Marais Walking Tour with Victor Hugo and Historic Bakery

3 hours

Commentary: Audio · en

Paris, France

About this activity

Journey through the Marais on an expert-led walking tour with historic bakery visit, entry to Maison de Victor Hugo and Musée Carnavalet, and a tasty gaufre treat.

Highlights

Stroll Place des Vosges, Paris's oldest planned square
Inside the iconic Maison de Victor Hugo
Taste a sweet gaufre in a historic setting
Explore charming courtyards and cobblestone streets
Discover secrets of Le Marais with a small group

Full description

Step into timeless Paris on our Marais Highlights Walking Tour! Led by an expert guide, explore the winding streets and hidden courtyards of the Marais, one of Paris’s most vibrant and historic districts. Discover centuries-old architecture, wander stunning squares like Place des Vosges, and immerse yourself in Parisian culture with stories and secrets along the way. Enjoy a delicious French gaufre at a beloved bakery dating back to 1761, and experience literary history inside Victor Hugo’s home. Limited group sizes ensure a personal, unforgettable journey. This semi-private tour is the perfect blend of sightseeing, history, and sweet Parisian delights. Lace up your walking shoes for this remarkable Paris tour!

Included / Excluded

Enjoy a traditional gaufre in a picturesque spot in the heart of the Marais
Visit one of Paris oldest Confectionery Bakery’s dating back to 1761
Entry tickets to Maison de Victor Hugo and Musee Carnavaet
Tour is led by an expert first-class guide. Small group size for a more personalised experience.
Explore the Marais, one of Paris' oldest & atmospheric districts on this semi private tour
Hear fascinating stories about Parisian history, architecture, and life

Food and Drink apart from the waffle
Guide Tip

Itinerary

Eglise Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais

Meet your guide at this historical meeting spot at the Elm tree. Enter through its classical facade from 1624, and exit through the 1494 medieval back, stepping straight into the Marais of another era. A true time machine.

Duration: 15 min

Rue Francois Miron

Stop by the magnificent Hôtel de Beauvais. Built as a reward for Catherine Bellier, Queen Anne’s confidante who guided Louis XIV’s sexual ‘education.’ Mozart’s youthful notes still echo in its stones.

Duration: 5 min

Meeting point

Start Location

3 Pl. Saint-Gervais

3 Pl. Saint-Gervais, 75004 Paris, France

Important information

Know before you book

Not wheelchair/motorized scooter accessible
Minimum age: 18+ unless accompanied by an adult
Not suitable for guests with food allergies or special diets

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes (cobblestones & stairs involved)
Dress for the weather – tour is rain or shine
Bring a scarf or jumper to cover shoulders for church visits
Carry water and photo ID
Public transportation nearby; minimal parking in area

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport

Additional information

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs. Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise. Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps. Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older. Note for guests who booked Sainte-Chappelle entry. Please bring: Photo ID, Comfortable shoes and water (we will be waiting in the sun), Church dress code: A scarf or jumper to cover your shoulders Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies Church dress code: A scarf or jumper to cover your shoulders