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Without France, the American Revolution would not have succeeded.
Without America, the French Revolution might not have happened.
America & France are two nations united by a shared history, a history that is older than America itself. Our Founding Fathers sought the help of France to create our nation, and this tour will take you to the places where these great patriots lived & worked.
Along the way we will discuss the contribution that France made in ensuring American victory against the British – and the contribution that America made in disseminating Revolutionary ideals among the French elite.
The Franco-American friendship has now lasted 230 years, and throughout that time Americans have continued coming to Paris.
School groups are welcome on this tour, contact us for special group rates.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the entrance to the Church St Germain des Prés
Near the Luxembourg Gardens
Itinerary
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1Le Procope
The city's first café, opened in 1686, was frequented by our forefathers - both Franklin & Jefferson came here to meet with fellow Revolutionaries, drink coffee & play chess
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Luxembourg Gardens
Not far from the gardens was the home of John Paul Jones, his final residence. He died here in Paris & his remains were placed in a cemetery that was paved over & forgotten. It took several years to find his tomb, repatriate his remains & give him a full mililtary burial in the US.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Odeon, Theatre de L'Europe
Nearby is the home of Thomas Paine, who lived in Paris for 5 years after publishing his best-seller "Common Sense"
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We visit the location where Jefferson lived briefly during his 5-year stay in Paris. Following in Franklin's footsteps, he became Ambassador to France in 1784.
10 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour requires 2 hours of walking - not recommended for those with difficulties in walking
- Please note that I am entirely vaccinated
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Cancellation Policy
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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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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