5.0
597 reviews

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Paris

Paolo - The Gourmet Art Historian
Louis - The Cultured Philosopher

Our locals for this tour

Paolo, Louis & 9 other locals

Want to see the best of Paris? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Paris!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Paris

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Français • Čeština • Slovenčina • Deutsch • Lietuvių • Italiano • Español • العربية • Hindi

  • What's included

    Private guide • 1 local drink/tasting

Here’s an overview of your tour

Paris, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Paris as you see the city’s main landmarks like the Eiffel tower, Champs Élysées, and Musée du Louvre. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Paris to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Paris.

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Paris. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Paris, your Paris!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Next to the metro station Louvre-Rivoli, across Rue de Rivoli - The Café has a red sign.
  • City Highlights

    See from the Eiffel Tower, Musée du Louvre, Champs Élysées, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Paris so unique
  • Hidden Gems

    Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience
  • Magical Storytelling

    Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!
  • Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • Paolo - The Gourmet Art Historian

    Paolo

    The Gourmet Art Historian

    Paolo
    4.8
    140 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español • Français
  • Louis - The Cultured Philosopher

    Louis

    The Cultured Philosopher

    Louis
    4.9
    14 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français
  • Nella - The Legatee of La Bohème

    Nella

    The Legatee of La Bohème

    Nella
    5.0
    173 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • Čeština • Slovenčina
  • Lucien - Licenced Guide, history lover and funny Parisian

    Lucien

    Licenced Guide, history lover and funny Parisian

    Lucien
    4.9
    404 reviews
    I speak
    Français • English
  • Ali - Food & monument spokesman

    Ali

    Food & monument spokesman

    Ali
    4.8
    68 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • العربية
  • Andrea - the passenger
    Romy - The Globetrotting Gourmet
    +4

    Andrea, Romy & 4 other locals are available

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Wear comfortable shoes for walking
  • Included

    • Private guide
    • 1 local drink/tasting
  • Not included

    • Entrance for attractions
    • Transportation
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
597 reviews
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    About local Gelsomina
    5.0

    La belle Paris

    "Thanks Gelsomina, we really enjoyed our time with you. Non stop chat with plenty of little anecdotes, so we didn't notice the cold! You have an obvious love of your adopted city, merci beaucoup."

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    About local Gelsomina
    5.0

    What a pleasure

    "Absolutely fantastic experience! We had a layover in Paris and were looking for a local guide who could show us around without the stress of planning, and we hit the jackpot with Gelsomina. From the ...

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    About local Paolo
    5.0

    Great tour of Patis

    "Paolo was a great guide, and took us around downtown Paris discussing the architecture and history of all the important buildings. We enjoyed spending time with him and he was very accommodating for...

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Questions?

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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