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After passing through the security check, your swift entry into the museum is facilitated by the pre-booked tickets included in the tour!Alongside iconic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Napoleon’s coronation, your guide will provide insights into the historical evolution of this former royal palace. Spanning 800 years, it was transformed from a medieval fortress to a Renaissance royal residence, later serving partly as a museum. Enlarged and utilized by two emperors, it emerged as the world’s most visited museum by the end of the 20th century, boasting over 35,000 works and crowned by the iconic Pyramid.Please note: That as of January 2026 the Louvre has changed their ticketing system. There has been an increase in price and customers will no longer be allowed to re-enter the Louvre after their tour is over.Our tour is a small group tour with 6 people per guide. You may ask for more information if you wish to travel in a larger group.
We designed for you an immersive tour in the Musée d’Orsay where you’ll discover the museum’s evolution from a rail station to a fine arts museum a few decades ago.The collections of the museum showcase several masterpieces spanning from the mid-19th to the beginning of 20th centuries. Your guide will lead you through one of the most impressive impressionist and post-impressionist collections in the world. Delve into the works of realist artists like Manet, who paved the way for the impressionists, such as Degas, Pissarro, Renoir, and Monet.You’ll have the chance to admire works of Cézanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin and Matisse. Your expert guide will tell you about the techniques employed and shed light on the influences that various artistic movements had on eachother up until the modern art movement.In addition to the masterpieces of Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Manet, Toulouse Lautrec … you will also discover art nouveau, incredible sculptures of Rodin and even an original Lady Liberty. Your guide will explain the history of this place. It was originally the Orsay Railway Station, constructed for the 1900 Universal Exhibition. The building itself is thus, in a way, the first “artwork” in the museum’s collections, presenting the art of the few decades between 1848 and 1914.
Why Join This Tour? ✔ Expert local guide with deep historical insights ✔ Small group experience for a personalized journey ✔ Explore iconic and hidden gems of the Latin Quarter ✔ Unravel the rich history of Notre-Dame Cathedral and its surroundingsStep into the pages of history and experience the magic of Paris like never before!
Begin your journey at the heart of Paris, where your local guide will take you inside the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral, one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Admire the breathtaking Gothic architecture, the majestic nave, and the newly restored interiors. Learn about the cathedral’s construction, its significance in French culture, and the resilience it showed after the 2019 fire. marvel at the stained glass windows, soaring vaults, and spiritual atmosphere of this Gothic masterpiece.After your interior visit, continue your exploration on foot around the picturesque Île de la Cité. Walk past historic landmarks such as the Conciergerie, Sainte-Chapelle, and Place Dauphine, while hearing stories of medieval kings, revolutionaries, and literary legends like Victor Hugo.Discover hidden gems, secret courtyards, and the island’s transformation from a Roman settlement to the vibrant heart of medieval Paris.Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating facts, legends, and anecdotes that bring Paris’s past to life, offering an unforgettable experience for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike.Follow your guide!Keep in mind that you can also have the option of experiencing the magic of Paris like never before on a captivating sightseeing 1 hour boat tour that you can enjoy any time during your parisian journey, on the most beautiful avenue of the city of ligths, the iconic Seine River. With audio explanations available in 11 languages, get to see panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral and Ile de la Cité where Paris was born, Les Invalides, where Napoleon rests, Musée d’Orsay, Hôtel de Ville, Louvre Museum, Place de la Concorde and Grand Palais all from the water passing under the most beautiful bridges of the Seine River.During this 2 hours walking tour, your expert guide will let you take a look at the history of Paris, from its creation by the Gauls on the Ile de la Cité, to Notre-Dame Cathedral, the jewel of Gothic art.Your tour starts at the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral. You’ll first admire its stunning façade, magnificent sculptures, and legendary gargoyles.Your guide will begin with the western façade, explaining the symbolism in the three Gothic portals, the rose window, and the statues of saints. You’ll learn about the architectural innovations of Gothic design and the cathedral’s 12th-century origins .Inside the restored cathedral, your guide will take you through:The nave, with its immense vaulted ceilings and light filtering through colorful stained glass.The choir and apse, pointing out details like the 14th-century carved wooden stalls.The transept and the famed North Rose Window, one of the largest in Europe.Key artworks and relics, including explanations about the Crown of Thorns and the cathedral’s role in French religious history (e.g., Napoleon’s coronation).A brief insight into the Grand Organ — one of the largest in the world — and the cathedral’s musical tradition.After exiting the cathedral, the tour continues with a scenic walk through one of Paris’s oldest districts:Pass by the Flower and Bird Market, a delightful sensory stop, listen to stories of French Revolution in front of Conciergerie, a medieval royal palace turned revolutionary prison, hear Marie-Antoinette’s imprisonment story, admire another Gothic spire and façade, of Sainte-Chapelle, a 13th-century royal chapel, and discover Place Dauphine, a charming 17th-century square hidden behind the Palais de Justice, learn about Henri IV’s vision for a peaceful, residential Paris and end your tour on Pont-Neuf, despite its name “New Bridge”, the oldest in Paris. Your guide will let you admire panoramic views of the Seine, Louvre, and the Left Bank.Choose to add the Cruise option, with your open tickets, you can take the cruise whenever you like during your Paris trip. You’ll discover the most beautiful avenue of Paris: The Seine River. You’ll have the chance to observe from the boat, many monuments introduced by your guide during your walk, with explanations about their architecture, history and place in parisian life. Catch the most beautiful captures of the Eiffel Tower at the end of your cruise.
Your guided walk starts in front of the impressive Church of Saint Germain des Prés, in the 6th arrondissement.Stroll along the picturesque lanes lined with cafes and boulangeries and visit different shops where you will taste different savors of French cuisine.While discovering culinary traditions of France, see also the highlights of the neighborhood, Le Procope, the Musée Delacroix, the covered market place of Saint-Germain, Saint-Sulpice church… You will taste all the basics that make the French cuisine this famous, from jam to olive oil, from pastry to charcuterie and cheese and wine of course.Follow your guide!
Immerse yourself for a 2 hours small group tour in Rodin’s artistic world with your guide. Enjoy the convenience of skip-the-line tickets.You will discover the impact of late 19th century political, artistic and philosophical movements on Rodin’s unique work and modern art as a whole. Uncover how Rodin revolutionized the sculpture during our insightful tour.Step into Rodin’s studio with your guide and gain an insider’s perspective on his avant-garde vision and techniques. Delve into the intricate details of his notable works, including the Philosopher, Balzac, the Kiss, the Gates of Hell, and many other sculptures, both famous and lesser-known, each leaving a profound and impressive mark on the world of art.Following an exploration of the museum’s collections, your guide will unveil the rococo style inherent in the building’s architecture. Wander through the enchanting French gardens, where you’ll encounter breathtaking perspectives and come across additional works by the artist.
Discover the Parisian culture in an exclusive guided tour! Take a tour full of insights into real Parisian life. Embark on a dynamic two-hour walk for an intimate experience in a small group of maximum 11 participants with a local expert, delving into the captivating blend of literature, history, culture, and more within the heart of Paris. Wander through the lively and colorful streets, absorbing the essence of the city’s origins and medieval past. This tour will make you discover how parisians live, how Paris became a cultural hub and the evolution of the city of lights through ages. Finish your tour off with a relaxing river cruise along the Seine. Marvel at Paris's highlights from the water. Please note that this tour does NOT include entrance to the newly refurbished Notre Dame Cathedral as guided tours are not allowed before June 2025. Still, individual visits are possible with a free reservation on the Cathedral’s website.
Avoid public transport, minutes of walk from the metro station to the entrance of the Palace with our transfer service from your hotel to Versailles located outside the bustling city.Indulge in the ease of a private tour and avoid public transport with our transfer service from your hotel to Versailles located outside the bustling city of Paris.Enjoy our timed ticket entrance, ensuring you bypass the infamous queues and have a serene and unobstructed exploration of one of the most historically significant sites in the world.Follow your guide through the grandness of Versailles’ palace and enjoy the hidden gems of its gardens. Ask our expert guides what interests you most, so that your experience will be unique according to your interests. Your guide will always have interesting anecdotes and insights to show you in this magical palace. Get amazed in the Mirror Gallery, imagine the balls in these rooms envision the Queen getting prepared in her bedroom… Discover the Sun King’s ambitions, French Revolution’s impact on royal life. The stories you’ll hear from your guide will make you understand French luxury and how it came to be. With your guide leading the way and our team organizing all from transport to entry tickets you can relax in knowing that all is taken care of. Follow your guide to encover Versailles palace in the most comfortable way possible that Connecting France can offer you.
Your guided walking tour in the wealthiest parts of Paris starts in Hotel de Ville where you’ll meet your professional guide : the place where it all began in the 6th century. Your guide will tell you the story of Paris’s first market, which brought in the first merchants, and since then, this right bank has been where Paris’s glitz and wealth are to be found.Then your guide will take you through the lively little streets of the Halles district, you’ll discover amongst others a hidden gem, a covert passage from 1826 in a perfect shape and discover the incredible Palais Royal. Your tour continues along the streets where you’ll find some of the most chic boutiques in Paris: Cartier, Chanel, Louis Vuitton or the Ritz palace will be on our route. Get amazed in the Place Vendome, built by Louis the XIVth and home to the statue of Napoleon, your route then takes you to the Opera de Paris and last but not least your guide will let you visit the Galeries Lafayette to discover one of the most beautiful domes in the world.Follow your guide to uncover all secrets of the city of light, its historical and cultural, romantic and gourmet aspects…
We start our walk by Moulin Rouge. The cabaret where the French Cancan was invented ! Our route takes you by the homes of Van Gogh and Picasso, we walk by their houses discovering their Parisian lives. You will hear stories about the artistic life in Montmartre and its historical highlights. During your walk you will also remember the movie Amelie, and feel what the more recent Emily felt in Paris…Your stop in front of Sacré Coeur Basilica will offer one of the best overall views of Paris. Wait for the sunset and the awakening of the town’s nightlife while all the lights of the Parisians get turned on, one by one as they get back home.Follow your guide to uncover all secrets of Montmartre, historical and cultural, romantic and sexy, lively and colorful…HighlightsMoulin RougeDaliVan GoghSaint-DenisVineyardsPicassoLapin AgileThe Pink HouseComplete panorama of ParisI love you wallLautrecLe Moulin de la GaletteSacré-Coeur BasilicaPlace du Tertre : Painters’ Hill
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