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Make sightseeing in Paris easier with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access to the City of Light. Instead of relying on expensive taxis or figuring out public transportation, cruise through the heart of the French capital on an open-top bus past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, and more. Explore at your own pace and create your perfect Paris adventure.

Begin your tour at Place Blanche, once a lively nightlife hub, and discover its history of cabarets, crime, and bohemian culture in Montmartre and Pigalle. Continue to Montmartre Cemetery, opened in 1825, and learn about 19th-century burial traditions and Parisian attitudes toward death and spirituality. Walk along Rue Lepic, where Vincent van Gogh lived with his brother Theo, and hear how Montmartre influenced his life and artistic struggles. Discover the Lost Maquis of Montmartre, once a poor informal settlement shaped by hardship and crime, and explore its complex social history. Along the way, enjoy a tasting of local specialties, including a savory bite, a sweet treat, and a glass of wine, offering a true taste of Montmartre’s culture. End at Place du Tertre, a historic square linked to major events during the French Revolution and the Paris Commune.

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.

Enjoy a stress-free day of shopping by pre-booking your private round-trip transfers from Paris to La Vallee Village, part of the Val d’Europe complex near Disneyland Paris. Relax as your driver picks you up at your Paris hotel or accommodations and takes you directly to La Vallee Village, saving you time.

Explore the dark side of Parisian history that most tourists miss on this chilling walking tour through the most blood-soaked alleys and landmarks in the city. Stroll past the city’s premier sights as your guide regales you with tales of infamous crimes, shocking scandals, and eerie hauntings. End at the Dernier Bar Avant La Fin Du Monde, a unique city watering hole, where you can exchange your voucher for a free drink.

With this 2h30 and 8km route, you will travel around the 13th arrondissement on a Segway. You will discover numerous murals, notably those of Seth, Inti and Okuda. Many photo stops are planned to immortalize your Street Art and Segway moments! Highlights: Lemur Microcebus from Bordalo II, Work by D*Face, Shepard Fairey and C215, Dr House from Invader...

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.

Explore Père Lachaise Cemetery, one of the most important graveyards in Paris and where many luminaries are buried, on this guided walking tour. Follow your guide around to the graves of celebrities such as Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Balzac, Gertrude Stein, Chopin, and more, and hear about love chronicles with the cemetery as a backdrop.

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.

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.

See a side of Paris many tourists miss on this private tour. Discover the trendy neighborhoods where young artists hang out and old cafés and bookshops that remain just as they were at the turn of the 20th century. See Paris’ modern graffiti and historic galleries, and learn where the best places for coffee and rooftop views can be found.

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.

Step into a stylish, cinematic version of Paris and experience the city as seen through the eyes of a young American discovering life in the French capital. This walking tour takes you through some of the most picturesque neighborhoods and instantly recognizable on-screen locations that have captured audiences worldwide. Begin in a charming Left Bank square that has become one of the most photographed spots in Paris, before strolling past the majestic Panthéon and through the elegant Jardin du Luxembourg. Along the way, uncover the stories behind Parisian romance, fashion, and everyday life as portrayed on screen. Cross the Seine via iconic bridges, admire the grandeur of the Louvre Museum, and wander through the chic arcades of the Palais-Royal. Throughout the tour, your guide will share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, filming insights, and cultural context that bring both the locations and their on-screen moments to life.

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.

Embark on a journey through history with our guided tour at Père Lachaise Cemetery. Located in the heart of Paris, this iconic resting place is a testament to the city's rich heritage and artistic expression. Our guides will introduce you to the final resting sites of renowned figures, from Oscar Wilde to Jim Morrison, sharing their captivating life stories.‍ As you stroll through this tranquil oasis, admire the artistry in the tombstones and sculptures that adorn the cemetery, each telling a unique tale of love and remembrance. ‍ Whether you're a history enthusiast, art lover, or seeking a peaceful escape from the city, our Père Lachaise Cemetery tour offers an unforgettable experience among a small group of 8 people max. Join us to explore the enduring echoes of eternity within these sacred grounds and discover Paris's cultural and historical legacy.

Take an informative stroll through cinematic history on this group guided walking tour in Paris. Starting at the Pont des Arts, follow your guide around the Left Bank and discover the filming locations from movies and television shows, while learning about location selection and hear the stories behind the scenes.

See Paris at its best during this nighttime tour that includes a show at the Moulin Rouge. Start with an illuminations tour past the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and other famous sights, made even more beautiful as they light up after dark. Then head to the Moulin Rouge, home of the cancan, in the Montmartre district, for a dazzling performance of "Feerie" plus a glass of half-bottle of Champagne. Upgrade your Paris experience to include a Seine River cruise to use at your leisure.

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.

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.

Forget the City of Lights and explore Paris’s darker side—parts of the city that most travelers never take the time to see—on this history-focused walking tour. Listen to stories of ghostly apparitions and ghastly crimes dating back to the Middle Ages as you traverse the streets surrounding Notre-Dame Cathedral and Pont Neuf on foot. Your guide remains in character as Edgar Allan Poe for an extra spooky ambiance.

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.

Since its release more than 20 years ago, *Amelie* has continued to capture the hearts of its viewers. This private walking tour of Paris lets you follow in the footsteps of the charming character and takes you filming locations that aren’t marked on the maps, so you’ll stray from the typical tourist trail.

Discover the world’s most famous works of art from a modern perspective on a private tour at the Louvre Museum in Paris. This guided visit is perfect for families and friend groups with varying ideas of what makes something considered art. As you stop to see the Mona Lisa, La Grande Odalisque, and other iconic paintings, your guide will show you their street-art interpretations from around the world and how they connect to today’s culture.

Explore Père Lachaise Cemetery, considered the most important graveyard in Paris and the final resting place of many luminaries, on this guided tour with a small group. Follow your guide around to the graves of Jim Morrison, Colette, Eugen Delacroix, and more, and hear stories about iconic and ordinary individuals buried here.