Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based)
At a glance
Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based) is a 1h 45m small-group experience in Paris, France, operated by Quentin Dubourg. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 281 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $4.58 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Umbrellas, A few jokes, A list of recommendations in Paris.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 281 travellers
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 11 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 45m
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Paris has 2,000 years of history and most visitors never see it. It's not in the museums, it's hidden in the streets.
Whether it's your first or fifth time in Paris, this tour is the perfect introduction to the city.
This is a tips-based tour. Secure your spot and decide what it was worth at the end! ❤️
We’re a small team of passionate Parisians who came together to show you these corners!
This is a walking tour, not a standing lecture! The tour is carefully paced to keep you engaged from start to finish.
✅ We'll take you where others don't go:
- Cannonball and bullet marks from revolutions still visible on the walls
- The people who shaped Paris: WWII resistance fighters, revolutionaries, kings and emperors
- Hidden gardens, and medieval houses
- Street art is everywhere in Le Marais!
✅ We'll share our favourite spots:
Restaurants / Bars / Hidden corners
* Jokes included at no extra charge
What's included
What's included
- Umbrellas
- A few jokes
- A list of recommendations in Paris
- New friends from all over the world
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Paris’ City Hall stands as a witness to revolutions, fires, and rebirth.
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Stop 2 · 10m
A peaceful place of memory, dedicated to the resilience of Paris after the 2015 attacks. Here, we talk about modern Paris. Its spirit, its cafés, and the way life always returns to the streets.
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Stop 3 · 5m
Hidden between modern façades, these curved medieval houses remind us that Paris was once a small village.
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Stop 4 · 10m
A powerful stop that connects medieval Paris to the stories of the 20th century and today’s living neighbourhood.
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Stop 5 · 10m
One of the most impressive medieval buildings in Paris, still marked by a real cannonball stuck in its wall
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Stop 6 · 10m
A true slice of local life. We’ll see Parisians playing pétanque and if they are not here, we'll play ourselves!
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Stop 7 · 5m
A small village within the city, where quiet streets, historic churches, and local cafés show a softer, more intimate side of Paris.
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Stop 8 · 10m
Fragments of the medieval wall built by King Philippe Auguste reveal how Paris grew from a fortified town into a global capital.
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Stop 9 · 10m
Step into a hidden Renaissance courtyard.. a secret passage that feels frozen in time. My mother’s favorite shortcut
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Stop 10 · 5m
Our grand finale: the oldest planned royal square in Paris, created under the reign of Henry IV.
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Stop 11 · 10m
We finish the tour in front of Victor Hugo’s house, after beginning it at Notre-Dame — the setting of his most famous novel.
Meeting point
Look for the white umbrella!
- Face the main entrance of the City Hall in the large open square. The guide will be waiting on the left side of the main façade.
- By metro: Hôtel de Ville station, just outside of exit 5.
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 Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based) take?
The experience lasts about 1h 45m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $4.58 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?
Umbrellas; A few jokes; A list of recommendations in Paris; New friends from all over the world.
Where does it start?
Look for the white umbrella! - Face the main entrance of the City Hall in the large open square. The guide will be waiting on the left side of the main façade. - By metro: Hôtel de Ville station, just outside of exit 5.
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 281 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
