Private Paris in a Day Tour with Louvre Tickets
9 hours
Max 6 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Paris, France
About this activity
Highlights
- Private full-day tour of Paris’s top sights
- Guided Louvre tour with skip-the-line access
- Explore Montmartre and see the Sacré-Cœur
- Learn about Notre-Dame’s façade and restoration
- Enjoy expert commentary from a local guide
Full description
See Paris’s most iconic sights in one unforgettable private tour with an expert local guide. Skip long lines at the Louvre with pre-reserved entry to admire masterpieces like the Mona Lisa. Explore the windmills and cobbled streets in Montmartre. Later, stroll the Île de la Cité to view Notre-Dame’s ongoing restoration and Paris' most beautiful square. Finish your tour with picture-perfect views of the Eiffel Tower. With all the logistics handled, expert commentary, and an easy pace, this private tour is designed for couples, families, or friends wanting a deeper Paris experience.
Stop At: Montmartre
Description: Ride the funicular to Sacré-Cœur and explore the artistic village of Montmartre. See the famous windmills, a hidden vineyard, and charming café terraces as you hear stories about the famous artists that once lived here like Van Gogh and Picasso. Pause for all the walking with a coffee at a traditional Parisian café (own expense).
Admission: Free
Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
Description: Soak in panoramic views of Paris from the basilica's terrace. If time allows, slip inside the Sacré-Cœur for a brief visit.
Admission: Free
Time: 15 minutes
Stop At: Louvre Museum
Description: Hop on the Metro with your guide and continue to the Louvre Museum with pre-booked tickets that save valuable time. For the next 1.5 hours, your guide will lead you through the highlights of the world’s largest art museum, sharing fascinating stories behind works like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
Admission: Included
Time: 2 hours
Stop At: Paris
Description: Break for lunch on your own. Your guide will have recommendations on nearby bistros and cafes.
Admission: Not included
Time: 1 hour
Stop At: Île de la Cité
Description: Meet your guide to explore Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris. Pass by landmarks like the Sainte-Chapelle Church and Conciergerie on your walking tour. Along the way, hear stories from your guide about Marie Antoinette, the French Royal family, and the French Revolution as Paris' history unfolds before your eyes.
Admission: Free
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Description: Severely damaged by a recent fire, Notre-Dame de Paris still stands proudly in the heart of the city; a testament to the genius of its design and the endurance of France. Your guide will give an introduction to the cathedral and share stories about its impressive restoration.
Admission: Not included
Time: Pass by
Stop At: Latin Quarter
Description: You'll briefly stroll through the Latin Quarter, one of Paris' oldest neighborhoods and known for its restaurants and artsy bookstores, including Shakespeare and Company.
Admission: Free
Time: 1 hour
Stop At: Eiffel Tower
Description: Get on the Metro one last time for the day and conclude your adventure near the Eiffel Tower to see this iconic monument up close.
Admission: Not included
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description: Ride the funicular to Sacré-Cœur and explore the artistic village of Montmartre. See the famous windmills, a hidden vineyard, and charming café terraces as you hear stories about the famous artists that once lived here like Van Gogh and Picasso. Pause for all the walking with a coffee at a traditional Parisian café (own expense).
Admission: Free
Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
Description: Soak in panoramic views of Paris from the basilica's terrace. If time allows, slip inside the Sacré-Cœur for a brief visit.
Admission: Free
Time: 15 minutes
Stop At: Louvre Museum
Description: Hop on the Metro with your guide and continue to the Louvre Museum with pre-booked tickets that save valuable time. For the next 1.5 hours, your guide will lead you through the highlights of the world’s largest art museum, sharing fascinating stories behind works like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
Admission: Included
Time: 2 hours
Stop At: Paris
Description: Break for lunch on your own. Your guide will have recommendations on nearby bistros and cafes.
Admission: Not included
Time: 1 hour
Stop At: Île de la Cité
Description: Meet your guide to explore Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris. Pass by landmarks like the Sainte-Chapelle Church and Conciergerie on your walking tour. Along the way, hear stories from your guide about Marie Antoinette, the French Royal family, and the French Revolution as Paris' history unfolds before your eyes.
Admission: Free
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Description: Severely damaged by a recent fire, Notre-Dame de Paris still stands proudly in the heart of the city; a testament to the genius of its design and the endurance of France. Your guide will give an introduction to the cathedral and share stories about its impressive restoration.
Admission: Not included
Time: Pass by
Stop At: Latin Quarter
Description: You'll briefly stroll through the Latin Quarter, one of Paris' oldest neighborhoods and known for its restaurants and artsy bookstores, including Shakespeare and Company.
Admission: Free
Time: 1 hour
Stop At: Eiffel Tower
Description: Get on the Metro one last time for the day and conclude your adventure near the Eiffel Tower to see this iconic monument up close.
Admission: Not included
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Included / Excluded
- Ticket for Louvre Museum
- One hour Seine River Cruise (flexible ticket)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Headset
- Metro tickets
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Lunch
- Eiffel Tower ticket
Meeting point
Start Location
41 Boulevard Marguerite de Rochechouart Paris, FR
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 41 Boulevard Marguerite de Rochechouart, Paris, FR, near Anvers Metro Station. Meet in front of the information kiosk labeled "Paris Tourisme" directly across from the staircase down into the metro station.
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Know before you book
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
- Strikes can be common in Paris. We make every effort to contact you prior to your tour if a strike will affect your tour. For last-minute strikes, modifications or cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
- Should entrance to one of the sites be closed due to strike, we will provide an alternative itinerary.
- The cruise is guided. It can be subject to delays or cancellation due to high water.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Know before you go
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
- Security measures are enforced at the Louvre and Sainte-Chapelle. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed. Walks is not responsible for entry prohibited due to large items.
- Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
- Paris is notorious for its strikes. We make every effort to contact you prior to your tour if a strike will affect your tour. For last-minute strikes, modifications or cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
- The cruise is guided. It can be subject to delays or cancellation due to high water.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks provides a flexible Seine River Cruise ticket to use at your leisure either at the end of your tour or at the time/date of your choice.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the activity starts
Cancellations received greater than 7 days prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 7 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
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Additional information
Ticket age ranges:
- Adult (15+)
- Child (2-14)
- Infant (0-1)
- Adult (15+)
- Child (2-14)
- Infant (0-1)