Paris Medieval Heart: Walking Tour in Ancient Marais
At a glance
Paris Medieval Heart: Walking Tour in Ancient Marais is a 2h 30m small-group experience in Paris, France, operated by My Super Tour. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49.25 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: An exoperienced local guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 13 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- Russian, English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The Marais serves as a testament to the seamless fusion of ancient and contemporary elements. From former prisoners in the Bastille to aristocrats, orthodox Jews to eccentric artists and fashion designers, this district has been a melting pot of diverse narratives.
Embark on an enlightening journey through this district, which was originally a swamp drained by the Templar Knights in the 13th century. Follow the traces of Medieval architecture and uncover the hidden mansions that once provided residence to noble inhabitants.
You'll see Paris' oldest synagogue. The guide will show you Jewish shops and restaurants that offer delicious delicacies such as Falafel, Hamantaschen, and Hanukkah Jelly Donuts.
Discover the iconic Place des Vosges, and hidden mansions that once welcomed royal ministers, courtesans, and French aristocrats.
Discover innovative designer boutiques and unwind in trendy cafés, the vibrant heart of Parisian nightlife for the dynamic gay and lesbian community.
What's included
What's included
- An exoperienced local guide
Not included
- Bottled water
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Discover the oldest synagogue in Paris
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Stop 2 · 10m
The guide will introduce you to this oldest square in Paris and it's many stories and hidden gems.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Visit the appartment of the iconic French writer Victor Hugo.
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Stop 4 · 10m
The guide will introduce you to a real perle: the hidden garden of this magnificent mansion built by Sully, the finance minister of King Herny IV (1589-1610).
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Stop 5 · 10m
Discover this original church, the first one who broke away completely from the Gothic Style and use the new Baroque Style of the Jesuits.
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Stop 6 · 15m
Discover the gastronomical delicatessen in the heart of the ancient Jewish Quarter.
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Stop 7 · 10m
Discover a hidden garden with traces of the Medieval defensive wall of Paris
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Stop 8 · 10m
Get acquainted with the fortress used by the Templar Knights in the Middleages.
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Stop 9 · 10m
The guide will show you a very interesting space you never would find on your own: the factory of ashes, a very unique institution that worked until the middle of 19th century.
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Stop 10 · 10m
You will have a stop in front of this museum, dedicated to the wodlwide famous painter Panblo Picasso, inventor of the Cubism.
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Stop 11 · 15m
Behind the frontside of the buildings discover the hidden gardens where noble people at the time of the kings had their luxury mansions.
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Stop 12 · 10m
With your guide you will discover this area with many trendy fashion stores, food shops and cafés around the LGBT community.
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Stop 13 · 15m
Get acquainted with this impressive building created in the 1970ies as a postmodern museum for contemporary art, a library and a cinema.
Meeting point
The guide will wait for you with a yellow sign with written My Super Tour.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Medieval Heart: Walking Tour in Ancient Marais take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $49.25 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?
An exoperienced local guide.
Where does it start?
The guide will wait for you with a yellow sign with written My Super Tour.
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 Russian, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
