Top Île-de-France Walking Tours

Hilltop Montmartre is celebrated for its romantic reputation and bohemian backstory—and this walking tour provides the ideal introduction to the neighborhood. With only a small group for company, you’ll see the Moulin Rouge, a neighborhood vineyard, the cabarets and studios that artists like Picasso and Modigliani once frequented, and more. Finish on a (literal) high note at Sacré Coeur, where you can pair panoramic views with cheese and Champagne.

Immerse yourself in Parisian history and culture on this three-in-one, full-day tour with private guide and skip-the-line access to the Louvre Museum. Come away from Ile de la Cité with deeper understanding of its history and Gothic architecture. Travel at your own pace and ask questions during a walking tour of the city including Lovelocks Bridge and skip the lines at the iconic Louvre before touring the popular Montmartre neighborhood.

Breeze past the crowds outside the Eiffel Tower with this skip-the-line pass and 1.5-hour tour. In the company of your local guide, you'll gain priority access to the tower's second level. Delve into the history of one of the world's most famous monuments and soak up the exhibits and maps on display. Then bid adieu to your guide and head to the tower's summit for stellar views of the City of Lights. Toast your travels with a glass of bubbly from the Champagne bar (own expense).

Save valuable vacation time in Paris with this skip-the-line pass to the second level of the Eiffel Tower. Follow you guide past the long queues, and enter France's most famous monument through a dedicated access point. Board an elevator to zip straight to the second floor, then listen to your guide's humorous narration about the city's famous landmark and the city itself. Get fantastic views of Paris and plenty of photo ops as you look around. After the tour of the second floor, you are free to stay as long as you want, or you can purchase an additional ticket for access to the top of the tower.

Hit all the Paris highlights, starting with a guided tour of the Eiffel Tower including standard access to the tower's summit. Follow up with a narrated cruise along the Seine River, a tour of Ile de la Cité home to the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and a guided walk through the Louvre Museum. Enjoy skip-the-line access so you can bypass the Louvre's outdoor crowds and tour the artworks with your guide. 

Immerse yourself in the secrets and stories of the French Revolution during this 3-hour walking tour. Follow your historian guide to addresses relevant to the Revolution's history, including cafés where they plotted the destruction of the nobility, the location of a bloody assassination and the alley where the guillotine was invented. Along the way, listen to your guide's engaging narrative about the history and mysteries of the Revolution.

Experience the beauty and history of one of the River Seine's last two natural islands—Ile de la Cité—on a private 3-hour walking tour with a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral. Admire the stunning gothic architecture of this centuries-old church, see its iconic gargoyles and step inside to view its towering vaulted ceilings and learn about its legendary bell ringer from your art historian guide. Then enjoy exclusive skip-the-line access into Sainte-Chapelle—known for its incredible stained glass windows—and the Conciergerie, a once-torturous prison where Marie Antoinette served time. 

Explore the story-filled streets of one of Paris's most intriguing arrondissements on a walking tour of Montmartre. Immortalized in the film “Amélie” Montmartre was once a home and hangout for such prolific artists as Picasso, Renoir, and Van Gogh. Wander its narrow, cobbled and colorful alleys and climb its steep stairways, learning the unique history of this magical 'village' as you go. Your tour begins in front of the nearby Red Light District's world-famous Moulin Rouge cabaret and ends at Sacré Coeur basilica, set upon a hilltop overlooking Paris.

Embark on a 4-hour guided walking tour of the City of Light, seeing the monuments and attractions that are essential for any Paris visitor. Marvel at the intricate ironwork of the iconic Eiffel Tower, meander along the elegant Champs Élysées and stroll past the ponds in the Jardin des Tuileries. Along the way, your guide will share facts and anecdotes about the city and explain how it's morphed into one of the world's leading cosmopolitan centers.

As France is not only Paris-), I propose you to take advantage of our high speed train called TGV, to cross the whole country during one day and discover with me a totally different atmosfere : the Provence, and in particular the fantastic creeks of Marseille, called Les Calanques.  You will be walking with me in the nature, off the beaten tracks and the touristic crowd, enjoying fantastic views on mountains, cliffs, the sea with Caraibian colours, and smelll the nice smells of Provence. We will be visiting as well after our walk the famous Vieux Port, the cultural center of the City. Transport from Paris to Marseille and back the same day by high speed train is included in the price !  In Marseille, I will take care of you during the whole day, so you won't have to bother about logistical aspects. As a conclusion, its an excellent value for money Tour-),  which will enable you to discover a totally different aspect of France.

See Paris from a different perspective as you look out over the City of Light from the top of the Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy skip-the-line access and a guided tour of the iconic monument, then climb the 234 steps to the observation deck at 164-feet (50-meters). After snapping photos of the famous Champs Elysees boulevard and the Sacré Coeur from above, follow your guide on a walking tour, passing Place de la Concorde, the Eiffel Tower and the Pont Alexandre III Bridge.

Hello from Frank & Rodolphe! Ever thought of discovering Paris differently? Graduated in History and Engineering, we have created Simply France Tours to share our passion for Paris. We propose walking and biking tours, and we wanted to give you the opportunity to enjoy Paris from the comfort of your home too! We've created virtual tours, this one presenting the very beginning of Paris! With our guide Claudia, an Italian archaeologist, you'll discover the story of a Gallic tribe the Parisii, who lived Before Common Era and later gave their name to Paris. You'll find out how they were defeated by Julius Caesar and the Romans, who built the foundations of Paris. And you'll see with pictures and 3D views typical roman monuments, some of whom can still be visited today. If case of difficulties to book a tour please contact us, we may be able to accommodate you.

See the best of Paris, and have amazing photos to remember your day on this Paris Photoshoot Tour. You’ll be able to put your phones away and enjoy the sites, safe in the knowledge that your memories are being captured. This flexible tour allows you to choose the places in Paris that you’d like to visit, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, or the Notre-Dame. After the tour, you’ll be emailed 200-400 photos, and you'll also be able to choose your favorites to be retouched.

Get a friend to show you around Paris with this private walking tour. A new type of travel-experience concept, it hooks you up with a friendly local who’ll design a tour that reflects your interests while also channeling their knowledge of the city they love. Get tips on transport and things to see and do; learn where locals eat, and come away feeling more like a Parisian than a passer-through.

Discover Paris’ hilly heights—and soak up some of its most impressive views and cinematic scenery—on this private tour of Montmartre. Pick between several available tour times, and meet your guide at the neighborhood’s Carrousel de Saint-Pierre. You’ll explore the hilltop Sacré-Coeur Basilica, will discover the neighborhood’s bohemian spirit, will visit a local cabaret theater, will drop by a vineyard, and much more.

Take a guided tour of Notre Dame a step further with the addition of a pair of powerful binoculars; use is included with your tour. You'll learn about the history of the famed cathedral through guided commentary and be able to pick out the elaborate details with the use of the binoculars. Learn about the rescue effort during the recent fire, developments in the reconstruction effort, and the expertise of the craftsmen who are working to restore Notre Dame to her former glory. Then, take a walking tour of Île de la Cité.

The covered shopping arcades of Paris are a relic of the city's 19th-century life, when denizens strolled beneath glass canopies, browsing from shop to shop. Explore these Parisian relics on this private walking tour, where your guide escorts you through light-flooded shopping enclaves. As you walk, you can admire the historic architecture, visit three different neighborhoods, and enjoy included entry fees and your guide's live narration.

See the often ignored special Paris spots that will open a new door of possibilities for those who have already seen all the major monuments. Get a feel for local life and culture while walking thru history. The same cobblestone streets that Musketeers and Hemingway shared also provides you with wonderful foods to keep your senses aline. I will happily guide you thru the foodies heaven in the 5th. *Los recorridos en español y francés deben organizarse previamente *Les visites en espagnol et en français doivent être organisées à l'avance

Perfect for the first days of travel to orient yourself with the city and get some tips from your experienced guide. This tour offers the best stories of the local area that shouldn't be missed. Especially nice for the walkers and the curious. We will cover a lot quickly, but it covers a lot of must see attractions with an aspiring author. *Los recorridos en español y francés deben organizarse previamente *Les visites en espagnol et en français doivent être organisées à l'avance

Enjoy the illuminating beauty of the 'City of Light' and learn the basics of photography on an informative 3-hour walking tour. A pro photographer will lead you to such famous landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre and discuss the best angles and exposures for creating the perfect picture at each location. Take photos as you walk along the River Seine and score tips on ways to improve them from your expert guide. Though each tour is privately booked for a personalized experience, feel free to bring along friends. Enhance your experience and opt for the night tour option and see Paris lit up after dark.

Capture your time in Paris forever with a professional 3-hour photo shoot. With an expert photographer, enjoy a relaxed photo shoot at three of Paris’ signature locations such as the Louvre and Eiffel Tower, or in your favorite neighborhood of the city. Afterward, receive at least 20 images to keep as mementos and share on social media. Perfect for celebrating your marriage, engagement, or other occasion with family or friends.

Reach the heights of Paris's most iconic monument while bypassing the long wait with a skip-the-line ticket to the Eiffel Tower. Head to the front of the line and ride the elevators up to the first and second levels for marvelous views of the Trocadero gardens, the Louvre, and other famous monuments. Keep going all the way up to the summit level, where the whole of Paris stretches around you in an unforgettable panorama.

Taste for yourself why Paris is known as the world's gourmet capital with a walking food tour of the fashionable Le Marais district. Stroll through the charming medieval streets with a foodie guide, popping into the neighborhood’s best brasseries, boulangeries, and markets to sample French specialties like croissants, cheeses, croque monsieur, chocolates, and macarons. Top it all off with wine pairings and a tasty secret dish. Bon appétit!

Embark on a culinary tour of Paris's Montmartre neighborhood, one of the city's most charming neighborhoods. Sample delicacies like croissants and éclairs at a local patisserie, enjoy a guided tasting of various cheeses at a fromagerie and satisfy your sweet tooth at a classic chocolaterie. Of course, no gourmet tour of Paris would be complete without a stop at a boulangerie, where you learn the proper way to eat a baguette in France.