Art Nouveau Architectural Tour: Discover Paris' Wonders from St. Lazare to Opera
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15 Ratings
Paris
Embark on a private 2-hour walking tour of Paris' 8th and 9th arrondissements to discover the stunning Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture. Marvel at iconic landmarks like Gare St Lazare and Palais Garnier, and enjoy a drink at a traditional Parisian brasserie. Learn about the architectural styles that have shaped modern Paris.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Gare St. Lazare - We will admire one of the greatest station in Paris and how its development had a great influence on the architecture of the area
- Printemps - We will learn about this beautiful Art Nouveau gem and its architecture
- Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann - We will discover the most beautiful Art Nouveau architecture in Paris in this famous department store, enjoying the hidden gems most people don’t see !
What's Included
- Professional guide
- One drink at a brasserie
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry to Palais Garnier (exterior only)
Additional Information
Embark on a 2-hour stroll through the 8th and 9th districts of Paris, marveling at the spectacular Art Nouveau structures. Feast your eyes on some of city’s magnificent edifices such as Gare St Lazare, the revered Palais Garnier opera house, and the renowned Galeries Lafayette department store. Make a stop to enjoy a beverage at an authentic Parisian brasserie showcasing an Art Nouveau design. Acquire knowledge from your guide about the architectural genres that influenced present-day Paris. The group will comprise of no more than eight participants to guarantee a more intimate experience.
Location
Paris
Departure Point: Gare St Lazare, central Paris
Address: Rue de Rome, 75008 Paris
Directions: Meet your guide next to the glass dome in Cour de Rome, outside Saint Lazare station. The closest metro station is Saint Lazare (lines 3, 12, 13 and 14)
Dates: Tuesday to Friday
Return point: Concludes on Boulevard Haussmann
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(15 Ratings)
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Hollie_h
Sep 10, 2022
What a great tour!! - Solene is a wonderful and knowledgeable guide and a great person to get to know. We plan to join another of her tours on our next trip to Paris.
The Holts from Wayne, PA
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Sjs2w
Aug 28, 2021
Great step back into Belle Époque - Solène was absolutely amazing. Her itinerary was perfect. We saw a lot in a short period of time with stops very near each other. She was very informative with flawless English. She felt more like a friend than a tour guide. We especially liked the brasserie stop.
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Mary_b
Apr 10, 2018
Our guide was fabulous! She has a... - <p>Our guide was fabulous! She has a great knowledge and appreciation for the wonderful architecture around Paris. She showed us gorgeous pieces of art and architecture that were visible to thousands every day as they pass thru the train stations, eat in the cafes and shop in the stores--yet never really see them. She helped us to see and truly appreciate the beauty.</p>
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Hairuo
Dec 22, 2017
The tour was amazing. Able to visit... - <p>The tour was amazing. Able to visit some secret and stunningly beautiful places of this famous city. The guide knows the city very well and tells rich historical backgrounds that we visited. Especially like the gorgeous ancient bank that is still in use.</p>
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Philip
Jun 30, 2017
Excellent guide with good knowledge... - <p>Excellent guide with good knowledge of the area and the tour stops. She was friendly and very knowledgeable.</p>
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Geoffrey
Oct 2, 2016
We absolutely loved this tour and... - <p>We absolutely loved this tour and the guide it was above our expectations , in 2 hrs we got a great feel of Paris and some of the beautiful buildings wonderful department stores !! <br/>
We would recommend this as a must do if visiting but do it on arrival so you get a feel for this part of Paris should be on the must do list</p>
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Colleen_o
Jul 26, 2016
Solene, my guide and I began our... - <p>Solene, my guide and I began our tour by going into the Gare Saint Lazare where she explained its special features.<br/>
In Mollard's, a traditional Parisian brasserie, we enjoyed coffee and conversation.<br/>
On Boulevard Haussmann we saw two examples of designer shopping combined with art nouveau architectural styles. Printemps and Galeries Lafayette have rooftop viewing areas and glass domes.<br/>
We finished our tour by visiting a bank. What a building!</p>
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Tara_s
Jun 27, 2016
Tour guide Solean was awesome!! Got... - <p>Tour guide Solean was awesome!! Got to see lots of hidden gems we would have NEVER happened upon without the tour! Just wonderful!</p>
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Robert
Nov 7, 2015
This was a great tour. Our Guide... - <p>This was a great tour. Our Guide was super knowledgeable and very friendly. We would have never found these amazing treasures on our own. And the Hot Chocolate was delicious!!</p>
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Rollin_b
Sep 29, 2023
Places you wouldn’t have known about otherwise - Views of the interior structure of some of the domes, views of the city from building observation points, striking interior of the brasserie Mollard. Wonderful “hidden” places that would have been further enhanced by a little more context overall of Art Nouveau and the Art Nouveau movement in Paris.
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