Top 10 Walking Tours in Paris, Ile-de-France

July 21, 2021 Darwin Bolte

Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. The 10 Tastings of Paris With Locals: Saint Germain Private Food Tour

3 Place Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris, France Withlocals
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Eat your way through Paris and taste the best of Saint Germain on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Tapenade and Macarons. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of the Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small group tour option available, Local Guide, 10 Food & Drinks Tastings, Vegetarian alternatives

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off

Reviewed By lauracath88

My college age daughter and I had a great time seeing the sights with Ali in Feb 2020. He took us to spots with beautiful views of the city by night -views we would not have found on our own. Ali was easy to reach to meet up with and was a friendly, helpful guide.

2. Versailles Full-Day Saver Tour: Palace, Gardens, and Estate of Marie Antoinette

1 Rue de la Convention, 75015 Paris, France Memories France
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Join us for a full day visit to the spectacular Chateau of Versailles, the most prestigious and famous royal palace in Europe. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors as Kings, Queens and courtiers used to. Explore the lavish state apartments and magnificent gardens, and learn how the glory of the Sun King shone throughout the world. Visit the beautiful gardens, once home to lavish balls and parties. Then experience Versailles as few do, and continue your tour to visit the private domain of Marie Antoinette. On this guided afternoon tour you will discover the exquisite Petit Trianon, her private mansion set in beautiful gardens. See the jewel of Versailles, the tiny theatre built specially for her, and end your visit at her picturesque Normandy village, complete with vineyard, farm and vegetable gardens. Including a visit to the hidden estate of Marie Antoinette is the only way to fully understand the history of Versailles.

Inclusions: Full day guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles and the Domain of Marie-Antoinette including the Petit Trianon and hamlet, Musical gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Expert, fully accredited local guides, Ride on the Petit Train to and from the Petit Trianon, Round-trip RER transfer from central Paris, Three course lunch with wine (if option selected)

Exclusions: Hotel pick up/drop off, Gratuities, Lunch (unless option selected)

Reviewed By sharonvnj

We had an excellent experience with out Memories France guide Caroline at the Musee D'Orsay. We met for a two hour tour on a Saturday morning - there were 6 of us in the small group. Caroline was very knowledgeable and provided background on many paintings to give us a depth of understanding we would never have had otherwise. Who would have known that the face in a painting of a funeral procession was the face of the Emperor of France, and what was being buried under the funeral pall was liberty? Many insight such as these made for an educational and informative tour. Highly recommend.

3. Eiffel Tower & Parisian Life Style Photo Shoot with a Local Photographer

Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France My Paris Photo Tour
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Visiting Paris? Time to live the dream! Walk around the city with a local professional photographer and take home the best images of your amazing trip. In a 100% Parisian life style photo shooting, get to know Paris' highlights and secrets and keep your memories forever. • 1h photo shooting with local professional photographer • 50-80 high resolution EDITED photos sent by mail after the shooting • groups up to ten people! • Ideal for celebrating your honeymoon, engagement photos, bachelor party, family trip, birthdays and more • props included for kids • kids friendly activity • fun, local and 100% passionate photographers! NOTE: you will be booked in the first available hour. You will receive an email about your tour hour, meeting point and recognizing your photographer within 7 days of booking. Please check your spam and contact with us if you have not received it.

Inclusions: local professional photographer (English, Spanish, French, Italian), 50 to 80 high resolution EDITED photographies, 50 to 80 medium resolution EDITED photographies for online sharing

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Reviewed By dankweasel

This photoshoot was a wedding present for some good friends. They enjoyed the experience very much and came back with amazing photos done by Isadora. She is professional, charming, responsive and very patient. A great person that will go on and beyond to make your experience unique and create moments you will cherish forever.

4. See 30 Plus Top Paris Sights with a Fun Guide

Anvers, 75018 Paris, France Paris Top Sights Tours
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Leave your map behind and follow me, your English showman, who will take you on exploration of 30+ top Paris’ sights. You will hear about and possibly meet some the legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Included in the tour, we will take in the incredible Eiffel Tower, a lively stroll through old Montmartre where Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso once lived, then upwards to the Sacre-Coeur for the best panoramic view of the City of Light. The show continues down with a view of the Champs élysées and the majestic Arc de Triomphe and not forgetting the Moulin Rouge we will experience a beautiful slice of French culture in the latin quater where you can pick up a snack (not included) from a nearby street market filled with patisseries. After that it's back on the trail. The English have over a 1000 years of experience in annoying the French, so I will be able to give you my personal insight on how to avoid certain embarrassing mis-understandings. Making this a super original experience.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Day Travel Card called a Mobilis zone 1&2 is worth getting as metro tickets are not included.

Reviewed By 444joyo

Will definitely recommend going on this tour as it was fun and educative. Ewan was a great tour guide and we had a great experience ????????

5. Private 2-Hour Guided Tour in Orsay Museum Paris

Musée d'Orsay, 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 75007 Paris, France Napoleone Tour
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4.9 based on 104 reviews

Enjoy this 2-hour private guided tour of Orsay Museum with the special focus on museum´s history and architecture and the 19th century art.

Inclusions: Private guided tour, Professional guide

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Reviewed By NSPFR

What is Parisian culture without its street art? Amateurs or connoisseurs will enjoy this personalised tour through Ménilmontant and Belleville: unique pieces to discover, the guide shares his passion and expertise at your pace... simply a must do. Highly recommended!

6. Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris with Skip-the-Line

Javel, 75015 Paris, France Memories France
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4.9 based on 54 reviews

Join this half-day tour to the prestigious Palace of Versailles and Gardens. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. See the Hall of Mirrors, lavish staterooms, and beautiful gardens. Your English-speaking guide will lend their expertise to enhancing the experience with historical facts and interesting anecdotes. Take the RER train from Paris and enjoy skip-the-line access, a real time-saver.

Inclusions: Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (operates on weekend from April through October, Round-trip transportation from central Paris to Versailles by RER train, Fully accredited English-speaking guides, Headsets when appropriate so you can always hear your guide, Fully guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected), All reservations and entrance fees to the Palace of Versailles, with skip the line timed entance.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fully guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (unless option selected)

Reviewed By sharonvnj

We had an excellent experience with out Memories France guide Caroline at the Musee D'Orsay. We met for a two hour tour on a Saturday morning - there were 6 of us in the small group. Caroline was very knowledgeable and provided background on many paintings to give us a depth of understanding we would never have had otherwise. Who would have known that the face in a painting of a funeral procession was the face of the Emperor of France, and what was being buried under the funeral pall was liberty? Many insight such as these made for an educational and informative tour. Highly recommend.

7. Montmartre and Moulin Rouge and Sacré Coeur Walking Tour

Moulin Rouge, 82 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris, France Localers
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Travel back to a time of quaint cobblestone streets and country village charm during this 2-hour small group walking tour of Montmartre (maximum 8 participants). Trace the footsteps of artistic heroes like Picasso, Van Gogh, Renoir and Toulouse-Lautrec as we reveal an old-world magic that only Paris can deliver. Venture off the beaten path to explore secret walkways, cafes, and the city’s last remaining vineyard. Start with the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret and finish at the majestic Sacré Coeur basilica for unparalleled views of Paris down below.

Inclusions: English-speaking expert guide, Small-group tour (max. 8 travelers)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By WarrenS1144

Sean was an amazing guide - on a cold and wet day, he made the dreadful period of Paris under the Nazi occupation come alive. His stories about the macro-events was expertly blended with a focus on individual stories too, and the time flew by. I would heartily recommend him to anyone!

8. Paris Photoshoot Tour with Professional Photographer

Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France Paris Ganda
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Create long lasting souvenirs of your holidays with a Photoshoot tour at the places of your choice in Paris for 1, 2 or 3h. I will of course take your pictures around the most iconic monuments of Paris but also in more low key places such as the métro, cafés or streets. We will travel around Paris together by walk or public transports while I capture the best moments and enjoy our time like we were tourists enjoying Paris. I do not take usual tourist pictures, but with a unique touch, you can see some samples above, I hope that you’ll like them and I will meet you on my tour!

Inclusions: 1 to 3h private professionnal photoshoot in Paris, Choose the different places you want to visit, Photos at the most iconic places of Paris & also at everyday life places, 200 - 400 pictures received by email, Your favorite 15 to 25 pictures retouched

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Public transport tickets

Reviewed By JUDY3KIDS

Paris Ganda was amazing! Semi was so nice and pleasing with all of our request. I would definitely recommend this tour!!!

9. Renew Your Wedding Vows in Paris

Carousel of the Eiffel Tower, Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, France A Taste of Paris (Voyages LLC)
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Reaffirm your feelings for your beloved in the most romantic city in the world! With this vows renewal package in Paris, meet at your chosen location in central Paris where your celebrant will read your vows. Afterward, take a stroll among the most famous landmarks of this world-class city. A professional photographer will be there every step of the way to document this amazing experience, and you’ll receive between 130-150 HD photos by email at no additional cost. If you upgrade to the video option, you'll also receive professional video footage. Don’t miss this chance to make your time in Paris truly unforgettable!

Inclusions: Vow renewal ceremony, Professional photographer, Between 130-150 HD photos of the event

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By LetsTravelllll

This company is simply MyGenieInParis that has rebranded itself in order to hide all the awful reviews they have under that name. Stay away. We attempted a skip the line tour with them, they didn't show up and then said we were the no shows! Fortunately I booked with a credit card and was able to dispute it to get my money back. Read the negative reviews.

10. Group or Private Paris Catacombs Special Access Tour

2 Avenue du Général Leclerc, 75014 Paris, France Walks
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Due to Covid19, until the end of 2020, this tour will be amended to ensure your safety: Group size and tour duration may be reduced. This will be amended as Covid restrictions relax in accordance with local regulations Below the streets of Paris lurks an entire secret history of the city’s dead. On this unique storytelling tour, you’ll visit the Paris Catacombs to see the remains of millions of Parisians and learn about the fascinating ways in which this ancient city has dealt with its dead. As you explore these eerie tunnels you also enjoy special access to parts of the Catacombs usually closed to the public and facts and stories from an expert local guide.

Inclusions: Skip the line access to Paris Catacombs, Access to special areas of Paris Catacombs, Expert English/ French speaking guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Reviewed By PrincessPete

Liars & Thieves. This company has stolen our money. Will not refund under the terms & conditions that this was purchased. Have promised credit, but have not given any proof that this will be available. Do not book with this company.

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