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Le Marais isn't a neighbourhood you should simply walk through — you need to know where to look.
This experience combines several sides of Paris in one easy-going walking tour: medieval streets, magnificent private mansions, secret courtyards, Place des Vosges, Victor Hugo, the historic Jewish Quarter, local food traditions, fashion and LGBTQ+ heritage.
Rather than simply passing the neighbourhood's famous landmarks, your local guide helps reveal what is hiding behind ordinary doors, down small passages and beyond the shopfronts.
An included local tasting adds another dimension to the experience, while recommendations for cafés, restaurants, shopping and nightlife help you continue exploring after the tour.
It's historic Paris, Jewish Paris, fashionable Paris and delicious Paris — all within one fascinating neighbourhood.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Located very close to Saint-Paul Station (Metro Line 1), making it easy to access from central Paris.
End the tour at Le Marais
Itinerary
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1Le Marais
Your guide will introduce you to the story of Le Marais and explain why this neighbourhood escaped many of the huge transformations that changed Paris during the 19th century.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Hotel de Sully
Discover its beautiful courtyard, hear about aristocratic life in the neighbourhood and find the hidden passage leading toward one of Paris's most beautiful squares.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Place des Vosges
Walk beneath its elegant arcades and admire the distinctive red-brick architecture. Discover its royal origins, incredible residents and the stories hidden behind these façades. And then meet one of the neighbourhood's most famous former residents...
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Maison de Victor Hugo
Discover the extraordinary man behind Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame and hear how his life, politics and writing became intertwined with Paris.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Le Marais Jewish Quarter
Known historically as the Pletzl, this area has been at the heart of Jewish life in Paris for generations. Hear stories of immigration, community, culture, persecution, survival and renewal. Look for synagogues, memorials, traditional shops and details that reveal the extraordinary history of these streets.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Welcome to legendary Rue des Rosiers. Traditional bakeries and Jewish food institutions now stand alongside fashion boutiques and contemporary Parisian life. Few streets capture the personality of modern Le Marais better.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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