Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais
Explore the old-world charm of Le Marais

What you'll do

See the playground for Paris’s most trendy – the crooked, cobbled, historical lanes that are alive with bars, restaurants, vintage shops, and jewelry boutiques. But there’s more to Le Marais than gorgeous “I-woke-up-like-this” locals queuing for pita at L'As du Fallafel.

With your host to lead the way, you’ll explore its thriving art scene at upmarket galleries, amble through Musée Picasso, and visit iconic sites like Rue de Montmorency, where Nicolas Flamel’s house – the oldest in Paris – stands.

Stumble across the district’s hidden secrets, like the utterly picturesque Passage de l’Ancre, where a quaint boutique sells umbrellas and walking sticks, and relax with a coffee or a glass of wine at a classic bistro. Très chic. 

Where you’ll go

In central Paris, on the north side of the Seine riverbank, sits Le Marais – or “the swamp” in English. Don’t panic though, it’s a lot more élégant than it sounds because this district has changed a lot during its 900-year history of bloody battles and royal residents.

So much, in fact, that it’s widely considered the trendiest district in Paris. You’ll be teleported to the Middle Ages as you stroll the narrow, cobbled lanes past the half-timbered houses of 800-year-old Rue de Barres towards Marché des Enfants Rouges – the oldest covered market in Paris.

Gallery-hop through vintage boutique-lined streets, and sit down for a macaron at a quiet spot: Place Sainte Catherine, a hidden, tree-covered square just five minutes from the manicured lawns of the famous Place des Vosges.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Cantonese, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Marathi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Join your host and explore the charming district of Le Marais, one of Paris’s trendiest quartiers
  • See European history at its most beautiful as you stroll the cobbled streets
  • Visit Paris’s oldest covered market, and other unique historical sites
  • Gallery hop, browse boutiques and see where Paris’s most stylish locals shop
  • Get travel tips and tricks from your host as you relax over a drink at a classic Parisian sidewalk cafe

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • 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

    Walking through the Marais with Pascal was enlightening and fascinating. He recounted the history, the distant and recent past of the area. He talked at length about the difficult times the people of Paris had and are still having since the fire at Notre Dame in 2019. The walk was pleasant and very informative. Could not have been better. Our lunch together was the culmination of an amazing day.

    October 2022

    Daner R

    He was great! Checked in with my mom often to make sure she was able to continue(she has a bad knee), as well as ensuring that he was meeting our expectations. Also, he took us to many places we would ne er had found in our own. Pointed out places we would have never realized were historically important sites.

    September 2022

    Linda B

    Sara is very knowledgeable and pleasant person to spend time and learn about the City. I highly recommend her

    September 2022

    Marina T

    My guide was smart, knowledgeable and incredibly gracious. He took me to Great local Parisian spots, places I wouldn’t have found on my own. He was a pleasure to be with.

    July 2022

    Meryl M

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