Paris Iconic Sightseeing Spots - Self-Guided Walking Tours

3 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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 Instagram photos.

As you learn about the history behind the sights and discover the key sightseeing spots of these neighbourhoods, we’ll uncover the true essence of Paris that is a part of this must-see city.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

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
Access to your self-guided audio tour
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Earphones
Mobile device

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a self-guided tour.

End point
Notre Dame

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Eiffel Tower

    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 Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    We pause to speak about the event that links all the buildings in this neighborhood.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 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 Admission ticket free
  • 4

    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 Admission ticket free
  • 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 Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Tour de l'Horloge

    A little-known gem that was a gift for the people of Paris.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 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 Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Learn how this overlooked masterpiece has influenced some of the world's most iconic architectural wonders.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Louvre Museum

    Discover the oldest part of the Louvre, as we map its origins.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 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 Admission ticket free
  • 11

    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 Admission ticket free
  • 12

    The (now destroyed) Tuileries have witnessed a lot and have their own story to tell.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Tuileries Garden

    We'll listen to some funny anecdotes about the weird and wonderful scenes the garden has seen.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Place de la Concorde

    We finish with the full story behind the world's most famous revolution!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 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 Admission ticket not included
  • 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 Admission ticket free
  • 17

    A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Tomb of Jim Morrison

    We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 19

    A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 20

    Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 21

    We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 22

    The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 23

    We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 24

    A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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