Paris Covered Passages Private Walking Tour plus Cruise Option

4.9 (135 reviews) Paris, France
Duration1h 30m
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Overview

Unearth the hidden treasures of Paris with ExperienceFirst as we guide you through the city's secret gems – the covered passages.

Our journey kicks off at the Galerie Vivienne, a neoclassical-style covered passage that has graced the city since 1823. From there, we'll venture to the Passage Choiseul, where over 600 feet of sunlit shops are nestled under a magnificent glass roof. Don't forget to glance down and admire the ornate tiled floor.

Our tour continues at the Passage des Panoramas, the very first covered walkway in Paris, constructed over two centuries ago.

Next on our journey is the Passage Jouffroy, a narrower passage adorned with glass and iron accents which even houses a quaint wax museum.

Our final destination is the Passage Verdeau, where antique dealers and vintage curiosities line the pathway. At each stop, your guide will unveil details you might otherwise overlook and recount the fascinating story of how these hidden passages became integral to Parisian fashion.

Options

Private Tour with Cruise

Private tour plus Cruise

Private Covered Passages Tour

Private Tour for up to 8

What's included

  • Optional upgrade for a narrated Seine river cruise, good for a year from the tour date
  • Experienced, local guide

What to expect

  1. Galerie Vivienne
    18m
    Discover the neoclassical Galerie Vivenne, a national monument filled with luxury boutiques.
  2. Passage Choiseul
    18m
    Be dazzled by over 600 feet of sunlit shops below the glass roof of the Passage Choiseul.
  3. Passage des Panoramas
    18m
    Tour Passage des Panoramas, dating to 1799 and beloved for its elaborate architecture and excellent dining.
  4. Passage Jouffroy
    18m
    Capture stunning photos of the simple glass and iron framework of Passage Jouffroy.
  5. Passage Verdeau
    18m
    Finish your journey in Grands Boulevard at the picturesque Passage Verdeau.
  6. The Seine
    Pass by
    Optional upgrade: This one-hour river cruise begins and ends at the Eiffel Tower and lets you see Paris in a new way — from the water. You will pass by landmarks like Notre Dame, the Petit Palais, the Musée d'Orsay, the Conciergerie, and more.

    Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour.
  7. Eiffel Tower
    Pass by
    Pass by the Eiffel Tower during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
  8. Petit Palais
    Pass by
    Pass by the Petit Palais during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
  9. Musee d'Orsay
    Pass by
    Pass by the Musée d'Orsay during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
  10. Pass by
    Pass by the Notre Dame Cathedral during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us in front of the big church at the following address: Place des Petits-Pères, 75002 Paris.

Your guide will be holding an orange sign with “ExperienceFirst” written on it.

For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: Pl. des Petits-Pères, 75002 Paris.

End point

This tour ends at Passage Verdeau, 6 Rue de la Grange-Batelière.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Add on a Seine river cruise. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour.

Cancellation policy

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

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