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A Day in the Soul of Paris: From the Islands to Le Marais
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Joined 2026
Experience the vibrant heart of Paris on this immersive full-day walking tour! Start at Notre-Dame, cross the central islands, and explore Saint-Paul village and Place des Vosges. Enjoy a lunch break in the historic Jewish Quarter before customizing your afternoon: browse art galleries, visit a covered food market, check out the Chinese district, or stroll around the modern Pompidou Centre. Blend history, art, and local life!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Meeting under the horse statue of Charlemagne
Saint-Louis Island
The "other", quieter island of Paris
Saint-Paul Village
Once the poorest part of the district, today a must for a cosy walk between cafés, antiques and boutiques
Place des Vosges
The former place royale, maybe the most beautiful square of Paris!
Jewish district
The beating heart of Le Marais
Chinese District
A view on the new vivid Chinese food scene in one of the earliest district of Chinese settlement in Paris
Art Galleries
Have a glimpse at some contemporary art galleries
Ending Point
Pompidou Centre for Contemporary Art
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Private Guide
No other expense needed for the tour.
Lunch: ~25€ per person (possibility to have a lighter, cheaper lunch)
Drinks / Snacks
Hotel Pick-Up (extra: 60€)
Transportation (Public or Private) to get to the tour meeting point
Personal expense
Tour Important Information
Walking tour - Wear comfortable shoes (no high heels)
Accessible to the visually impaired — Please advise in time if needed so that I can adapt the tour accordingly.
Important message from the supplier
Available from 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2026
About Tour Guide Frederic B.
Hi, I’m Frederic, your favourite Belgian guide in Paris!
I am licensed guide and a former Cultural Tourism lecturer at the Sorbonne University, based in Paris since 2012.With a professional background in the arts, architecture, and literature, I specialize in alternative walking tours of Paris that reveal the hidden side of the city.
My tours explore themes like urbanism, contemporary art, literature, migrations, and French culture – all delivered with warmth, depth, and storytelling.They are perfect for curious minds, return visitors, and anyone who wants to connect with the real Paris.
À bientôt !
Please note all my tours can be customized and adapted to your needs.
- Licensed guide
- 10 years living in Paris
- Masters degree in Translation (English-Spanish)
- Masters degree in Social Communication
- 10 years experience teaching (English and Cultural Tourism at the Sorbonne University)
- 5 years experience guiding in Paris
- Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 2 in wine
- Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 1 in sake
- Civic Prevention and Rescue Level 1
PLEASE NOTE — WHAT I DO NOT DO:
- I am not a driver.I can accompany you in your vehicle or arrange for a separate car and driver.
- I don't do High School groups.
- Main museums: Louvre, Versailles, Eiffel Tower, Catacombes…
$700/ per group
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