Private Bastille and Aligre market walking tour with the highline

4.8
(17 reviews)

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 2 more

Gain insight into the local food, culture, history and daily life of Paris' Bastille district on this 3-hour walking tour. Veer off the tourist trail with a knowledgeable guide to discover the elevated tree-lined walkway of the Promenade Plantée and the Viaduc des Arts — predecessor to The High Line in New York City. Pop into gourmet shops, wander around buzzing food markets and learn about the bold architecture and French Revolution history for which the Bastille area is famous. This tour is held in private.

What's Included

Three food tastings and one drink
Professional guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Paris

Departure Point: Near the Opéra Bastille, central Paris Address: Place de la Bastille, 75012 Paris Directions: Meet your guide outside the Opera de Bastille, towards the right-hand side of the steps as you face the opera house. The closest metro station is Bastille (lines 1, 5 and 8). Dates: Tuesday to Friday Return point: Near Gare de Lyon, central Paris

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Place de la Bastille

    Parisian Harbour and chocolate workshop

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Marche Aligre

    Food market and flea market

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Coulee Verte Rene-Dumont

    old train track that has been transformed into a garden

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    artisan workshops

    30 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by A Journey in Paris

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Food & Drink
Viator Plus
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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