Top Paris Crime Tours

Explore Pigalle's historic cabarets and criminal haunts, uncovering Montmartre's sultry past and vibrant present with expert guides passionate about Paris's history and architecture.

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.

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.

Discover the dark side of the City of lights listening to your local guide telling you about the most terrible crimes and scandals that marked the inhabitants of Paris and shaped the history of France. Let's talk treasons, murders, trials, executions! What punishments were inflicted over the centuries? For who? Why was the guillotine invented? Who were the witches and why were they burned alive? Your expert local guide will lead you in the dark cobbled streets and tell you murder stories that marked the inhabitants of Paris forever. The story of landmarks you will see beautifully lit in the night and major events that shaped French history will help you understand the evolution of trials and justice in France. Please note that this tour is about historical events, not legends.

Step into 1934 Paris and investigate a chilling murder on this self-guided mystery tour through the Latin Quarter. Inspired by real events, this immersive experience challenges you to uncover clues and solve the crime, all while spotting major city highlights such as Notre-Dame Cathedral. Ideal for families, friends, or colleagues, this budget-friendly activity offers a unique way to discover Paris through storytelling, interactive play, and the excitement of solving a crime.

Ensure a memorable night out in Paris—and combine your sightseeing with a gourmet meal—aboard a luxurious dinner cruise along the Seine River. Float past the city’s famed monuments, such as the Louvre and Notre Dame, and admire the beauty of the Seine's UNESCO-listed riverbanks. Meanwhile, enjoy a gourmet, 3-4-course meal (depending on the menu selected), plus live musical entertainment.

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.

See the major sights of Paris from the water on a hop-on hop-off Seine boat cruise. With either a 1- or 2-day ticket, glide leisurely along the river, hopping off and on when you wish to visit the attractions that most interest you, such as the Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre and Notre Dame. Or simply stay on the boat to admire Paris’ World Heritage-listed riverbanks.

In the company of your guide, gain access to the tower's second level. Delve into the history of one of the world's most famous monuments and discover the exhibits and maps on display. Then, instead of rushing down, have free time to soak up the views on your own once the tour has finished.

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.