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Paris Iconic Sightseeing Spots - Self-Guided Walking Tours

New To The Site! Paris, France

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3 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Explore Paris’ iconic sights with these 5 immersive audio guides of the Eiffel Tower, Sainte Chapelle, Louvre, Notre Dame and Pere Lachaise.

Join local historians, who will guide you through the most visited necropolis in the world at Père Lachaise, the journey of the Louvre’s evolution, an adventure of discovering the secret stories behind the Gothic-style royal chapel of Sainte Chapelle, the history behind the iconic Notre Dame, as well as explore the top spots for photography around the Eiffel Tower.

Along this walk, we’ll take you through every beautiful bend and curve of Paris’ trendiest neighbourhoods, the places with the most iconic food dishes, as well as the best spots to take Instagram photos.

As you learn about the history behind the sights and discover the key sightseeing spots of these neighbourhoods, we’ll uncover the true essence of Paris that is a part of this must-see city.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

What's Included

  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Earphones
  • Mobile device
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Pl. du Trocadéro et du 1Novembre
75016 Paris, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Notre Dame
Paris, France

What To Expect

Eiffel Tower

On this tour, you'll get fantastic views of the Eiffel Tower when standing in the Parvis Droits de l'Homme with its notorious patterned floors. Learn how this square holds the memory of one of the significant milestones in our modern history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palais de Chaillot

We pause to speak about the event that links all the buildings in this neighborhood.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tour Eiffel / Invalides

Let's discover the tower's rocky beginnings and its fight for survival. Inanimate fantasies? We learn about a very weird love story concerning the Eiffel Tower.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Champ de Mars

We'll part ways at a national place of bloodshed, protest, and sometimes celebration. The experience will come to an end at Champ de Mars.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sainte-Chapelle

Discover this breath-taking chapel with the world's largest collection of original stained-glass windows. We'll discover the story of the King who build this chapel - Saint Louis. Discover the upper chamber. We dare you to name a more beautiful sight in Paris. A closer look at the architectural and artistic genius of the chapel. Palais de la Cité - we trace the Roman lineage and the events that took place in this courtyard.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tour de l'Horloge

A little-known gem that was a gift for the people of Paris.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ile de la Cite

We finish the tour with a stunning view of the medieval remnants of the Palais de la Cité.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Colonnade du Louvre

Learn how this overlooked masterpiece has influenced some of the world's most iconic architectural wonders.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louvre Museum

Discover the oldest part of the Louvre, as we map its origins.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pyramide Du Louvre

We'll trace the history of Grand Louvre Palace and the stories of its residents. Inspired by the pyramids of Giza, we'll explore the past while looking to the future.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Statue Equestre de Louis XIV

Discover how the Sun King's rule (Louis XIV) shaped the course of history and learn about the rise and fall of Napoleon at the Arc du Carrousel, another important chapter in French history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tuileries

The (now destroyed) Tuileries have witnessed a lot and have their own story to tell.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tuileries Garden

We'll listen to some funny anecdotes about the weird and wonderful scenes the garden has seen.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place de la Concorde

We finish with the full story behind the world's most famous revolution!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

We start in front of Notre Dame’s facade as we trace the Ile de la Cité’s rich history. The spiritual and scientific relevance of Point Zero to Paris. We’ll look at the statues, murals, & paintings closely and the learn the legends behind them. Observe the depictions on the central doorway as they tell us the story of the last judgement. Do you see a row of 28 statues? There’s a quirky, but sad tale behind them! Walk down the central aisle as we soak in the grandeur of Notre Dame’s architecture. We look at the Rose Windows and understand the symbolisms they hold. A place of reflection and full of stories that walk you through Jesus’s life. Look closely at the splendour and genius of Notre Dame’s architecture.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pere-Lachaise Cemetery

Discover the world's most famous cemetery as we explore the fascinating lives and unfortunate deaths of its illustrious residents. We learn how emperor Napoleon founded this cemetery.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Héloïse and Abélard's tomb

A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tomb of Jim Morrison

We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pere-Lachaise

A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Statue Honore de Balzac

Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Crematorium of Père Lachaise

We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tomb of Yves Montand

The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pere-Lachaise

We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edith Piaf Statue

A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paris Iconic Sightseeing Spots – Self-Guided Walking Tours?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian
  • Access to your self-guided audio tour
  • Earphones
  • Mobile device

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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