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See the best of Paris, all in one tour—and enjoy an inimitable way to travel aboard a retro Citroen 2CV—on this private tour. Pick from a range of start times to suit your schedule, meet your driver-guide directly at your accommodation, and set off. You’ll discover highlights such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Invalides, Montmartre, the Arc de Triomphe, and more, all while learning the stories behind the sights.

Known as “the empire of death” and home to the remains of some 6 million Parisians, the Paris Catacombs are lined with centuries-old skeletons—and are one of the city’s spookiest sights. On this small-group, skip-the-line tour, you’ll get to explore the medieval tunnels, view hidden chambers most tourists miss, learn about the landmark’s revolutionary and wartime history, and even stumble upon a resident ghost or two.

Long one of Paris’ most bohemian neighborhoods, and formerly home to artists like Picasso and Dali, hilltop Montmartre is full of charm—and this private tour offers the perfect way to discover it. Pick a time that works best for you, meet you guide, and set off on foot. The itinerary will be customized based on your preferences, but you can look forward to seeing lofty Sacré-Coeur Basilica, admiring the Moulin Rouge, discovering bakeries and flea markets, exploring areas most tourists miss, and more.

See a side of Paris that most people don't when you pedal around the illuminated avenues and floodlit monuments of at night. This evening bike tour, which also includes a Seine River sightseeing cruise, takes you past the Louvre, stop to view the Eiffel Tower and glide down the grand Champs Elysées. Finish your tour floating down the Seine beneath the twinkling lights of the city.

Jazz was born in New Orleans....but the Jazz Age flourished in New York & Paris, or to be more precise, Harlem & Pigalle. After WW1, numerous African American artists emigrated to Paris from Harlem, bringing with them a new style of music born in America : jazz. By the late 1920s, there were over 300 jazz clubs, bars and cabarets in Paris, for the most part in Pigalle. This is the fascinating story of the men and women who made Paris a mecca for Jazz, ushering in the Roaring 20s.

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.

The Louvre is the largest museum in the world, and navigating the sprawling galleries can be difficult for even veteran visitors. Simplify your visit—and listen to enriching background about the works on display—during this private guided tour. Tick off masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, while also uncovering the hidden must-sees that most people miss.

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Spend two hours touring Paris in a vintage Citroën 2CV with this private experience. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you around the city, with photo stops at some of the city's most iconic sites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Pantheon, the Latin Quarter, and Montmartre.

Enjoy a stress-free and fully customizable way of exploring the Louvre—one of the world’s largest and busiest museums—when you book this private, family-friendly tour. Pick between two tour durations, and meet your guide at the museum: with pre-booked ticket. See masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, and explore only the galleries that interest you most. Your guide will share stories about the artworks designed to entertain visitors of all ages.

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.

Explore the charming and historic district of Montmartre in Paris at your own pace with this app-based self-guided audio tour. See where artists like Picasso, Renoir, and Modigliani lived and worked, and famous sights like the Wall of Love, Basilica du Sacré Coeur, and the one of the last remaining vineyards in Paris. The app works offline and the audio plays automatically using your smartphone’s GPS, making for a seamless way to explore.

Save valuable vacation time with this tour of the Louvre with a small group (or upgrade for a private experience). With a guide in the lead, sail past the entrance lines and get started exploring immediately. No puzzling over a map and wandering aimlessly in the giant museum; your guide will lead you right to the must-see masterpieces, from Mona Lisa to the Venus de Milo, and teach you all about them.

Combine priority admission and a private guide to lead the way and you’ve got the best of the Louvre—especially at night. See Paris’ popular Louvre Museum while it’s less frequented and enjoy fantastic evening lighting in the galleries. Your guide points out Italian works by Raphael, Da Vinci, and Caravaggio as well as French sculptures lit in elegant courtyards. Tours are available on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Discover the beauty of Bruges on a day trip by luxury coach from Paris. Choose to explore with an audio guide or let a guide lead you on foot through the UNESCO-listed city center, from cathedrals to palaces. Admire the well-preserved medieval architecture and learn about the history of this picturesque Belgian town. Guided tour also includes a seasonal canal cruise.

Enjoy a hassle-free and informative visit to the Eiffel Tower by prebooking your entry with a guided tour. This admission ticket allows for a relaxing visit to the second floor of one of the world’s busiest monuments. Listen as your guide tells you about Paris’ colorful history, and admire views over Les Invalides, Notre Dame Cathedral, and other city landmarks. Upgrade for access to the summit.

The Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay are world-famous, but it can be hard for first-timers to navigate to the collection highlights. Instead, book this private or small-group tour and enjoy a personalized way to experience both art museums in just one day. Look forward to viewing the "Mona Lisa," "Venus de Milo," and impressionist works, all while learning insider facts and stories about the masterpieces.

While the Louvre receives up to 30,000 visitors per day, few will make the most of its numerous wings filled with iconic masterpieces. With skip-the-line access and storytelling, this tour will help you navigate the museum, discovering works like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, while learning their historical and artistic significance in context.

Take home souvenirs of your time in Paris by booking a private photoshoot near the Eiffel Tower. A professional photographer will help you feel more confident in front of the camera and offer you guidance on posing if you wish. The professional camera and high-quality images also mean that they won’t just look good online, but also as prints.

Discover one of the most important landmarks in Paris–and skip the long ticket lines outside–with this small-group tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Go beyond simple sightseeing, uncover hidden corners, and learn all about the monument’s history and architecture with insights from your guide. Along the way, hear tales of city legends and discover facts you might otherwise have missed.

If you're celebrating a special occasion and want to see the sights of Paris with a dash of classic charm, few experiences top this private sightseeing adventure where you glide through the city in an open-roof Citroen. You can hop into the car after easy pickup and let your guide chauffeur you through the City of Light, offering helpful narration as you go. Explore charming neighborhoods like Montmartre and the Latin Quarter, see top sights like the Moulin Rouge, and cruise down the elegant Champs-Elysées.

While in Paris, visit the atelier of a world-renowned hat maker and personalize your own creation. This 3-hour workshop lets you experience true Parisian craftsmanship and have something unique to take home as a remembrance. Observe traditional handcrafted techniques then choose the color, shape, and accoutrements, all made to measure.

Les Invalides (and its Army Museum, the Musée de l'Armée) is one of the most in-depth military history destinations in France—and this small-group (or private) tour offers the most in-depth way to explore it. You'll have plenty of opportunities to talk with your guide and ask questions as you visit its highlight collections and artifacts. Visit the exhibitions relating to Louis XIV and Napoleon Bonaparte, then head to the magnificent Dôme des Invalides to see Napoleon's tomb.

First-time Paris visitors certainly have a long list of sights to see, and chances are, most of them are on the itinerary of this Paris sightseeing tour. Join your guide for a fun walk through the city, where you can see the top landmarks in just a few hours. Highlights include views of the Arc de Triomphe, Pont Neuf bridge, and of course the iconic Eiffel Tower, complete with your guide's commentary as you go.