Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris
Joyeux Noël: Christmas in Paris

What you'll do

You could meander through rows of wooden chalets at the Magic of Christmas Market, and stock up on all things French and festive – from decorations to crafts to roasted chestnuts. Warm-up with a mug of vin chaud, a Christmas staple of warm red wine mixed with sugar, orange, and fragrant spices, then walk the length of the iconic Champs-Élysées. See the fairy light-flanked Arc de Triomphe and stroll the busy avenue with locals doing last-minute Christmas shopping at the ultra-chic boutiques. Stop in at an oh-so Parisian pâtisserie for a seasonal treat of gingerbread or a slice from a flawless Bûche de Noël (Yule log), and let your local insider lead you to the perfect Eiffel Tower viewpoint on the Champ de Mars.

Where you’ll go

For a storybook Christmas complete with twinkling lights, wood-built holiday markets, and chestnuts roasting on an open fire, look no further than Paris’s 8th arrondissement. With your local host leading the way, you’ll explore the city’s most festive neighborhoods at its most magical time of the year. At Tuileries Garden on the Right Bank, you could shop for gifts at the Magic of Christmas market before strolling west in the glow of thousands of Christmas lights down the Champs-Élysées. Treat yourself to a classic Bûche de Noël, admire intricate department store displays, and cross the Seine towards the Champ de Mars, where locals skate by at the Eiffel on Ice Christmas Village, and the Eiffel Tower sparkles with its iconic lights.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bengali, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Marathi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • Have a local host show you Paris’s best-loved Christmas sights and stunning lights
  • See the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower at Christmas
  • Walk through a local, wood-built Christmas market at Tuileries Garden
  • Taste Parisian Christmas favorites, like vin chaud, Bûche de Noël and freshly roasted chestnuts from a streetside vendor
  • Get tips and recommendations from your local host to make the most of your Christmas holiday in Paris

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • A cup of hot chocolate, mulled wine to warm up or a soft drink per person
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Additional food and drinks from the ones provided in the experience
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Elyesse was very knowledgeable about the area and showed us some secret hidden gems of the city. Would definitely recommend especially if this is your first time in Paris. Thanks Elye!

    December 2022

    Adeleke O

    I had a great time seeing Paris during the holiday season with Daniel. We saw all the highlights and he took me to some hidden gems he knew I'd like to see. Had a blast during the 3 hours. Great guide.

    December 2022

    Leslie L

    Marie was excellent. Tour Christmas markets and helps us with making some purchases. She gave us great tour and tips on restaurants and others things to do while in Paris. Highly recommend.

    December 2019

    Ken G

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