• A la Mere de Famille - Step into the oldest chocolate shop in Paris, established in 1761. The building is now a protected site, offering what many consider the finest chocolate in Paris.
• Passage Verdeau - Opened in 1846 by Jean-Baptiste-Ossian Verdeau, this passage extends from Passage des Panoramas and Passage Jouffroy. Its unique feature is a high, fishbone-shaped glass roof. Don’t miss Ausmane, the sophisticated perfume house by Choukk Ausmane, and nearby, the Keopi cafe, which blends French and Korean gourmet specialties.
• Passage Jouffroy - Built in 1847, Passage Jouffroy was the first to be constructed entirely of iron and glass. Next to the Musée Grévin, this bustling passage was renovated in 1987. Historical elements remain, like Pain d’Épices, Paris’s first toy shop from 1849. Across from this children’s haven, adults can explore Galerie Fayet, the last French maker of high-quality walking sticks.
• Bouillon Chartier - Since 1929, Germond’s grand painting has graced the Belle Époque dining room of Bouillon Chartier Grands Boulevards, a listed historical monument.
• Passage des Panoramas - Created in 1799 by Jean-Louis Girard, this covered passage was listed in 1974 and is considered Paris’s first. It houses eight stamp shops and the gourmet Caffe Stern, a former 19th-century engraving workshop turned Italian restaurant in 2014. For a unique taste, try Kimochi’s sushi burger, the only one in France!
• French National Library (Bibliotheque Nationale de France) - France’s national library, serving as a central repository of national heritage with approximately 42 million items, including books, manuscripts, prints, and multimedia.
• Galerie Colbert - Constructed in 1823, the Colbert Gallery is near its rival, the Vivienne Gallery. Owned by the National Library, it hosts no shops but focuses on culture, housing the National Institute of Art History.
• Galerie Vivienne - Its story begins with Maître MARCHOUX, president of the Chamber of Notaries, who aspired to create the most beautiful and appealing gallery in Paris. It became a premier shopping destination for the Parisian elite to meet, stroll, and enjoy.
• Palais-Royal - In February 1692, the Palais-Royal became the property of the Orleans, the youngest branch of the French Kingdom, when Louis XIV gifted it to his brother. The palace garden was then opened to the public.
• 2nd Arr. - Bourse - Historically, stock trading occurred at various locations in Paris, including rue Quincampoix, rue Vivienne (near the Palais Royal), and behind the Opéra Garnier (the Paris opera house).

• Bibliothèque nationale de France is closed every Monday
• Friendly Guide

• Tea and coffee
• Personal Expenses
• Gratuities

Discover the Hidden Covered Passages of Paris ✨

Go beyond the Eiffel Tower and explore a secret side of Paris that many visitors overlook.

Join this guided walking tour to explore the city’s captivating covered passages — hidden arcades brimming with history, charm, and timeless elegance. Stroll beneath glass ceilings and through beautifully preserved galleries like Passage Verdeau, Galerie Vivienne, and Passage des Panoramas, along with lesser-known treasures adored by locals.

Uncover the stories behind these unique spaces and experience the “secret Paris” that Parisians hold dear.

Find hidden gems that most visitors miss
Enjoy a small group experience for a more intimate atmosphere
Engaging storytelling that brings Paris to life
An ideal blend of history, culture, and local insight
Relaxed 2 km route, suitable for all ages

The tour spans approximately 2 km at a leisurely pace.

Please note:
Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring water and a camera.
Bibliothèque nationale de France is closed on Mondays.

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