Top Paris Tours by Duration

Explore the City of Light's most memorable attractions, all on one comprehensive tour that visits more than 30 sights. Ideal for visitors with limited time, this walking tour includes stops outside the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Moulin Rouge, Sacré-Coeur Basilica, and beyond. With just your guide and small group for company, learn insider facts and stories as you go, and also have the chance to ride the Métro like a true Parisian (own expense).

There are few palaces as world-famous as Versailles, but with some 10 million annual visitors, you could spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. This half-day tour from Paris ensures a hassle-free experience with round-trip train transfers from the city and a guided tour of the staterooms, palace gardens, and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected).

Especially in peak season, the lines at the Palace of Versailles can be hard to believe. On this eminently civilized guided tour with a round trip transportation from Paris. Your guide will show you the most magnificent of the 2,000 rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors, the King’s State Apartments, and the King’s Private Apartments, then introduce you to the magical 2,000-acre (800-hectare) gardens.

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.

Explore the best of Versailles, all in just half a day—and pick between private or small-group options—on this seamless tour. Following handy pickup from central Paris, travel via air-conditioned vehicle to the UNESCO-listed château. Follow your guide through the palace and gardens of Louis XIV, with headsets included so you can hear their every word.

During this private excursion, explore the iconic Palace of Versailles with a professional art historian guide who provides rich historical context and insight. Ideal for first-time visitors or those on a tight schedule, this half-day tour includes highlights such as the palace, gardens, the Hall of Mirrors, and more.

Experience Paris in a way few people have: aboard a private, eco-friendly electric golf cart. You and your travel companions can choose from several itineraries to fit your schedules, from short tours of central Paris to full-day excursions. Each golf cart seats up to three passengers plus your driver-guide, and larger groups can book multiple vehicles and cruise through the city together.

The Louvre's 35,000 artworks can overwhelm even seasoned museum-goers. This focused tour cuts through the chaos, guiding you straight to the collection's must-sees, including the Mona Lisa and the Winged Victory. Your guide shares the history behind each masterpiece and shares lesser-known stories of art heists and hidden details. Personalize your tour to suit you, with group, small-group, or private options to match your budget.

Experience culture and art through the ages with a small-group or private guided tour of Paris’s Louvre Museum. With skip-the-line access, you'll avoid long queues and have more time to discover many of the museum's best-known collection highlights. 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.

Every neighborhood in Paris has a story, and every story starts at the table. Choose from three routes through the city's most storied food districts: the most complete way to taste the world capital of gastronomy. The Classic tours explore either Montmartre, the first food tour opened in Paris, or the Latin Quarter and Ile de la Cité with Notre Dame as your backdrop. Ten tastings including artisanal cheeses, cured meats, crêpes, chocolates, macarons, wine and our Signature Secret Dish, with no more than 12 guests. Short on time? The 2-hour Express cuts through Rue Montorgueil and Les Halles, the historic "belly of Paris." Aged Comté, a truffled croque monsieur, fine French wine and a sweet surprise, finishing steps from the Louvre. Three routes, one philosophy: the most authentic way to taste Paris.

Optimize your time in France’s capital city and cover its blockbuster sights in just a few hours with this private half-day driving tour. Zip between the sights without the hassle and delays of public transport, stopping to marvel at highlights like the Arc de Triomphe, Louvre Pyramid, and Cathedral of Notre-Dame. Admire views from Montmartre and Trocadero and learn about Paris and its culture from your local driver. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Imagine how the extravagance of Versailles was part of everyday life for Marie Antoinette during a guided tour of the palace with a chance to watch the fountain show (seasonal). Take advantage of reserved access to avoid the long lines at the start of your tour. Gaze in wonder at the Royal Apartments and the Queen’s Apartments, and walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors to the Salon de la Guerre and the Salon de la Paix. Plus, explore the expansive gardens on your own after the palace tour.

Explore Paris on your own terms with a customized city visit with a local host. You'll get to spend two to eight hours with an expert Parisian, who can show you all sorts of off-the-beaten-path gems, from restaurants to shops to lesser-known museums. Your guide can also help you plan the rest of your trip, setting you up with itineraries suited to your own needs and interests.

Pedal through the parks of Versailles and enjoy timed entrance to the magnificent palace on this full-day tour from Paris. Learn the secrets of palace life, the truth about Marie Antoinette and the palace’s role in the French Revolution on a bike tour of Marie-Antoinette's Hamlet and the Petit and Grand Trianons. Visit Palace of Versailles, where you have time to explore the apartments and Hall of Mirrors independently. Discover the market with your guide and delve into the flavors of French cuisine.

Zip around the boulevards and plazas of Paris on an action-packed 45-min, 90-min, or 3-hour Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use Segway, then follow your private guide on a scenic tour around the Champ de Mars, Champs-Elysées, and the Seine waterfront. Glide past Paris landmarks like Musée d'Orsay and the Grand Palais, and hop off along the way to snap photos of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe.

When in Paris, don’t miss the chance to visit Giverny Monet’s house and gardens. This hassle-free, half-day group tour provides convenient round-trip coach transport from Paris. It is a group tour, yet you have time to explore Monet’s house with an audio tour, plus have free time to wander in the grounds. Bring some extra cash in case you want to grab a drink at the local cafe.

See Paris like a local as you pedal around its vibrant neighborhoods, lively markets, and hidden sights on this small-group bike tour. Explore the bohemian Latin Quarter, the Jewish communities of Le Marais, and the historic Place de la Bastille, as well as enjoying views of iconic landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral. With plenty of rest stops and photo opportunities, this tour is suitable for a range of ages and fitness levels.

Spin through the city streets like a local and explore the French capital in style on this bike tour of Paris. Follow your guide to top attractions such as Les Invalides, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower. Cycle along the UNESCO World Heritage–listed banks of the Seine River and stop for a break among the trees in the pretty Tuileries Gardens. As you go, soak up the city's unique ambiance.

Travel with a small group—including hotel pickup from Paris—and spend a day touring the Champagne region. Visit a world-renowned Champagne house such as Veuve Clicquot, Mumm, Lanson, Nicolas Feuillatte (based on availability) as well as smaller estates. Experience multiple tastings and learn how the popular bubbly drink is made as you stroll through sprawling vineyards and enter cellars. Plus, enjoy a gourmet lunch at a family-run winery.

Discover the pleasures and history of the Champagne region—and see and do more than you easily could alone—on this full-day, small-group tour from Paris. Round-trip transit is included, so getting there is made simple. Upon arrival, visit two different wineries for tours and tastings, and learn all about the growing, harvesting, and bottling processes. You can also spot highlights such as Reims Cathedral, and enjoy time for a gourmet lunch (own expense).

Check off three UNESCO–listed Loire Valley châteaux in just one day—and make exploring beyond Paris city limits simple—on this full-day, small-group tour. Look forward to visiting Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise Châteaux, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Benefit from round-trip transit, included admission tickets, and time to explore with a guide and at your own pace. Then, enjoy a wine tasting before departing.

Bruges is an ideal day trip destination from Paris, but organizing transportation to explore independently takes time. This convenient tour takes care of the transportation for you, whisking you away from central Paris to Bruges in an air-conditioned bus. Depending on the season, you'll also enjoy a canal cruise. You’ll also have free time to browse the city—and its chocolate shops—independently.

Perfect for fans of French impressionism, this half-day trip whisks travelers from Paris to Giverny by luxury coach. Upon arrival to the Normandy village, where Claude Monet and other artists lived and painted, enjoy priority access to Monet's exquisite 19th-century home. Then, with an art historian as your guide (if upgrade selected), tour the flowerbeds, Japanese bridge, and water lily pond that served as inspiration for his best-known paintings.