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.

La Sainte Chapelle is a remarkable Gothic gem that should not be missed when visiting Paris. This small-group tour allows you to skip the line to enter the chapel, which was built to host the relics of Jesus in the 13th century; allowing you more time to admire the architecture and stained glass windows, and to learn about the chapel's history

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.

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.

This tour allows you to cover the highlights of the Louvre accompanied by an expert licensed tour guide in only 1.5 hour tour aiming to better understand the arts and the artists and how art history evolved from antiquity to the 19th century To fully enjoy it and maximize your time, your guide will lead you through the many rooms and show you the very best of the collection in order to keep a memorable tour.

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).

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.

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.

See all of Paris’ most famous landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame, with your own art historian local guide. Your expert guide shows  you all of the incredible Paris essentials on your 4-hour walking tour. Your passionate, expert guide will show you iconic Parisian landmarks and the 'real' Paris spots that only locals visit.

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.

Welcome to the City of Lights! Paris is the capital of France and was the most visited city for several times in history. It didn't steal its name as Paris is full of wonders. Here, several famous buildings are standing. In this tour, you will have the chance to visit some of those sublime places. We will start at the Sainte-Chapelle, neighbor of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris. Then, we will go to the largest museum in the world, le Louvre, walking by the romantic Pont des Arts. Our adventure will lead us to the artistic Jardin des Tuileries and the Place de la Concorde. Finally, you will have the chance to walk by the worldwide famous Avenue des Champs-Elysées before discovering the impressive architecture of the Grand Palais.

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.