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Explore the Catacombs of Paris on a small-group tour limited to only six people. With this skip-the-line admission, you can avoid the typically long ticket queue at one of Paris' most fascinating attractions, and learn about the history of the underground burial site with a guide.

Learn to eat, shop, drink, and play like a local on this fascinating half-day tour of Montmarte, which combines delicious food and drink with a treasure hunt game that’s played in teams—perfect for families. As well as discovering sights like a hidden vineyard and the former home of disco queen Dalida, enjoy delicious Parisian specialties, then wrap up with a glass of something special.

In a magnificent reconstruction of the 1900 Station Hall, Le Hameau Duboeuf is a unique park of its kind, which reveals in an original and playful way everything that Vine and Wine are to our heritage.

One of the world’s best-known opera houses, Paris’ Opéra Garnier offers opulent detailing and centuries of history—and this in depth private tour makes it easy to understand. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet directly at the Opéra Garnier, and head right in. Once inside, you’ll learn all about its history from your guide’s commentary, will admire its ornate architecture, and will have the chance to discover a French cultural icon at your own pace.

Discover the scary stories and haunted corners of Lyon’s city center on a self-guided ghost tour. The bone-chilling excursion is perfect for solo travelers, families, and friend groups alike. Using a mobile phone app, you’ll solve clues, which lead you to some of the city’s spookiest attractions, like Montee de Gourguillon, Saint-Just Church, Loyasse Cemetery, and Saint Jean Cathedral. Along the way, you’ll learn about each location’s historical horrors.

Paris visitors hoping to snap some fantastic vacation photos shouldn't settle for smartphone selfies when you can book a photographer to take great photos for you. With this photo shoot experience, just meet-up with your photographer-guide and enjoy a shoot with the iconic Eiffel Tower in the background. Walk away with professional-quality images that you can cherish.

Delve into the creative mind of impressionist master Claude Monet on this small-group Giverny day trip from Paris. Round-trip transportation in a comfortable 8-seat minivan, together with prebooked admission tickets to the Fondation Monet, helps make this experience seamless. Upon arrival in the quaint village, explore Monet’s home independently, and stroll through the colorful gardens that inspired many of his paintings.

See a different side of Paris with this small-group guided walking tour focused on the street art in Le Marais. Download a free app, then follow your guide around to see how many of these mosaic Space Invader artworks you can find. Along the way, discover other pieces of street art and learn about the street art culture in Paris.

Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of the Père Lachaise cemetery during an exclusive private tour that will take you to the heart of the fascinating stories and legendary characters who rest there. Explore the shaded paths, where each grave tells a unique story. Discover the graves of great names in literature, art, music and politics, while learning the captivating stories that mark their lives and legacies. You'll marvel at the majestic tombs of iconic figures such as Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, and many more. Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of artists and visionaries whose works have marked history and influenced future generations.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Paris with this private transfer service. Rather than navigating the crowded arrival hall alone, meet your driver at Orly International Airport or Charles de Gaulle Airport, and relax on the journey to your Paris hotel or private residence. These private vehicles offer the smoothest and most personalized way to travel.

If you’d like to explore the darker side of Montmartre and travel around in style, this is the tour for you. Be driven in a motorcycle sidecar and taken to several places around the area, covering more adult topics about vice and violence, which give Montmartre its edgy reputation. The sidecar makes for a great photo backdrop, too.

Head off the typical Paris tourist trail when you discover the dynamic and creative Belleville district—and follow your artist guide to its must-see street art masterpieces—on this small-group walking tour. Make your own way to the neighborhood in the afternoon, and set off on foot. You’ll learn about the area’s creative, bohemian past; will hear about the artists who have decorated Belleville’s walls; and will discover its ever-changing murals and open-air artworks.

Don’t miss the chance to visit Jim Morrison’s grave, and hear all about the others buried near him, with this group tour of the haunted Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Explore the largest cemetery in Paris with your guide, who will tell you more about the area than a guidebook ever would. Learn about the ghosts, cults, and other spooky stuff happening in the capital’s famous cemetery.

Immerse yourself in the magic of the City of Light aboard an open-top, double-decker bus on this evening tour. See some of Paris' most famous and sparkling landmarks, including the Opera Garnier, Place Vendôme, Place de la Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and many more. An audio guide is available in several languages on the bus and on the mobile app, including information about Paris and its monuments.

Sip Champère and enjoy a macaron as you drift past the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre. The only official Emily in Paris Netflix series Champagne Seine cruise in Paris.

Discover the darker side of the City of Light on a small-group tour of the famed Paris Catacombs. Explore these fascinating underground passageways lined with the bones of thousands of former Parisians, and learn the history of the mesmerizing and macabre labyrinth. Get special access to restricted areas that the general public cannot usually enter. Enjoy the personalized attention of a small-group tour, and the chance to ask questions.

Paris is known for its sweet treats, but it takes local knowledge to find the best pastries and chocolates. Explore the city’s culinary highlights on this small-group walking tour, as you visit a hand-picked selection of pastry shops, bakeries, and chocolatiers. Choose between morning or afternoon options, and either Saint-Germain-des-Prés or the Marais. You’ll listen to stories behind the neighborhood along the way.

For those who are intrigued by Paris on screen, this is the tour for you. Explore the city's streets as you visit locations from popular television shows—which can be tricky to find if exploring alone. Make sure your cameras are charged for photos in front of Parisian hotspots, such as the Pont des Arts and the Opéra Garnier. A local guide is on hand throughout to fill you in on Parisian culture, fashion, and food. To see Paris from another perspective, opt for the Seine River cruise upgrade, which you can use at any time of day.

Paris might be better known for its museum masterpieces, but the City of Light harbors a vibrant street art scene. Discover a side of the capital’s culture that most visitors miss during a street art tour led by an artist guide. Explore off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods and see murals that aren’t marked on the map for a fresh perspective of Paris.

Explore the Musée du Louvre in Paris in a unique way on this murder-and-mystery-themed small-group tour, which introduces you to the museum's collection through its secrets and sometimes-gruesome stories. From the ancient world to the Renaissance, you'll hear about magic, rituals, and horrors depicted in various pieces of art. Plus, view collection highlights and dive into the history of the Louvre itself, once a fortress and palace and the setting of scandals and murder.

Pere Lachaise is one of the best-known cemeteries—and also one of its largest. At 108 acres (44 hectares), the grounds can be difficult to navigate alone. Going with a guide ensures you find and learn about the cemetery’s most famous residents, from Jim Morrison to Edith Piaf. In addition to offering little-known facts and anecdotes, your guide takes you through hidden groves and shortcuts often missed by visitors.

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.

Secure a stress-free way of seeing the Paris Catacombs with this convenient package. Led by a guide, descend more than 60 feet (18 meters) to explore the underground tunnels and learn their fascinating history as a solution to the overcrowded cemeteries of Paris. The tour also grants you rare access to typically forbidden parts of the Catacombs.

Make exploring beyond Paris easy—and enjoy a hassle-free trip to Giverny, the location of Claude Monet's House and Gardens—on this half-day excursion. Travel by bus to the Monet property, where you have free time to wander around the historic house and picture-perfect garden independently. An audio guide, available in several languages, is included, which you receive before departure. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.