Top Paris Architecture Tours

Head to the coast of Normandy to visit Mont-Saint-Michel on this day tour from Paris. You'll receive an orientation from a guide, and then enjoy time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site independently with an audio guide or by wandering the hilly streets at your leisure. Transportation is by coach from Paris.

Get an introduction to Notre Dame on this one-hour guided tour. Skip the history books and let your guide bring the cathedral to life with fascinating stories and insights you might otherwise miss. Admire remarkable sculptures, stunning stained-glass windows, and sacred spaces of worship as you uncover centuries of history. With its shorter duration, this tour is perfect for travelers who want expert context before continuing to explore on their own.

Explore the rich history and modern charm of Le Marais, Paris’s trendiest neighborhood. Join a small group (max 8) for a 2-hour guided tour and discover hidden gems with your local guide. Embark Paris’s most stylish neighborhood is known for its rich history and unique blend of old and new. With an intimate group, you’ll enjoy a personal experience led by a knowledgeable local guide. Discover the centuries-old architecture, including hidden hôtels particuliers, and explore the vibrant Jewish Quarter. Stroll through historic spots like Place des Vosges and the Marché des Enfants Rouges while learning how Le Marais evolved from its medieval roots to its current status as a cultural hotspot. Your guide will reveal hidden treasures and fascinating stories about Le Marais’s past, from the Templar Order to its modern-day art galleries and boutiques.

Make the most of your time at Père Lachaise Cemetery by booking this walking tour, where your guide fills you in on all the history, nature, and stories of famous people who influenced French culture. You learn more from your guide than you could from any guidebook, plus they will make sure you don’t miss out on any of the cemetery’s special places.

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.

Explore Paris at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour. Get on and off wherever and whenever you want for the duration of your ticket. Enjoy a panoramic view of the streets of the French capital and hop off to discover the main attractions of the city. Benefit from an audio guide, available in several language.

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame is one of Paris’s top attractions, but anyone visiting this storied landmark on their own risks missing out on the stories behind its intricate Gothic design. Learn about its history—and explore other sights within Ile de la Cité—on this guided walking tour. Even better, tours are limited to a small group for a personalized experience.

Streamline your visit to Paris's Eiffel Tower with this skip-the-line tour to the 2nd floor. Save time and head straight inside the architectural structure, and enjoy views across the city you can't get anywhere else. Plus, accompanying commentary from a guide provides further insight into the tower itself. Choose to upgrade your experience to go to the summit of the tower and add on a relaxing sightseeing cruise down the Seine.

With so much history and countless dense neighborhoods, getting to know Paris can sometimes feel overwhelming. With this small group tour, get quickly oriented, visiting top bohemian and artistic highlights in the center of town. Highlights include viewing street art, watching artists at work in the lively Place du Tertre, walking the cobblestone streets to the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, and visiting Montmartre Village

Trade bustling city streets for the stunning UNESCO-listed chateaux of the Loire Valley—and pair your experience with a wine tasting—on this hassle-free, full-day tour from Paris. Tour two beloved castles in one trip, including Chambord (said to have inspired "Beauty and the Beast") and Chenonceau. Enjoy additional free time for lunch (own expense) in the quaint town of Blois, plus a complimentary tasting of local Loire wines.

Learn more about Paris’s architecture and history from your guide’s stories on this private tour around some of the city’s most vital buildings. On top of finding out fun facts you’d have missed on your own, your guide shares some of their top recommendations on where to eat, drink, and relax in the city after the tour is done.

Notre-Dame Cathedral and Saint-Chapelle are two of Paris’s most iconic landmarks and best-preserved medieval monuments—but appreciating their grandeur and craftsmanship can be tricky when you’re battling crowds for views. Treat yourself to a more intimate visit during this small-group tour, which combines insights and storytelling with guided interior visits.

Skip traditional sightseeing tours and see a different side to Paris on this small-group, street art walking tour. Enjoy exploring Belleville, an off-the-beaten-path area many travellers overlook, as your guide leads you to street art and graffiti highlights in the district. A great complement, or alternative, to a visit to the Louvre.

Savor the best views in Paris from the peak of the city's iconic Eiffel Tower with this exclusive tour that takes you all the way to the top tier. Join your guide and group of just six to take the glass elevator far above the crowds, and learn about the history and engineering of this famous landmark as you snap photos of the cityscape below. See Gustav Eiffel's office historical reconstitution with wax models and linger after to the tour to enjoy the view at your leisure.

The Musée d’Orsay is one of Paris’ top art museums, with a priceless collection of impressionist masterpieces. Ensure your kids both enjoy and learn from the experience when you book this private tour with a seasoned child wrangler who’s also an art historian. See works by Monet, Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Renoir enlivened with stories and games, and wrap up with glorious views through the old station clock.

Experience the glory of Versailles with ease on this half-day guided tour of the palace and its grounds. After traveling from Paris to Versailles by train, tour the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace. You’ll then enter the palace, where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms, including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. You'll then ride back to Paris at your convenience.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés draws visitors for its literary and artistic associations—Hemingway and Picasso among them—but navigating the neighborhood's specific landmarks, gardens, and lesser-known streets without local knowledge means missing the context that makes the area distinctive. This private walking tour covers the Luxembourg Gardens, St. Sulpice Church, a local bakery, and the neighborhood's café-lined streets.

Learn all about the history and Gothic architecture of the Notre-Dame de Paris with help from a local guide on this small-group outdoor tour. Listen as your guide explains the cultural significance of this iconic piece of the Paris skyline, and learn more about the vital renovation efforts to restore it.

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.

Visit Paris's largest open-air street art museum and spend time at the self-described largest startup campus on earth with this cycling tour. Your local guide will lead you and your group to Galerie Itinerrance in the 13th to check out gargantuan murals by some of the world's most celebrated street artists. You’ll also visit Station F, with its numerous startups and massive restaurant collection, before you return to your starting point.

Head to the very heart of Paris on a walking tour of the Ile de la Cité, home to Notre Dame Cathedral, with timed entry to the Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie. Delve into the city’s rich history, marvel at its imposing gothic architecture, and step inside the UNESCO-listed Conciergerie, the palace turned prison where Marie Antoinette was held during the French Revolution.

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.

Benefit from exploring the Louvre with your guide, who provides insightful commentary about the impressive collection, with this group tour. View famous works such as the Mona Lisa, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Venus de Milo, and admire other pieces, without the hassle of finding your way through the massive museum independently.