Paris · WALKING TOURS
38 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would hand a friend flying in: the 15 walking tours worth booking, each with its price, its verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paris top sights in half a day: Montmartre to Notre-Dame with a small-group guide, metro help, and photo stops for iconic landmarks.
“Excellent walking tour!! So knowledgeable and absolutely amazing. Our tour guide Barbara was so kind and knowledgeable of the history of all the stops”
A 90-minute English walking tour through Montmartre’s art streets and scenic lookouts, ending near Sacré-Cœur with local tips.
“Anastasia was very knowledgeable and showed us the beautiful sites of Montmartre. There were a few hills but they were very manageable on this walking tour.”
A small-group Montmartre walk with eight gourmet tastings and wine, plus art-street stories from Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur.
“This was a fantastic in depth walking tour that blended history, little bites of food at different shops, 2 glasses of wine & a plate of cheese, local artists’ signatures on the walls (that you’ll recognize in other parts of Paris as well), and an unforgettable view of the city from the top of the hill. Our guide, Pierre-edouard was super knowledgeable and grew up in the area. He was fantastic in leading our group through the area.”
Walk Montmartre with a local expert, see the Wall of Love and Bateau-Lavoir, and finish at Place du Tertre with Sacré-Cœur tips.
“the best tour ever! I did a lot of guided tours in Paris, this one is beyond expectations…So many interesting, non standard stories and most importantly- our guides (Yazid) passion - what energy! I would go for that tour again. Thank you so so much 🙏🏻”
Notre-Dame exterior walk on Île de la Cité plus an included ticket to the Archaeological Crypt. English, 90 minutes, small group.
“Remi was great. He was knowledgeable and passionate about his craft. There were adjustments for the rain but it didn’t diminish the tour. We highly recommend him.”
Taste cheeses, charcuterie, pastries, and chocolate with wine as you walk Montmartre from Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur in 3 hours.
“Perfect! Informative but all in an entertaining way. Learned so much about the history of the area, the cheeses and wine we sampled and the pastry too!”
Paris in a Day tour packs Montmartre, Louvre (or Orsay Tuesdays), Notre-Dame area, Île de la Cité, Eiffel Tower views, and a Seine cruise.
“Our tour guide Tina was awesome! She was so knowledgeable and helpful and hilarious as well!!! She had great recommendations for lunch as well!!!”
A tip-based 2.25-hour walk through central Paris, from Île de la Cité to the Eiffel Tower, with Revolution-era stories and great views.
“We were in a group with Sanna as our guide and she was fantastic! She did such a good job of explaining the history of the places we walked in an easily understandable way! She was so engaging and answered all of our questions. The tour itself is a lot of walking, but it is so worth it with how much you learn and see. I would suggest using the restroom before your tour, since we didn’t ever have a good place to take a bathroom break until the end near the Louvre. Highly recommend this tour and Sanna as a guide!”
A 2-hour guided walk through Montmartre’s art streets: Moulin Rouge, Sacré-Cœur, Café des Deux Moulins, Van Gogh spots, and the last windmill.
“Leisurely, enjoyable and informative stroll round Montmartre with Thom - excellent recommendation for fab rooftop bar to enjoy later!”
A 2-hour evening walk through Paris dark history and legends, from public executions to Notre Dame symbols, plus Templars and a vampire ending.
“I truly wish there were a way to award more than five stars, because our experience with this incredible guide went far beyond expectations. He brought the whole history to life. The depth of his insight, the fascinating details shared, and the little-known stories unearthed made the history of the Dark Side feel vivid and unforgettable. What struck me most, however, was not just his expertise, but his presence. With humor and genuine kindness toward every single person in our group, he created an atmosphere that was truly fun. It felt less like being herded through a rehearsed script and more like traveling alongside a dear friend who was thrilled…”
A guided night walk through Paris’s dark legends, from Marie Antoinette’s prison to the guillotine-and-crowds sites.
“This was a wonderful tour! Daniel our guide was amazing with his historical facts and stories. He was engaging and kept a nice pace. Thank you Daniel”
A 2-hour Montmartre walk with a local guide: cabaret history, artists’ haunts, Sacré-Cœur views, and Amélie spots for $31.44.
“The guide was very good! What He toll us was very interessant, funny and not too much. And he looked like The actor ewan mc gregor :D”
Walk Montmartre secret streets with an English guide, taste a top croissant, see vineyards, and end with Sacré-Cœur views.
“Max was amazing! Thank you for the tour. Very knowledgeable about the area and the art. Really beautiful! Merci!!”
Early access Notre-Dame walking tour in Paris with cathedral interior time, Île de la Cité views, optional Sainte-Chapelle, and expert guiding.
“So exciting to see Notre Dame back in all her glory. Enjoyed the tour and learning more about the part of Paris. Tour guide made it all so interested.”
Timed-entry Palace of Versailles and a guided gardens walk for a small group, plus extra time inside the chateau at your pace.
“The cost is much too high given that you are on your own inside the Palace. After the garden tour we were abandoned and left to find our own way back to the train.”
