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Your Perfect First Day in Bordeaux: Squares, Streets & Local Flow First Day Essentials
Bordeaux

Your Perfect First Day in Bordeaux: Squares, Streets & Local Flow

5 (72)
2 hours
From   $90.85   per person
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Get to know Bordeaux with a local host who helps you orient, explore, and feel at home—from wide squares to lived-in lanes.

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Your Perfect First Day in Lyon: River Views, Old Streets & Local Tips First Day Essentials
Lyon

Your Perfect First Day in Lyon: River Views, Old Streets & Local Tips

5 (53)
2 hours
From   $90.85   per person
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Get to know Lyon your way. Find your bearings, feel the city’s rhythm, and explore with local insight.

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Your Perfect First Day in Nice: Squares, Streets & Local Know-How First Day Essentials
Nice

Your Perfect First Day in Nice: Squares, Streets & Local Know-How

5 (34)
2 hours
From   $90.85   per person
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Start strong in Nice with a host who shares local know-how, practical tips, and a calm city walk.

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Paris, Your Way: A Tailored Half-Day Journey Icons & Secrets
Paris

Paris, Your Way: A Tailored Half-Day Journey

5 (229)
4 hours
From   $149.34   per person
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Explore Paris as it unfolds, wandering historic streets, finding hidden gems, and following your curiosity at your own pace.

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Montmartre Through Local Eyes: An Artistic Paris Stroll Icons & Secrets
Paris

Montmartre Through Local Eyes: An Artistic Paris Stroll

5 (181)
3 hours
From   $116.28   per person
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Explore Montmartre's artistic soul alongside a local host who'll reveal hidden corners, creative legacies, and authentic neighborhood spots that touri

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Essential Bordeaux: Where Famous Sights Meet Hidden Local Secrets. Icons & Secrets
Bordeaux

Essential Bordeaux: Where Famous Sights Meet Hidden Local Secrets.

5 (63)
6 hours
From   $201.46   per person
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Trace Bordeaux’s story your way from riverfront icons to local haunts, with a host who adapts to you.

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Taste Paris Your Way: A Flavorful Food Stroll in Le Marais The Culinary Scene
Paris

Taste Paris Your Way: A Flavorful Food Stroll in Le Marais

5 (53)
3 hours
From   $165.3   per person
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Savor Le Marais through spontaneous, seasonal tastings—picked in the moment based on scent, mood, and what locals love.

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Eat like a local in Paris' 11th Arrondissement The Culinary Scene
Paris

Eat like a local in Paris' 11th Arrondissement

5 (30)
3 hours
From   $156.18   per person
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Taste local delights at Marché Bastille, fusion foods at trendy eateries and some quick bites at local fromageries and pâtisseries

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A night in Paris with a local The Culinary Scene
Paris

A night in Paris with a local

5 (57)
3 hours
From   $155.04   per person
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Explore beautiful Paris after dark, guided by your host! From a leisurely walk along the Seine to mingling with the locals at a bar, it's up to you!

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Bordeaux Through Craft, Faith & Quiet Rituals Stories & Culture
Bordeaux

Bordeaux Through Craft, Faith & Quiet Rituals

5 (53)
3 hours
From   $118.51   per person
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Step into Bordeaux’s living history, your host tailors the day to your pace, passions, and how you like to connect with a place.

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Traditions of Lyon: Crafts, Courtyards & River Stories Stories & Culture
Lyon

Traditions of Lyon: Crafts, Courtyards & River Stories

5 (52)
3 hours
From   $118.51   per person
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Follow your interests through Lyon’s living traditions on a walk shaped around your pace, curiosity, and sense of connection.

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Nice Traditions & Heritage: Markets, Crafts & Stories Stories & Culture
Nice

Nice Traditions & Heritage: Markets, Crafts & Stories

5 (96)
3 hours
From   $118.51   per person
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Step into Nice’s living traditions on a private walk through crafts, rituals, and market life.

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Day trip to Fontainebleau Beyond the City
Paris

Day trip to Fontainebleau

5 (89)
8 hours
From   $341.43   per person
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Visit Fontainebleau on a private day trip from Paris to discover one of France's most extraordinary castles and explore the picturesque town

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Paris layover: Escape the airport and embrace the city Beyond the City
Paris

Paris layover: Escape the airport and embrace the city

5 (62)
5 hours
From   $182.4   per person
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Transform your layover into a Parisian dream! Dive into iconic sights, hidden gems, & gourmet delights, all with a local guide & timely airport return

Why explore France with City Unscripted?

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We match you with the right host, not just any guide.

Flexible, not scripted

Explore through conversation, local knowledge and places that feel personal.

Real local connection

Your experience is shaped around your interests, pace and plans.

FIVE-STAR REVIEWS

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Travelling to France's Best

Explore one of France's top 3 cities, and all the country has to offer.

#1

Paris

Corner cafés, market mornings, and a neighborhood rhythm that says far more than the landmarks ever could.

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Paris
#2

Lyon

Bouchons, riverbanks, and a city where pleasure, pride, and good food are part of the everyday standard.

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Lyon
#3
Bordeaux

What travelers think of our experiences in Europe

Hristo made our Paris experience absolutely unforgettable! His incredible knowledge, impressive multilingual skills, and genuine passion for the city transformed our private tour into something truly extraordinary. He has a remarkable ability to connect the dots between history, culture, architecture, and everyday Parisian life, bringing the city to life with every stop along the way. His communication was effortless, his explanations fascinating, and his pace perfectly balanced, allowing us to soak in every moment without ever feeling rushed. More than just a tour guide, Hristo is a true ambassador of Paris, with the rare gift of making you feel like you're discovering the city with a very knowledgeable friend. An exceptional experience from beginning to end. If you're exploring Paris, Hristo is the person you want by your side. Highly, highly recommended!

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Sargis 4 November 2026
Paris

Meeting a remarkable person who turned us on to a country that she loves in a special way. She picked us up in our hotel on foot and maneuvered us through the city of Paris as if we were true Parisians! It was as if my Wife, Yvonne, had met an old friend of hers who now lived in Paris. Loli showed us the way to Montmarche by subway and feet with a truly informative pace leaving no cobblestone unturned. From the highest point of the area to the astounding down town area. Remarkable reviews! Amazing insights. Cute cautionaries.

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Nathan 2 November 2026
Paris

This tour fills in the gaps. It was absolutely tailored to what we wanted to see. Hristo was humorous, responsive and very enjoyable to be with for 4 hours.

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Diana 31 October 2026
Paris

Parfait pour une première découverte de la ville que vous pouvez approfondir ensuite si vous avez un ou deux jours devant vous. Pour bons marcheurs (entre 4 et 6 kilomètres à pied) mais vous avez tout loisir de personnaliser . En sus , un petit conseil de restau par Bertrand qui s’est avéré excellent. Perfect for a first introduction to the city—one you can explore in greater depth later if you have a day or two to spare. It’s designed for those who enjoy walking (covering between 4 and 6 kilometers on foot), though you have plenty of flexibility to customize the experience. Plus, Bertrand offered a restaurant recommendation that turned out to be excellent.

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Catherine 1 November 2026
Montpellier

We had the absolute best experience exploring Paris with Pascal! From start to finish, he was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and made our time in the city so special. He shared so much fascinating history while also pointing out hidden gems and little details we never would have discovered on our own. What we appreciated most was how he made the tour feel so personal rather than just another sightseeing experience. It felt like we were exploring Paris with a friend! He was engaging, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about the city. This was truly one of the highlights of our trip, and we couldn't recommend Pascal enough! If you're visiting Paris, do yourself a favor and book a tour with him. You won't regret it!

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Megan 30 October 2026
Paris

A well tailored personal walking tour led by a knowledgeable and engaging guide.

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Gordon 29 October 2026
Paris

Loli Minguillo, my guide for Le Marais, was nothing short of fabulous. Prior to arrival, I sent the request of specific knowledge and sights of interest and she came fully prepared. Her knowledge of history, not only for Marais, but of Paris was superior. I loved that Loli took me to the lesser known sites as well. She is warm and friendly. Moving forward, for clients visiting Paris she will be my requested guide.

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Adrienne 20 October 2026
Paris

Lovely guide, helpful and informative.

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Carol 27 July 2026
Lyon
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