Paris 1920: Lost Generation Writers of the Left Bank (Small Group Walking Tour)
Overview
There is a famous saying : “Everyone has 2 countries, their own & France”. This was especially true for numerous artists, writers & jazz musicians between the 2 world wars, many of whom flocked to Paris not only for artistic inspiration but also to find themselves.
Known as the Lost Generation, these were men & women who had suffered through WW1, a war that had taken 20m lives. They were all between 20 and 30 years old & questioned the old regime as morally bankrupt – seeking to build a new system.
Eager to share ideas they would gather in the numerous cafés of the Left Bank. Many of these struggling artists & writers stayed in the area’s cheap hotels or cold-water flats. We will visit the places they lived, worked & partied, bearing in mind that the bohemian Left Bank of starving artists & struggling writers has given way to chic boutiques & high end bistros.
Drinks not included in the price.
School groups are welcome on this tour - contact us for rates.
What's Included
- A tablet is used by the guide to present photo & video documentation, and for reading excerpts of works from each author
- Local guide
- Transportation to & from meeting point
- Food & beverage not included
Meeting Location
Rue Lacépède
75005 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Boulevard du Montparnasse
75006 Paris, France
We end the tour in 1 of two possible locations - - one of the famed cafés of Montparnasse (Le Select, La Rotonde, Le Dome...) - Harry's NY Bar near the Opera
What To Expect
Place de la Contrescarpe
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mouffetard Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Odeon
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Luxembourg Gardens
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Montparnasse Quartier
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note that I have been vaccinated (5x)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Activity code: C-71076P18
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