Private Saint Germain Des Prés Neighborhood Tour
Duration: 1.5 hours
Overview
Explore a true Parisian neighborhood with your local private guide, discovering hidden gems, history, and artists’ cafés.
Included
- Private, experienced local guide
- A tour to experience real Parisian life, and discover one of the trendiest areas of Paris
Excluded
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Important information
How much walking is there?
This tour covers approximately 1.5 miles at a leisurely pace.
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 48 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 48 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
Highlights
More information
Saint-Germain-des-Prés is responsible for the sophisticated image of Paris as a city of art, literature and culture. This charming neighborhood offers a glimpse into authentic Parisian life as you explore its popular attractions with a private ExperienceFirst guide.
On this Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés Walking Tour, you'll visit iconic landmarks such as the oldest cafe in Paris, opened in 1672, as well as the oldest church. You will also discover some of the city's first jazz clubs, chocolate shops, and restaurants.
As you walk down the chic Boulevard Saint-Germain, you will see the place where medieval fairs and marketplaces were once organized. You'll also discover how this neighborhood became a hub for artists and writers like Picasso and Hemingway and existentialists like Sartre and De Beauvoir.
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit one of France's six national theaters and one of Paris's largest churches, which played a prominent role in the popular novel and film, "The Da Vinci Code."
After the tour concludes, we recommend spending a couple more hours in the area to explore the church independently, indulge in some shopping at the local boutiques, and have lunch at one of the oldest restaurants in Paris. Your guide will be happy to share additional recommendations for things to do. You can also join our Montparnasse tour on the same day for a comprehensive visit to Paris’s 6th arrondissement.