Half-Day Private Tour in Paris with Guide
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Paris, France
6 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Paris is beautiful but it's challenging to visit Paris in a short period. Don't worry, just grab a ticket for our tour and all your stresses will disappear as an expert guide leads you around the city, offering an insider’s take on the some of the city’s most fascinating sights. We will pick you up from your hotel in Paris We’re talking iconic Paris attractions like Louvre Museum, Notre Dame cathedral, Le Marais district, Eiffel tower, Latin quarter, Avenue des champs Elysées etc... The best way to explore this city is with a private vehicle. So just sit back, relax, and let the City of Light unfold before you.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Paris and go for a 6 hours orientation tour of Paris including transfers. This is a panoramic tour and we cover a lot of attractions in a short duration. We don't enter inside Louvre Museum or Notre Dame Cathedral and don't climb up the Eiffel Tower.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- 20 minutes walking tour at Marais district
- Drive through famous avenue des Champs-Elysees
- Hotel Pickup and drop in private vehicle
- Parking Fees
- A private English speaking guide in addition to the driver
- Nôtre Dame Cathedral Entry Ticket
- Louvre Museum entry tickets
- Eiffel Tower Entry Tickets
- Gratuities
- Opera Garnier Entry ticket
Meeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
We will pick you up from your hotel in Paris and drop you near Eiffel Tower or at your hotel as per your choice
What To Expect
Eiffel Tower (Pass By)
We will be stopping for a photo session of Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel Tower was built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, which was to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the French Revolution. Its construction in 2 years, 2 months and 5 days was a veritable technical and architectural achievement. "Utopia achieved", a symbol of technological prowess, at the end of the 19th Century it was a demonstration of French engineering, and a defining moment of the industrial era. As France’s symbol in the world, and the showcase of Paris, today it welcomes almost 7 million visitors a year, making it the most visited monument that you have to pay for in the world
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris (Pass By)
Our guide will accompany you to the famous Notre Dame cathedral from 12th Century which is currently under renovation. The Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, is the most visited monument in France. It was built in the Middle Ages, at the far end of the Île de la Cité. Work started in the 13th century and finished in the 15th century. Badly damaged during the French Revolution, the cathedral was restored in the 19th century by the architect Viollet-le-Duc. Its many visitors come to admire its stained glass and rose windows, the towers, the steeple and the gargoyles.In 2013, Notre-Dame is celebrated its 850th anniversary. For this occasion, many events were organized and the cathedral renewed its bells with the arrival of eight new bells as well as a new great bell. Road distances from Paris in France are calculated from point 0 on the cathedral forecourt.
Louvre Museum (Pass By)
Our guide will accompany you till the famous glass pyramid of Louvre museum and will explain you from outside. Every trip to the capital deserves a visit to the Louvre to discover the wealth of treasures it contains. The museum houses western works of art dating from the Middle Ages to 1848, in addition to collections of ancient oriental, Egyptian, Greek, Etruscan and Roman civilizations, as well as graphic and Islamic arts. From room to room, the former royal palace reveals its masterpieces to the public: the Mona Lisa, The Raft of the Medusa, the Venus de Milo, and The Winged Victory of Samothrace. In total, there are 35,000 works to be discovered or re-discovered! With its eight hundred year old history, the Louvre has been influenced by numerous architectural trends, from the medieval fortress of the 12th century to the glass pyramid by Pei (1989).
Le Trocadero et son esplanade
We will stop here for the most amazing view of Eiffel tower. Situated on the opposite side of the Seine from the Eiffel Tower, Trocadéro is home to splendid gardens and ornamental ponds and fountains as well as the cultural richness of the Palais de Chaillot, the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine and the Musée de la Marine. Just behind Trocadéro is the ‘village’ of Passy with its charms of yesteryear, its church and its cemetery where Manet and Debussy are buried.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4th Arr. - Hotel-de-Ville
We will have a short stop at the famous administrative building of paris Hotel de ville. The Hôtel de Ville de Paris has been the seat of the Paris City Council since 1357. The current building, with a neo-renaissance style, was built by architects Théodore Ballu and Edouard Deperthes on the site of the former Hôtel de Ville which burnt down during the Paris Commune in 1871. Visits to the town hall, a powerful and prestigious place, are possible. Guided tours are offered by reservation only and are organized by the city’s Protocol Department. Visitors can discover the function room, created as a replica of the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Free major exhibitions are also organized here and are a great success.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Le Marais
We will go for a walk in this amazing district of Paris called Le Marais. A romantic, festive and trendy district, the charm of the Marais lies in its cobblestone streets, historic spots and quirky boutiques. Straddling the Paris Centre arrondissement, this district with a village feel was built on marshland (‘marais’ in French), hence its name. Parisians and visitors alike love to come here for a leisurely stroll, as it is a great place to spend time and/or go shopping. A closer look at this many-faceted must-see district.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Latin Quarter
No trip to Paris is complete without a visit to the Latin Quarter in the 5th arrondissement, on the Left Bank. The area’s many cafés and restaurants are laid-back and welcoming; they are filled with Parisians, students and tourists. There are several attractions to visit, among them the Pantheon, the Luxembourg gardens and many museums. As you stroll through the district you will also come across the Sorbonne, the best known university in Paris. The district also has popular show venues like the Paradis Latin and the Théâtre de l’Odéon
Admission Ticket Free
Champs-Elysees
We will drive through the most beautiful avenue in the world. Frequently described as ‘the world’s most beautiful avenue’, the Avenue des Champs-Élysées is a Paris must-see. Tourists and Parisians can be spotted strolling at any time of day or night and at any time of year along this iconic two-kilometre stretch between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. Like the Eiffel Tower, the avenue is a symbol of Paris. It is lined with restaurants (l’Atelier Renault, Ledoyen etc.), luxury boutiques (Louis Vuitton, Mont-Blanc, Guerlain, Ferrari etc.), flagship stores (Abercrombie, Sephora etc.) and nightclubs. It is also the setting each year for major events such as the Bastille Day military parade, the arrival of the Tour de France and the Christmas lights. Finally, the Avenue des Champs-Elysées has some of the top museums in Paris: the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais, the Palais de la Découverte and the Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Palais Garnier (Pass By)
The Palais Garnier, an architectural masterpiece inaugurated in 1875 at the request of Napoleon III, is without doubt one of the most dazzling monuments in Paris. A world of elegance, not to be missed!A showcase for dance and opera, the building dazzles with its balconies in onyx, its luxurious marble, its delicate frescoes and its rich gilding. A real gem in the heart of Paris. We stop here for ten minutes so that you can click some nice pictures and see that stairs of Opera are the most popular meeting point in Paris for locals and visitors.
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
Cancellation Policy
This tour 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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Activity code: C-320547P34
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Frequently Asked Questions (5)
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Private transportation.
- 20 minutes walking tour at Marais district.
- Drive through famous avenue des Champs-Elysees.
- Hotel Pickup and drop in private vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- A private English speaking guide in addition to the driver.
The following is NOT included:
- Nôtre Dame Cathedral Entry Ticket.
- Louvre Museum entry tickets.
- Eiffel Tower Entry Tickets.
- Gratuities.
- Opera Garnier Entry ticket.
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What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Half-Day Private Tour in Paris with Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Private transportation
- 20 minutes walking tour at Marais district
- Drive through famous avenue des Champs-Elysees
- Hotel Pickup and drop in private vehicle
- Parking Fees
- A private English speaking guide in addition to the driver
- Nôtre Dame Cathedral Entry Ticket
- Louvre Museum entry tickets
- Eiffel Tower Entry Tickets
- Gratuities
- Opera Garnier Entry ticket
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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