Paris City Center Private Tour — Your Own Guide, Your Own Pace
At a glance
Paris City Center Private Tour — Your Own Guide, Your Own Pace is a 2h 30m private experience in Paris, France, operated by StellarTours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 166 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $147.74 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private Walking Tour, Certified Expert Guide.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 166 travellers
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 11 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the heart of Paris on a private walking tour made just for you and your group.
With a certified guide dedicated entirely to your group, uncover how Paris's iconic landmarks set the stage for 2,000 years of history, from Napoléon Bonaparte to Gustave Eiffel, at your own pace.
Pass Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and the Seine as your guide reveals stories most visitors never hear — the French Revolution, Haussmann's reconstruction of 19th-century Paris, and the secrets behind its most photographed monuments. Ask questions, linger where you like, and shape the route around what interests you.
Your guide also shares real local insight — French culture, customs, and personal restaurant and activity recommendations away from the tourist traps.
Why go private:
• A certified guide exclusively for your group
• Flexible pacing built around your interests
• Personalized local recommendations
•Notre-Dame, the Louvre & the Seine
Join us for a Paris tour you'll remember forever.
What's included
What's included
- Private Walking Tour
- Certified Expert Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- The Tour Does NOT Include Pick-UP or Drop-OFF of Guests
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 12m
Start your tour at Ile de la Cité; the island where the Parisii tribe established temples more than 2000 years ago but then fell to the Roman Empire. This beautiful island is the real center and heart of Paris!
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Stop 2 · 14m
Your tour of Paris will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of the Notre-Dame Cathedral; from its construction in 1163, all the way to the 2019 fires. Learn about the French Revolution and Napoleon's coronation!
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Stop 3 · 12m
Discover the beautiful St. Michel fountain built during the grand reconstruction of Paris!
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Stop 4 · 12m
From this stunning bridge you will observe bullet holes from WW2 while your guide reveals why Paris was not destroyed during the war.
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Stop 5
Walk inside the breathtaking Place Dauphine! This charming square is one of the first projects built by the great Henri IV. The square is well known for its restaurants. A great location for a tranquil lunch after your tour!
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Stop 6 · 13m
Discover this beautiful equestrian statue of Henri IV while admiring beautiful views of the river Seine! Your guide will tell you all about the king's short but meaningful reign!
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Stop 7 · 12m
The oldest bridge in Paris has stunning views and holds many secrets. Your guide will fascinate you with stories of the great Henry IV, (the king that finished the bridge in 1607), the tooth pullers of Paris and more!
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Stop 8 · 25m
Learn the true story about Leonardo Da Vinci and why the Mona Lisa is so famous! Meet Francis I, the king that built the very foundations of the Louvre as a fortress and a palace. Indulge yourself with stunning views of the glass pyramid while your guide brings all of its mysteries to light!
( we do not enter the museum on this tour) -
Stop 9 · 5m
Built by Napoleon; the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel reflects Napoleon's ascension as master of Europe!
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Stop 10
From tile factory to royal gardens; the Tuileries offer breathtaking statues, sculptures and fountains.
Originally designed by the same lanscape artist of the gardens of Versailles to create a sense of mystique and majesticness! -
Stop 11 · 15m
From the charming Tuileries gardens you will enjoy unbeatable views of the EIFFEL TOWER while your guide reveals how Gustave Eiffel pulled off its contruction in 1889!
Meeting point
Your Guide will have a white StellarTours badge with a Blue Star on it. Meet your guide right outside the metro station "Cité" on line 4.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Paris City Center Private Tour — Your Own Guide, Your Own Pace take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $147.74 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?
Private Walking Tour; Certified Expert Guide.
Where does it start?
Your Guide will have a white StellarTours badge with a Blue Star on it. Meet your guide right outside the metro station "Cité" on line 4.
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.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 166 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
