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With this in-app audio tour visitors will see the highlights of the magnificent Louvre Museum ! Please note that entrance tickets to the Louvre are not included in this tour and should be purchased separately. Learn about the museum's rich history and discover its fabulous collection of art and objects, dating from pre-history to 1848. Beyond the Mona Lisa, the museum holds the treasures of humanity — the Hammurabi Stone (the world's first set of laws), Ancient Babylonian and Egyptian Temples, Greek statues, Medieval European art, Renaissance painting and sculpture, and so much more ! The tour starts on the lower level in what was once a medieval fortress. Enjoy breathtaking sculptures from Ancient Greece in the Caryatid Ballroom. Marvel at the world’s most iconic statues: the Venus de Milo and Nike, the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Of course, the star of the Louvre is the enigmatic Mona Lisa ! You will be transported by the hypnotic power of the portrait, and learn how da Vinci endowed her with the famous “changing” smile. Discover Renaissance masterpieces by Michelangelo, Bernini, and more. Finish the tour in the Middle Eastern Antiquities Hall, where an incredible collection of artifacts reveals the beginnings of the written word.
More than a cemetery, Pere Lachaise is an open-air museum that is home to the famous (and not so famous) inhabitants of Paris past and present. Visit the tombs of celebrities who died in Paris... famous writers such as Molière, La Fontaine, Oscar Wilde, Gertrude Stein, Colette, Balzac, Marcel Proust; renowned musicians such as Frederic Chopin, Edith Piaf, Rossini, Bellini, Bizet, Yves Montand and Maria Callas, not to mention Jim Morrison. And famous artists including Modigliani, Delacroix, Géricault, Max Ernst, Gustave Doré, René Lalique, Camille Pissarro and Georges Seurat. Take the time to explore this unusual cemetery, the most visited in the world.
Is this your first visit to Paris? Are you interested in visiting the city’s main monuments? Perhaps you’d like to see them, but don’t want to pay for one of those expensive hop-on/hop-off bus tours. Are you looking for a more personalized experience? Look no further, this is the tour for you. This self-guided in-app audio tour is designed with you in mind – for the first-time visitor who would like to have an introduction to the city and its monuments but with a more personalized approach. We start off at the Eiffel Tower, a worldwide icon and marvel of French engineering, then, we visit the Trocadéro for terrific views of the Tower. Next, it's on to the Art Deco Museum of Modern Art, home to painters of the 20th & 21st Centuries, and the Tokyo Palace with exhibitions of contemporary artists. From there, we visit the Champs-Elysées for a little shopping, and the Arc de Triomphe, a tribute to France's fallen heroes (for more stunning views over the city). Next stop: the Place d'Alma, with its moving memorial to Princess Diana, and the Grand & Petit Palais, vestiges of the Art Nouveau architecture of the late 1900s. After crossing the ornate Pont Alexandre III bridge, we visit Les Invalides, the Museum of the Army, with its collection of medieval armor and weaponry. On to the Place de la Concorde, once home to the guillotine, then the Tuileries Gardens, laid out by Catherine de Medici, before finishing at the Orangerie Museum.
Explore Musée d'Orsay's artistic treasures with this captivating in-app audio tour. Note! This tour DOES NOT include an entrance ticket! Buy it at musee-orsay.fr or on-site. Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time (2-3 hours), this tour unveils around 40 main masterpieces from the museum's extensive collection. As you enter the renowned museum housed in a converted railway station, let engaging narratives and insightful commentary serve as your personal guide. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history, fascinating stories, and breathtaking masterpieces that define Musée d'Orsay. Highlights include iconic works by celebrated artists like Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas, along with a journey through the museum's intriguing evolution from a railway station to a cultural landmark. The self-guided format allows you to explore at your own pace, lingering at the artworks that capture your imagination. Delve into the beauty and brilliance housed within the historic walls of this Parisian gem—an enriching journey through the heart of art and culture. Museum opening hours: Mon-Closed; Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat: 09:30 - 18:00; Thu: 09:30 - 21:45; Sun: 09:30 - 17:00. Last admission: 1 hour before closing Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Musée d'Orsay but is provided by an independent creator.
Take this in-app audio tour to explore the square which is considered to be the most beautiful in Paris. It is also the oldest, laid out in 1612 by King Henry IV. This was a project planned for wealthy aristocrats, who built 36 private mansions around the square. Built in the Renaissance-era Baroque style imported from Italy, with red brick and cream limestone, the buildings are all landmarked as historic monuments. They form a harmonious setting that makes this tour such a pleasant visit. With this in-app audio tour, you will learn about the rich history of the Place des Vosges and its marvelous mansions. Enjoy a stroll around the square to admire the historic buildings, stop for tea or coffee along the way in one of the cafés. You can even do a little shopping in the numerous boutiques and art galleries beneath the arcades. This self-guided audio tour also takes you to the home of Victor Hugo, the author of masterpieces such as The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Les Misérables. He lived here for 16 years and his home has been transformed into a lovely little museum, open to the public free of charge. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Maison de Victor Hugo but is provided by an independent creator.
Welcome to one of the most beautiful cities in the world! With this unusual tour, you will discover the most beautiful attractions of this city and their secrets. The tour will start from a particular place: the Statue of Liberty! You will discover how many Statues of Liberty you can find in Paris, but you will also visit the Tour Eiffel, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysée, the Île de la Cité with Notre Dame, and the Panthéon. You will see all the places and the parks where you can relax and have a rest, and I will tell you the best places where to eat! But be careful! As this city is very big, you will also receive some tips about the places that aren't included in the walking tour, like Montmartre! Are you ready? Let's discover together this great city!
Take this in-app audio tour to explore the iconic Conciergerie! Standing in the center of Paris is a medieval Palace that is over 1000 years old. Note! This tour DOES NOT include include an entrance ticket! Buy it at www.paris-conciergerie.fr Built on top of Roman foundations, the Palace was home to the Kings of the Capetian dynasty who ruled France from 987 to 1848. Over the centuries each king embellished the Royal Palace, building the largest civic hall in Europe, adding kitchens, gardens and chapels. When the royal court was moved to the Louvre in 1360, the building was transformed into a prison, under the supervision of a warden known as the Concierge, thus the name of the building. The prison became (in)famous during the French Revolution of 1789 when some 4200 prisoners were held and tried at the Conciergerie for counter-revolutionary activities. This in-app audio tour allows you to discover this medieval palace, over 1000 years old, at your own pace. As you stroll through the exhibits, you will listen to the audio commentary and "meet" some of the more famous prisoners, such as Marie Antoinette and Madame Roland, who tragically died for a cause she believed in. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Conciergerie but is provided by an independent creator.
Take this in-app audio tour with a ticket to explore the world's most well-known landmark at your own pace! Few buildings in the world are as iconic as the Eiffel Tower. Explore this legendary symbol of love and romance and enjoy spectacular views over the city! Surprisingly, the building itself has no real purpose, and as such this beautiful symbol of French culture was destined to be torn down after 20 years. Learn the story of the Tower's construction and the technological role it played as an outstanding engineering structure. Take the lift to the top while enjoying the breathtaking view.... with a lover, a spouse, or with your family. Look down at the small toy-like houses from the Tower's dizzying height and take amazing photos as mementos of your trip. With this tour, you will experience everything the Eiffel Tower has to offer. Create unforgettable memories in the world's most romantic city! This your is created by an independent creator and provides a local's perspective on the history of the Eiffel Tower.
This self-guided audio tour includes your ticket to the Catacombs of Paris and immerses you in the shadowy underworld of over 6 million remains before venturing through the bohemian heart of Montparnasse. The route begins at the Catacombs entrance on Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, where you descend 20 meters underground to explore the ossuary created in the late 18th century from overflowing city cemeteries. Cherish chilling encounters with neatly stacked bones in cool, slippery tunnels. Emerging 700 meters away, you head to Montparnasse Cemetery to see graves of icons like Guy de Maupassant, Serge Gainsbourg, and Jean-Paul Sartre with Simone de Beauvoir. Stroll Boulevard du Montparnasse past legendary cafés La Rotonde and Le Select, frequented by Hemingway, Picasso, and Modigliani, then pass Bobino music hall, ending at the 200-meter Montparnasse Tower for panoramic city views. Dive into poignant stories at celebrity tombs, the electric buzz of artist haunts with outdoor tables, and breathtaking vistas of the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame from the tower's open-air terrace.
Paris is known as the City of Lights, the City of Love. The illuminated Eifel Tower and the splendor of the Louvre Palace attract tourists from all around the world. But not many people know there is another world underneath this majestic beauty. Visit the labyrinth of dark tunnels lying 20 meters beneath the street level, which conceals secrets of the city’s past. These subterranean galleries preserve the remains of over 6 million Parisians. Their bones and skulls decorate the walls of the Catacombs. Experience a thrilling yet reflective journey through the maze of the Catacombs and admire the romantic side of this dark place. A visit to this “Empire of Dead” is a unique opportunity to look at the history of Paris from a new perspective.
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When I’m in Paris, I slip away to the Musée de la Vie Romantique in the 9th—it feels like a secret garden, especially if you pause in the rose-filled courtyard café. For quieter attractions in Paris, I also recommend the Promenade Plantée, the original elevated walkway that locals use long before they head to the crowds at bigger sights. If friends ask me what to see in Paris beyond the obvious, I send them to Rue des Barres near Saint-Gervais for medieval Paris at its most intimate. Even people who love classic tours in Paris often miss the Canal Saint-Martin locks at golden hour, when the neighborhood feels effortlessly local.
When I visit Paris, I usually tell first-timers to stay in the Marais: it’s central, walkable, and still feels lived-in. Around Rue de Bretagne, you’re near the Marché des Enfants Rouges for an easy lunch, and in the evening the side streets stay lively without feeling chaotic. If you want a more village-like Paris, I recommend South Pigalle near Rue des Martyrs—great bakeries, small wine bars, and quick access to the Metro. In my travel guide Paris notes, these two areas work best because you can actually enjoy the things to do in Paris on foot. If you visit Paris often, Canal Saint-Martin is another local favorite.
When I’m helping someone with a first trip to Paris, I always suggest mixing the icons with small neighborhood moments. Start early on Île de la Cité, then cross to the Left Bank for coffee on Rue de Buci before the streets fill up. For the best things to do in Paris, I’d pair the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay with a slow walk through the passages around Palais-Royal. If you’re wondering what to see in Paris without rushing, take time for the Seine at sunset between Pont Neuf and Pont des Arts. Even people focused on big attractions in Paris or classic tours in Paris often remember those quieter hours most.
If you want to visit Paris around a memorable local event, I’d pick June for Fête de la Musique, when all of Paris spills into the streets with free performances, especially around the Marais and the Latin Quarter. In my travel guide Paris notes, Nuit Blanche is another favorite: contemporary art takes over unexpected corners of Paris for one long night, and the city feels wonderfully awake. I also love January for the soldes, when locals hunt real bargains in the grands magasins and smaller boutiques. For seasonal things to do in Paris, Paris Plages in summer can be surprisingly fun if you know which stretches of the Seine feel more local.
When I visit Paris, I mostly use the Metro, but I’m picky about when: for short hops across central Paris, lines 1 and 14 save the most time, while buses are better when you actually want to see the city between stops. In my travel guide Paris notes, the biggest mistake is relying on taxis in busy hours, especially near Opéra or Saint-Germain. If you plan to visit Paris and linger in neighborhoods, walking is still the smartest choice—many of the best things to do in Paris are only a few bridges or boulevards apart. I also use Vélib’ on Sunday mornings, when Paris traffic feels much calmer.
When I’m in Paris, I see most visitors gravitate toward a few classics, but the best way to enjoy them is with timing. Among the most popular things to do in Paris, the Louvre is far better early or on a late-opening evening, and I always suggest pairing it with the quieter arcades near Palais-Royal. For what to see in Paris, people naturally head to the Eiffel Tower and a Seine cruise, but I prefer boarding near Pont Neuf at dusk, when Paris feels softer and less hectic. Even the biggest attractions in Paris and the usual tours in Paris become more memorable when you build in neighborhood stops like Rue Cler or Île Saint-Louis.
When I visit Paris, I tell people to look beyond onion soup and focus on what Parisians actually queue for: a good baguette tradition, flaky viennoiseries, oysters in season, and classic bistro dishes like steak-frites or œuf mayo done properly. In my travel guide Paris notes, one of the best things to do in Paris is to build a meal from different stops—cheese from a fromagerie, fruit from a market, and pastry from a neighborhood bakery. If you visit Paris in winter, I’d add hot chocolate and buckwheat galettes. Paris is also wonderful for North African food; a great couscous or tagine is as much a part of the city as any café terrace.