Paris in a Day: Louvre, Notre Dame & Eiffel Tower Lunch
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Louvre's masterpieces
- Admire Notre Dame's Gothic architecture
- Enjoy lunch with Eiffel Tower views
- Skip-the-line access to attractions
- Expert local guide throughout tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the Louvre Museum
- Visit to Notre Dame Cathedral
- Lunch at the Eiffel Tower
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: Begin your Paris day trip from London at St. Pancras International, where a Golden Tours representative will meet you at Paul Express Coffee Shop in Unit 2 at 5:45am (5:15am on Saturdays). Collect your welcome pack, check in, and get ready for a seamless Eurostar journey from London to Paris.
Arrive in Paris and head straight to the world-famous Louvre Museum for a guided visit packed with history, art, and unforgettable highlights. See the iconic Mona Lisa, discover legendary masterpieces, and enjoy expert commentary that brings the museum’s treasures to life. On Tuesdays, when the Louvre is closed, you’ll visit the beautiful Musée d’Orsay instead.
No Paris tour is complete without the Eiffel Tower. Savor a delicious 3-course lunch at Madame Brasserie or Le Bistro Parisien while taking in spectacular panoramic views of Paris. This unforgettable Eiffel Tower lunch experience combines classic French dining with one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Step into the story of Paris with a visit to the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral. Admire its magnificent Gothic architecture, famous façade, stained glass, and gargoyles while your expert guide shares fascinating stories of its medieval past, cultural significance, and remarkable restoration. It’s a must-see stop for anyone wanting to experience the heart of historic Paris.
Pass by: After a memorable day of Paris sightseeing, your guide will escort you to Gare du Nord for your return Eurostar train to London, making your Paris in a day experience smooth, easy, and stress-free.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Lunch at the Eiffel Tower is included; inform of any dietary restrictions in advance.
- Tour involves walking; consider your comfort with physical activity.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the day's excursions.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views and artworks.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- You will be dining at Le Bistro Parisien (located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower).
- You are required to carry a valid passport with you which will be validated at the check-in desk.
- Please check your visa requirements before you travel.
- Your tickets will be printed under the lead passengers name.
- Are you wondering how we can offer these great Paris trips at such fantastic prices? As all our Eurostar tickets are secured well before the date you choose to travel, you will benefit from advance ticket prices regardless of how close your travel date is! The savings from purchasing these tickets at a lower price are passed on to our customers, so you never have to search for a better deal.
- Golden Tours will have no liability if Eurostar trains are delayed for unforeseen circumstances such as security alerts, third party action or bad weather as this is beyond our control.
- Train seats are allocated on first come first serve basis & not guaranteed together.
- **Times are estimate and subject to change according to availability on the day. The EXACT time will be on the instructions email sent by the Rail Department with the Eurostar tickets within 1-2 weeks of travel.
- Free amendments/cancellation up to 21 days in advance.
- Tour is Approx 15 hrs
Traveler reviews
Eiffel Tower of strike
We were so excited for this trip! We scheduled it to be on the day of our 10 year anniversary. Our guide was friendly and made the best of the situation. When we arrived at Notre dame we did not have skip the line tickets, when we arrived at the Eiffel Tower for our reservation for lunch we were told they were on strike so we were unable to go up it and have lunch. We spent about 15 minuets total there while our guide tried to figure out what was happening. We ended up going a couple streets over and getting about an hour to find somewhere to eat ourselves and do any shopping we wanted. I was disappointed in the place we chose for lunch. Then we went on a one hour cruise along the river which was fine, and then to the Louvre for about two hours. The day was not what I expected at all.
Not So oooh-la-la: Paris Lunch Let Down.
Our tour guide Carlos was great! We chose the lunch option. Dined at Le Bistro Parisien. The option with the views. We got there at noon. It was difficult to get seated even when our guide had called in advance. I had to email the viator confirmation to the host. Thank goodness I had it. Once seated it took very long for service. I had read on my confirmation email that a 3 course meal was included. We were supposed to meet our guide at 14:30. It was 14:15 and we still did not have our food! We had to call the waitress and told her we had to go. We finally ate a raw burger in 5 minutes. They brought us a bill charging for everything PLUS desserts we never received. We asked them to correct the bill and they did. At this point we just wanted to leave and meet our guide. We had been there since 12:30ish. We ended up paying and running out of there, we met our guide at 14:40! I’m going to call Viator and ask about refund for the lunch or maybe just take it as a loss. The lunch was a big disappointment. The museum is of course a must see, super crowded but at least you skip the line.