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Latin Quarter and Notre-Dame Cathedral Private Walking Tour

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Set off on a private or small-group exploration of the Latin Quarter—the storied Left Bank enclave once frequented by Hemingway, Descartes, and Dalí. Wander the same charming streets and hidden lanes that have inspired luminaries for centuries, beginning with the district’s medieval origins. Pass highlights such as the Sorbonne (the historic seat of French academia), the Pantheon, and the beloved Shakespeare & Co. bookstore. Along the way, your guide reveals anecdotes of bohemian life, intellectual gatherings, and creative epiphanies that have shaped this iconic neighborhood’s enduring mystique.

Overview

Set off on a private or small-group exploration of the Latin Quarter—the storied Left Bank enclave once frequented by Hemingway, Descartes, and Dalí. Wander the same charming streets and hidden lanes that have inspired luminaries for centuries, beginning with the district’s medieval origins. Pass highlights such as the Sorbonne (the historic seat of French academia), the Pantheon, and the beloved Shakespeare & Co. bookstore. Along the way, your guide reveals anecdotes of bohemian life, intellectual gatherings, and creative epiphanies that have shaped this iconic neighborhood’s enduring mystique.

Itinerary

  • Ile de la Cite

    Once at the meeting point, you will start your tour by exploring ile de la cite, the oldest settlement in Paris. Once known as Lutetia, this former Roman city was the predecessor of present-day Paris, from which the city grew outwards.

    15 minutes
  • Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

    From here, you will see the infamous Notre Dame Cathedral (Exterior Only) – the most famous of the Gothic cathedrals of the Middle Ages, distinguished for its size, antiquity and architectural interest.

    20 minutes
  • Fontaine Saint-Michel

    You will then pass by the Saint-Michel fountain, a monumental fountain commissioned by Haussmann, under Napoleon III. It depicts the archangel Michael vanquishing the Devil, evoking thoughts of the battle between Good and Evil.

    10 minutes
  • Shakespeare and Company

    Next we will head towards Shakespeare and Company, a bookstore unlike any other. Just minutes from Notre Dame, it is arguably one of the most famous bookshops in the world where literary types from the Beatnik Generation would find a home through the 1950s and 60s.

    15 minutes
  • Eglise Saint Julien Le Pauvre

    Following on, you will see the Melkite Greek Catholic parish church, Saint Julien le Pauvre, one of the city’s oldest religious buildings.

    10 minutes
  • Eglise Saint-Severin

    You will also see the Roman Catholic church of Saint Séverin, one of the oldest churches that remains standing on the Left Bank and which continues to be used as a place of worship.

    10 minutes
  • Musee De Cluny

    After this, we will head towards the Musée de Cluny, also known as the National Museum of the Middle Ages. This museum is partially constructed on the the remnants of the third century Gallo-Roman baths and houses famous collections from the 1st to the 15th centuries.

    10 minutes
  • La Sorbonne

    Next we will head towards the infamous Sorbonne University, a college that became the epicentre of knowledge. The history of the Sorbonne is closely linked to that of the creation of the French university.

    10 minutes
  • Pantheon

    We will then head towards the Pantheon (Exterior Only), a building originally built as a church dedicated to St Genevieve, but now functions as a secular mausoleum, containing the remains of notable French citizens such as Voltaire and Rousseau.

    15 minutes
  • Luxembourg Gardens

    We will then go to the beautiful Luxembourg gardens, situated on the border between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter. The gardens, inspired by the Boboli Gardens in Florence were created in 1612 upon the initiative of Queen Marie de Medici and cover 25 hectares of land.

    15 minutes
  • St. Etienne du Mont

    If we have time, we will see the church of Saint-Éienne du Mont, which contains the shrine of St Geneviève, as well as the tomb of Jean Racine.

    10 minutes
  • Wall of Philip II Augustus

    We will also pass by the Wall of Philip August, the oldest city wall in Paris. The wall was built during the struggles between Philipp II of France and the Anglo-Norman House of Plantagenet, as the French King ordered a stone wall to be built in order to protect the French capital before leaving for the Third Crusade.

    10 minutes

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

75004 Paris, France

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Experience

Highlights

  • Explore the intellectual and artistic legacy of this bohemian area
  • Discover sights and stories you wouldn't discover on your own
  • Upgrade for a private guide for a more personalized experience
  • Save money and choose the small-group option
  • Inclusions

    • Tour Guide Exclusively for you (Does NOT apply if you choose the small-group option)
    • Private Walking Tour (Does NOT apply if you choose the small-group option)

    Exclusions

    • Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
    • Gratuities (OPTIONAL)

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
    • IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
    • This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    • German

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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