Latin Quarter Private Walking Tour
At a glance
Latin Quarter Private Walking Tour is a 2h private experience in Paris, France, operated by My Paris Insider. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $192.41 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local Guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 13 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This 2-hour private walking tour focuses specifically on the Latin Quarter, one of the oldest area in Paris. You will of course discover some famous landmarks such as Pantheon or Jardin du Luxembourg, but also some less touristy parts of this amazing neighborhood such as Collège des Bernardins or Arènes de Lutèce.
Your guide is a native Parisian, speaking fluent English, who is willing to show and explain you what makes this area so nice. The quality of service is very important to us, we want you to feel the most comfortable possible with us, and our guide will behave with you as your Parisian best friend.
You will be able to ask all the questions you have as it is a private tour, dedicated to your group only. This service is perfect to discover the Latin Quarter as an insider!
What's included
What's included
- Local Guide
Not included
- Snacks
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h 30m
Discover this typical Parisian neighborhood
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Stop 2 · 15m
The Arènes de Lutèce is the oldest monument built in Paris and still partly existing. It has been built in the 1st century AD. This arena could seat 17,000 people and was used as a theatre but also as an amphitheatre for gladiatorial fights.
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Stop 3 · 5m
The Collège of Bernardins is a former Cistercian college of the University of Paris. It is also one of the largest and oldest medieval buildings in Paris.
Created during the 13th century, the vocation of this College was to welcome and train young monks.
Designed to accommodate a few students, this college will train thousands of monks from all over Europe between the 13th and 15th centuries. -
Stop 4 · 10m
The church Saint-Étienne-du-Mont is located on the Montagne Sainte-Geneviève. The shrine of Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris, is inside the church.
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Stop 5 · 5m
The Panthéon might be the biggest landmark of the Latin Quarter. Built as a church, but converted into a mausoleum for the remains of distinguished French people
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Stop 6 · 5m
This is a typical French square surrounded by cafés.
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Stop 7 · 5m
The Fontaine Saint Michel is a very nice fountain built in 1860.
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Stop 8 · 30m
The Jardin du Luxembourg is simply one of the best gardens in Paris.
It was created in 1612 by Marie de Medicis, the widow of King Henry IV of France
The garden is nowadays owned by the French Senate. -
Stop 9 · 5m
You will discover the main attractions of this old Parisian neighborhood
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Stop 10 · 5m
The Medici Fountain is a fountain in the Jardin du Luxembourg. It was built in 1630 by Marie de Medicis. It has been renovated and rebuilt in 1866. This is one of the nicest fountain in Paris, where Victor Hugo was getting inspiration.
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Stop 11 · 15m
Small hill with several old Parisian monuments
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Stop 12 · 5m
Nice small square in front of the Sorbonne
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Stop 13 · 1h 30m
You will discover the main landmarks of this great historic Parisian neighborhood
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Latin Quarter Private Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $192.41 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local Guide.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
