Paris Trip Overview
Want to feel like a local? You have to go where they go. Welcome to Le Marais.
This stylish neighborhood is filled with trendy shops, medieval alleys, and unusual attractions many travelers miss. But it’s where Parisians come to play. You’ll understand why with this immersive walking tour of Le Marais. You might even feel a little Parisian yourself at the end.
Led by your local guide, you’ll explore the Marais’ rich history and modern appeal, from the old Jewish quarter to the vibrant LGBT community. See the Pompidou Center, the so-called “inside-out building” and visit the Place des Vosges where Victor Hugo once lived
Our tour ends at the Saint Paul metro station. Your guide can share tips on where to spend the rest of your afternoon if you want to stay longer. Once you’re here, it’s hard to say goodbye to Le Marais.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Paris, France
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Paris, Île-de-France, France
Want to feel like a local? You have to go where they go. Welcome to Le Marais.
This stylish neighborhood is filled with trendy shops, medieval alleys, and unusual attractions many travelers miss. But it’s where Parisians come to play. You’ll understand why with this immersive walking tour of Le Marais. You might even feel a little Parisian yourself at the end.
Led by your local guide, you’ll explore the Marais’ rich history and modern appeal, from the old Jewish quarter to the vibrant LGBT community. See the Pompidou Center, the so-called “inside-out building” and visit the Place des Vosges where Victor Hugo once lived
Our tour ends at the Saint Paul metro station. Your guide can share tips on where to spend the rest of your afternoon if you want to stay longer. Once you’re here, it’s hard to say goodbye to Le Marais.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Fontaine Stravinsky, 2 rue Brisemiche Place Igor Stravinsky, 75004 Paris France
Meet your guide alongside this whimsical fountain with abstract and outlandish sculptures that move and spray water. If you arrive early you will find it is a perfect opportunity to take advantage of a pre-tour drink, snack or selfie session
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Centre Pompidou, Place Georges Pompidou, 75004 Paris France
Marvel at the “inside-out” architecture of this controversial building which houses the world’s largest modern art museum. Your guide will share a brief overview of what the building means to Parisians who have a love-hate relationship with this colorful landmark. You might decide to return at a later time and pay to visit inside for the current exhibits or you can take a free ride up to the top for a fabulous view of Paris from up high.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cloitre des Billettes, 24 rue des Archives, 75004 Paris France
Take a peek behind the door to journey back to a medieval time as your guide shares the brief history of one of the last remaining cloisters in Paris.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Impasse des Arbaletriers, 36 rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75003 Paris France
Stroll down this medieval 15th centruy dead-end road named for a crossbow shooting range and hear about it’s history that dates back to buildings from the 13th century. Your guide will also explain why this charming street is shiny and new on one side and gritty on the other side, complete with street art and graffiti.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: La Rue des Rosiers, Rue des Rosiers, 75004 Paris France
Wander down this classic photo-worthy street in the Jewish quarter of the Marais and learn about a culture that has withstood the gentrification of recent times. Your guide can help point out some of the remaining authentic deli’s and shops and give you time to pop in and treat yourself to a snack
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Bibliotheque historique de la ville de Paris, 24 rue Pavee, 75004 Paris France
Visit this historic library housed in one of the oldest mansions in the Marais, the Hôtel de Lamoignon. Take a peek inside and make your plans to return and explore the over 1 million books, documents and maps with details of Paris from the 16th century to present day Paris.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Musee Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris, 16 rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75003 Paris France
Discover the Musee Carnavalet, the city’s top history museum and one of the city’s rare examples of Renaissance architecture. Soak up the regal atmosphere as you stroll along the picturesque gardens
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fontaines de la Place des Vosges, Place des Vosges, 75004 Paris France
Stroll through the Place des Vosges, a 17th-century square once home to Victor Hugo. You and your guide and fellow travelers may like to sit for a moment amidst the welcoming grounds as your guide regales you with stories about this epicenter of the Marais
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Jardin de l’Hotel de Sully, 62 rue Saint Antoine, 75186 Paris France
Meander through this scenic courtyard of a private mansion, built in the early 17th century when the Marais was especally notable for it’s royal and upper class residents and visitors and which today is responsible for the management of historic buildings and monuments
Duration: 10 minutes
