Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based)

5.0 (578 reviews) Paris, France
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Paris
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

Discover the magic of Paris’s Latin Quarter on this guided walking tour through one of the city’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. Stroll along cobblestone streets, explore Roman ruins, admire medieval churches, and visit landmarks like the Sorbonne University, Shakespeare & Company bookshop, and the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s greatest minds.
As your expert guide shares stories of writers, scientists, and artists who once walked these same streets, you’ll see why the Latin Quarter remains the cultural and intellectual heart of Paris. End your tour with a chance to enjoy a coffee or glass of wine in the very neighborhood where Hemingway once lived.

• Step inside medieval churches inspired by Notre-Dame

• Browse the legendary Shakespeare & Company bookshop

• Admire the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s most revered figures

• Discover layers of Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and literary history

What's included

  • Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour
  • Certified Expert Guide
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Fontaine Saint-Michel
    10m
    Built during the Grand Reconstruction of Paris, this imposing fountain opens the doors to your tour!
    Your guide will reveal the tale of how Paris went from a medieval city to a modern jewel of Europe in only 70 years!
  2. Rue de la Huchette
    5m
    Walk along one of Paris's oldest streets and discover the narrowest streets in the city while your guide indulges you with stories about "Old Paris"!
  3. Shakespeare and Company
    10m
    This Iconic bookstore from the 1920s is full of stories about the great writers from the lost generation. Hemingway, James Joyce, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and more!
  4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
    5m
    Breathtaking views of the Notre Dame Cathedral!
  5. Pass by
    Discover the Oldest tree in Paris dating back to 1601!
    It is a grand tradition to touch its leaves and make a wish!
  6. Eglise Saint Julien Le Pauvre
    10m
    One of the oldest buildings in Paris, this modest yet beautiful church was once the center of education in the city together with Notre Dame de Paris!
  7. 10m
    Dali loved the Latin Quarter in Paris. So much so, that he gave the city a beautiful Sundial which represents the "Camino de Santiago de Compostela".
  8. Eglise Saint-Severin
    10m
    One of the gems of the Latin Quarter, this 13th-century Flamboyant Gothic church will amaze you with its beautiful vaulted ceilings, and palm tree columns and if you get lucky they might be playing the pipe organ!
  9. Les Thermes de Lutece
    10m
    The Roman Empire built beautiful baths after they invaded Paris in 52 B.C. and established an entire city. These Roman Baths are remnants of a massive complex that used to be available to all citizens of this city!
  10. Musee De Cluny
    5m
    Now the Medieval Museum of Paris, this dazzling & ornate building dating back to the 15th century is filled with stories of Paris of old!
  11. La Sorbonne
    10m
    La Sorbonne is the 3rd oldest university in the world!
    Since the 11th century, the Latin Quarter has always been the center of education and culture in Paris with this university at its nucleus.
    Your guide will enlighten you with stories about one of the greatest universities on the planet dating back to 1257!
  12. Pantheon
    15m
    The word Pantheon means "All the Gods".
    This is the main event on the Latin Quarter Tour.
    Your guide will take you through the story of how this opulent building began as one of the biggest religious structures in France & later became the most important Mausoleum in the country!
    All the great minds of France are buried inside.
    From Victor Hugo to Marie Curie and many many more!
  13. St. Etienne du Mont
    10m
    nside this majestic 15th-century church lies the tomb and knuckle of the patron saint of Paris, "Saint Genevieve".
    Enter this astonishing building and see amazing holy relics while your guide gives you the story of the takeover of Paris while the Roman Empire was falling, and how Genevieve played a key role in those times!
  14. 10m
    “If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.”
    Quote by Ernest Hemingway who was in love with the Latin Quarter.
    Discover his first apartment in Paris and the neighborhood that was one of his great Parisian inspirations!
  15. Place de la Contrescarpe
    Pass by
    At the end of the tour, your guide will take you to this beautiful and lively square full of great restaurants, bars, and cafes in the heart of the Latin Quarter, so you can continue to enjoy this magnificent district of Paris!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

LOOK FOR THE BRIGHT GREEN UMBRELLA
ATTENTION! METRO STATION SAINT MICHEL IS CLOSED,
PLEASE USE THESE STATIONS:
- CITÉ, Metro line 4, SIX MIN WALK
- ODEON, Metro line 4 & 10, FIVE MIN WALK
- CLUNY-LA SORBONNE, Metro line 10, FIVE MIN WALK
PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME
WhatsApp only: +33 6 29 44 08 29

End point

Your tour ends on the lively Place de la Contrescarpe. A beautiful square in the heart of the Latin Quarter full of restaurants, bars and a great ambience!

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (578)
From
€4.00 per group
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by StellarTours · Booked through Viator
More activities in Paris
From
€4.00 per group
Check availability