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Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based)

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Overview

Discover the magic of Paris’s Latin Quarter on this guided walking tour through one of the city’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. Stroll along cobblestone streets, explore Roman ruins, admire medieval churches, and visit landmarks like the Sorbonne University, Shakespeare & Company bookshop, and the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s greatest minds.
As your expert guide shares stories of writers, scientists, and artists who once walked these same streets, you’ll see why the Latin Quarter remains the cultural and intellectual heart of Paris. End your tour with a chance to enjoy a coffee or glass of wine in the very neighborhood where Hemingway once lived.

• Step inside medieval churches inspired by Notre-Dame

• Browse the legendary Shakespeare & Company bookshop

• Admire the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s most revered figures

• Discover layers of Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and literary history

What's Included

  • Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour
  • Certified Expert Guide
  • TIPS ACCEPTED ONLY VIA CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS & ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place Saint-Michel
75005 Paris, France

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Place de la Contrescarpe
75005 Paris, France

Your tour ends on the lively Place de la Contrescarpe. A beautiful square in the heart of the Latin Quarter full of restaurants, bars and a great ambience!

What To Expect

Fontaine Saint-Michel

Built during the Grand Reconstruction of Paris, this imposing fountain opens the doors to your tour! Your guide will reveal the tale of how Paris went from a medieval city to a modern jewel of Europe in only 70 years!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue de la Huchette

Walk along one of Paris's oldest streets and discover the narrowest streets in the city while your guide indulges you with stories about "Old Paris"!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shakespeare and Company

This Iconic bookstore from the 1920s is full of stories about the great writers from the lost generation. Hemingway, James Joyce, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and more!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Breathtaking views of the Notre Dame Cathedral!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Oldest Tree in Paris (Pass By)

Discover the Oldest tree in Paris dating back to 1601! It is a grand tradition to touch its leaves and make a wish!
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Eglise Saint Julien Le Pauvre

One of the oldest buildings in Paris, this modest yet beautiful church was once the center of education in the city together with Notre Dame de Paris!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salvador Dali Sundial

Dali loved the Latin Quarter in Paris. So much so, that he gave the city a beautiful Sundial which represents the "Camino de Santiago de Compostela".
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eglise Saint-Severin

One of the gems of the Latin Quarter, this 13th-century Flamboyant Gothic church will amaze you with its beautiful vaulted ceilings, and palm tree columns and if you get lucky they might be playing the pipe organ!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Les Thermes de Lutece

The Roman Empire built beautiful baths after they invaded Paris in 52 B.C. and established an entire city. These Roman Baths are remnants of a massive complex that used to be available to all citizens of this city!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Musee De Cluny

Now the Medieval Museum of Paris, this dazzling & ornate building dating back to the 15th century is filled with stories of Paris of old!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Sorbonne

La Sorbonne is the 3rd oldest university in the world! Since the 11th century, the Latin Quarter has always been the center of education and culture in Paris with this university at its nucleus. Your guide will enlighten you with stories about one of the greatest universities on the planet dating back to 1257!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pantheon

The word Pantheon means "All the Gods". This is the main event on the Latin Quarter Tour. Your guide will take you through the story of how this opulent building began as one of the biggest religious structures in France & later became the most important Mausoleum in the country! All the great minds of France are buried inside. From Victor Hugo to Marie Curie and many many more!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Etienne du Mont

nside this majestic 15th-century church lies the tomb and knuckle of the patron saint of Paris, "Saint Genevieve". Enter this astonishing building and see amazing holy relics while your guide gives you the story of the takeover of Paris while the Roman Empire was falling, and how Genevieve played a key role in those times!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ernest Hemingway 1st home office

“If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.” Quote by Ernest Hemingway who was in love with the Latin Quarter. Discover his first apartment in Paris and the neighborhood that was one of his great Parisian inspirations!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place de la Contrescarpe (Pass By)

At the end of the tour, your guide will take you to this beautiful and lively square full of great restaurants, bars, and cafes in the heart of the Latin Quarter, so you can continue to enjoy this magnificent district of Paris!
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paris – Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based)?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paris – Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based)?
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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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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour.
  • Certified Expert Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • TIPS ACCEPTED ONLY VIA CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS & ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based) is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour
  • Certified Expert Guide
  • TIPS ACCEPTED ONLY VIA CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS & ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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