of Notre Dame de Paris and Sainte Chapelle, before strolling along the Left Bank of the Seine and past the San Severin Church.
  8. Musee De Cluny
    Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by iconic buildings like the Hôtel Dieu, Cluny Museum, and Shakespeare and Company bookstore.
  9. Musee d'Histoire de la Medecine
    Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll see Musee d'Histoire de la Medecine and learn about it while you walk.
  10. Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Le Procope, a popular restaurant, and learn about it while you walk.
  11. Saint-Germain-des-Pres
    Pass by
    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll visit the Latin Quarter‘s historic churches, bridges and gardens including Pont au Change bridge, Church of Saint Germain des Prés, and Church of Saint Séverin.
  12. Pont des Arts
    Pass by
    As you wind through Paris’ backstreets to the Pont des Arts bridge, where our tour ends, you‘ll gain an understanding of the city‘s history and urban culture, as well as some of the men and women who transformed it.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

This self-guided audio tour ends on Pont des Arts.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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