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Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage
Paris
About
Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Paris on a guided walking tour that highlights the thoughts of renowned philosophers. Begin at Shakespeare & Company, where Simone de Beauvoir's feminist and existential ideas reshaped modern thought. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere that once inspired countless thinkers. At Notre-Dame, explore René Descartes’ arguments for God's existence, and on Île de la Cité, discover Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s revolutionary ideas. Conclude by discussing the impact of Condorcet and Voltaire on contemporary democracy and human rights amidst historical landmarks.
- Engage with the intellectual history of Paris through its iconic sit...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
1 Rue de la Huchette
Stairs in front of Shakespere and Company
Return
Pont des Arts
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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About
Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Paris on a guided walking tour that highlights the thoughts of renowned philosophers. Begin at Shakespeare & Company, where Simone de Beauvoir's feminist and existential ideas reshaped modern thought. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere that once inspired countless thinkers. At Notre-Dame, explore René Descartes’ arguments for God's existence, and on Île de la Cité, discover Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s revolutionary ideas. Conclude by discussing the impact of Condorcet and Voltaire on contemporary democracy and human rights amidst historical landmarks.
- Engage with the intellectual history of Paris through its iconic sit...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
1 Rue de la Huchette
Stairs in front of Shakespere and Company
Return
Pont des Arts
Itinerary
1
Shakespeare And Company
We will discover the intellectual background of the Latin Quarter and the impact it still has on our society today
20 minutes
2
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Setting our sights on the famous Notre Dame Cathedral and uncovering the past. You will find out all the times the Cathedral could've been erased from our history and the consistent debate that it has left us.
20 minutes
3
Ile de la Cite
You may or may have not known there is an island in the center of Paris and we will explore where it all started. Views on the island include the flower markets, the palace of justice and the oldest public clock in the city. All dense with information and lessons
30 minutes
4
Place Dauphine
Discover the hidden back streets of Paris and explore the city off the beaten path.
15 minutes
5
Pont des Arts
On the way to Pont Des Arts we will explore the river, special monuments and statues including the Académie Française, Henry IV, Marquis Condorcet, Voltaire. Leaders and Philosophers who have left a mark on the city, country and world.
