What to do and see in France, France: The Best Walking Tours

August 28, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

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1. Private Walking Tour of Biarritz

Mairie de Biarritz, 12 Avenue Edouard VII, 64200 Biarritz, France Alterguiding
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Explore Biarritz on a 2-hour insider walking tour along the stunning coastline of this legendary destination. Gaze over the ocean and the dramatic landscape of Biarritz as your official and knowledgeable guide takes you through its main attractions and regales you with fascinating stories of medieval sailors, 19th-century aristocrats, those crazy kids of the Roaring Twenties, and surfers. Whether this is your first time to Biarritz or your fifth, come discover its hidden secrets!

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

2. The 10 Tastings of Paris With Locals: Saint Germain Private Food Tour

3 Place Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris, France Withlocals
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Eat your way through Paris and taste the best of Saint Germain on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Tapenade and Macarons. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of the Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small group tour option available, Local Guide, 10 Food & Drinks Tastings, Vegetarian alternatives

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off

Reviewed By lauracath88

My college age daughter and I had a great time seeing the sights with Ali in Feb 2020. He took us to spots with beautiful views of the city by night -views we would not have found on our own. Ali was easy to reach to meet up with and was a friendly, helpful guide.

3. The Urban Hike of Marseille

51 Quai des Belges, 13001 Marseille, France La Randonnée Urbaine de Marseille
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You want to understand all about Marseille and its secrets? Come with me, I'll tell you everything by walking you through the heart of the city. In doing sports as well as visiting, in nourishing body & soul! Follow me for a sunny and sporty 10-kilometer hike, accessible to everyone and I will make you discover and enjoy the city differently: - Reveal its History and Geography, heritage and treasures, funny stories and true historical facts. - Let's go find the quiet spots of Marseille, reveal hidden beauties, stride along narrow streets only known by inhabitants. - Unearth various and surprising architectural patterns of housing, which are contemporary milestones of a deep and complex History. - Climb stairs up to be offered amazing views, make some nice detours to beat the crowds, find the right spots to get global points of view which help us understand the structure of the city. Let's go to all the secret spots which are almost impossible to find by yourself, and which are unreachable by car or by bus. One and only mode of transport: our feet! If you like to contemplate, if you appreciate the beauty of simple things, if you want to do sport, then you will be delighted by this 5-star sporty guided tour in the heart of our beautiful 2600-year-old city!

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4. Versailles Full-Day Saver Tour: Palace, Gardens, and Estate of Marie Antoinette

1 Rue de la Convention, 75015 Paris, France Memories France
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Join us for a full day visit to the spectacular Chateau of Versailles, the most prestigious and famous royal palace in Europe. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors as Kings, Queens and courtiers used to. Explore the lavish state apartments and magnificent gardens, and learn how the glory of the Sun King shone throughout the world. Visit the beautiful gardens, once home to lavish balls and parties. Then experience Versailles as few do, and continue your tour to visit the private domain of Marie Antoinette. On this guided afternoon tour you will discover the exquisite Petit Trianon, her private mansion set in beautiful gardens. See the jewel of Versailles, the tiny theatre built specially for her, and end your visit at her picturesque Normandy village, complete with vineyard, farm and vegetable gardens. Including a visit to the hidden estate of Marie Antoinette is the only way to fully understand the history of Versailles.

Inclusions: Full day guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles and the Domain of Marie-Antoinette including the Petit Trianon and hamlet, Musical gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Expert, fully accredited local guides, Ride on the Petit Train to and from the Petit Trianon, Round-trip RER transfer from central Paris, Three course lunch with wine (if option selected)

Exclusions: Hotel pick up/drop off, Gratuities, Lunch (unless option selected)

Reviewed By sharonvnj

We had an excellent experience with out Memories France guide Caroline at the Musee D'Orsay. We met for a two hour tour on a Saturday morning - there were 6 of us in the small group. Caroline was very knowledgeable and provided background on many paintings to give us a depth of understanding we would never have had otherwise. Who would have known that the face in a painting of a funeral procession was the face of the Emperor of France, and what was being buried under the funeral pall was liberty? Many insight such as these made for an educational and informative tour. Highly recommend.

5. Versailles Palace and Gardens Skip-the-line Tour from Versailles

Statue équestre de Louis XIV, 1 Avenue de Paris, 78000 Versailles, France Memories France
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Enjoy a visit to the spectacular Palace of Versailles. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors, see the State Apartments and stroll through the manicured gardens with an expert local guide to bring the Palace and its royal inhabitants back to life. For your convenience this tour starts in Versailles.

Inclusions: Fully guided tour of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles, Guided visit of the Musical Gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Fully accredited English speaking guide, Headsets so you can always hear your guide, Limited groups of 20 people or fewer

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup/drop off, Transportation to/from Versailles

Reviewed By sharonvnj

We had an excellent experience with out Memories France guide Caroline at the Musee D'Orsay. We met for a two hour tour on a Saturday morning - there were 6 of us in the small group. Caroline was very knowledgeable and provided background on many paintings to give us a depth of understanding we would never have had otherwise. Who would have known that the face in a painting of a funeral procession was the face of the Emperor of France, and what was being buried under the funeral pall was liberty? Many insight such as these made for an educational and informative tour. Highly recommend.

6. Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour

Place du Président Thomas Wilson, 31000 Toulouse, France Taste of Toulouse
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE for a full list of our tours! Explore Toulouse's largest covered market with a certified French Wine Scholar and ex-cheesemonger. I'm a native English speaker that has learned the secrets of French market shopping in my adopted hometown so that I can share them with you. On this tour, you'll get a taste of local life in Toulouse as you discover local wines and cheeses, learn how to spot a good baguette, sample unique local specialties, and encounter passionate local artisans and businesses. Afterwards, you'll get a detailed email recap, as well as other personalized resources and recommendations so that you can continue your own gourmet adventures! We'll be eating on our feet, as there is NO SEATING in the market - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time. Please alert me at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol.

Inclusions: We'll do some tastings along the way, with some of our market purchases reserved for our large tasting at the end of the tour., The tours ends with a substantial tasting of cheese, charcuterie, foie gras and bread - plus a sweet treat for dessert! No need for lunch afterwards. Vegetarians welcome., Guests over 18 will enjoy at least 2 local wines (usually one white, one red) that are paired with the cheeses that we buy. Non-alcoholic alternatives available with advance notice., Personalized guide for a small group of maximum 8 people, Personalized email recap of the tour with additional recommendations

Exclusions: To reduce environmental waste, we don’t distribute plastic water bottles, so if you would like water during the tour, please bring a reusable water bottle with you.

Reviewed By EiBazz

I highly recommend Jessica’s French Cheese 101 on-line workshop. Jessica’s enthusiasm is contagious and her knowledge of all that makes cheese “French” (ie delectable) is extraordinary ! The seminar was delightful & delicious!

7. See 30 Plus Top Paris Sights with a Fun Guide

Anvers, 75018 Paris, France Paris Top Sights Tours
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Leave your map behind and follow me, your English showman, who will take you on exploration of 30+ top Paris’ sights. You will hear about and possibly meet some the legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Included in the tour, we will take in the incredible Eiffel Tower, a lively stroll through old Montmartre where Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso once lived, then upwards to the Sacre-Coeur for the best panoramic view of the City of Light. The show continues down with a view of the Champs élysées and the majestic Arc de Triomphe and not forgetting the Moulin Rouge we will experience a beautiful slice of French culture in the latin quater where you can pick up a snack (not included) from a nearby street market filled with patisseries. After that it's back on the trail. The English have over a 1000 years of experience in annoying the French, so I will be able to give you my personal insight on how to avoid certain embarrassing mis-understandings. Making this a super original experience.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Day Travel Card called a Mobilis zone 1&2 is worth getting as metro tickets are not included.

Reviewed By 444joyo

Will definitely recommend going on this tour as it was fun and educative. Ewan was a great tour guide and we had a great experience ????????

8. Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris with Skip-the-Line

Javel, 75015 Paris, France Memories France
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Join this half-day tour to the prestigious Palace of Versailles and Gardens. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. See the Hall of Mirrors, lavish staterooms, and beautiful gardens. Your English-speaking guide will lend their expertise to enhancing the experience with historical facts and interesting anecdotes. Take the RER train from Paris and enjoy skip-the-line access, a real time-saver.

Inclusions: Musical Gardens or Fountain Show (operates on weekend from April through October, Round-trip transportation from central Paris to Versailles by RER train, Fully accredited English-speaking guides, Headsets when appropriate so you can always hear your guide, Fully guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected), All reservations and entrance fees to the Palace of Versailles, with skip the line timed entance.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fully guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (unless option selected)

Reviewed By sharonvnj

We had an excellent experience with out Memories France guide Caroline at the Musee D'Orsay. We met for a two hour tour on a Saturday morning - there were 6 of us in the small group. Caroline was very knowledgeable and provided background on many paintings to give us a depth of understanding we would never have had otherwise. Who would have known that the face in a painting of a funeral procession was the face of the Emperor of France, and what was being buried under the funeral pall was liberty? Many insight such as these made for an educational and informative tour. Highly recommend.

9. Paris Photoshoot Tour with Professional Photographer

Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France Paris Ganda
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Create long lasting souvenirs of your holidays with a Photoshoot tour at the places of your choice in Paris for 1, 2 or 3h. I will of course take your pictures around the most iconic monuments of Paris but also in more low key places such as the métro, cafés or streets. We will travel around Paris together by walk or public transports while I capture the best moments and enjoy our time like we were tourists enjoying Paris. I do not take usual tourist pictures, but with a unique touch, you can see some samples above, I hope that you’ll like them and I will meet you on my tour!

Inclusions: 1 to 3h private professionnal photoshoot in Paris, Choose the different places you want to visit, Photos at the most iconic places of Paris & also at everyday life places, 200 - 400 pictures received by email, Your favorite 15 to 25 pictures retouched

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Public transport tickets

Reviewed By JUDY3KIDS

Paris Ganda was amazing! Semi was so nice and pleasing with all of our request. I would definitely recommend this tour!!!

10. Renew Your Wedding Vows in Paris

Carousel of the Eiffel Tower, Quai Branly, 75007 Paris, France A Taste of Paris (Voyages LLC)
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Reaffirm your feelings for your beloved in the most romantic city in the world! With this vows renewal package in Paris, meet at your chosen location in central Paris where your celebrant will read your vows. Afterward, take a stroll among the most famous landmarks of this world-class city. A professional photographer will be there every step of the way to document this amazing experience, and you’ll receive between 130-150 HD photos by email at no additional cost. If you upgrade to the video option, you'll also receive professional video footage. Don’t miss this chance to make your time in Paris truly unforgettable!

Inclusions: Vow renewal ceremony, Professional photographer, Between 130-150 HD photos of the event

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By LetsTravelllll

This company is simply MyGenieInParis that has rebranded itself in order to hide all the awful reviews they have under that name. Stay away. We attempted a skip the line tour with them, they didn't show up and then said we were the no shows! Fortunately I booked with a credit card and was able to dispute it to get my money back. Read the negative reviews.

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