Paris Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

• Walking: Paris is a very walkable city, and strolling through its streets allows you to fully appreciate its charm and discover hidden gems.
• Metro: The Paris Metro is efficient, affordable, and covers all major attractions.
• Biking: The city offers bike rentals (like Vélib') and has many bike lanes.
• Seine River Cruises: A boat tour on the Seine offers a unique perspective of Paris landmarks.

3 to 5 days: This allows you to see major attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, and take a Seine River cruise, with some time for leisurely exploration.

Here is a quick rundown of some of our tour duration options: 

• Quick Tours: These tours can be completed in under 3 hours and include a vast variety of activities to enjoy. Perfect for an afternoon adventure. 

• Half Day Tours: Lasting up to 5 hours, a half day tour can include an overview of all the city’s highlights or even a trip to the surrounding area if you feel like a change of scenery. 

• Full Day Tours: As the name suggests, full day tours are even more involved and include in-depth sightseeing experiences. Embark on a customizable deep-dive of the city or explore the darker side of its rich history. 

Yes: While not obligatory, it is customary to tip tour guides if you’re satisfied with their service. A tip of 5–10 euros for a day tour is generally appreciated.

Not necessary: The Eiffel Tower can be visited on your own with tickets available online or at the site. However, guided tours can provide additional insights and skip-the-line access, enhancing the experience.

Yes: Tap water in Paris is safe to drink and of high quality. Many public fountains (known as "Wallace fountains") also provide drinkable water.

• Spring (April to June): Pleasant weather, blooming gardens, and outdoor cafés. The most idea time for travel.
• Autumn (September to October): Mild temperatures, fewer tourists, and beautiful fall colors. Another great season for traveling and interacting with locals. 
• Summer (July to August): Summer in Paris can be very warm, with some heat waves. There are lesser locals, but there is a vibrant atmosphere. Expect larger tourist crowds and higher prices.

DO'S:

• Learn some basic French phrases.
• Keep your ticket stub on you and validate your ticket before boarding your train.
• Affectionate greetings such as ‘air-kissing’ are acceptable. Otherwise, stick with a handshake. 
• Avoid standing too close when talking to someone or when queuing. 

DON’TS:

• Don’t eat with your fingers or on the street (unless you are specifically eating ‘street food’). 
• Don’t drink coffee or other drinks while walking around in public.
• Don’t speak too loudly in public spaces, and especially avoid shouting.
• Don’t have dinner too early, in France dinner is usually served after 8:00pm.