Paris Iconic Sightseeing Spots - Self-Guided Walking Tours
Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre
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Explore Paris’ iconic sights with these 5 immersive audio guides of the Eiffel Tower, Sainte Chapelle, Louvre, Notre Dame and Pere Lachaise.
Join local historians, who will guide you through the most visited necropolis in the world at Père Lachaise, the journey of the Louvre’s evolution, an adventure of discovering the secret stories behind the Gothic-style royal chapel of Sainte Chapelle, the history behind the iconic Notre Dame, as well as explore the top spots for photography around the Eiffel Tower.
Along this walk, we’ll take you through every beautiful bend and curve of Paris’ trendiest neighbourhoods, the places with the most iconic food dishes, as well as the best spots to take Ins...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
Access to your self-guided audio tour
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Earphones
Mobile device
Meeting Points
Departure
City of Architecture and Heritage
This is a self-guided tour.
Return
Notre Dame
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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On this tour, you'll get fantastic views of the Eiffel Tower when standing in the Parvis Droits de l'Homme with its notorious patterned floors. Learn how this square holds the memory of one of the significant milestones in our modern history.
10 minutes
2
Palais de Chaillot
We pause to speak about the event that links all the buildings in this neighborhood.
5 minutes
3
Tour Eiffel / Invalides
Let's discover the tower's rocky beginnings and its fight for survival. Inanimate fantasies? We learn about a very weird love story concerning the Eiffel Tower.
10 minutes
4
Champ de Mars
We'll part ways at a national place of bloodshed, protest, and sometimes celebration. The experience will come to an end at Champ de Mars.
10 minutes
5
Sainte-Chapelle
Discover this breath-taking chapel with the world's largest collection of original stained-glass windows. We'll discover the story of the King who build this chapel - Saint Louis. Discover the upper chamber. We dare you to name a more beautiful sight in Paris. A closer look at the architectural and artistic genius of the chapel. Palais de la Cité - we trace the Roman lineage and the events that took place in this courtyard.
25 minutes
6
Tour de l'Horloge
A little-known gem that was a gift for the people of Paris.
5 minutes
7
Ile de la Cite
We finish the tour with a stunning view of the medieval remnants of the Palais de la Cité.
5 minutes
8
La Colonnade du Louvre
Learn how this overlooked masterpiece has influenced some of the world's most iconic architectural wonders.
5 minutes
9
Louvre Museum
Discover the oldest part of the Louvre, as we map its origins.
5 minutes
10
Pyramide du Louvre
We'll trace the history of Grand Louvre Palace and the stories of its residents. Inspired by the pyramids of Giza, we'll explore the past while looking to the future.
5 minutes
11
Statue Equestre de Louis XIV
Discover how the Sun King's rule (Louis XIV) shaped the course of history and learn about the rise and fall of Napoleon at the Arc du Carrousel, another important chapter in French history.
5 minutes
12
Tuileries
The (now destroyed) Tuileries have witnessed a lot and have their own story to tell.
5 minutes
13
Tuileries Garden
We'll listen to some funny anecdotes about the weird and wonderful scenes the garden has seen.
5 minutes
14
Place de la Concorde
We finish with the full story behind the world's most famous revolution!
5 minutes
15
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
We start in front of Notre Dame’s facade as we trace the Ile de la Cité’s rich history. The spiritual and scientific relevance of Point Zero to Paris. We’ll look at the statues, murals, & paintings closely and the learn the legends behind them. Observe the depictions on the central doorway as they tell us the story of the last judgement. Do you see a row of 28 statues? There’s a quirky, but sad tale behind them! Walk down the central aisle as we soak in the grandeur of Notre Dame’s architecture. We look at the Rose Windows and understand the symbolisms they hold. A place of reflection and full of stories that walk you through Jesus’s life. Look closely at the splendour and genius of Notre Dame’s architecture.
25 minutes
16
Pere-Lachaise Cemetery
Discover the world's most famous cemetery as we explore the fascinating lives and unfortunate deaths of its illustrious residents. We learn how emperor Napoleon founded this cemetery.
5 minutes
17
Héloïse and Abélard's tomb
A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.
5 minutes
18
Tomb of Jim Morrison
We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.
5 minutes
19
Pere-Lachaise
A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.
5 minutes
20
Statue Honore de Balzac
Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?
5 minutes
21
Crematorium of Père Lachaise
We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.
5 minutes
22
Tomb of Yves Montand
The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!
5 minutes
23
Pere-Lachaise
We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.
5 minutes
24
Edith Piaf Statue
A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.
5 minutes
Paris Iconic Sightseeing Spots - Self-Guided Walking Tours
Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre
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About
Explore Paris’ iconic sights with these 5 immersive audio guides of the Eiffel Tower, Sainte Chapelle, Louvre, Notre Dame and Pere Lachaise.
Join local historians, who will guide you through the most visited necropolis in the world at Père Lachaise, the journey of the Louvre’s evolution, an adventure of discovering the secret stories behind the Gothic-style royal chapel of Sainte Chapelle, the history behind the iconic Notre Dame, as well as explore the top spots for photography around the Eiffel Tower.
Along this walk, we’ll take you through every beautiful bend and curve of Paris’ trendiest neighbourhoods, the places with the most iconic food dishes, as well as the best spots to take Ins...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture