Printemps Attractions & Things to do

Gaze up at Paris' stunning Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture on this 2-hour walking tour of the 8th and 9th arrondissements. Admire some of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, including Gare St Lazare, the Palais Garnier opera house and the famous Galeries Lafayette department store. Stop en route for a drink at a traditional Parisian brasserie with an Art Nouveau interior, and learn from your guide about the architectural styles that have shaped modern Paris. This tour is held in private only.
Duration: 2 hours.

Step back in time and explore the bold transformation that reshaped Paris forever. On this captivating tour, we uncover the story of the Haussmannian renovation—a sweeping, controversial urban overhaul that demolished over 70% of the medieval city to create the Paris we know today. In just 17 years, narrow, winding streets gave way to wide boulevards, grand façades, and a modern metropolis poised to lead the world.

Dive into the drama of this radical reconstruction, where beauty and progress came at the cost of cultural upheaval. Discover how this ambitious project birthed industrial life, consumer culture, and the rhythms of modern urban living. More than a tour, this is a journey to the origins of modernity, set in the heart of the world's most stunning city. Let Paris reveal its dramatic evolution, one story at a time.
Duration: 2 hours.

The guide is a historian. He is specialised in the history of the 19th century in Paris. He is passionate about this location of the 8th district, because it's simply beautiful.

With this very experienced guide you will walk through another period of Paris. We surround ourselves with the rich cultural life of the bourgeois – full with architecture, art and nature of the 19th century.

The 19th century of the Belle Epoque (Beautiful era) will come alive in this tour. Including plenty of photo opportunities in the Paris you've never seen before.
Duration: 2 hours.

The tour that deals with the drastic and radical reconstruction that completely changed the city of Paris, by destroying over 70% of it. The most impressive, ambitious, comprehensive yet also destructive and culturally catastrophic urban planning move, possibly of all time - the Haussmannian reconstruction - is the main topic of this tour. We present the pivotal change in the history of the city, where a medieval town, with aspects of renaissance and classical architecture scattered about, became a modern, industrialized capital of the world - in the time span of only 17 years. This is, without a doubt, one of the most interesting tours we offer, as it delves into the very birth of modernity: industrial life, consumerist culture, modern politics, urban living. This tour, like no other, shows us the birth of the world we today live in, and how it came to be in the most important (also, the most beautiful) city in the world, Paris.
Duration: 2 hours.

The French capital is renowned worldwide in the field of clothing fashion and the luxury market. Paris is among the largest houses of fashion, perfumery, cosmetics, jewelry and other luxurious products which contribute to France's international cultural influence. During this visit, you will (re)discover the history of luxury and material wealth in Europe from Prehistory to today. You will walk in the company of your Elyesse tourist guide through the famous Opera district along Boulevard Haussmann to admire the luxury department stores such as Galeries Lafayette or Printemps, after passing through the sublime Place Vendôme and of the Opéra Garnier filled with luxurious boutiques. Soak up the chic and elegant atmosphere of these glamorous places run by the country's richest people such as LVMH, BHV and Chanel.
Duration: 2 hours.

Envelop yourself in Paris' festive Christmas flair on this 3-hour walking tour of the French capital. Marvel at the lavish holiday decorations of Galeries Lafayette, admire seasonal window displays throughout Paris' Art Nouveau shopping district, soak up rooftop views over the city, and browse Christmas shops for local treats and souvenirs. French Christmas traditions revolve around food, so you'll enjoy tastings of Parisian treats such as foie gras, oysters and macarons with Champagne. Your tour size is limited to six to ensure personalized attention from your guide.
Duration: 3 hours.

This is a 4 to 6 hours private walking tour intended to show you the best that Parisian lifestyle has to offer. Macarons, cheese, wine, shopping, architecture, cafés... you will discover what makes Paris so famous!

Your guide is a native Parisian, speaking fluent English, who is willing to show and explain you what makes Paris such an appreciated city for its art-de-vivre.
During this tour, you will also see some very nice places such as Le marais, the Passages Couverts or the Madeleine church.

We will walk at your pace and make stops when needed. The length of this tour is flexible, from 4 to 6 hours depending on your preferences.

This tour is perfect to discover the real Paris by having some typical Parisian moments!
Duration: 5 hours.