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Hidden Paris: Discover Medieval Marais on a Walking Tour

4.8 (153)
Paris, FR
4.8 (153)
Paris, FR
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Embark on a journey through the enchanting medieval neighborhood of Marais in Paris. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you wander through hidden squares, narrow alleys, and picturesque churches. Indulge in a selection of France's finest wines, paired with delectable plates of cheese, and savor the creations of Paris's renowned macaron chef. Discover the vibrant Jewish and gay communities that make Marais so unique. Your adventure begins at the iconic Centre Pompidou, where contemporary art meets stunning city views. With a maximum of 12 guests, this small group tour ensures an intimate experience. End your excursion in the historic Place des Vosges, home to France's national writer, Victor Hugo. Capture the essence of Paris as you explore Marais and its hidden treasures.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-12 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Wander through the best preserved medieval neighbourhood
  • Sample a selection of some of France's best wines
  • Indulge in plates of cheese and taste a creation from Paris's most famed macaron chef
  • Discover the centre of the city's Jewish and gay communities
  • Spot the hidden squares, tucked-away alleyways, and marvelous churches of Marais
  • Taste sweet local pastry
  • Spot the hidden squares, street art, and marvellous churches of Marais
  • Join Local English-speaking guide
  • Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
  • Discover best-preserved medieval area in Paris
  • Gratuities
  • Additional Food and Drink

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Introduction

Discover Paris: Explore Medieval Marais and Taste Local Treats takes you on a unique journey through the best preserved medieval neighborhood in Paris. This small group tour allows you to experience the hidden treasures of Marais, while indulging in delicious local treats and tasting a selection of France's finest wines. With a maximum of 12 guests, this intimate tour provides an immersive and personalized experience of the city.

What to expect?

During this 135-minute tour, you can expect to wander through the enchanting streets of Marais and discover its rich history and cultural significance. Your adventure begins at the famous Centre Pompidou, where you'll admire its contemporary art collection and enjoy a panoramic view of the Parisian skyline. As you explore Marais, you'll be captivated by its medieval architecture, charming churches, and narrow lanes. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to sample delicious pastries from an iconic bakery and savor the flavors of French cheese and wine at a local wine bar.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, food lovers, and anyone seeking an authentic and immersive experience in Paris. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or visiting the city for the first time, Discover Paris: Explore Medieval Marais and Taste Local Treats offers a unique perspective on the bustling city. This tour welcomes individuals of all ages and interests, providing an inclusive experience for everyone.

Why book this?

By booking this tour, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the heart of Paris and explore one of its most historic neighborhoods. The expert guides will share fascinating stories and insights about Marais, giving you a deeper understanding of its cultural significance. Indulging in delicious local treats and sampling French wines will enhance your sensory experience and leave you with lasting memories. With a maximum group size of 12, you can enjoy a personalized and intimate tour that allows for meaningful connections and interactions with fellow travelers.

Good to know

Please note that this tour requires moderate walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The meeting point is conveniently located opposite the Pompidou Centre, and your guide will be holding a Paris Urban Adventures' sign. The tour includes important landmarks such as Hotel de Ville, La Rue des Rosiers, Place de la Bastille, and Place des Vosges, providing a comprehensive exploration of the area's highlights. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the picturesque streets and architectural wonders of Marais.

Reviews

Previous participants of this tour have praised the knowledgeable and passionate guides who provided captivating insights into the history and culture of Marais. Many travelers were delighted by the diverse range of local treats and wines they had the opportunity to sample along the way. The small group size allowed for a personalized experience and encouraged engagement with other participants. Overall, customers were highly satisfied with the unique combination of historical exploration and culinary delights that this tour offered.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Centre Pompidou

Join a local guide to discover the enigmatic charms of France’s capital on this enlightening Paris city tour that pairs secret local hangouts with delicious small bites and wine — a winning combo! You’ll start your Paris tour in front of the Centre Pompidou, Europe's largest modern art museum, nestled in an impressive contemporary building.

Le Marais

– Located in the heart of Paris and best preserved medieval area in the Marais, le Marais is one of the most visited ones in Paris.

Hotel de Ville

The townhall of Paris (Hôtel de Ville) is a quite remarkable building but also historically rich. This is on the esplanade in front of it that medieval executions were carried out and that the first beheading with the guillotine took place.

Pierre Hermé Paris

We’ll then move on to the little tangled streets of the Marais to spot beautiful medieval churches, corbelled houses, and narrow lanes. We’ll also pass by an iconic bakery whose baguette was elected one of the best in Paris and we’ll try our pastry.

La Rue des Rosiers

Just a street away is Rue des Rosiers, the heart of the Jewish community. It’s a vibrant pedestrian street full of falafel stands and delicious Jewish-influenced delis.

Place des Vosges

From there we’ll move on to Paris’ oldest and certainly most beautiful square, la Place des Vosges, home of France’s national writer, Victor Hugo.

Parish Church of Saint-Paul of Saint-Louis

After a walk by the impressive Saint-Paul’s church, we’ll stop in at a local wine bar, where we will taste some delicious French cheese and wine.

Reviews

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4.8 (153)

colonelmann

Our guide was a top notch historian with worlds of experience and education. Now when I wander around Les Marais I see everything differently. She opened my eyes and mind. I learned more in 2 hours than I might have learned in a French history semester. The comparison of medieval and modern with everything in between was fantastic. We saw places through passages and doorways my fellow tourists will just walk by, never knowing the secret history that lies behind. A simple 2 hour walking tour made me appreciate Paris even more. These types of tours are so important for the leisure tourist like myself.

Wyatt_K

Daniel was great! He knew so much about the history of the region. The tour felt really rushed. There was too little time in each place. In retrospect, we should have just gone to one of those three places.

Rob_L

Camille was an amazing tour guide and shared amazing historic stories and local info! I highly recommend!

Teresa_B

Cecelia was a fabulous guide who was very informative. She was very well informed. We loved this tour!

Ali_B

We thought there would be more food stops along the way based on the description but we learned a lot about Paris history and Sarah was great!! We also loved the wine and cheese bar!

Global25868698407

This did not live up to our expectations and paled in comparison to other tours we took. Nice tour guide with some interesting info. but we saw limited sites. Expected more info. about restaurants in the area and more tastings.

Ian_J

I very much enjoyed learning about the this area of Paris, which I have passed through before but never fully explored. Camilla our guide was very knowledgeable. The food and wine samples included were very nice and from local establishments that I would have unlikely to have found if it weren't for the tour.

Dorina_R

I love Paris and this is my 3rd time visiting Marais. This time I decited to take a tour and I was really happy it did it. This tour not only gives you pastry, cheese and wine samples and tasting but gives you a very comprehensive history of this great Parisian neigbourhood. The guide was funny and engaging.

Janina_R

This is not a food tour. I just wanted to put that out there in case you thought this was. I thought it was and told my entire family not to eat because we would be stuffed. But again, this was not a food tour. It was a history tour with a few pastries and some cheese. I went with my family, including my husband and I, our 14-year-old son, and my husband's parents. It was pouring the entire tour. There were seven people on our tour. We went to three shops. The first shop was Pierre Hermé. There we got to choose one Macaron. We walked through this busy area in Marais and were told about the L'As du Fallafel or Mi-Va-Mi competing restaurants. I thought we'd get to try the falafel, but nope. There didn't seem to be much time to buy some ourselves as the tour quickly moved on. Then, we went to Maison Georges LARNICOL and had one La Kouignette. It was delicious. I went inside and bought a box of chocolate. Then, we went to this local wine shop. Because it was pouring outside, we opted to go inside. There was a strange smell in the shop. We were brought bread, water, and a plate of four cheeses (2 soft and 2 hard). One of the cheeses was a Brie. A man came out and explained the two kinds of wine he served; one white, one red. The only drink they had for our 14-year-old son was iced tea. My son does not drink tea, so he drank water. Afterward, the tour was over, and we all left to grab lunch.

Charlie_P

We were recommended to explore this are of Paris by friends who had visited Paris recently, when we found this tour, it was the perfect opportunity. The area is historic, and the guide told us some fantastic stories. We had a chance to try some lovely food samples throughout the tour which was great. Our guide Linda was very friendly.
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2024-05-23 12:49