Cultural Tours in France

A key flashpoint in the Battle of Arras during World War I, Vimy Ridge lies in France's Nord-Pas-de-Calais region - where tensions flared between the Canadian Corps and the German 6th Army. On this round-trip transfer service, reach Vimy Ridge with ease from Arras or Lens. Explore surrounding sites including La Targette and Neuville at your own pace, with all travel covered and a wide choice of departure times.

History comes to life with this Belle Epoque-themed tour. As you make your way through the 2nd and 9th arrondissements, your guide will regale you with stories from one of the most colorful periods in Parisian history. Discover former brothels and listen to scandalous tales of dazzling courtesans. Visit Palais Royal, Pigalle, and the Place Saint-Georges. End your small-group tour with a cocktail at a former brothel.

See the monuments, statues, and sights of Paris known around the world on this combination, tour of the city and visit to Orangerie Museum with skip-the-line entry. From the panoramic, air-conditioned coach spot the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, Notre Dame cathedral, the Louvre museum and see impressionist paintings by Monet and others. Learn about the city's history on a personal audio set with narration available in 10-languages.

Discover Paris on a four-hour, small-group tour. Begin at the Op era Garnier and admire the eclectic Napoleon III style building. See the imposing columns of the Champs-Elys ees. Then explore the heart of the city on a walking tour through the Marais. See Montmartre, famous for the Moulin Rouge, and finish the tour at the Eiffel Tower where you are given tickets for a Cruise on the River Seine with complimentary glass of Champagne. This tour is ideal for fist time visitors to the city.

Get straight to the heart of France's most famous art destination with this 2-hour express tour of the Louvre. Skip the long entrance lines with a small group of no more than 20 and head straight for the museum's most famous and captivating works, including the 'Mona Lisa,' 'The Raft of the Medusa,' and other masterpieces. Enhance your viewing experience by learning the stories and secrets behind the art and artists from an expert licensed guide.

Get a behind the scenes look at the film industry on a 45-minute tour of Rex Studios. Set in Paris' most famous cinema, the experience is sure to please film buffs, tv obsessed kids, and cinema goers alike. A new tour begins every five minutes, so you can start when it's convenient for you. Visit the off-limits projection room, discover special effects techniques, and even play around on a film set.

Discover the lively Latin Quarter on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Learn about the significance of the Sorbonne in France's cultural and intellectual history. Listen to stories about student life in the neighborhood and critical moments like May of 1968. Step back in time with a visit to the Pantheon, stroll through the beautifully manicured Luxembourg Gardens, and visit other spots that give this area its distinct spirit.

Relive Parisian life during Nazi occupation on a 3-h World War II walking tour with a passionate historian. In a small (6 people max), you will discover Paris as an urban battlefield and a strategic crossroads for German armies and the French Resistance. Listen to stories about horror and heroism and spot the city's scars near iconic landmarks such as the Opera house, the Louvre, the Tuileries gardens and much more! The tour will end in a typical coffee to continue chatting with our expert.HIGHLIGHTS - Enjoy a walking conference with a passionate Historian expert- Learn amazing anecdotes about the French Resistance- Spot the places that played a role during the Liberation of Paris- Take advantage of a small group to exchange with your guide

Pere lachaise used to be a Jesuit priest confessor of Louis XIV (The Sun King). The cemetery was created at the time of Napoleon on this former Jesuit base. Originally we just had 13 graves. Today Pere Lachaise is one oft he most famous cemeteries in the world. It houses more than 69,000 tombs. It is also the biggest green space in Paris where locals like to stroll. A visit at Pere Lachaise is a great opportunity to speak about celebrities like Molière, Jean de la Fontaine, David, Chopin, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf or Jim Morrison"¦If your private guide does not live in the cemetery he lives next to it and will share with tons of stories about these famous (and less famous) people. Having a private tour you will be able to ask all the questions you wish and choose the focus you prefer for your tour (the most famous tombs, architecture, artists, writers, politicians, love stories, "¦.)

There are few palaces as world-famous as Versailles, but with some 10 million annual visitors, you could spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. This half-day tour from Paris ensures a hassle-free experience with round-trip train transfers from the city, skip-the-line entrance, and a guided tour of the state rooms, palace gardens, and Marie Antoinette's hamlet (if option selected).

This small-group tour in Paris is the perfect way to see a lot in a short space of time. You won't have to plan transport as you'll be picked up from your hotel, and travel in a comfortable minivan. Sail past the Louvre, and Notre Dame Cathedral on a Seine River Cruise, and then avoid lines at the Eiffel Tower with skip-the-line access. The day ends in the beautiful historical quarter of Montmartre.

Opt for an alternative experience of the Louvre on a 1.5-hour tour that focuses on scandals and controversies. Ideal for travelers look from something different, this small-group tour - limited to an intimate number of 15 - provides a unique perspective on works such as the Mona Lisa, Venus de MIlo, and the Winged Victory. A skip-the-line admission ticket to the Louvre museum is included.

Discover the rich history of France's capital city with this small-group walking tour along the Seine. Over the course of 2 hours, you'll pass impressive landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Pont Neuf, the Tuileries Garden, the Eiffel Tower, and the Place de la Concorde. Learn the very human stories behind major historic events as your guide shares tales of Marie-Antoinette, Catherine de Medici, Ernest Hemingway, Victor Hugo, and more.

Versailles is one of the most visited castles in the world, so it's no surprise that it can get crowded! This small-group tour ensures a personalized experience, with skip-the-line entrance and an entertaining guided tour of the Palace and Gardens, including the Hall of Mirrors, the Great Apartment, and the Musical Fountains.

Yves Saint Laurent was easily one of the most celebrated fashion designers of his era, and many of his finest designs are showcased at this Parisian museum. This exclusive tour will give you and a small group of fashion-lovers after-hours access to the Mus ee Yves Saint Laurent, culminating in a visit to the very studio where many of Saint Laurent's most iconic designs originated.

Private transportation and skip-the-line access make it easy to visit two of the most impressive - and the most crowded - landmarks in and around Paris in just one day. Begin with a short drive out of town to walk in the footsteps of royalty at the UNESCO-listed Versailles palace and gardens. Back in Paris, see world-famous works like the 'Mona Lisa' and 'Venus de Milo' on a private highlights tour of the Louvre museum.

¿When to do the Montmartre Tour? Every Day 17:00 Adults 15€ or Students from 14 to 24 years 13€ or Children from 0 to 13 years FREEGroup minimum: 4 peopleThe meeting point for this tour is at the exit of the Metro Blanche stop (Line 2)Montmartre Tour Highlights - The history of Montmartre - Moulin Rouge - Van Gogh's apartment - Moulin de la Galette - Dalida Square - La Maison Rose - Cabaret Au Lapin Agile - The vineyards of Montmartre - Sacre Coeur Basilica - An incredible panoramic view of Parisand much, much more"¦

Explore the Louvre Museum from the perspective of The Da Vinci Code for a twist on the typical museum tour. With a guide, you'll see some of the museum's top works of art and hear about the filming of the movie at locations such as the Louvre Pyramid - one of Paris' most recognizable modern attractions.

Enrich your visit to the Mus ee d'Orsay with a small-group walking tour led by a trained art historian. Over the course of 3 hours, learn about major art movements like the Barbizon school, Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism. See impressive pieces by Manet, Renoir, Degas, Monet, C ezanne, Van Gogh, Matisse, and Gaugin, among others.

Filled with bones and skulls of Parisians past, the Catacombs provide a spooky alternative to the monuments and museums of Paris. With this tour, you'll get to skip the entry lines and head straight to the heart of this subterranean attraction, where your knowledgeable guide will show you special areas of the attraction not usually accessible to the public.