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Visit the Louvre Museum in Paris and learn about the "Mona Lisa" from a guide during a 30-minute accompanied visit. Your entry ticket is included, allowing you to explore the museum independently afterward without time restrictions.

Explore the medieval island-village of Mont Saint-Michel with this private guided day trip from Paris. Your driver will pick you up at your Paris hotel or accommodations and take you to the Normandy coast and the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint-Michel. Explore the charming streets and the Benedictine Abbey with a guide before returning to Paris.

Learn the secrets behind mastering the perfect cheese soufflé during this small-group cooking class and lunch in Paris. Instead of a traditional cooking school, get tips from a local chef in her Parisian home as you learn about French culinary traditions. Enjoy a 3-course brasserie-style lunch with your host, including a glass of Champagne to celebrate your efforts.

Explore Notre Dame’s history after the 2019 fire. Through this guided tour, you will discover the treasures saved and the archaeological finds made, dive into the post-fire investigation! An unprecedented visit to the heart of the restoration site, revealing the French know-how that gave life to this historic jewel. ATTENTION: The visit takes place near Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris but the group does not enter.

Learn about Napoleon Bonaparte and his impact on both Paris and France, without having to plan your own sightseeing route, on this private tour. Simply meet up with your guide and let them lead the way, with plenty of opportunities to ask them questions as you go. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Les Invalides, where his mausoleum is located, as well as exploring central Paris.

With so many fantastic attractions just a stone's throw from Paris, no trip to the City of Lights is complete without exploring the greater Paris area. Don't settle for a typical sightseeing tour when you can try this private excursion on a vintage motorcycle sidecar. Let your guide whisk you to top city sights—including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe—and Versailles.

Experience the best of Paris' bohemian Marais district—and discover sights and stories you wouldn't otherwise encounter—on this private walking tour. With just your guide for company, view sights from the Place des Vosges to the Centre Pompidou, learning about the area's identity as Paris' Jewish district in the process. Then, discover the Marais' hip present tense when you view sleek art galleries, busy bistros, and chic boutiques.

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.

If you’re an art lover and you’ve seen the spoils of Paris’ world-class museums, continue your sightseeing on a private day trip to Giverny and Auvers, associated with renowned artists such as Monet and Van Gogh. Skip the stress of navigating trains and public transportation, and relax as you’re driven into the countryside with all logistics taken care of.

Discover two of France’s most exquisite landscapes on a private, full-day tour of Giverny and Versailles from Paris. Walk the Japanese bridges and garden paths that Claude Monet immortalized in his impressionist paintings, and see ponds that overflow with blooming water lilies and irises. Continue to the royal retreat of Versailles to tour the 17th-century palaces and elegant grounds. Explore the hall of mirrors, state apartments and gardens, and learn about the lives of Versailles’ most iconic kings, queens and courtiers before returning to Paris.

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.

Discover the vineyards of the famous Champagne region on this private 10-hour tour from Paris. Your personalized guide takes your group of up to six people to taste delicious bubbly at a top Champagne producer, such as Moët-et-Chandon, Taittinger or Veuve-Cliquot, as well as one smaller producer in La Montagne de Reims or Marne Valley. Visit the historic town of Hautvillers and learn how Champagne began with a monk. Stop by Reims Cathedral, where the kings of France were once crowned, before returning to Paris.

Paris is full of wonderful open-air markets, but visitors can find it difficult to navigate them without speaking the language or knowing the local customs. This small-group tour makes it as easy as possible, exploring an organic farmer’s market near the Eiffel Tower with a born-and-raised Parisian and food and history lover. Sample Parisian pastries, produce, wine, and more, and chat with local producers and farmers along the way.

Dining out is a highlight of visiting Paris, but sometimes you want to swap the impersonal ambience of a restaurant for an intimate, at-home dinner. If you don’t have personal friends in Paris, enjoy this luxurious, multi-course meal, held right at your host's apartment in Montmartre. Indulge in a gourmet set menu of organic, locally sourced food (plus wine from his diverse collection), and converse with just a small group of fellow diners.

Escape Paris for half a day and travel to the quaint town of Giverny to immerse yourself in Claude Monet's house and gardens. Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers in a private minibus included. Take a guided tour of the Impressionist painter's gardens, then explore his former house independently, with all entrance fees included.

Head off the tourist trail—and immerse yourself in Paris' historic covered passages—on this one-of-a-kind walking tour. Enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide as you stroll through the shopping arcades and hear stories of life in 19th-century Paris. You'll also visit the gardens of the Palais Royal, and will have time to shop for souvenirs at the artisan boutiques.

Explore the very heart of Paris on this group guided walking tour around the Ile de la Cite. Starting at Notre-Dame Cathedral, follow your guide around to architectural and historical gems including Sainte-Chapelle, Mont Saint-Michel Pont des Arts, and the Louvre Pyramid, while learning more about the City of Light’s history and culture.

Gathering at the foot of the iconic structure, your guide will unravel the enigmatic tale surrounding the Eiffel Tower's creation in the late 1800s. For years, engineers grappled with the quest for the perfect design until a mysterious figure emerged, armed with advanced mathematical calculations that baffled all others. Was this elusive persona the namesake himself, Gustave Eiffel, returning from beyond the grave to oversee his magnum opus? Descending into the shadows beneath the intricate ironwork, we'll seek echoes of the countless souls who met tragic fates during the tower's construction. From harrowing falls to equipment mishaps, the early days of the tower bore witness to no shortage of mortal drama. Some insist that the ghosts of those lost linger within the landmark to this day. Will you witness paranormal phenomena firsthand amidst the heights of Paris after nightfall? The only way to find out is to join our Eiffel Tower Exterior: Ghost & Haunted Walking Tour

Experience the height of French royalty with a boutique, expert-led journey through the world’s most opulent palace. Avoid the stress of the crowds with priority entrance and a limited 20-guest group designed for travelers seeking a personalized experience. Your professional English-speaking guide brings the Greco-Roman splendor of the Royal State Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors to life. After the guided palace tour, the entire 800-hectare estate is yours. Your premium ticket includes self-guided access to the Royal Gardens. You also hold the key to the Estate of Trianon, the King’s private getaway, and Marie Antoinette’s rustic Hamlet. Enjoy the freedom to explore these legendary grounds at your own pace, ensuring a seamless balance of expert storytelling and independent discovery. You can visit for as long as you wish after the tour.

Paris is world-renowned for its pastries and sweet treats, but it can be hard for visitors to know where to find the best examples. Leave all the planning to your guide, and head to locals-loved bakeries and dessert businesses, on this small-group or private walking tour. Start with a buttery croissant or pain au chocolat, taste premium chocolates and pralines, and try artisan-made profiteroles, all while learning about France’s culinary history.

Whether you’re just arriving in Paris or saying goodbye at the end of your stay, make sure your travel between the city and Orly Airport is smooth and stress-free. Avoid the hassle of catching public transportation after a long flight, or the risk of being late for your flight home, with a private transfer service. For arrivals, your driver tracks your flight to ensure they are on time.

Begin and end your Paris vacation on a high note with a private round-trip airport transfer. The experience begins with a prompt pickup from the Charles de Gaulle (CDG) arrival hall, followed by a comfortable ride to your hotel. When it’s time to depart, your driver will meet you outside your accommodation and ensure you arrive at the airport with time to spare. All you have to do is provide your flight information.

Travel back in time and get lost in the maze of the famous Paris cemetery. The dreamlike and fantastic world of Père Lachaise cemetery and its unusual stories will be told to you. Let yourself be surprised by the mysteries it harbours!

Paris is widely celebrated for its food scene, though first-time visitors don’t always know where to go to experience it. This small-group tour lets you optimize your time by exploring with a foodie insider, who takes you straight to must-visit culinary landmarks. Make numerous stops for prestigious tastings—including authentic croissants, artisan cheese and charcuterie, award-winning brioche, and much more—and spot the Palais Royal and other attractions along the way.