Top Île-de-France Walking Tours

See the world-class treasures of Paris’s Louvre Museum on a 2-hour guided tour. Bypass the long entrance queues with a skip-the-line ticket, and follow an expert guide straight to collection highlights including the ‘Mona Lisa,’ ‘Venus de Milo’ and ‘Winged Victory of Samothrace.’ Learn the backstories of these artistic masterpieces to enrich your experience, and feel free to continue exploring the museum at the end of the tour. Group size is limited to six people for a more intimate tour.

Marvel at the interiors of Notre Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle, two of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture in Paris. Then spend 2 hours lingering over works of art at the Louvre—you’ll save time with a guide to lead the way. Please note, you must purchase your priority-access ticket separately online. This small-group tour is limited to six people for an up-close experience.

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.

Skip the long lines and see famous works of art on this semi-private, guided tour of one of the world’s most famous museums. Designed to show the very best of the Louvre, your small group will pass by the lines to see popular pieces including Venus de Milo and the Mona Lisa. Learn the art history of the French Romantic, Neoclassical, and Renaissance movements and enjoy free time to explore.

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).

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.

Embark on a private small-group tour through the Musée d'Orsay, home to the the world's largest collection of impressionist and post-impressionist art. Skip the lines for fast-track access to this stunning art museum—housed in a former train station—and follow your expert guide on a journey into art history. Admire paintings by renowned artists like Cezanne, Monet, and Van Gogh and don't miss any of the great works, as your guide shares stories about each masterpiece and what it took to bring them to life.

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.

History comes to life with this Belle Epoque-themed tour. As you make your way through the 2nd and 9th arrondissements, your guide will regale you with stories from one of the most colorful periods in Parisian history. Discover former brothels and listen to scandalous tales of dazzling courtesans. Visit Palais Royal, Pigalle, and the Place Saint-Georges. End your small-group tour with a cocktail at a former brothel.

Be inspired by the world’s largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art with a private, 4-hour tour of the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. Let your private guide show you the most important pieces in the immense collection, and learn the backstories of treasured paintings by visionaries such as Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh for a more immersive experience. As you stroll through the light-filled galleries, you’ll also appreciate the unique architecture of the museum, housed in a historic Beaux Arts train station.

Explore Paris’ bohemian heritage on a private, half-day tour of artsy Montmartre and the Sacré Coeur basilica. Stroll through charming, café-lined streets immortalized in paintings by former residents like Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso and Dali, and see where these famous artists made their homes and studios. Snap photos of iconic Moulin Rouge, and take in one of the most spectacular views of Paris from the steps of Sacré Coeur. Enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide for a truly immersive experience.

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.

Immerse yourself in the world of French Royalty with a private tour of Versailles Palace. Set out from Paris to explore this lavish palace and its renowned gardens. Enter the château and step back in history to a place where kings and queens resided and stunning artworks adorned every room. Learn about its past as you visit such rooms as the King’s Suite and the Hall of Mirrors, then stroll among the outdoor gardens admiring the many fountains and sculptures strewn throughout.

Set out on a day trip from Paris to tour the village of Chartres, home to France's largest cathedral. An expert guide escorts you via train from the City of Light to explore this historic town and wander its ancient streets. Learn about its Roman and Celtic past as you stroll through the old town, visit the memorizing UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral and enjoy lunch (own expense) at one of the village's charming old mills before heading back to Paris.

Beat the crowds, and enjoy a personalized way to explore one of the world’s busiest museums, when you book this private tour of the Louvre. Pick between daytime and evening tours; thanks to your skip-the-line tickets (own expense), you’ll head right inside, and will save potential hours of waiting time. Once inside, see the museum’s top highlights (including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo), and learn more about its history and lore.

On this private photography session in Paris, you’ll be paired with a professional photographer to create your own customizable photoshoot. Choose from iconic landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Sacre-Coeur, to serve as your backdrops. Get up to 120 edited, HD-quality pictures after the tour—perfect for proposals, engagement shoots, or other special occasions.

Private photoshoot tour around Paris with a professionnal photographer during between 1 to 3h. See the best of Paris, and have amazing photos to remember your day. 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 Bir-Hakeim, the Louvre or the Palais-Royal. After the tour, you’ll be emailed all the pictures taken (200-400 photos), and you'll also be able to choose your favorites to be lightly retouched (frame, contrast...).

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.

Dive headfirst into the world of French Impressionism on a private 2-hour tour of Musee d'Orsay. Discover the inspiration behind Millet's 'The Gleaners', Monet's 'Poppy Field', Manet's 'The Luncheon on the Grass', and more. Unlike with a guidebook or group tour, you’re free to ask as many questions as you like. Listen as your dynamic guide further explains the storied past of the former railway station turned world-famous Paris museum.

Though the Louvre is one of the world’s largest and most popular museums, visiting doesn’t have to be a stressful experience: a private tour offers a hassle-free way to explore its galleries. Pick between numerous daily departure times, and meet your guide directly at the Louvre. Once inside, you can see world-famous masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Nike of Samothrace, navigate its many galleries, and learn the stories behind the artworks.

The spectacular Eiffel Tower is one of Paris’ most loved attractions, and a must-see site when visiting The City of Light. On this tour, you’ll have a carefree day with entrance tickets to the Eiffel Tower included. By having a guided tour, you’ll get more out of your day, as you’ll learn about the construction of the Eiffel Tower, and Paris’ other famous monuments. By having binoculars provided, you’ll be able to see details of Paris that are impossible to see with the naked eye.