Cultural & Theme Tours in Paris

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

See Paris through the lens of a film director on this 2-hour walking tour of recognizable movie and TV filming locations throughout the city. See the streets, monuments and shops immortalized in films like 'Midnight in Paris,' 'Before Sunset,' 'The Devil Wears Prada,' and 'Marie Antoinette.' Get the inside scoop from your local film buff guide while strolling between locations in the vibrant Latin Quarter, on the Ile de la Cit e and along the riverbanks of the Seine.

The history of the Louvre Museum is magnificent. Its rich art collection is of unfathomable proportions. The Louvre can be a mind-boggling experience. During our visit, I suggest a straight-forward approach!

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.

Discover a piece of the Paris fashion scene on a tour that takes you along some of the city's less-visited streets to visit an atelier where clothes are made for Jean Paul Gaultier and the Moulin Rouge. Learn about the evolution of Parisian style and listen to stories from local artists.

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.

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.

Bohemian, hilltop Montmartre is one of Paris' most characterful neighborhoods. See some of its prettiest corners - and go an in-depth exploration of its artistic heritage - on this private walking tour. After meeting your art historian guide, you'll see the Moulin Rouge and Moulin de Galette, stop in an artist's atelier, venture to the Montmartre Museum, and follow in the footsteps of former residents like Picasso, Modigliani, and Van Gogh. You'll also pause for an aperitif drink and will visit Sacr e-Coeur, where you can admire panoramic Paris views.

Paris has long been known for its cafe culture, and with this walking tour of the cafes of Belleville, you'll get a chance to enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine out on the outdoor terrace of Belleville's Cafe Folies, just like a Parisian. Best of all, some proceeds of your tour will go toward local charity.

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.

Today you will visit Paris like a Parisian. You will discover places where the locals like to relax or to stroll.You will not see during this tour the hyper tourist sites that are the Eiffel Tower or Champs Elys eesYour private guide will meet you at your hotel and will take you to the charming covered passages of the 2nd and 9th arrondissements. Today, a little outdated, they are among the most picturesque sites in the Capital.You will also see the other side of the Butte de Montmartre where most tourists do not go. You will walk like the Parisians along the Saint Martin or Ourcq canal. You will be able to stop in one of the many small and popular caf es. And why not play a game of petanque? Activity very popular with Parisians when the weather is nice.You will end in a garden little known to foreign visitors but very appreciated by the Parisians: Les Buttes Chaumont. From the peaks of the park, like the locals, you will love the beautiful views of Paris.

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, "¦.)

Experience the beauty and history of one of the River Seine's last two natural islands - Ile de la Cit e - on a private 3-hour walking tour with a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral. Admire the stunning gothic architecture of this centuries-old church, see its iconic gargoyles and step inside to view its towering vaulted ceilings and learn about its legendary bell ringer from your art historian guide. Then enjoy exclusive skip-the-line access into Sainte-Chapelle - known for its incredible stained glass windows - and the Conciergerie, a once torturous prison where Marie Antoinette served time. 

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.

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).

Explore Montmartre, the Parisian neighborhood adored by filmmakers, movie stars, locals and tourists alike, on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Discover scenes from Woody Allen's 'Midnight in Paris' with a stroll around the Sacr e Coeur Basilica; stand in front of the Moulin Rouge, where Christian and Satine fell in love in the 2001 film of the same name; and pass by Caf e des 2 Moulins, which featured in 'Amelie.' Numbers are limited to just eight people on this small-group tour.

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 an off-the-beaten-path area of Paris on this street art tour in Belleville. An interesting diversion from Paris' historical sights, this open-air gallery represents the Paris of today. While you ponder the fine line between street art, graffiti and vandalism, learn about this genre of art from a knowledgeable guide.

Explore the charming streets of Montmartre with this small group tour. Your guide will take you to a mix of iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-track sights, from the Moulin Rouge windmill to the home of Vincent Van Gogh. You'll also get to try croissants at an award-winning bakery, explore the vineyards of Montmartre, and pass through a secret passageway into a cobbled back street.

Visit Claude Monet's home at Giverny on this tour from Paris that includes skip-the-line access. Explore the artist's colorful garden and restored house; see where he painted some of his masterpieces; and check out the Giverny Museum of Impressionism (Mus ee des impressionnismes Giverny).