The 10 Best Walking Tours in Carcassonne Center, Occitanie

The Cité de Carcassonne is a "must see" when traveling in France. this is a miedieval beauty and the biggest fortified City in Europe. You will be amazed by its old stones and its history. And this is also the perfect tour for wine lovers. You will learn more their production and have a fun day in the middle of the vyniards! You are safe with your private guide and driver...

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private guide and driver, entrance fees to the vyniard and wine tasting

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees to the Château Comtal

The Cité de Carcassonne is a "must see" when traveling in France. this is a miedieval beauty and the biggest fortified City in Europe. You will be amazed by its old stones and its history.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private guide and driver.

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Personal insurances.

During our guided tour of the city of Carcassonne, we will discover the mythical alleys of this ancient fortress. The monumentality of the citadel will prevail to you and its 2600 years of history will be told you. Mysterious Cathars and military architecture will also be mentioned. I will not fail to present you a few little stories about the medieval period and we will end with the discovery of the majestic Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. I'm waiting for you for a fun but informative guided tour! This city, looking like an impregnable fortress, will soon have no secrets for you. Come and read this gigantic book of stone, each page is an enchantment!

Inclusions: Visit of the outer fortifications and the Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse

Exclusions: Paying entrance to the Count's castle

During our guided tour, we will discover the mythical narrow cobble streets of this old fortress. The monumentality of the citadel will impress you and I will tell you all the details of its fascinating history. Mysterious Cathars and military architecture will also be mentioned. I will not fail to present you some little anecdotes about the medieval period and we will end with the discovery of the magnificent Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. I am waiting for you for a entertaining but informative guided tour in Carcassonne!

Inclusions: Guide tour with remparts and Basilica

Exclusions: Ticket entrance to the Count's castle

Christmas in Carcassonne is wonderful. We're going to explore the New Town area of the city, working through the Christmas markets and past the beautiful lights and decorations, through your camera or smartphone lens! Our online community is accessible to all those taking part, and details of this will be offered to participants, at the end. We're Instagram friendly! Our tour is for photography beginners, for those with a real passion for taking snaps, and for those that know a thing or two about cameras. All welcome!

Inclusions: Access to digital photos from the day

Exclusions: Camera (SLR/mirrorless, etc) or Smartphone with built-in camera, Bottled water, Appropriate clothing and footwear

GUIDED WALKING TOUR WITH ENGLISH GUIDE. Repression and Resistance. The tour is led by an English guide who has lived in Carcassonne since 2005. The guide is passionate about Carcassonne During World War 2. Visit buildings, memorials, statues and places that have a link back to World War 2. The tour is brought to life by the guides extensive knowledge and 30 black and white photos from the archives.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

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This guided tour is an immersion in the history of a unique place occupied by man for 2500 years. This is the opportunity to discover the mysterious Cathars and the religious convictions that led them to the stake. Relive epic battles of tragedies and moments of glory. Hear some verses of troubadours of the middle ages who have walked the streets of the city. Understand cathedrals and their architecture. Marvel at the beauty of the stained glass windows. Following an official guide is the guarantee that he can take you anywhere safely and share with you his passion and the secrets of the city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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Guided Tours are available of the medieval Cité of Carcassonne and Languedoc Roussillon (Cathar Region) either for a small group or a couple. Meeting point is at the main gate Porte Narbonnaise, from there, the story of "old lady" (2500 years) will be unveiled : its inhabitants, the Cathar crusade in the XIII° century, the new master of the region the king of France. Everything from the beginning up to now ( the Roman empire, the crusade, the Restauration by Violet Le Duc...). Strolling in the old cobbled streets will lead us to the Castle, then the Church, we will go inside, admiring the beautiful glass windows.

Inclusions: Guided tours

Exclusions: The listed price does not include parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in

This is the biggest fortified city in Europe, and you cannot miss some history details to unsderstand better this magnificient site! Learn more about the Cathars. Easy walk, 1h30 to 2 hours

Inclusions: Private guide

Exclusions: Visit of the Château Comtal / Entrance fees to the Château Comtal

Accompany a 13th century knight and dive into the history of the Middle Ages, full of anecdote and epic tales await you.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

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