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Orangerie Museum Private Tour with Tickets and Private Guide

Discover the beauty of the Orangerie Museum with a private guided tour that highlights Monet’s Water Lilies and the contemporary works of David Claerbout. Begin by exploring Monet's iconic masterpieces in their designed space, before delving into the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume Collection featuring artists like Cézanne and Picasso. This tour allows for a personalized experience tailored to your interests, ensuring an engaging exploration of both Impressionist and modern art. - Private tour duration of 2 hours, focusing on Impressionism and modern art - Explore Claude Monet's full Water Lilies cycle and contemporary exhibitions - Access to the David Claerbout exhibition, encouraging new perspectives on art - Flexible itinerary and insights from an expert guide tailored to your preferences Monet’s Water Lilies, Modern Icons & the New David Claerbout Exhibition - Monet’s Water Lilies and the birth of modern artistic icons

Orangerie Museum Private Tour with Tickets and Private Guide

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hemingway at home in his Paris flat, looking the Bohemian author

You could read *A Moveable Feast*, Ernest Hemingway’s 1964 memoir about Paris. But there’s nothing like experiencing the famous writer's Parisian haunts yourself. Ideal for literary aficionados, this small-group walking tour delves deep into the Lost generation. Explore the Left Bank on foot, discovering places where Hemingway (and other luminaries like James Joyce, Gertrude Stein, and F. Scott Fitzgerald) once lived and worked, with archival photos to bring lost literary histories to life.

Hemingway in Paris - Small Group Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Louvre Museum Guided Tour

Louvre Museum Guided Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Eiffel Tower Access Tour to 2nd Floor with Summit Option by Lift

Eiffel Tower Access Tour to 2nd Floor with Summit Option by Lift

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Flâneurs of Belleville: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Neighbourhood's Art

Looking for a tour to take you off the beaten Paris path? This self-guided audio experience takes you strolling through the Belleville and Ménilmontant neighbourhoods. Learn the art of flânerie (city wandering) from a French literature scholar and learn all about the history and culture of these lesser-traveled areas. And with lifetime access to the tour, you can revisit it whenever you want.

Flâneurs of Belleville: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Neighbourhood's Art

30 to 45 minutes

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Pere Lachaise Cemetery Walking Tour Semi Private 12ppl Max

Unearth the secrets of Paris' largest and most famous cemetery on a small-group walking tour of Père Lachaise. Instead of navigating the maze of a cemetery on your own, follow your guide to the final resting places of luminaries including Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Chopin, and Oscar Wilde. With a group size limited to 10, you'll enjoy amore intimate and respectful experience at this hallowed landmark.

Pere Lachaise Cemetery Walking Tour Semi Private 12ppl Max

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Louvre Highlights & Mona Lisa Tour with Seine Cruise Ticket

Louvre Highlights & Mona Lisa Tour with Seine Cruise Ticket

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Portrait of Scott and Zelda by Alfred Cheney Johnston, 1923

Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Left Bank and discover the ‘Lost Generation’ of artists, writers, and jazz musicians who flocked to Paris between the two World Wars. See cafes and residences where the artists gathered, worked, and lived, including the likes of Ernest Hemingway, Gertrude Stein, James Joyce, William Faulkner, and Ezra Pound. Note that the bohemian Left Bank of the 1920s and 30s now is largely populated by high-end establishments.

Paris 1920: Lost Generation Writers of the Left Bank (Small Group Walking Tour)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the garden-like atmosphere and unique history of Paris' Père Lachaise Cemetery—and learn more than you would if exploring independently—on this private or small-group walking tour. Follow your guide to the graves of luminaries like Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Jean-Paul Sartre, and others, and learn more about the other remarkable personalities who lay buried within the beautiful stone walls.

Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Paris 3-Courses Gourmet Dinner Seine River Cruise with Champagne

Paris 3-Courses Gourmet Dinner Seine River Cruise with Champagne

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Paris Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

Paris Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour with Access

Experience culture and art through the ages with a guided tour of Paris’s Louvre Museum. Discover many of the museum's best-known collection highlights while your guide shares stories about the artworks and discusses the museum's long history—leave the brochure at home, your guide has better stories to share. Choose from a standard group, small-group, private, or self-guided express tour to fit your budget and schedule.

Louvre Museum Masterpieces Guided Tour with Access

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage

Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Paris on a guided walking tour that highlights the thoughts of renowned philosophers. Begin at Shakespeare & Company, where Simone de Beauvoir's feminist and existential ideas reshaped modern thought. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere that once inspired countless thinkers. At Notre-Dame, explore René Descartes’ arguments for God's existence, and on Île de la Cité, discover Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s revolutionary ideas. Conclude by discussing the impact of Condorcet and Voltaire on contemporary democracy and human rights amidst historical landmarks. - Engage with the intellectual history of Paris through its iconic sites - Visit significant locations linked to philosophers like Rousseau and Descartes - Enjoy a leisurely walk through the picturesque Latin Quarter - Expert guide shares insights on how Enlightenment ideas shape our world today

Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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2 Hours Small Group Tour in Orsay Museum

Paris’ Musée d'Orsay is a must-visit attraction for art lovers and anyone interested in learning more, but it can also be overwhelming if you’re just wandering around alone. Join a small-group guided tour for an intimate look at some of the collections’ most interesting and beautiful works of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. Learn more French art history and culture and get the chance to ask plenty of questions.

2 Hours Small Group Tour in Orsay Museum

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Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Orsay Museum Ticket Option

Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Orsay Museum Ticket Option

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided audio tour is about the life and times of Poland's greatest king, Jan III Sobieski. This man of legend, talent, and virtue was a warrior, statesman, and patron of the arts who sought peace. However, he was not afraid to lead in war. Over the course of 60 minutes, you will explore the Wilanów Palace complex to hear about the palace's history, symbolism, landscape, and the legendary battle which established Sobieski as a heroic figure throughout Europe.

Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Discover Paris' top Art Galleries in the heart of Le Marais

Embark on an inspiring exploration of Paris' contemporary art scene, guided by an artist and former gallerist with insider knowledge of the industry. This exclusive tour takes you to three of the city’s top contemporary galleries, where you'll gain unique insights into the latest exhibitions, uncover the stories behind the artwork, and engage in discussions with expert gallerists. With my background in the art world, I’ll share behind-the-scenes details about the creative process, market trends, and the evolving role of galleries in today’s art landscape. We’ll conclude our journey at a charming local café, the perfect setting to reflect on the experience over a warm beverage.

Discover Paris' top Art Galleries in the heart of Le Marais

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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sunset from the Place du Panthéon

Welcome to the Latin Quarter, this little corner of Paris that breathes culture, history... and everyday life. During this quiet and human-sized visit, I take you for a stroll in one of the oldest districts of Paris, where the steps still echo from the student debates of the Sorbonne, the verses of the cursed poets, or the whispers of history. More than just a historical setting, the Latin Quarter is a lively, curious place full of surprises, which I take you to discover at your own pace, without missing anything big and small. Through this tour, I offer you a look both grounded in the past and connected to the dynamic life of today’s neighborhood. An authentic, quiet and always unique and surprising experience So if you like old stones, forgotten stories and walks listening to the city... Come with me. The Latin Quarter has not finished surprising you!

Private and authentic tour of the Latin Quarter (Paris)

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Walking Tour Hemingway Paris

Discover Paris as Ernest Hemingway did on an exclusive private walking tour. Stroll through the enchanting hidden courtyards of the Latin Quarter and step inside the iconic Shakespeare and Company bookstore. Enjoy a coffee in the charming cafés of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, where Hemingway engaged with literary greats. Explore his first apartment in Paris, a place steeped in ambition and creativity. This intimate tour provides expert storytelling and insider knowledge, offering a unique perspective of the city that shaped a literary icon. Private walking tour focusing on Ernest Hemingway's Paris Visit the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookstore Sip coffee in historic cafés of Saint-Germain-des-Prés Explore Hemingway's first Paris apartment and its significance

Private Walking Tour Hemingway Paris

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Eiffel Tower Climbing Stairs Experience & Optional Summit Upgrade

Eiffel Tower Climbing Stairs Experience & Optional Summit Upgrade

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Louvre Museum Walking Tour (Small Group)

Step into the world’s most famous museum with ease - and meet its most iconic masterpiece without the stress. This 1-hour hosted visit is designed for travelers who want to see the Mona Lisa efficiently and with deep insights. With reserved entry, you’ll skip the long lines and enter the Louvre Museum alongside a licensed guide who brings Leonardo da Vinci’s legendary painting to life. Learn the fascinating history, secrets, and stories behind the Mona Lisa, then be personally escorted straight to her - no guesswork, no wandering. After your hosted visit, you’re free to continue exploring the Mona Lisa and the Louvre at your own pace. Highlights • Guaranteed access to the Mona Lisa with a licensed guide • Learn the history, mystery, and cultural impact of the world’s most famous painting • Skip-the-line reserved entry to the Louvre • Ideal for first-time visitors and short stays

Louvre Museum Walking Tour (Small Group)

1 hourFree Cancellation

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The Secret Senses of Paris: Perfume Creation & Chocolate Tasting

Experience Paris through its most captivating senses on this one-of-a-kind journey combining perfume, chocolate, and French craftsmanship. Begin at the iconic Fragonard Perfume Museum, where you'll discover the history of fragrance, explore rare ingredients, and learn how master perfumers—known as "noses"—create scents that evoke memories and emotions. Next, uncover the surprising connection between perfume and chocolate through interactive sensory experiences and a guided tasting of exceptional bean-to-bar chocolates from Alain Ducasse. Just steps from the Palais Garnier, Ducasse's celebrated chocolate manufacture is renowned for its artisanal approach, controlling every stage of production from cocoa bean selection to handcrafted creations. Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, couples, and anyone looking for an experience beyond traditional sightseeing.

The Secret Senses of Paris: Perfume Creation & Chocolate Tasting

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Paris Theatre and Musicals Walking Tour: Les Miz, Phantom…

Paris has a rich theatrical history, a tapestry of iconic characters from plays and novels that have inspired theatrical adaptations known across the world. Come with me to Unmask Paris and discover the locations and anecdotes behind some of the most unforgettable stories to have ever emerged from the City of Lights. This tour takes you from the iconic Moulin Rouge down by the Place du Chatelet in the historic Marais district, covering some of the most iconic characters from literature and musicals as well as a few of our beautiful theatres and their history. You'll hear about the absurd play that inspired the surrealists, America's favorite fighting Frenchman, some strange occurrences in the Palais Garnier and a relentless Police Inspector's last sighting and more!

Paris Theatre and Musicals Walking Tour: Les Miz, Phantom…

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Eiffel tower and river Seine in Paris, France

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Musée d'Orsay as seen from the Seine river in Paris

Musée d'Orsay

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People walking through the Hall of Mirrors of the Royal Palace of Versailles in France.

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