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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
The Bastille area is historically known as the place where the French revolution started. Only locals know that it is also the ancient artisans neighbourhood and one of the favourites places for Parisians to have an after-work « apéro » or to start a perfect night out.
This tour is an insight into the lifestyle of a middle-class Parisian, allowing you to discover old and new trades, the most beloved wine bars and bistrots and one of the most popular markets in town. Not to forget that you will have the privilege to walk along a spectacular and well hidden elevated park where you will only cross Parisians.
• Explore a completely new Paris through its bars and taverns
• Wander around the lesser known but übercool areas of Bastille and Aligre
• Try an authentic French « apéro » in one of Paris’ oldest markets
• Discover hidden passages and surprising green spaces that only Parisians know of
• Experience the buzz of the best wine bar in town
Options
Bastille Tour 1 or 2 Guests
Bastille Tour 7 or 8 Guests
Bastille Tour 3 or 4 Guests
Bastille Tour 5 or 6 Guests
What's included
A professional English speaking Guide
A glass of the wine that responsible Parisians drink every day
A Parisian beer to go with the apéritifs at the Aligre market
A selection of typical apéritifs including farmer’s cheese
Some local "saucisson" to soak up the strong drink
A pastis or a "rhum arrangé" in a popular tavern
tips or gratuities for your guide
Additional food and drinks
What to expect
Bastille
3h
Your guide will introduce you to this non-touristic area of Paris, one of the favourites places for Parisians to spend the evening out. You will experience a typical French afterwork, starting in the local market and continuing in two bars. You will try parisian beer, wine, pastis or "rhum arrangé" as well as cheese, French apéritifs and dry sausage.
Coulee Verte Rene-Dumont
15m
You will discover a hidden part of the city by walking in this secret elevated park.
Marche Aligre
20m
In this historical covered market you will try a parisian beer and a selection of cheese and typical French "apéritifs".
Baron Rouge (Le)
10m
In this neighborhood wine bar you will be invited to try the house wine straight from the barrel and enjoy the great atmosphere with locals.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
On the steps of the contemporary building of the Opéra
End point
Close to Place de la Bastille
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
