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Stories and Secrets of the French Revolution: 3-Hour Walking Tour
Recommended for your Paris trip
Free Cancellation
up to 24 hours in advance
3 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
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.
- 3-hour walking tour of French Revolution historical sites
- Engaging commentary about the murder, mayhem and history of the French Revolution from your guide
- Stop at a local Left Bank cafe, including refreshments, is included
- Small group tour ensures a personalized experience
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Meet your guide and tour group outside the Saint Sulpice metro station. Proceed to explore one of Paris' must-see attractions, Saint-Sulpice Church. Learn about its role in the beginnings of the Paris uprising; your guide will point out oft-overlooked details both inside and outside the impressive structure.
Continue on your scenic stroll through Saint-Germain-des-Prés, visiting Paris' oldest café, dating from the late 17th century. Get a peek into the rooms that the Revolutionaries used as their battle headquarters, raising morale and planning attacks. Hear about famous revolutionary characters like Marat, Robespierre and Danton; your guide's engaging commentary will make their personalities and motives come alive.
Journey down the alleyway where the guillotine was invented and learn surprising facts about this murderous invention. With your appetite whetted, stop by a local café to sip a coffee, take a rest and soak up the Left Bank atmosphere.
Stop by historical sites related to the September Massacres and hear about Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI's failed escape attempts.
Continue on your scenic stroll through Saint-Germain-des-Prés, visiting Paris' oldest café, dating from the late 17th century. Get a peek into the rooms that the Revolutionaries used as their battle headquarters, raising morale and planning attacks. Hear about famous revolutionary characters like Marat, Robespierre and Danton; your guide's engaging commentary will make their personalities and motives come alive.
Journey down the alleyway where the guillotine was invented and learn surprising facts about this murderous invention. With your appetite whetted, stop by a local café to sip a coffee, take a rest and soak up the Left Bank atmosphere.
Stop by historical sites related to the September Massacres and hear about Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI's failed escape attempts.
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