Paris Palais Garnier and Covered Passages Private Walking Tour

Paris, France

5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Step back in time to 19th-century Paris—and see a side of the city many travelers miss—with a private tour of the Opera Garnier, the opulent setting of The Phantom of the Opera. Admire the gilded interior, grand staircase and elaborate murals while learning the history of this institution. Then, follow your guide through the city's historic covered shopping arcades, known as passages couverts, for another glimpse into Parisian life in the past.

This two-in-one tour includes the Opera Garnier and covered passages
Upgrade to include pickup from your hotel
Spot landmarks and learn stories you'd miss on your own
A private tour ensures more personalized attention from your guide

What's Included

Professional guide
Private one-way transport from your hotel (only if option selected)
6-hour Private tour (Maximum 5 people)

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Transport to the Opera Garnier (unless option selected)
Transport back to your hotel

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel providing it is in central Paris (arrondissements 1 to 20, zip code beginning 75 only). If you are staying outside of central Paris, you will need to arrange a central meeting point, usually a metro station, when you reconfirm your tour. Transportation (taxi, bus, subway) is not included unless you select the option.

Operating hours
.9:30 am

Itinerary

Immerse yourself in the luxuriant world of 19th-century Parisian high society on this two-in-one, private tour.

Begin your tour at the Opera Garnier (or upgrade to include pickup from your hotel). Also known as Palais Garnier, the opera house is among the most famous in the world, and was immortalized as the setting for The Phantom of the Opera. Admire its monumental beaux-arts exterior, and marvel at the opulence of its chandelier-lined hallways and painted ceilings, including a modern mural by Marc Chagall.

Next, discover Paris' passages couverts. These covered shopping arcades were once an important part of Parisian commerce. Many have been restored to their former splendor and still house charming boutiques, galleries, and cafés today.

Your half-day tour concludes in the afternoon in central Paris. Your guide can point you back to your hotel, or provide tips so you can continue sightseeing on your own.

Palais Garnier

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Passage des Panoramas

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
If you do not select the private transport option, your guide will accompany you by public transport (usually metro) from your hotel to the Opera Garnier
Not wheelchair accessible

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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The Opera House was so beautiful and...

MaryLou_M, Jul 2016

The Opera House was so beautiful and our guide was so knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed it! The Passages were interesting, but the shops were our of my pricerange.