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Top 3 things to do to explore The Left Bank of the River Seine
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Left Bank by Night: A Magical Parisian Stroll
394 reviews
2.5 hours | city highlight tours | Paris
As the sun sets, Paris lights up, the heat of the day fades, and the tourist crowds start to thin out. This is the time to enjoy the city at its atmospheric best on a private tour with a local! Take in glittering highlights and the local ambiance that only the evening brings out in Paris.
Follow the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway through the Paris he once called home. From cafés and bookshops to quiet squares and riverside paths, this walk through the Left Bank brings his 1920s Paris back to life.
Discover the Jewish history of Paris: from the left bank to the Marais
448 reviews
2.5 hours | Off the beaten track | Paris
This is your chance to discover the historical centre of Paris trough the story of the Jewish population of the city. Stroll through the most beautiful streets of Paris with your private local guide by your side!
"like many (most?) i signed up for this tour because of the classic, ‘a movable feast’, hemingway’s late-in-life memoir of paris in the 1920’s. i know and enjoy the story. i’ve been to some of the ‘sites’ on previous visits to the city.
what i wanted was to think about how the city was then and try to compare it to the modern mass tourism metropolis we see today.
Isabel and i did more talking about things than looking at things. i’m not philosophic, but my question became, ‘when we do things like visit paris or go on *literary walks* what is it we want out of the experience?’ why am i/we/people doing this?
Isabel got it (i think) and was able to think along with me (again, in my opinion). it was a good talk
i enjoyed the time with Isabel. she’s the real deal: smart, accomplished, an artist and phd candidate. more than qualified. the people running this business are lucky to have her.
if you’re a true hemingway nut, this tour might be a bit of a disappointment. there are some plaques, cobbled streets, plenty of cafes (most not the original) and the wonderful luxembourg gardens (Isabel shared plenty of non-hemmingway paris history too). maybe they could have jazzed the tour up: read selections from the book at different spots, stop for a plate of oysters and a cold, dry white wine (but folks can do that on their own can’t they?)
(as an aside, it is still possible to buy oysters in the area where hemingway lived. they’re sold from open widows on the sidewalk. i wonder if that’s because of the book? his description of that meal has likely sold a lot of shellfish over the years.)
it’s a wonderful book. reading it makes you want to experience paris. the title, ‘a moveable feast’ is such an accurate and succinct description of the city, they should have trademarked it.
for literary types, americans in particular, the romance of ‘the lost generation’ (born out of tragedy and wreckages of ww i) along with the idea of ‘paris in the 1920’s’ will endure. and that’s ok. they have to decide how and why it still matters. this tour can maybe help with that especially with the benefit of a thoughtful guide such as Isabel"
Imagine strolling the same streets as Hemingway and Picasso. The Left Bank of the River Seine is not just a place; it's a feeling. Let a local guide show you the authentic heart of Parisian culture on a private tour.
History of the Left Bank
The Left Bank's story began in the 12th century with the Sorbonne University. The Latin Quarter was born, a hub for scholars and thinkers. Walking these streets is like stepping back in time to Paris's intellectual core.
Artistic Culture of the Left Bank
The Left Bank is the heart of Parisian bohemian culture. After WWII, writers like Sartre and de Beauvoir debated in Saint-Germain-des-Prés cafes, shaping modern thought. Feel this artistic spirit on your tour.
Food & Drink on the Left Bank
Experience the Left Bank like a local by embracing its café culture. Sit at Café de Flore or Les Deux Magots, order a 'café crème' and a croissant, and watch the world go by. It’s a cherished Parisian ritual.
Hemingway's Left Bank
Ernest Hemingway called the Left Bank home in the 1920s. He wrote, drank, and lived in these streets, capturing its magic in 'A Moveable Feast'. A local can show you his favorite spots, hidden from most tourists.
Secrets of the Rive Gauche
Beyond the famous boulevards, the Left Bank holds secret treasures. Discover the enchanting Jardin du Luxembourg or the cobbled lanes of the Latin Quarter. Let a local guide reveal the hidden gems of the Rive Gauche.
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"Iveta showed us places we would never have found on our own. She knows the quiet paths around the City which was very nice. She knows her history and her love for Paris shows. "
"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 !"
"We thoroughly enjoyed our morning walk with Welly. He was engaging, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his city. He checked in with us frequently about the pace of the tour and was able to answer our questions. He also gave us some great recommendations for places to eat. Would recommend him highly. "
"Our family had the best tour with Louis. He really listened to our interests and questions and was able to share a unique perspective about everything from university life and admissions to the history of every street as well as current cultural and political trends. He took us for tastings of locally sourced jams and also oil and vinegar that were fantastic. Louis gave amazing bookstore, restaurant, and theater recommendations as well. I highly recommend this tour!"
"Our family had a great tour with Gelsomnia in the Latin Quarters.
Gelsomnia is very knowledgeable and inspiring. She loves the city, the history and the Parisian way of life. All of us, my husband and 3 grown up daughters found this one of the best experiences in Paris."
"Isabel was knowledgeable and easy to follow. She gave an interesting, well-paced tour of the Latin quarter, and we had a great time! Was relaxing and informative, would definitely recommend "
"We greatly enjoyed our 2 and 3/4 hour tour with Luis in the Latin Quarter. He showed used around the Sorbonne and other interesting streets around there and in Saint-Germain de Pres. An added treat was to taste flavored, vinegars and olive oils as well as different types of preserves from local shops. "
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