Guided Walking Tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris
Guided Walking Tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris
Duration: 1.5 hours (approx.)
1.5 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience Parisian charm on this Guided Walking Tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, where you'll spend an hour and a half exploring why Paris is celebrated as a city rich in art, literature, and culture. Wander through the historic neighborhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and walk down Boulevard Saint-Germain to uncover its legacy as a gathering place for writers, artists, and intellectuals like Sartre, Simone De Beauvoir, Picasso, and Hemingway.
Experience Parisian charm on this Guided Walking Tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, where you'll spend an hour and a half exploring why Paris is celebrated as a city rich in art, literature, and culture. Wander through the historic neighborhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and walk down Boulevard Saint-Germain to uncover its legacy as a gathering place for writers, artists, and intellectuals like Sartre, Simone De Beauvoir, Picasso, and Hemingway.
Explore the art and bohemian culture of Paris on a guided walking tour that takes you to its vibrant heart.
Stroll along Boulevard Saint Germain where cobblestone paths are flanked by historic establishments, cafes, and boutiques.
Discover how once upon a time, artists and intellectuals thronged Saint Germain with your experienced guide sharing insights into the café society of yesteryears.
Admire Saint Germain des Prés, an architectural marvel that stands as Paris's oldest church dating back to the 6th century.
Use of an English-speaking local guide
Access to a Paris shuttle for transportation
Travel expenses between locations
Tips and gratuities
Food provisions included
Audio tour equipment
Group in front of Saint-Sulpice Church during Saint-Germain-Des-Prés walking tour.
Your Experience in Paris
Renowned for its sophisticated charm, romantic allure, and joie de vivre (the cheerful enjoyment of life), Paris is a city celebrated worldwide. Spend an hour and a half walking through Saint-Germain-des-Prés to uncover why it's hailed as the cultural heart of art, literature, and culture.
Guided Walking Tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés
Navigate Boulevard Saint-Germain on an exploration that reveals how this neighborhood emerged as a creative hub for writers, artists, and intellectuals. Follow in the footsteps of existentialist philosophers like Sartre and Simone De Beauvoir, while visiting spots once frequented by iconic figures such as Picasso and Hemingway. Admire Saint Germain des Prés—a prime example of Romanesque architecture within Paris.
Art Center and Cultural Hub
Mingle past Hotel La Louisiane, a landmark visited by notable existentialists, artists, and jazz musicians during the 1950s-60s. Venture into Cour du Commerce Saint-André, an exquisite cobblestoned alley that houses Café Le Procope—the oldest cafe in Paris since the 17th century. Explore Odéon-Théâtre de l'Europe—one of France's six national theaters and home to one of its largest churches, Église Saint-Sulpice—a site famously featured in The Da Vinci Code.
Learn about "Cafe Society," a term depicting the gatherings of intellectuals at chic cafés and eateries.
Discover numerous celebrated churches, restaurants, chocolate boutiques, jazz clubs, and even the historic location of the medieval Saint-Germain fair. Spend several hours in Saint-Germain-des-Prés for an memorable experience that leaves you feeling like a true Parisian!
Tour Itinerary
- Boulevard Saint Germain
- Rue Jacob
- Church of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés
- Hotel La Louisiane
- Rue de Buci
- Cour du Commerce Saint André
- Odéon-Théâtre de l'Europe
- Église Saint-Sulpice
Tour guide leading a group past Pub St Germain in Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris.
Church of Saint Germain des Prés with its historic bell tower in Paris.
Group in front of Saint-Sulpice Church during Saint-Germain-Des-Prés walking tour.
Tour guide leading a group past Pub St Germain in Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris.
Church of Saint Germain des Prés with its historic bell tower in Paris.
Fountain at Saint-Sulpice Church, Paris, on a guided walking tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés.
Important Information
- This tour is accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
You are welcome to bring pets, including guide dogs.
Timings
The tour departs at 10am on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Saint-Sulpice Church facade on a guided walking tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés.
Cour du Commerce Saint-André entrance in Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris, with nearby café tables.
Fountain at Saint-Sulpice Church, Paris, on a guided walking tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés.
Saint-Sulpice Church facade on a guided walking tour of Saint-Germain-Des-Prés.
Cour du Commerce Saint-André entrance in Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, Paris, with nearby café tables.
Book in advance if possible since tours are available only on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10am to ensure your spot is secured.
If you have a wheelchair or pram/stroller, rest assured that the tour facilities accommodate them for accessibility.
Schedule other activities around this tour as it starts promptly at 10 am; consider visiting nearby attractions in advance if needed.
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