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Paris has 2,000 years of history, and its most fascinating stories are hidden in the streets, not museums.
Beyond the famous monuments, discover medieval streets, hidden courtyards, traces of revolutions and stories that bring Paris to life.
Join passionate local guides on a small-group walking tour and discover a different side of the city, whether it's your first visit or your fifth.
✅ History you can still see
- Cannonball and bullet marks from revolutions and wars
- Stories of kings, emperors, revolutionaries and WWII resistance
- Medieval houses, hidden gardens and the fascinating streets of Le Marais
✅ Explore historic streets, unexpected corners and colourful street art away from the usual tourist routes.
✅ A small-group experience
This is a walking tour, not a standing lecture! Expect engaging stories, surprising facts, a relaxed pace and time for your questions.
✅ Discover our favourite restaurants, wine bars and hidden spots.
* Jokes included at no extra charge.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Face the main entrance of the city hall (large open square with plants on both sides and flags on the façade). The guide will be waiting on the left side with a white umbrella. By metro: Hôtel de Ville station, exit 5 My phone number : +33 7 81 24 82 04
We finish the tour in front of Victor Hugo’s house! You’ll end the tour in the heart of several lively Parisian neighborhoods, with plenty of great restaurant options for every budget and taste.
Itinerary
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14th Arr. - Hotel-de-Ville
Paris’ City Hall stands as a witness to revolutions, fires, and rebirth.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A peaceful place of memory, dedicated to the resilience of Paris after the 2015 attacks. Here, we talk about modern Paris. Its spirit, its cafés, and the way life always returns to the streets.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Hidden between modern façades, these curved medieval houses remind us that Paris was once a small village.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Memorial De La Shoah
A powerful stop that connects medieval Paris to the stories of the 20th century and today’s living neighbourhood.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Hotel de Sens
One of the most impressive medieval buildings in Paris, still marked by a real cannonball stuck in its wall
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A true slice of local life. We’ll see Parisians playing pétanque and if they are not here, we'll play ourselves!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Village St-Paul
A small village within the city, where quiet streets, historic churches, and local cafés show a softer, more intimate side of Paris.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Fragments of the medieval wall built by King Philippe Auguste reveal how Paris grew from a fortified town into a global capital.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Hotel de Sully
Step into a hidden Renaissance courtyard.. a secret passage that feels frozen in time. My mother’s favorite shortcut
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Place des Vosges
Our grand finale: the oldest planned royal square in Paris, created under the reign of Henry IV.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
We finish the tour in front of Victor Hugo’s house, after beginning next to Notre-Dame, the setting of his most famous novel.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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