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We explore La Goutte d'Or, often referred to as Little Africa, on a guided 2-hour walk, entering shops, sharing stories, and engaging the neighborhood through culture, food, and conversation. It's an intimate, grounded experience of contemporary African life in Paris.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour ends at Peulh Vagabond, a clothing boutique located on Rue Myrha.
Itinerary
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We arrive at the Château Rouge metro station, serving as the introduction to the neighborhood of La Goutte d’Or. We’ll begin with a walk through the market corridor, using the area as a starting point to discuss the neighborhood’s history, daily life, and cultural significance. Guests will experience the rhythm of the area firsthand while learning how this part of Paris has been shaped over time.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A neighborhood grocery store specializing in Haitian food products. We’ll pause here to talk about how different Black diasporic cultures are represented throughout La Goutte d’Or, and guests may choose to step inside to browse, but entering the store is optional.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A local shop specializing in African fabrics and clothing. We’ll stop here to talk about the role of textiles in everyday life, migration, and cultural expression across different African countries.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A neighborhood bakery run by a family with roots spanning Mali, Egypt, and France. Guest can purchase fresh bread or pastries here if they'd like.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A music shop connected to African and Afro-diasporic music and culture. We will learn how sound plays a role in shaping identity, community, and everyday life in the neighborhood.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We end the tour at a renowned independent fashion boutique rooted in African design. Guests will learn about the brand's story, the designer, it's cultural references, and craftsmanship.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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