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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Ile de Cité & the Left Bank
2532 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Paris
Want to see the best of Paris? It’s all waiting in Ile de Cité & the Left Bank! And as in every Withlocals experience, the real excitement is the hidden gems of this area. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour in undefined, so you can say: I experienced the real Paris!
Explore the the Notre Dame & Surroundings with a Licensed Guide
932 reviews
2.5 hours | skip the line tours | Paris
Discover the soul of Paris on this walk around Notre-Dame and its magical surroundings. From ancient streets to riverside secrets, this tour takes you deep into the city’s origins—with stories that bring the past to life.
"Even on a windy, cool and rainy day our tour with Lilia was just great! We wanted to see the newly renovated Notre Dame with a well-informed guide, and we got just that and more. Lilia showed us through the beautiful cathedral and toured us around the nearby neighborhoods. Her English was perfect and she was charming. The light rain did not negatively impact our tour. Livid was a charming companion and guide for our entire tour. My husband and I highly recommend her to any and all."
"Julien was an excellent guide. He adapted well to his audience and was very amiable and informative. He knew his subject and also knew how to help with my slight mobility issue. We never felt rushed and certainly learned a great deal. It was a morning well spent."
"Lucien was so knowledgeable and passionate about both the middle ages and the numerous revolutions that took place in France. It was a pleasure to tour with him. He also had tons of suggestions of other wonderful places to see while we were here. "
"This was my second tour with Lucien and again he was amazing. His knowledge of Paris is quite extraordinary and he tells it in a friendly and sometimes humorous way. I highly recommend Lucien !"
Welcome to the birthplace of Paris, the enchanting Île de la Cité! This island in the Seine is brimming with history and beauty. Uncover its secrets on an Île de la Cité tour with a local expert.
History of Île de la Cité: Paris's Cradle
From a Roman settlement to the royal heart of medieval France, the Île de la Cité has seen it all. Walk through centuries of history where kings ruled and revolutions began. It's the true origin of Paris!
Notre Dame: A Symbol of Île de la Cité
The magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral is the soul of the Île de la Cité. Though recovering, its Gothic grandeur and enduring spirit continue to inspire millions. Feel its powerful presence on the island.
Sainte-Chapelle's Stained Glass Wonder
Step inside Sainte-Chapelle on the Île de la Cité and be mesmerized by its stunning stained-glass windows. This 13th-century Gothic chapel holds one of the world's most breathtaking medieval art collections.
Marie Antoinette's Last Days on Île de la Cité
The Conciergerie was a royal palace before becoming a prison during the French Revolution. It's where Queen Marie Antoinette spent her final days. A poignant piece of the Île de la Cité's history.
Taste of Île de la Cité: Parisian Treats
Near the Île de la Cité, indulge in a true Parisian experience. Grab a delicious crêpe from a street vendor or relax at a charming café with a coffee and croissant. It's the perfect Parisian pause!
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"Lucien is a very caring guide. He has extensive knowledge of Paris history and he loves sharing his city with people. You can’t go wrong with Lucien. He’s a perfectly excellent guide with a great personality."
"We had the pleasure of having Welly as a guide in 2023. When we returned to Paris to this year, we were excited to find he was available to give us a tour again, so we booked him again. As before, Welly was professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. We learned so much from him and also had a lot of fun. We’ve visited Paris multiple times, but Welly is still able to surprise us with so many historical facts and general knowledge about Paris. We will definitely book him again in the future! "
"We had a wonderfully entertaining afternoon walking and learning about a darker side of Paris. Lucien was easy to understand, flexible on what we saw, educational and fun. Lots of helpful suggestions about what else to do also. He’s very knowledgeable!"
"My wife and I had a wonderful 3-hour tour with Lucien. His English is excellent, and his knowledge of French history is vast. His stories were interesting; no risk of being bored with Lucien!
I would not hesitate to use Lucien again."
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