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Explore the shadowy tales that haunt the Île de la Cité on this captivating 1.5-hour guided tour led by Edgar Allan Poe himself. Delve into the darker side of Paris, where you’ll hear chilling stories of haunted streets, infamous legends, and eerie occurrences. This unique experience combines historical insights with macabre anecdotes, including gruesome true crime tales and ghostly apparitions. As night falls, let Poe guide you through the labyrinth of Parisian history and legend, leaving you both informed and intrigued.
- 1.5-hour dramatized tour through the historic Île de la Cité
- A guided tour by Edgar Allan Poe, focusing on dark tales and legends of Medieval Paris
- Pass by iconic sites like Notre-Dame de Paris and the Pont Neuf
- Perfect for history buffs and fans of gothic literature
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet the actor in front of number 2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France.
Itinerary
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1Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Follow Edgar Allan Poe on his quest for inspiration. Its time for a first gloomy story : how the Devil helped a foolish artisan finishing the Cathedral lock hardware in time for th eCathedral Inauguration... And what happened to this man afterwards
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Ile de la Cite
Discover the Medieval streets of île de Cité, amongst which Rue Chanoinesse, as Edgar Allan Poe goes on looking for macabre stories... and discover what dark activities where crafted in the sellars of the buildings around you. Discover how, in the Middle Ages, a hairdresser and a butcher entered in a most spooky alliance to remedy a -too long - famine...
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Marche aux fleurs - Ile de la Cite
In the antique and famous Marché aux Fleurs, Edgar Allan Poe will be reminded about some stories about poisons, medecins, murders.... Gllomy stories that contrast with the chearfull flower shops around you .
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Square du Vert-Galant
At the Western point of the île de la Cité,with a most amazing view of Paris embrassing the Seine river, the Louvre, the Académie Française, the Grand Palais, the Pont des Arts, Edgar Allan Poe will reveal the bloody ending of the Templar nights... Did you know the Commander of the Templars was burnt right where you will be standing ? Did you know he cursed all the Kinfs of France to come ? This and much more is to be discovered as your follow Edgar Allan Poe unveiling the dark stories of medieval Paris.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Pont Neuf
Walking through the dark stories and legends of Paris, you are now in the XIXth century and you will discover the terrific story of this anonymous girl that was discovered, drowned, in the Seine...Althoug dead, her beauty still drove lovers to her body! Enjoy the view and the City of Lights as you stand on the Pont Neuf and get ready to dive in its shallow waters !
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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