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Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge

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; it’s much 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 (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

  • 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

    Visite très agréable avec notre guide Pascal. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié cette visite qui nous a permis de découvrir et redécouvrir un quartier. Je recommande. Very pleasant visit with our guide Pascal. We really enjoyed this visit which allowed us to discover and rediscover a neighborhood. I recommend.

    November 2023

    Annie L

    The tour started off a little bumpy because the tour operator system didn’t notify my guide she had a tour. However, despite that, Sabrina was brilliant! She came late due to the mix up but she spent a great deal of time with me and showed me so many wonderful things. We saw the Picasso museum, the history of Paris museum, she pointed out a lot of relevant historical and architectural features along the way. She explained a lot about the royalty of France and which kings did what to improve the city. It was amazing. I give Sabrina a lot of credit for coming last minute and sharing her city with me. I highly recommend the tour.

    October 2023

    Mary B

    She did a great job making the experience very interesting and understanding what was important to my interests. I definitely would recommend this to others.

    October 2023

    Mary B

    Our guide Jill was knowledgeable, super friendly and went out of her way to curate a tour based on our interests. She even provided a scrumptious French snack which gave the experience a personal touch. Highly recommended

    August 2023

    Robert C

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