Eiffel Tower views, Île de la Cité and Louvre access
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Begin in a leafy garden across the river from Paris's most recognisable landmark, a soaring ironwork tower built for the 1889 World's Fair. Cross a bridge over the Seine for one of the clearest views in the city, then continue on foot for photos at some of its best angles. Your guide shares the story of the exhibition that built the Eiffel Tower, and the years when it came close to being torn down.Next, take the Metro to Île de la Cité, a small island in the historic heart of Paris, the birthplace of the city itself. Walk past the exterior of an iconic Gothic cathedral, a soaring chapel famous for its stained glass, and a former royal palace turned revolutionary prison, before continuing through a lively student quarter that's been a centre of learning for centuries. Along the way, your guide brings the kings, revolutionaries, and legends of medieval Paris to life.The tour finishes at the Louvre, one of the world's largest and most visited museums, once a royal palace itself. Learn why a modern glass pyramid sits in its historic courtyard, and how the building itself became part of the collection. Step inside with your entry already arranged, so there's no general admission line to wait in.
Highlights
- You'll cover three Paris icons in one guided morning
- There's skip-the-line access to one of the world's top museums
- The tour includes a walk through medieval Paris with a local guide
- You'll ride the Metro like a local, with all logistics taken care of
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
4 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided walking tour
- Headsets (to hear the guide)
- Local guide
- Skip-the-line ticket
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where you'll meet
This tour meets near the Benjamin Franklin Statue. Your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time.
Operated by
WALKS
Important information
Accessibility:
* Not suitable for wheelchair users, guests with reduced mobility, or visitors with strollers
Not allowed:
* Security measures are in place at the Louvre, and items larger than 55 × 35 × 20 cm are not permitted. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside
Know in advance:
* Louvre Museum entry (€28 per person) is included in this tour's price. Visitors under 18 and EEA residents under 26 can visit the Louvre free of charge with valid ID and proof of residency, outside of a group tour
* Strikes occasionally take place in Paris. You'll be contacted before your tour if a strike is expected to affect it. For last-minute strikes, modifications or cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point
* All guests, including infants, are required to book a ticket to enter the Louvre. Infants aged 0-1 can enter free of charge but must be included in the booking and counted in the total group size
* Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify the itinerary on the day of the tour
* This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
Remember to bring:
* A valid ID for all participants, including children