8th Arrondissement Tours and Activities

Travel through scenic Normandy en route to the medieval Mont-St-Michel on a full-day trip from Paris. Discover the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed island and its iconic Gothic abbey, with a guide, and listen to fascinating history and legendary stories about the site. Enjoy ample time to explore the island, and admire views of the surrounding bay before traveling back to the French capital. Upgrade to include a gourmet lunch and/or round-trip hotel transfers.

Fans of French Impressionism don’t want to miss this half-day trip by luxury coach to the village of Giverny, where Claude Monet and other artists lived and painted. Enjoy priority access to Monet's exquisite 19th-century home, then, with an art historian as your guide, tour the flowerbeds, Japanese bridge, and water lily pond that served as inspiration for Monet's paintings, including the Nymphéas series.

Get out of Paris for a trip to the countryside on this tour to Giverny, the location of Claude Monet's House and Gardens. Travel by bus to the Monet property, where you have free time to wander around the house and grounds independently. An audio guide, available in several languages, is included, which you receive before departure. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Travel back to the most important days of battle—without skimping on comfort—during this private, full-day tour of Normandy. Enjoy front-door pickup from your Paris hotel in a climate-controlled minibus, and put the war in context with stops at Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery. Tours include a savory lunch at a 13th-century manor house and a visit to a high-tech museum dedicated to D-Day.

Experience one of the most popular areas of northwestern France, the ‘château country’ of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region. Visit a few of the region’s many castles—Châteaux d’Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord—with an audio guide at each castle. Learn about the Renaissance architecture and the historical figures who once lived in and visited these stunning residences.

Discover France’s exquisite Champagne country on this full-day history and tasting tour from Paris. In a small group, wind through verdant hillsides en route to wine estates, a distinguished Champagne house and the charming city of Reims for a tour of the famous Gothic cathedral. Your tasting adventure includes guided tours of vineyards and champagne cellars, complimentary samples of sparkling wines and a traditional French lunch.

Go back in time to experience the opulence of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles on this small-group tour from Paris. Walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors, see the Royal Apartments, and admire the enormous gardens and beautiful fountain displays. Weekend visitors from April to October can see the famous fountain shows. Choose either a half-day independent tour in either the morning or afternoon, or a full-day guided tour. Pick-up and drop-off at central Paris hotels is included to make everything hassle-free.

Uncover the history of the D-Day invasion on this guided tour from Paris, with convenient Normandy travel included. After you're whisked from the city to the coast, you visit key sights with the help of your guide, who offers key narration along the way to illuminate the history of this weighty moment in 20th-century history. Highlights include stops at Omaha Beach, Arromanches, and the battery at Longues-sur-Mer—all with lunch, round-trip travel, and driver included.

Discover some of the finest architecture in the French capital on this 2-hour Art Nouveau walking tour in Paris. Follow your guide through the 8th and 9th arrondissements and admire the beautiful Art Nouveau buildings for which the area is famous. Marvel at the Galeries Lafayette’s grand facade and gilded balconies, and gain insight into Art Nouveau design. Discover the Palais Garnier — a 19th-century opera house — and enjoy a drink in a traditional Art Nouveau brasserie. Your group size is limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Benefit from a small-group tour from Paris to the Palace of Versailles that includes access to the gardens and Trianon palaces. See the Royal Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and other highlights of Versailles Palace during a 1-hour guided tour. Then have time to explore the gardens, Trianon palaces, and enjoy a 3-course lunch. On weekends from April to October, you can also watch the musical fountains show.

Wine enthusiasts can uncover the best of France's famed Champagne region on this exclusive trip from Paris, complete with VIP travel, tastings, and a guide to lead the way. You're whisked from your Paris hotel through the French countryside, and stop in Reims to taste the area's outstanding varietals. Sip wines as you tour two Champagne houses, indulge in French cuisine with a 3-course meal, and enjoy hassle-free travel—all included.

Wine enthusiasts can experience the elegance of the French Burgundy region on this guided tour designed for travelers that want an outstanding gastronomic adventure. After hassle-free pickup from Paris' 1st Arrondissement, you cruise through the bucolic landscapes as you're whisked from the bustling city into the countryside. Highlights include visiting two renowned vintners to sip the local Grand Cru wines, dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant, and completing the tour with drop-off at the Louvre Museum—all included in this inclusive-packed culinary adventure.

Celebrate the holiday season in France and enjoy plenty of Christmas cheer on this 3-hour walking tour in Paris. Marvel at Galeries Lafayette’s magnificent festive decorations, take in panoramic views over the twinkling lights of Paris and delve into boutique shops to search for presents for loved ones back home. Taste traditional French festive delicacies like oysters, fois gras and macarons with Champagne, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Visit the D-Day beaches during this full-day trip from Paris to Normandy. Stop at Omaha Beach to learn stories and historical facts about WWII; stop at the Juno Beach Center; pause at the American Cemetery; and stop by the Caen Memorial Museum for a scenic lunch. Gain fascinating insights from your guide into the sacrifices of Allied soldiers and the French citizens they liberated. Upgrade to a small-group tour when booking for a more personal experience.