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Le Marais District & Jewish Quarter - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
Discover the secrets behind Paris’s former royal neighborhood on this 2.5 exclusive guided walking tour of the Marais. Your guide will lead you through the tiny streets, courtyards, and mansions that make up this quintessentially Parisian district.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Le Marais & Jewish Quarter Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl Max
Discover the secrets behind Paris’s former royal neighborhood on this 2.5 semi-private (12 guest maximum) guided walking tour of the Marais. Your guide will lead you through the tiny streets, courtyards, and mansions that make up this quintessentially Parisian district.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Paris Le Marais Hidden Gems Small Group Tour
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.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
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.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Paris Le Marais Historical Walking Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting
This afternoon you will meet your expert local guide at the Musee Carnavalet for a relaxed stroll through the historic Le Marais neighborhood of Paris, followed by a lovely seated tasting of select French wines & cheeses. This gastronomic and historical tour will ensure you receive an understanding of the scope of influences that affected the Marais' development into the trendy, charming area it is today. Limited to only 8 guests, this tour is the perfect way to unwind after a hectic day of sightseeing or even begin a fun night out in Paris!
Duration: 2 hours.
Duration: 2 hours.
Marais District 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Paris
Take a 2-hour walking tour in Paris with a private guide to gain insight into the history and culture of the Marais district, a trendy neighborhood with a rich past and plenty of great architecture to admire.
Templars, great kings, famous writers and rock stars have been the inhabitants of the most chic district of Paris: the Marais. Superb palaces, art galleries, trendy boutiques, bistros and elegant tearooms, but crossing the Marais means also diving into the great historical and artistic heritage of France.
The horrors of the Holocaust in the Museum of Judaism, the Europe's largest contemporary art collection in the Pompidou Center by Renzo Piano, the great palaces that now house the National Archive and museums. A neighborhood full of contradictions where you can meet on the same sidewalk the beefy bouncer of a gay club and a rabbi who calls to prayer.
We will pass under the elegant arcades of Place de Vosges and conclude our journey where the French Revolution began: the Bastille!
Duration: 2 hours.
Templars, great kings, famous writers and rock stars have been the inhabitants of the most chic district of Paris: the Marais. Superb palaces, art galleries, trendy boutiques, bistros and elegant tearooms, but crossing the Marais means also diving into the great historical and artistic heritage of France.
The horrors of the Holocaust in the Museum of Judaism, the Europe's largest contemporary art collection in the Pompidou Center by Renzo Piano, the great palaces that now house the National Archive and museums. A neighborhood full of contradictions where you can meet on the same sidewalk the beefy bouncer of a gay club and a rabbi who calls to prayer.
We will pass under the elegant arcades of Place de Vosges and conclude our journey where the French Revolution began: the Bastille!
Duration: 2 hours.
The French Revolution: Self Guided Audio Tour of Paris
The French Revolution had a ripple effect throughout history, and it all kicked off right here in Paris. On this walking tour through the Marais neighbourhood with Context Travel expert Georgia Dearden, you‘ll see where history was made and how catastrophic weather and a series of meteorological events sparked socio-political tensions that ultimately led to the revolution.
Decode symbolism in Place du Chatelet and unravel key events like the Reign of Terror and the beheading of the royal family. Pass by Musée Carnavalet and explore the birth of the National Assembly. Learn how climatic events, social injustice, and political upheaval converged to reshape history.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.
Duration: 90 to 105 minutes.
Decode symbolism in Place du Chatelet and unravel key events like the Reign of Terror and the beheading of the royal family. Pass by Musée Carnavalet and explore the birth of the National Assembly. Learn how climatic events, social injustice, and political upheaval converged to reshape history.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.
Duration: 90 to 105 minutes.
Aristocratic and Literary Tour in Marais
This tour immerses you in the literary and aristocratic past of the historic Marais district. Follow in the footsteps of the district’s illustrious
characters such as Madame de Sévigné and Romantics like Victor
Hugo and Théophile Gautier ...
For hundreds of years, the Marais was the preferred residence of the nobility. In the 17th century, the nobility built magnificent mansions around the Place Royale (now the Place des Vosges), some of which still exist.
This was also the birthplace of Madame de Sévigné, a leading figure of her time whose literary work opens a window on aristocratic and courtly life in the 17th century. She was a close friend of literary pioneer Madame de La Fayette. Victor Hugo later lived just a few steps away, as did Colette.
We’ll start with a coffee or tea at the Place des Vosges and then set off on foot to explore the surrounding area and its fascinating history. Readings by authors who lived in the district
will round off this extraordinary experience.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
characters such as Madame de Sévigné and Romantics like Victor
Hugo and Théophile Gautier ...
For hundreds of years, the Marais was the preferred residence of the nobility. In the 17th century, the nobility built magnificent mansions around the Place Royale (now the Place des Vosges), some of which still exist.
This was also the birthplace of Madame de Sévigné, a leading figure of her time whose literary work opens a window on aristocratic and courtly life in the 17th century. She was a close friend of literary pioneer Madame de La Fayette. Victor Hugo later lived just a few steps away, as did Colette.
We’ll start with a coffee or tea at the Place des Vosges and then set off on foot to explore the surrounding area and its fascinating history. Readings by authors who lived in the district
will round off this extraordinary experience.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Paris Le Marais Organic Sweet and Savoury Tasting Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the heart of Paris' central district, in the shops of the capital's independent artisans, and meet them. An unusual gourmet tour that will awaken all your senses, from the artisans' anecdotes, to the tasting of a World Championship finalist pâté en croûte, via a visit to the Capital's oldest market... Discover Paris Exquisite and its history.
Duration: 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours.
Paris Le Marais Organic Sweet and Savoury Private Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the heart of Paris' central district, in the shops of the capital's independent artisans, and meet them. An unusual gourmet tour that will awaken all your senses, from the artisans' anecdotes, to the tasting of a World Championship finalist pâté en croûte, via a visit to the Capital's oldest market... Discover Paris Exquisite and its history.
Duration: 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours.
Le Marais Paris Walking Tour: Stories Beyond the Guidebook
Uncover the secrets of Paris's most captivating neighborhood - the historic Marais. This intimate walking tour reveals hidden courtyards, medieval mansions, and stories that bring centuries of Parisian history to life. From royal intrigue to revolutionary drama, discover how this remarkable district mirrors the transformation of Paris itself.
Your experience includes:
• Small groups (maximum 8 people)
• Hidden gems most tourists never find
• Stories that shaped Paris from medieval times to today
• Access to historic mansions and secret passages
• Traditional shops and local culture
• Perfect photo locations and photography guidance
• Local tips for the best cafés and boutiques
Meet James, an American who married a Parisian and made the city his home. His passion for uncovering hidden corners and sharing secret stories brings the Marais to life in ways guidebooks never could. Experience Paris through the eyes of someone who knows where to find its most fascinating untold stories.
Duration: 2 hours.
Your experience includes:
• Small groups (maximum 8 people)
• Hidden gems most tourists never find
• Stories that shaped Paris from medieval times to today
• Access to historic mansions and secret passages
• Traditional shops and local culture
• Perfect photo locations and photography guidance
• Local tips for the best cafés and boutiques
Meet James, an American who married a Parisian and made the city his home. His passion for uncovering hidden corners and sharing secret stories brings the Marais to life in ways guidebooks never could. Experience Paris through the eyes of someone who knows where to find its most fascinating untold stories.
Duration: 2 hours.