2 Days in Paris with a Friendly Local Guide

4.6 (20 reviews) Paris, France
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Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the City of Light with a private guide. See everything from hidden nooks to world-class museums and sites and enjoy a ton of postcard views, memorable photos and lifetime moments on this fascinating 2-day private walking tour in Paris, 5 hours each day.

Discover more than 20 top attractions of the capital of France including Notre-Dame Cathedral, Tuileries Park, Eiffel Tower, Champs de Mars, Arc de Triomphe, Place des Vosges, Sacre-Coeur Basilica, Palais Garnier, see the biggest museum in the world and walk along the most fashionable and expensive street on the planet. Learn a lot of fun facts about Paris’ intriguing past, sample local life and please your palate with delicious French specialties (at your own expense).

Hear exciting tales about the Paris’ distant past and snap astonishing photos with gorgeous landmarks.

Options

2 days in Paris for 5-7 ppl

A fun 2-day walking tour with a private guide for 5-7 ppl. See everything from hidden nooks to world-class museums and sites
Pickup included

2 days in Paris for 1 person

A fun 2-day tour with a private guide for 1. See everything from hidden nooks to world-class museums and sites and enjoy a ton of postcard views, memorable photos and lifetime moments
Pickup included

2 days in Paris for 11-15 ppl

A fun 2-day walking tour with a private guide for 11-15 ppl. See everything from hidden nooks to legendary museums and sites
Pickup included

2 days in Paris for 8-10 ppl

A fun 2-day walking tour with a private guide for 8-10 ppl. See everything from hidden nooks to world-class museums and sites
Pickup included

2 days in Paris for 2-4 ppl

A fun 2-day tour with a private guide for 2-4 ppl. See everything from hidden nooks to world-class museums and sites
Pickup included

What's included

  • Iconic places for photoshoot
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Multiple start times available
  • Private walking tour with the use of metro
  • Customizable itinerary
  • Meeting in the hotel lobby
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • All taxes
  • Friendly local guide
  • 2 days with a private guide, 5 hours each day
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees (if any)
  • Transportation

What to expect

Day 1: Legendary Paris: Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ile de Cite, Tuileries Park, Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees and Arc de Triomphe
  1. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
    30m
    This private tour can be customized to meet your preferences. Approximate schedule is 10am-3pm with a short break for delicious French lunch (own expense).

    Day 1

    10am Meet your friendly local guide in your hotel lobby and head out to striking Notre-Dame Cathedral, the most prominent and beloved Gothic monument in the world. Marvel at peerless sculpture on the facades including spindly Gothic buttresses and famous gargoyles.
  2. Ile de la Cite
    30m
    12pm Experience the charm of two Paris islands - Ile de Cite, the birthplace of the city and Ile St Louis, once favorite place for Voltaire, Moliere, Rousseau and home to the richest people of Paris.
  3. Louvre Museum
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Admire sumptuous Louvre Palace (only from outside), home to the famous Musee du Louvre, the jewel in the crown of French culture and treasure trove of the finest art work in the world.
  4. Jardin des Tuileries
    1h
    1pm After history and art lesson, seek a natural refuge in relaxing atmosphere of famous Tuileries Park and get incredible city views ambling along the magnificent embankments of River Seine, one of the most scenic and romantic places of Paris.
  5. Eiffel Tower
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    1.30pm Snap astonishing photos with the most instagrammable site in Paris – legendary Eiffel Tower.
  6. Champ de Mars
    30m
    2pm Take a short stop at lovely Champs de Mars, absorb the magnificent views over the Iron Lady and get an overview of the landmark’s history from your private guide.
  7. Champs-Elysees
    30m
    2.30pm Admire the glamorous window displays of Champs-Elysees
  8. Arc de Triomphe
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    3pm Round off your fabulous day visiting prominent Arc de Triomphe
Day 2: Must See - Place des Vosges, Le Marais, Saint Germain des Pres Quarter, Moulin Rouge, Montmartre, Sacre-Coeur Basilica
  1. Place des Vosges
    30m
    10am Meet your private guide in hotel lobby and cruise the oldest square in Paris - Place des Vosges, gawk at its red brick mansions in the Mannerist Louis XIII style.
  2. Le Marais
    1h
    11am Make your way to Le Marais, one of the hippest quarters in the city. Tour Latin Quarter, see its highlights like Pantheon and Sorbonne University
  3. Luxembourg Gardens
    1h
    Or else, put your feet up at sweeping Luxembourg Gardens, beautifully landscaped park, created in the 17th century and dotted with hundreds of statues, monuments and fountains (instead of Le Marais).
  4. Saint Germain des Pres Quarter
    30m
    12pm Lose yourself wandering along the narrow streets of stylish and dynamic Saint Germain des Pres Quarter.
  5. Montmartre
    1h
    Lunch time in Montmartre
  6. Moulin Rouge
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    1pm Tour Bohemian Monmartre, home to renowned Moulin Rouge Cabaret, and the Moulin de la Galette, a 17th-century windmill immortalized in paintings of Renoir, van Gogh and Pissarro.
  7. Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    2pm Feast your eyes on Sacre-Coeur Basilica, another hallmark of Paris, and snap a quirky photo in front of the Love Wall.
  8. Palais Garnier
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    3pm Finish off at Palais Garnier (without entering it)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Lobby of your hotel. Please provide the exact name and address of your hotel.

Your guide will meet you at your centrally-located hotel, hostel or vacation rental
You don't need to call to confirm the tour. The local supplier will contact you via email

Additional information

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
  • Private walking tour with the use of metro
  • Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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