Paris Secret Passages , French Food Hall and Gourmet Gift

Paris, France
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Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Follow the story of Parisian shopping and style from charming nineteenth-century passages to the magnificent setting of Galeries Lafayette.

This guided experience brings together four beautiful covered arcades, royal landmarks and elegant streets, with entertaining stories connecting each discovery.

At Le Gourmet, enjoy included sweet tastings as a delicious finale. Your Galeries Lafayette Exclusive Voucher, worth at least €25 per guest, adds a personal touch, allowing you to choose an eligible purchase and continue exploring independently after the tour.

What's included

  • A Galeries Lafayette Exclusive Voucher worth at least €25 per paying guest
  • Local guide for an approximately three-hour walking tour
  • Exterior sightseeing at Opéra Garnier; Galeries Lafayette dome visit during opening hours
  • Enjoy included sweet tastings at Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet.
  • Exploration of Passage Verdeau, Passage Jouffroy, Passage des Panoramas and Galerie Vivienne
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation tickets if needed
  • Opéra Garnier interior admission
  • Paid BnF museum or exhibition admission
  • Additional food and drinks; purchases exceeding the included gift value

What to expect

  1. A la Mere de Famille
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    We enter into a chocolate shop that is the oldest in Paris 1761. The building is now protected. Here you can buy arguably the best chocolate in Paris.
  2. Passage Verdeau
    15m
    Discover a quieter, antique-filled passage with vintage charm and unique boutiques.
  3. Passage Jouffroy
    15m
    Stroll through a classic 19th-century arcade known for its glass roof and historic storefronts.
  4. Pass by
    Since 1929, the imposing painting by Germond has been enthroned in Bouillon Chartier Grands Boulevards' Belle Époque dining room listed as a historical monument
  5. Passage des Panoramas
    15m
    End in Paris’ oldest covered passage, rich with history, character, and traditional food spots.
  6. 10m
    France’s national library, holding roughly 42 million items as a central repository of national heritage, including books, manuscripts, prints, and multimedia.
  7. Galerie Vivienne
    15m
    Admire one of Paris’ most beautiful covered passages, famous for its mosaic floors and elegant design.
  8. Palais-Royal
    10m
    The Palais-Royal became the property of the Orleans, the youngest branch of the Kingdom of France, in February 1692, when Louis XIV offered it to Monsieur, his brother. The palace garden was then open to the city.
  9. Passage Choiseul
    15m
    Walk through a lively, local passage filled with everyday Parisian shops and hidden gems.
  10. Galerie Colbert
    5m
    Built in 1823, the Colbert Gallery is located a stone's throw from its great rival, the Vivienne Gallery. This pretty covered gallery is the property of the National Library and, unlike other Parisian galleries, does not host any shops. Focused on culture, it is home to the National Institute of Art History
  11. 2nd Arr. - Bourse
    Pass by
    Historically, stock trading took place at several spots in Paris, including rue Quincampoix, rue Vivienne (near the Palais Royal), and the back of the Opéra Garnier (the Paris opera house).
  12. La Comedie Francaise
    Pass by
    Meet the extraordinary world of Molière, the legendary French playwright whose humour and sharp observations helped shape French theatre.
  13. 40m
    Finish at a celebrated French gourmet food hall, filled with exceptional chocolates, pastries and gourmet discoveries. Receive your special gift from Paris Top Sights Tours, worth at least €25 per guest, to enjoy on eligible purchases at Galeries Lafayette.

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Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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