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LanguagesRussian, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
This private walking tour goes far beyond the typical highlights. You’ll explore iconic landmarks and hidden corners with a local guide who brings Paris to life through stories, legends, old photographs, and surprising secrets missed by most visitors.
Instead of dates and dry facts, you’ll get a lively, insider’s perspective on how Paris grew, transformed, and reinvented itself - from royal scandals and architectural rivalries to fashion shows, stolen treasures, and quirky mysteries.
It’s a personalized, relaxed experience designed to feel like discovering the city with a knowledgeable Parisian friend.
What truly sets this tour apart is the way each place connects to a bigger story - how bridges reveal political alliances, how museums hide forgotten train stations, how palaces shape today’s Paris, and how everyday corners hold extraordinary secrets. You won’t just see Paris - you’ll understand it, feel it, and experience it through the eyes of someone who knows and loves the city.
What's included
Personalized recommendations at the end of the tour
Insider tips on cafés, restaurants, neighborhoods, and avoiding tourist traps
Historic visuals and vintage photos to bring the past to life
25+ major sights in central Paris — icons and hidden gems
Private walking tour — just for you (no other guests)
Fun, engaging local guide with real stories and legends
Entry tickets to museums or monuments (outdoor tour)
Meals and drinks
Transportation to/from the meeting point
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses or shopping
What to expect
Grand Palais
10m · Admission ticket not included
Where Chanel hosts its legendary fashion shows and where a hidden free museum surprises most visitors.
Pont Alexandre III
10m
The most elegant bridge in Paris — and the only one dedicated to a Russian emperor. Discover the unlikely story behind it.
Eiffel Tower
10m · Admission ticket not included
Admire the Iron Lady from the city's best viewpoint and learn why Parisians once hated it.
10m · Admission ticket not included
The resting place of Napoleon — and a monument whose name doesn’t mean what most people think.
Place de la Concorde
10m
A square of revolutions, royal executions, movie scenes, and one of Paris' wildest historical legends.
Jardin des Tuileries
15m
Once accessible only with an invitation — today one of Paris’ most beautiful open-air salons.
Musee d'Orsay
Pass by
A former train station turned into a temple of Impressionism — with surprising stories from its past.
Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
Pass by
Built with treasures Napoleon took from Venice — discover the drama behind this small yet symbolic arch.
Louvre Museum
15m · Admission ticket not included
Hear how the Mona Lisa became a global icon and the unbelievable stories of thefts that shaped the museum.
5m
A secret underground space where the medieval castle still hides beneath the Louvre.
Pont Neuf
5m
The “New Bridge” that became Paris’ oldest — and one of its most ironic landmarks.
Place Dauphine
10m
A peaceful triangular square where Parisians escape the crowds — a true hidden gem.
Sainte-Chapelle
5m · Admission ticket not included
A Gothic jewel that once guarded the Crown of Thorns — one of Paris’ most breathtaking interiors.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
10m
Discover how this iconic cathedral was once painted in bright colors and nearly destroyed forever.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
I'll wait for you at the Statue of General Charles de Gaulle
End point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Our tour is a walking experience, and we do not enter any museums or attractions during the itinerary.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
