Top France Architecture Tours - page 5

Montmartre has been known for its artist community for generations and with this tour, you'll get the chance to immerse yourself in the Parisian neighborhood's art scene with an artist guide to lead the way. You'll learn about the lives of artists past and present and see some impressive street art and murals, with time to take photos along the way.

Skip traditional sightseeing tours and see a different side to Paris on this small-group, street art walking tour. Enjoy exploring Belleville, an off-the-beaten-path area many travellers overlook, as your guide leads you to street art and graffiti highlights in the district. A great complement, or alternative, to a visit to the Louvre.

Zip past the UNESCO-listed monuments of Bordeaux on a thrilling 2-hour Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then follow your guide on a scenic tour around Bordeaux’s bridges, quays and riverbanks. Glide through Place de la Comédie, soak up the atmosphere in lively Quinquonce Place and weave through the Saint Pierre quarter. Hop off along the way to pose for photos or marvel at city landmarks like the grand Bordeaux Cathedral.

Delve into the culinary wonderland of Bordeaux with a 3-hour gourmet food tour. Join your knowledgeable foodie guide for a walking tour of the city, stopping in beloved local shops to taste things like canelés (Bordeaux pastry), cheese, and delicatessen (charcuterie) with a glass of wine.

The covered shopping arcades of Paris are a relic of the city's 19th-century life, when denizens strolled beneath glass canopies, browsing from shop to shop. Get an insider's view of these galleries on a private walking tour, where your guide escorts you through light-flooded shopping enclaves. As you walk, admire historic architecture, visit different neighborhoods, and discover a side of Paris few visitors experience.

Visit Paris's largest open-air street art museum and spend time at the self-described largest startup campus on earth with this cycling tour. Your local guide will lead you and your group to Galerie Itinerrance in the 13th to check out gargantuan murals by some of the world's most celebrated street artists. You’ll also visit Station F, with its numerous startups and massive restaurant collection, before you return to your starting point.

The chic Left Bank neighborhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has long been associated with intellectuals and authors, and epitomizes the history and glamour of Paris. While you can sightsee on your own, it's worth booking a walking tour to discover the neighborhood's hidden corners, centuries-old secrets, and the stories behind its notable landmarks. With just your guide and a small group for company, you're ensured a personal, immersive way to explore this iconic district, including one local tasting.

The Musée d’Orsay is one of Paris’ top art museums, with a priceless collection of impressionist masterpieces. Ensure your kids both enjoy and learn from the experience when you book this private tour with a seasoned child wrangler who’s also an art historian. See works by Monet, Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Renoir enlivened with stories and games, and wrap up with glorious views through the old station clock.

The Louvre is a huge museum that can feel overwhelming to visitors. This small-group tour takes the pressure off. You'll be picked up from your hotel and taken there in the company of a guide who leads you to the most important parts of the museum and provides explanations about its treasures, its history, and its architecture.

Get the inside scoop on Paris' thriving contemporary art scene with this guided walk through the city's Marais district. With a local art-lover as your guide, discover hidden gems and neighborhood landmarks that you might otherwise miss on your own. Duck into several local galleries, including both internationally-famous spaces and lesser-known tiny spots, learning about the art through guided commentary.

Enjoy the in-depth insights a tour provides, without the pressure of keeping up with a tour group, with this private tour of Paris's Musée de l’Orangerie. Follow your guide as they take you to the collection's Impressionist and Post-Impressionist highlights, including artworks by Monet, Picasso, Matisse, and Molière. Enjoy the flexibility of a private experience and the opportunity to ask your guide questions as you go.

To capture a perfect portrait generally requires a professional photographer and a great setting—and you can get both with this private Paris portrait tour. Join your photographer-guide to explore top landmarks in the city center, from the Place de la Concorde to the Tuileries Garden. All along the way, stop to pose for perfect photos—and after the tour, receive high-quality, edited versions.

Soar above Paris and then sail through its heart. This elegant combo pairs Eiffel Tower access with a scenic Seine River cruise, bringing together two of the city’s most iconic perspectives. Choose summit or 2nd floor entry for sweeping city views, then relax on a cruise past landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d’Orsay. A multilingual audio guide adds context along the UNESCO-listed Banks of the Seine. Departing near the Eiffel Tower, your cruise ticket can be used before or after your visit and remains valid for up to one year. 2nd Floor Eiffel Tower Tour & River Cruise Enjoy a guided Eiffel Tower visit with 2nd floor access, then continue with a Seine River cruise past Paris landmarks. Summit Floor Eiffel Tower Tour & River Cruise Includes the full 2nd floor experience, plus summit access for wider views across Paris. If selected, continue to the summit by elevator on your own before your cruise. From above and along the Seine, Paris feels complete.

Escape the bustle of Bordeaux for a seaside getaway on this trip to the Bay of Arcachon. Don't worry about having to hire a car, with transportation sorted for you. With your local guide and small group, journey southwest by van to the white-sand beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune, the highest sand dune in Europe, before enjoying lunch.

Enjoy a more immersive way to discover Dijon’s history, and learn all kinds of insights from your archaeologist narrator, on this self-led audio walking tour. Benefit from a flexible, hassle-free experience: After downloading the app to your smartphone, set off whenever you prefer, all while offline maps mean you don’t need to worry about connectivity. As you go, check off top sights from the Ducal Palace to the Church of Our Lady and beyond.

Leave Paris’ hustle and bustle behind for the day and explore two of France’s most impressive attractions on a private tour to Versailles and Chartres. After an easy transfer from your hotel, begin with a visit to the largest cathedral in Europe. Later, explore Louis XIV's 17th-century palace and its gardens. Entrance tickets, live commentary from your private guide, and free time to explore independently are included.

Navigate the Louvre with ease, and follow your guide to help avoid the crowds, on this private museum highlights tour. Once inside (tickets own expense), see masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the Nike of Samothrace, the Venus de Milo, and much more. Your guide will share lively commentary throughout the experience for a more personalized experience of this legendary museum in France.

What is more iconic of Paris than the Eiffel Tower? Pose like a model during this photo-shoot with a professional photographer. Come dressed to the nines or as casually as you like, and enjoy your time before the camera as the photographer places you in different positions around the Eiffel Tower. Come away with 300 to 400 photos, with 25 finished photos delivered to you the same day. With these memorable shots, you’re sure to stack up the number of likes on your social media accounts.

Get deeper insights into Paris's neoclassical architecture that go beyond what you'll find in typical guidebooks with this private tour. Follow your art historian guide as you explore the city on foot, with a particular focus on architecture dating back to the 18th century and built in the lead-up to the French Revolution. Admire landmarks including the Palais Royal, the Tuileries, the Cour Carrée, and Place des Victoires.

See Paris through Napoleon’s eyes while you explore Paris’s iconic landmarks and learn about his legacy. Step back in time as you visit historic sites like Place Vendôme and the Arc de Triomphe. The tour ends at Les Invalides, where you can wander through the Army Museum and visit Napoleon’s Tomb to learn more about France's military past.

Explore the Louvre at your own pace on this guided private tour. Leave the history books behind as you learn from an expert art historian and get up close to works by Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, David, Delacroix, and more. With a flexible schedule and one-on-one attention, uncover hidden stories behind the Louvre’s greatest treasures. This compact tour leaves plenty of time to browse in the gift shop afterward.

Discover the Musée d’Orsay’s collection highlights, and bring art history to life, when you book this private, family-friendly tour. Pick from several tour durations and start times, meet your guide at the museum, and head right inside, thanks to your skip-the-line tickets. You’ll learn about the museum’s origins as a train station, and will see Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Van Gogh, Degas, Monet, and more. As you go, your guide will share stories and games designed to keep younger visitors entertained.

Discover Nantes, one of France’s most dynamic and creative cities, with a local guide. Take in all the highlights, including the giant mechanical Elephant and the Iles de Machines, the Passage Pommeraye, and the picturesque gardens of the Ile de Versailles. Gain a local perspective as you visit the most popular sights, as well as a few surprises along the way.

Discover the unique art and culture of Colmar when you book this walking tour through the Old Town. Join a small group and a guide for a walk through the city’s cobblestoned streets to get to know more about the Colmar art scene. Pass by local galleries, museums, and several pieces of street art to learn about the artists and their connections to Colmar.