Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours)
Starting at $516
No charge until 7 days before your tour. Cancel before then for free.
About This Tour
See the many faces of Paris on this full-day walking tour, tracing the city’s evolution from medieval streets to Renaissance splendor and from 19th-century grandeur to the modern day. Explore famous monuments like Notre-Dame alongside secret courtyards and covered passages for a perfect blend of iconic sights and off-the-beaten-path treasures.
Itinerary: Discover how Paris changed through the centuries as you move from its medieval heart to elegant boulevards. Admire major landmarks, venture into lesser-known spots, and take in the city’s unique atmosphere at each stop.
What's Included
- Professional Guiding Services
What's Excluded
- Metro tickets
- Food, drinks, and snacks
- Personal expenses
Meeting Point
-Your hotel or Hotel de Ville métro station
Your guide: Mathilde
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Esther W.
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Laura C.
We had a lovely tour with Mathilde. Even thought our tour started in the pouring rain, it did not slow us down one bit. She was very friending, engaging for both adults and children, and extremely knowledgable about all the sites. Wonderful way for first time visitors to Paris to get acquainted with the city.
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Ryan J.
Born to historian parents in Normandy, I'm a former journalist who loves history, gastronomy, and uncovering Paris’s hidden gems.
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Additional Information
If you have any specific questions or requests regarding this tour, please email [email protected].
Make It Yours
This tour isn't set in stone
Every tour can be customized to your pace, interests, and group. Tell us your dates and what you'd change, and we'll send back a tailored version within a day.
Your preferences
Pace, interests, group size
We build it
We match a guide and route
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Frequently asked questions
Is Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours) a private tour?
Yes. Gaido tours are private experiences led by local guides for your selected group.
Can I customize this Paris tour?
Yes. You can ask Gaido to adjust the pace, interests, group size, or stops for Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours).
What does Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours) cost?
Base price $516 USD; additional guests $17 USD each.
What is included in Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours)?
This tour includes Professional Guiding Services.
When do I pay for Paris Highlights & Hidden Secrets – A Journey Through the Centuries (7 Hours)?
Not when you book. Your card is saved securely and charged 7 days before the tour's start time (right away if the tour is 7 days away or less). Cancel before then and you won't be charged at all.
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