Drouot Paris Tour: Dive into the Rich Heritage and Art Trade of the Famous Auction Rooms
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Discover the rich heritage and art trade of Paris at Drouot, the famous auction rooms. Join us for a tour where you'll learn the secrets of the art market and how to spot fakes. Immerse yourself in the world of art and antiques and maybe even find a unique souvenir.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hotel Drouot - I will be happy to introduce you to the history and the insides of the auction world and art market in France. And only when you will get all the key information, we will go into Drouot, a place where every day multiple public auctions take place. You will be able to see the auctions in process, and even to participate. While watching different auctions and pre-auction exhibitions, you will learn from me all the secrets, ins and out of this fascinating business.
  • 9th Arrondissement - We will have a sit in a local cafe and around a cup of coffee or thee I will talk to you about the history of Drouot and introduce you to the whole process of the auction.
What's Included
  • Knowledgeable local host from Paris
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Paris, unmatched anywhere else on the globe, boasts an incredibly rich heritage and safeguards robust Art&Antiques commerce customs. I’m here to escort you on this journey. Our trip includes a visit to Drouot: a venue operating since the 19th century, auctioning various art works, paintings, antique items and home decors daily. You’ll have the chance to attend several auctions, understand Drouot’s protocols and regulations, along with some insider scoop. We’ll inspect items that pique your interest thoroughly, and I’ll provide simple guide on how to avoid fakes, whether it’s an aged wine bottle, a classic dress, a painting or a statue. With a specialist accompanying you, you’ll dive into the captivating realm of the art market, and perhaps even leave with a retro designer handbag or a set of ornamental wall-lights as a memento of your time in Paris.

Location
8 Rue Drouot
Rue Drouot
Next to that cafe « La cave Drouot »
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Hadrien_p
Dec 12, 2023
Spectacular tour and guide - This is a super unique experience, I would highly recommend! Daria was extremely knowledgeable and shared with me all the secrets of the auction world. I would have never known how to do something like this on my own. This was a super unusual and fascinating activity for me to do in Paris!
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