Private History Tour of Architecture in Paris

Paris, France
Duration2h - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Take an extraordinary journey through the heart of Paris with app guided tour, where every step reveals the city's rich tapestry of culture, history and architecture.

Throughout your journey, engaging puzzles will test your wits and knowledge, adding an element of excitement and challenge to your exploration.

Guided by the web app, you'll have a wealth of information with detailed text and vivid images to enrich your experience every step of the way. Whether you're a history buff, architecture enthusiast or just a curious traveller, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure into the soul of Paris.

On this tour you will discover:
Who made Paris the centre of European culture and tourism.
The main architectural styles and how they followed each other.
How philosophy influenced architecture and the role of the Turks.
How a book and a computer game saved Notre Dame.

What's included

  • You'll be granted with an access to our web application, that will guide you through the route and tell you stories about the history of Paris and it's architectural highlights
  • You will need your own smartphone with internet connection (up to 100 MB of traffic) and google maps application installed

What to expect

  1. Pantheon
    20m
    You'll explore the history and architecture of the Pantheon
  2. Sorbonne
    20m
    Reveal the history of one of the oldest universities and study the architecture of it's most remarkable building, built by the famous Cardinal Richelieu
  3. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
    20m
    Learn the history of the world's most famous medieval building, it's good and bad times. Study the gothic approach to architecture.
  4. Louvre Museum
    20m
    Reveal the history of the oldest wing of the world's number one museum and learn why the square court of Louvre, rather empty unlike the court around the pyramid, is way more important as architectural heritage.
  5. Palais Garnier
    20m
    Learn about the greatest urban reconstruction project of all time - the Haussmann's reconstruction of Paris.
  6. 10m
    learn how two huge pages in the history of arts were written in two building standing next to each other.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You'll get the exact coordinates at the beginning of the tour

End point

The experience will end near the house 6 Rue de Hanovre, close to Opera metro station.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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