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Paris: Your Perfect Private Customized Day Tour–Half or Full Day

Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Paris, France
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Booked 5+ times in 12 hours.
  • 3 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Brian_V ·
Feb 2026
Our tour and guide were phenomenal! Gerrit was very knowledgeable, outgoing, and really nice. Me and my wife really enjoyed his company. Gerrit was punctual and patient. Half day tour was perfect in the sense of significant walking and transit. I loved how he already had Métro passes ready for us and knew where to go. Definitely worth the money for a more private and intimate tour.
· Randal_B ·
Jan 2026
Helle She was an outstanding tour guide. She arrived on time at our hotel. She had reached out ahead of time to find out what our interest were and tailored our 3 1/2 hours to our interest.. She was extremely well organized. She was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our time very much.

Overview

Experience Paris like an insider, and see the city’s popular attractions and secret hidden gems on a half- or full-day private tour that’s designed just for you. You choose what you want to see in the city, and your ideal day in Paris is pre-planned for you, complete with customized transportation. Catch sight of the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral or the Eiffel Tower. Whether you’re interested in history, art, food, or something else, your guide (who’s born and raised in the City of Light) helps you make the most of your time in Paris.
  • Tick lots of Paris sights off your bucket list in one fell swoop
  • Discover hidden gems that only a local can show you
  • Choose the length of tour that works best for you
  • Enjoy your guide's full attention in a private group

What's Included

  • Private guide exclusively for your party
  • Custom-built itinerary
  • Public transport (including Paris’ historic metro)
  • Museum tickets available on request (extra museum and guide fees apply)
  • Half Day 3.5 hours or Full Day 7 hours. Your choice
  • See major landmarks & areas of your choice e.g. River Seine, Louvre, Montmartre, Eiffel, Notre-Dame
  • Hotel meet-up - we meet you at your accommodation in Paris.
  • Food or drinks
  • Private car. Not needed but available on request. Extra fee would apply.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Our guide can meet you at your hotel, train station or any other location in central Paris. Just let us know where it should be, so that we can arrange details.

Itinerary

Make the most of your time in Paris on this premium private tour that’s tailor-made to suit your desires. Before your tour date, speak with your guide ahead of time to share your interests and ideas so they can prepare a perfect itinerary in advance. Your personalized itinerary is provided to you with your perfect day in Paris.

On the morning of your tour, meet your guide at your hotel. Make any final adjustments to your itinerary as you set out to see legendary Parisian landmarks Your guide arranges all transportation, which may include riding public transportation or catching a taxi or two.

If you have specific ideas in mind, your guide makes them happen, while sharing a Parisian’s perspective along the way. Or let your guide pick local attractions and tucked-away gems that most visitors miss, such as the secluded side streets in the village of Montmartre. You set the pace for the day and stop as often as you like. When hunger strikes, your guide leads you to some of the best dining spots in town, whether you crave a casual café or fine dining (own expense).

Admire the Gothic architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral, stand next to the Eiffel Tower and take in its structural beauty—whatever you do, it's up to you.

See below for a sample Itinerary of what your Paris experience could include. Meals, entrance fees, and airport transfers are not included.
1

Eiffel Tower

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

2

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Admission Ticket Free

3

Louvre Museum

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Le Marais

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

6

Montmartre

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

The Seine

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

8

Musee d'Orsay

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

9

Arc de Triomphe

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

10

Sainte-Chapelle

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

11

Latin Quarter

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • After you book, our local Paris team contacts you (email or phone) to fine-tune the itinerary around your preferences.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 546 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We had an amazing day...

Cassie_B, Mar 2026
We had an amazing day with Margaux. She taught us so much about Paris and made it an unforgettable day for our kids. Highly recommend

Excellent guide Helle

bolgerbolgergals, Mar 2026
Helle was an excellent guide. She tailored to exactly what we wanted, but also brought her expertise knowledge to our 7 hour walking day tour. We were thrilled to see all that we saw and her sparkling personality! Such a great tour guide and a great day in Paris thanks to Helle!

Great walking tour

Duane_S, Mar 2026
This was a great tour. We selected the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower. Our guide, Virginie was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Best parts of Paris

Michael_B, Mar 2026
Best way to see the best parts of Paris. Our guide, Dominique, was able the plan a full day of Paris highlights and great local spots.

Perfect walking tour.

Andrew_S, Mar 2026
Helle was a great guide. She met us where we were staying to start the tour. She was very knowledgable and very adaptive to what our interests were. The best way to discover a city is to walk through it. It was a perfect tour.

Loved everything

Noelle_G, Mar 2026
Virginie was exceptional, our tour was so personalized and seeing Paris with a true local was perfect. 10/10!!

It was amazing. Virginie...

April_M, Mar 2026
It was amazing. Virginie was wonderful! She catered to what we wanted to see and helped us when the kids needed a snack. It was a great experience.

Our tour and guide were...

Brian_V, Feb 2026
Our tour and guide were phenomenal! Gerrit was very knowledgeable, outgoing, and really nice. Me and my wife really enjoyed his company. Gerrit was punctual and patient. Half day tour was perfect in the sense of significant walking and transit. I loved how he already had Métro passes ready for us and knew where to go. Definitely worth the money for a more private and intimate tour.

Rainy day in Paris

Ralph_C, Feb 2026
Max, our guide for the afternoon, could not have been more knowledgeable of the areas we visited. Our tour was well very planned. Most people would have cancelled due to the weather, we are so glad we didn’t.

Amazing experience-do not hesitate to book

Maryann_N, Jan 2026
We had a wonderful tour with Audrey. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. She taught us and showed us so many interesting sites of Paris

Outstanding tour guide

Randal_B, Jan 2026
Helle She was an outstanding tour guide. She arrived on time at our hotel. She had reached out ahead of time to find out what our interest were and tailored our 3 1/2 hours to our interest.. She was extremely well organized. She was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our time very much.

Walking tour of Paris

Toni_H, Jan 2026
Margot our guide was a lovely young girl who was very knowledgeable about the history of Paris and we saw things that we would not of seen and were not on our radar which was fabulous for us

Garrett was an excellent...

Carey_R, Jan 2026
Garrett was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable on Paris attractions and sights only known to locals. Accommodated our request for a coffee shop too! Enjoyed seeing pedestrian streets in Old Paris, St Germain, and Latin Quarter. Left us with a local lunch spot. Highly recommend!

Fun tour and experience for our family of four on Christmas Day

Lisa_L, Jan 2026
We had a great day with our guide, Virginie, who willingly took our booking on Christmas Day, which we were so thankful for. She was super knowledgeable and had a great personality, keeping the day fun and interesting for us and our two teen boys. We walked all around central Paris and she took wonderful pictures for us and gave many facts that we appreciated. Highly recommend this company and booking specifically with Virginie!

Worked with us!

Matt_S, Dec 2025
The tour was wonderful! Yasemin was excellent! Truly knowledgeable! Our travel plans we interrupted and we had to reschedule from a morning to afternoon tour and they worked with us! Can’t say enough positives!

Great day exploring Paris

Francisco_N, Dec 2025
We had an excellent full day tour of Paris with our lovely tour guide, Virginie. The tour was for our family of 5. She was very enthusiastic about showing us the wonderful city of Paris, and took us where we were most interested in visiting including a vegan shop! Thank you Virginie for a great introduction to Paris.

I thought we would be...

Elaine_P, Dec 2025
I thought we would be able to do/see more. I know it was 1/2 day but we didn’t feel we got a full experience.

Amazing personalised...

Rebecca_G, Dec 2025
Amazing personalised experience. Saw the sites of Paris on foot....so much more than we could ever have expected 😊

Great day with “V”! She...

ccator, Dec 2025
Great day with “V”! She was very knowledgeable and was happy to share her knowledge. A great day in Paris!

Our guide was very nice...

IRA, Nov 2025
Our guide was very nice and informative about the city. We highly recommend Virginia, she did a wonderful job.

Highlight of my trip to Paris

Edgar_L, Nov 2025
Garrett was the perfect guide for our walking tour. He arrived at our hotel early to pick us up, and even brought us a birthday present. I requested a customized tour, and Garrett delivered. He shared the stories behind all the sites we visited and included the cultural, and the global significance of the location. He did his research, was very patient, and aware of us needing breaks, or more time at specific sites. He had his iPad with him, so he shared images that illustrated details at each location for added context. If you are looking for a good communicator, with a worldly view, and an all around good person, ask for Garrett. (He also speaks several languages, you can’t go wrong)

Great experience

Regina_B, Nov 2025
It is very personalized. You are able to customize your own site seeing spots. And the travel guide will accommodate your wishes.

Highly Recommend

Allie_G, Nov 2025
This was a must do if you don't have much time in Paris, but want to see all the sites. Max was a great guide as he personalized the tour based on things we had not seen yet and knew all the history on each site. He even offered recommendations on things to do around the city. I highly recommend booking this!

An Amazing Private Walking Tour with Max!

Michelle_B, Nov 2025
We had an absolutely fantastic experience on our private walking tour with Max! From the very beginning, communication was smooth and professional, and everything went perfectly according to plan. Max greeted my mom and I warmly and immediately made us feel comfortable — his passion for the city and its history was contagious. Throughout the tour, Max shared fascinating stories and insights that really brought the sights to life. He struck the perfect balance between history, culture, and fun local anecdotes, tailoring the tour to our interests and pace. We never felt rushed, and he even showed us some hidden gems we never would have found on our own. What really stood out was how personable and knowledgeable Max is — you can tell he truly loves what he does. We left the tour feeling like we’d explored the city with a friend rather than a guide. We highly recommend booking this experience through Viator. If you want a memorable, informative, and enjoyable way to discover the city, ask for Max — he’s the best!

Amazing Day In Paris!

Susan_C, Nov 2025
Best day ever! Nicole was so knowledgeable, fun, and flexible. She taught us so much about the city and have us tidbits of knowledge we would never have gotten on our own. We were only in Paris for a couple days but our time with her made us feel like we really experienced the feel of the city. Thank you Nicole!

Loved this private full day tour!

Melissa_V, Nov 2025
Our private guide Floriane was excellent and more!! She took us every place we wanted to see and had so much knowledge and history that helped us understand Paris so much! This is a must if your in Paris for short time and want to see as much as you can.

That they will see...

Patrice_C, Nov 2025
That they will see things, buildings, churches, latin quster, etc. that you never knew were in Paris

Lots of walking, be...

Carol_H, Nov 2025
Lots of walking, be prepared for the weather like umbrellas or raincoats. It was an amazing tour and we very much enjoyed the day. Our guide Flo, was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history and city!

We had a fun and...

Kate_F, Oct 2025
We had a fun and informative tour of Paris. Our guide Max was sweet, kind and super knowledgeable. He guided us through the metro to the Louvre, Notre Dame, and L’Arc d’ Triumph

Nice guide but boring tour with little great scenery

Raphael_C, Oct 2025
Our guide Margot was nice but introverted. She spoke perfect English so that was nice. But the tour was not what I expected. I asked to tour the Notre Dame and Saint Germain areas to see beautiful street scenes that were typically Parisien, for nice photos. Alas that didn’t happen. We waited in line to enter Notre Dame cathedral, which I didn’t expect to do and took 45 minutes, about 1/4 of the tour. We walked through Luxembourg Gardens which were nice, but then through Latin Quarter which didn’t have any nice scenery. She then dropped us off in the Saint Germain without really seeing any of it. I gave Margot a 40€ tip out of habit as an American, but really was somewhat disappointed with the lack of photo opportunities for a $500+ excursion. Would not repeat, unfortunately.
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