Our guide was very nice, well spoken and very knowledgable! We felt very comfortable with him and appreciated his expertise. My husband and our 2 friends were joined by one other tour group member so were a small group of 5. Other travelers should know that there is very little time for any shopping or ‘breaks’, it is easy walking overall but zero pauses to rest until after +4 hours of walking and standing. We are all in good walking shape but still felt like it was too non stop.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Free time for lunch (at own expense)
- Walking tour of Montmartre and Ile de la Cité neighborhoods
- Visit Sacre-Cœur and see Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior only)
- Metro tickets
- A knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
- Guided Tour & Timed-Entry Ticket to the Louvre
Excludes
- Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
- Lunch
- Guide tips
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes early. Meet your guide at 16 Pl. des Abbesses, 75018 Paris, France. We’ll await you outside the "Abbesses" metro station exit, right in front of the carousel. Our friendly representative will be there, holding a bright red sign with "The Tour Guy" on it.
Return
- Your tour concludes at the Louvre.
Itinerary
Meet your friendly guide at the Abbesses Metro Station in the heart of Montmartre. With just six guests max, you'll enjoy a semi-private experience that feels personal and flexible from the very start.
Uncover the magic of Montmartre’s most romantic corner! Visit the enchanting "Wall of Love," where 612 declarations of love in 300 languages bring passion to life. Hear the heart-warming story behind this iconic landmark—it’s a stop Cupid himself would approve!
Step into the heart of Montmartre at the legendary Moulin de la Galette, a historic windmill-turned-lively hotspot where artists like Renoir and Toulouse-Lautrec once mingled. This bohemian gem was the place to dance, dine, and soak up the Parisian spirit. Today, its whimsical charm still captures the magic of old-world Paris, making it an absolute must-see for anyone craving a taste of the past.
Nestled on a charming Montmartre corner, La Maison Rose is a picture-perfect pink café straight out of a postcard! Once a favorite of artists like Picasso, its pastel facade and cozy vibe make it a top spot for anyone wanting to experience the romantic, bohemian spirit of Paris.
Ready to dive into the artistic soul of Montmartre? Head to Place du Tertre, where creativity fills the air! This lively square is brimming with street artists, cozy cafés, and a vibrant energy that captures the true spirit of Paris. Take a stroll with your guide through this picturesque spot, where talented painters and portraitists transform the square into a vibrant open-air gallery.
Sacre Coeur de Montmartre (exterior visit only) also known as the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris, is a breath-taking architectural masterpiece located at the highest point in the city. Its stunning white facade and iconic dome are instantly recognizable and draw millions of visitors every year. Beyond its religious significance, Sacre Coeur is a beloved cultural landmark that has inspired artists, writers, and musicians for over a century.
Prepare to be transported back in time as your guide takes you to the historic Île de la Cité via metro. While Montmartre is the heart of art, this island is steeped in the rich history of Paris. Stroll through the area where literary giants like Hemingway and Joyce spent their days, with cafés and bookshops that still echo their creative spirits. And don't forget to capture stunning photos of the Notre Dame Cathedral.
As you stroll past the iconic Conciergerie, your guide will bring the stories of the French Revolution to life! Once a grim prison for those awaiting their fate, including Marie Antoinette, this historic site is packed with dramatic tales of those who passed through its walls. Feel the history that still lingers in the air as you uncover the gripping past of this fascinating landmark.
Snap some pics in front of the breathtaking Gothic arches of Sainte-Chapelle and soak in the majestic vibes of its stunning exterior! The intricate details and soaring design will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a medieval masterpiece.
Notre Dame (exterior visit only) The Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most iconic landmarks in Paris and a shining example of Gothic architecture. With its soaring spires, intricate stonework, and stunning rose windows, Notre Dame has captivated visitors for centuries. It has stood witness to some of the most pivotal moments in French history, including the coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte and the liberation of Paris during World War II.
Pass by Paris’ oldest standing bridge and soak in panoramic views of the city! Admire the elegant arches and uncover the rich history of this landmark, once a bustling marketplace and connected to figures like Henri IV. As you take in stunning views of the Seine, your guide will share captivating stories that have spanned centuries of Parisian life.
Enjoy some free time for lunch at own expense before continuing to the Louvre. Of course, our guide will be more than happy to recommend some local cafés and eateries.
Following lunch, meet back up with your group to head inside the Louvre with timed entry tickets. Your guide will take you past some other highlights before proceeding to the cherry on top of the cake, Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa!
Your guide will lead you through the Louvre’s highlights before unveiling the true star: Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. With her mysterious smile and captivating gaze, La Joconde has mesmerized millions. Did you know her enigmatic expression has sparked countless theories and debates for centuries?
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Reviews
Fantastic experience and a terrific guide!
Such a phenomenal tour! Our guide, Sarah, was so kind, knowledgeable, and helpful! She was so interactive with our baby and took the most lovely photos of all of us at the hidden gems she showed us! Such a wonderfully laid out itinerary as well! Loved this tour and Sarah!
Our guide Fetch was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Their add said free cancelation if notified within 24 hours. But tour guy says they go through another company. I tried 3 different phone numbers, well before 24 hours with no luck. I will choose visitor next time.
Sarah & Fetah were both great!
Sarah was wonderful. She was patient & understanding about our desire to stop at stores & take pictures too. She was knowledgeable about Paris & its history. Will do ours with her again. The only issue we had is that what we originally booked was changed & we didn’t appreciate that. Of course that is company decision & not tour guide decision. Sarah was wonderful working on her birthday too
Immersive experience with a superb tour guide. Being with a small group made it more personalized and enjoyable. This tour made me fall in love with Paris.
Fabio our guide was so knowledgeable about the city, we did an 8 hour tour through Paris and it was amazing. 10/10 recommend.
We had an excellent tour with Fabio! He was very interesting, and quite knowledgeable about the area. For 5 hours, we ventured through various parts of Paris. He shared lots of history about the area. There were two other ladies on the tour with us, we because one group, chatting and learning about each other. It was an excellent day. Fabio was worth every penny, as he managed to keep us together through a lot of crowds and movement. He knew how to work the lines at the Louvre, it was impressive. I loved the day which ended at the Eiffel Tower. It is a lot of walking, but no one complained. We took a morning tour, which was nice beating a lot of the crowds.
The tour started out with a long climb uphill as you rose above Paris into the Art district. The Guide was very knowledgeable and was always informative, and answered questions. We were separated from the group as we made our way down towards the tube. We were able to contact the company, and we joined back up at Notre Dame. The Louve was amazing. Once finished with the Louve you were back on your own to get transportation to the Eithel Tower and to purchase tickets on the boat tour. We didn't realize there were dining and non-dining boat options. It would have been nice for the tour to conclude at the Tower. The dining option on the boat would have been a nice option to have as part of the tour.
We had such a great experience with Yuliya! She was knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend! Our favorite part was the tour of Montmarte and the view of the City
Guide was outstanding ….lots of knowledge and able to communicate in an easy way….. Got the highlights of Louvre in short period of time……walking portion was enjoyable .. Great tour ..
What a great tour so much to see and do and great guide! Thank you so much! We went To the louvre and saw so much and the river cruise was great. Eiffel Tower never disappoints and lived all the sights along the way!
A super fun tour. Hashim was so knowledgeable and professional. He had a great sense of humor as well. I learned so much on this tour
Anastasia is very good tour guide. She was flexible on the tour to spend time where we were most interested.
We had an awesome time with Rawda! She showed us marvelous things, and always had interesting things to share, as well as answers to our questions. We are so glad we chose this tour, and the price couldn't be beat!
This was our last day in Paris and it was the best way to end it our guide Fabian was the best. She was very knowledgeable, professional and a lot of fun got us in and out of the major tourist attractions. It was absolutely fabulous. I would definitely do it again and recommend it
We had the most acknowledge, caring and amazing guide but we didn’t have any skip the line tickets and it is holiday staying in line for hour it was trying we didn’t end up finishing all the sightseeing like quarter Latin, notre dame and the cruise because the queue for the cruise that we end up going there by ourselves was 2h waiting
Julia was our guide and we could have never imagined how awesome and knowledgeable she would be.I booked this particular one because it stated that the limit would be only 6 people.It was just our family of 4.Julia was meticulous and had answers to all our questions.We never felt rushed.If we are ever in Paris we are going to book a tour again we will definitely ask for Julia.This was so well worth every penny.😀
We recently took a semi-private tour of Paris with TourGuy, and it was a fantastic experience! The itinerary covered iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, and Basilica of Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre, offering a perfect blend of history and culture. Our guide, Hisham, was exceptional—his depth of knowledge was truly impressive, yet he remained approachable and patient throughout the day. He answered all our questions with enthusiasm and ensured that everyone in the group felt engaged and comfortable. This tour was well-organized, informative, and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a memorable Parisian experience!
We just had a wonderful tour with Rawda! She was very informative, kind, patient & made our trip to Paris even more meaningful! We learned & got to see so much!! We’re so glad that we booked this tour. Merci beaucoup!
Rodda…..exceptional knowledge and a great story teller. Would highly recommend her and the Tour Guy to anyone visiting Paris
The tour was amazing! Such a wonderful way to see Paris and learn all the history! Our tour guide was excellent, knowledgeable, very kind!
Loved it - Rawda was the best. Recommend for those looking to tackle Paris in a day - seeing many of the iconic locations. 5 stars!
This tour was less than average. Having done many Viator tours in many countries I think the tour was not worth the price. Although it was a walking tour and a very small group our guide was not as informative, knowledgeable and entertaining as I would expect for this price. It seemed more like a companionship rather than a guided tour. Anyone can accomplish the visits on this tour much cheaper and with better guides.
Really great way to see Paris while getting alot of expert help. Rawda was excellent. My family loved it...and several were skeptical going in. There is a handoff between guides at the Eiffel Tower and your reservation for the Tower may be later. We were planning on a seven hour day, but in reality is more like 10 hours if you do everything. That said, you can skip or speed up any part, however the reservation time at the Eiffel tower may make you have to come back. We chose not to change anything. We highly recommend.
The rating of the experience is the sum of the guide plus the Viator experience. Unfortunately this review does not allow me to rate these two components separately. The guide was informative and pleasant. The description of this experience is NOT ACCURATE. The Eiffel Tower is NOT the first stop. Our tour began at 8:30 am and the guide informed us right there that our appt. to the Eiffel Tower was at 10 pm. This completely messed up all our plans for this day. In spite of me contacting Viator multiple times, they failed to accommodate us earlier nor compensate us for any part of this tour. They have lost me as a customer.
The historical and current knowledge of our tour guide Rhoda was awesome. I loved how we travelled by the metro and were able to learn how to use it for our trip. She knew the best spots for pictures and seeing the city. It is an awesome tour, I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a taste of the city.
Our tour guide was great! She showed us around and we saw everything and probably more as we walked through Paris. We were supposed to start at the Eiffel Tower, although for some reason it was delayed opening. So rather than wait, she suggested we move on and then come back. It was a wonderful idea, since when we returned later in the afternoon, there was very little in the form of a line to enter. In between we went to the Louvre, saw the Mona Lisa and many other wonderful works of art.
Rawda did an excellent job and highly recommend her as a guide. Her knowledge was outstanding. She was highly versed in both History and the Arts. She answered all our questions and gave us an in-depth taste of Paris and Parisian life. Also, her photography skills resulted in beautiful photos of my wife and I.
Rawda, our guide was TERRIFIC! She kept us on a steady pace and on schedule. She was kind and knowledgeable. A personal private tour is much better than a large group. We went up the Eiffel Tower, saw the Mona Lisa, strolled through Le Sacre Couer, Montmarte district & Notre Dame. Rawda was a key factor in making our tour wonderful! Highly recommend it!
We had an Excellent Tour Guide! I was amazed about the knowledge she had about not only the places we visited but on all aspects of the Paris landscape; Paris’ history; she ensured that any & all of our inquiries were answered. I feel like a Paris Historian was guiding us thru the top places to see while in Paris for a day! She was truly concerned for our safety and having a good experience on our tour! I felt like I was departing a Friend at the end of the tour. In fact it started raining at the end of the tour and all the Taxi’s had filled up and left. The first one that appeared; she ran to the Taxi as it maxes its way to the pickup area. She insulted that this would be my taxi to return to my hotel. Again she was so knowledgeable and helpful a winded Tour Guide that has left me with many pleasant memories! Highly recommend this lady!
Our tour guide Rawda was spectacular! Extremely knowledgeable, very patient, has a passion for history and a love for people. I highly recommend Rawda and will recommend her and this tour to family and friends!
Best views, great places, lots of history, amazing guide. Rowda was fabulous explaining everything around. Loved this tour that took us to Mont Martre, Louvre, Notre Dame, Seine river, and the Eiffel tower in one day.
We had a fabulous day spent with Rowda; incredibly knowledgeable about everything Paris. We learned so much information from Rowda that we used during our remaining time in Paris while visiting Versailles and the Invalides Museum.
The tour guide was nice. She was hard to follow and the audio was spotty. She didn't have a flag or company outfit on, so she was hard to find and follow. We walked through the Louvre very quickly and only spent about an hour inside. Then we walked to the Eiffel Tower only to find out right then that our Tower tickets were not until 8pm, leaving no time for the cruise portion. After a week of back and forth, we were offered only a $ 32.00 refund since we could not use the cruise tickets. I would not take this tour.
The day tour was amazing. We saw so many landmarks and learned the history. Rawda was an outstanding guide. She treated us like family right from the start. I highly recommend it.
My guide was super nice and helpful. She’s very knowledgeable of the area. I hope I have her when I return! She even took the time to walk me to the train station so I would not get lost.
We got to see it all! It was amazing. Rawda did a great job helping us get to know and love Paris! We had limited time, so this tour day was perfect for us. It was a dream come true for me.
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