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The Paris Flex Pass is the smart, flexible way to experience the City of Light. With this pass, you can choose 2 to 7 attractions from a carefully curated selection of Paris’s most iconic sights and experiences. It’s perfect for travelers who want freedom, value, and ease without compromise. Explore world-famous landmarks such as the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, and the Palace of Versailles, along with guided tours, cultural experiences, cruises, and panoramic viewpoints. With over 25 top attractions to choose from, you decide what to see, when to go, and how fast to explore. The pass offers total flexibility, allowing each holder to choose different attractions so everyone enjoys a personalized experience. With 30 days of validity, you can explore Paris at your own pace, stay spontaneous, and discover the city naturally.

Allen Ginsberg, William S. Burroughs, Gregory Corso, and other Beat poets spent time in Paris during the ’50s and ’60s. Follow in their footsteps on this informative small-group walking tour with an itinerary you definitely won’t find in the guidebooks. Learn about their work as you visit the site of the Beat Hotel, Shakespeare and Company Bookstore, plus many of the cafés, jazz clubs, and bookshops where they hung out.

Ideal if you’re short on sightseeing time, this group tour includes hotel pickup and whisks you to Versailles before moving on to your choice of essential Paris landmarks. Choose between options like Notre-Dame, the Louvre Museum, and Montmartre, and take a deep dive into French royal history with your local guide.

Discover the award-winning Mucem and uncover the history of European and Mediterranean civilisations. Explore the charming Panier district at your own pace with a digital audio tour. Located in the heart of Marseille, the Mucem’s vibrant architecture and stunning concrete lace are perfect for an unforgettable snapshot. Step inside and you’ll be greeted by storytelling exhibits that lead you through history, art and culture with rare artifacts, sculptures and more. Climb to the top of Fort Saint-Jean, built in 1660 by Louis XIV, and marvel at the panoramic views of the waterfront. Afterwards, continue exploring the Panier district of Marseille with an audio tour. Enjoy 18 points of interest, including Maison Diamantée, Hôtel Dieu and much more.

Dive into art and history from across 7000 years at the Unterlinden Museum. Explore the heart of Colmar with a digital audio tour of the most iconic sights. Start your journey by admiring Neolithic terracotta, wander through the Merovingian era, and enjoy artwork from the 20th century. See the world-famous Isenheim Altarpiece by Grünewald, and take snaps of works from Schongauer, Holbein, Monet and Picasso. Afterwards, continue sightseeing Colmar with an audio guide of the top highlights. With 12 points of interest, explore Little Venice, a Statue of Liberty replica and more.

From antiquity to contemporary, experience the Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the world-class collection from ancient Egypt to paintings by Monet and Picasso. Step inside the Saint-Pierre Palace and see artistic expression from ancient Greece, including the Kore sculpture. Listen to an audio guide as you uncover ancient Egyptian death rituals and see a funerary mask and coffin. Take a snap of ‘The Flight into Egypt’ painting by Nicolas Poussin, and admire the Renaissance collection of ceramics. Afterwards, enjoy an audio tour of the top sights of Lyon. While you explore the Capital of Lights, hear stories about Saint Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, Place des Terreaux and more. Photography credits to: Blandine Soulage

Meet your guide at the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. Then, step inside the famous Louvre Museum and uncover its incredible collection. With a professional guide leading you, explore masterpieces such as the Venus de Milo and the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. Enhance your visit to the museum with an audio tour app. As you discover the iconic art collection at your own pace, listen to insightful history behind artworks created by Michelangelo, Raphael and so much more. Take snaps of the Winged Victory sculpture, ancient Egyptian sphinx along with other amazing antiquities.

Discover Pont du Gard and see the incredible feat of ancient Roman engineering. Take incredible snaps and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with an audio guide. Step inside the Pont du Gard Museum and see how water was filtered and carried through pipes to Nimes over 50km away. Uncover engineering secrets with models of Roman homes and full-scale reconstructions. And don’t forget to step inside the cinema and watch the “A Bridge Through Time” short film. Additionally, children ages 5-12 are welcome to explore the Ludo space and enjoy its educational activities.

Follow in the footsteps of the Romans at the Ancient Theatre of Orange. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and see the iconic stage wall decorated with the original statues and columns. The beautifully preserved Roman theatre was used for stage performances, until it was eventually abandoned and looted by barbarians. Thanks to the 19th century restoration, the theatre is used today for festivals and concerts by popular artists such as Elton John and Johnny Hallyday. Enjoy a virtual experience, where you’ll put on a VR headset and journey back in time. Follow Jade, who finds a mysterious Roman mask and is transported to the time of Ancient Romans – where she’s tasked with getting the theatre ready for show time. And don’t forget to visit the Museum of Art and History of Orange and see the famous cadaster, an ancient roman map carved in stone, and admire paintings from Frank Brangwyn and Albert De Belleroche.

Discover many of Paris’ most iconic landmarks—and walk away with memorable photos of the experience—on this private photography tour. In the morning, bring along your camera, meet your guide at the Arc de Triomphe, and set off on foot. You can look forward to seeing landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Pont Alexandre III, and more. As you go, your guide will share photography tips and tricks to help you capture the best photos possible.

Discover the City of Light at its luminous best—and capture nighttime photos of its major monuments and sights—on this private tour. In the evening, bring along your camera and tripod and meet your guide at the Eiffel Tower. You’ll discover the monument, the sights along the Seine, Place de la Concorde, and more, all while learning tips and tricks for mastering the art of night photography.

Get the most out of your time in Bordeaux by exploring the city with a local at your side. During this private walking tour, you’ll learn all about the history, traditions, and culture of this famed wine town, exploring from the Place de la Bourse to the La Grosse Cloche and beyond. You’ll get access to insider tips, locals-only knowledge, travel recommendations, and more.

On this private walking tour, learn about the fascinating history of Paris’ most famous buildings and monuments—and some of the city’s hidden gems too. Walk the streets of Paris with your local guide, and see unexpected architectural masterpieces hidden in plain sight—and learn how the city’s architectural style has changed over the years since its major city plan overhaul in the 1800s.

Discover the best of Paris’ highlights and historic architecture—and learn more about the city’s past—on this private walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide at the Place de la Bastille, and set off on foot. You can look forward to discovering major landmarks like the Panthéon, Louvre, the Centre Pompidou, and more, all while learning about the city’s evolution and different historical eras.

Check out street art you might not be able to find on your own and here stories of Strasbourg culture on this small-group tour. You’ll also hear about galleries, museums, and more. This is a small-group tour, so you’ll keep costs down and make a few new friends along the way, too.

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.

Delve into the architectural history of Lyon with this small-group walking tour. With a local guide who is passionate about the city and its architectural styles, you’ll hear the stories behind Lyon’s landmarks, and learn how the city is becoming more contemporary while retaining its charm. Nice touch: Numbers are capped at just eight people per tour for a more personal approach.

Take a small-group walking tour of historical Lyon, and hear the city stories from the best source—a local guide. In a group of just eight people, you’ll get to know the secrets of Lyon on a tour of the historical center, where attractions like the Notre-Dame de Fourvière and the Bartholdi Fountain abound. Insider tips and recommendations are included in the commentary.

Explore the wealth of art in Lyon with this guided small group tour, where you’ll also hear about the region’s culture. You’ll discover street art and gorgeous historical architecture, and hear about all of the artists from your guide. Meet your local guide at La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, and get on your way. Make some new friends in your small group of only 8 max.

Get a chance to discover historic Strasbourg through the eyes of a local during this private, 90-minute architecture-focused walking tour. Traverse the city with your own personal guide, visiting sights like the Cathedral of Strasbourg, one of the city’s oldest residential homes, and medieval-era Place Gutenberg. Understand the history and architectural development of Strasbourg as you listen to the little-told stories that only locals know.

Explore the unique and historic architecture of Marseille on this private guided architecture walking tour. See some of the most significant and architecturally impressive buildings in Marseille, such as the Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean and the Prefecture, and learn about their history and significance as well as a local’s perspective on the city.

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.

Take a walk through Cannes with a local guide, who will tell you all about the impressive architecture, focusing on the significant buildings, and sharing more about the local French culture with you. You’ll learn how the city has become modern, while still keeping its character. You’ll also learn all about the Palais Bulles, too.

Immerse yourself in the historical landmarks of Cannes on a 2-hour guided walking tour with your private group of up to eight people. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide as you walk around the city together. Admire historical landmarks, including St. Michael the Archangel Church, Church of Notre-Dame de Bon Voyage, and more, or customize the itinerary to your interests.