Paris Off the Beaten Track: Latin Quarter Private Tour
4.9
72 Ratings
Paris
Experience the true Parisian way of life on a 3-hour private tour of the Latin Quarter. Explore the local neighborhoods, immerse yourself in the culture, and discover hidden gems.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Having a warm croissant in the cold morning, spending some time in a beautiful parc or hanging out at Canal St. Martin - just a few things from the life of a Parisian! During this 3-hours private tour, you’ll dive into the unique lifestyle in Paris and discover the true face of the city. Get ready to explore the city away from the touristy crowds and enjoy Paris like never before!

Step into the shoes of your private local guide and be amazed by the beautiful passages, amazing art galleries, petite boutiques and much more! Together with your local host, you’ll make your way from the cultural Quartier Latin towards the hip & buzzing districts Oberkampf and St. Martin. It’s a great way to take in both the bohemian-chic ánd urban vibes of the city!

Stop by places all locals love such as Sorbonne University, Jardin du Luxembourg and Canal St. Martin. Along the route, you’ll also be visiting a cool concept store, the best organic bakery in town and enjoy a drink amongst locals at the best café in Oberkampf! Make sure to keep your eyes wide open while you wander about- you might spot some great street fashion or creative local artist working on a masterpiece!

Your local private guide can’t wait to share their own unique personal anecdotes with you and give you a glimpse into their daily lives! The exact itinerary is as following:
• START: Central meeting point at Luxembourg garden
• Stop 1: Sorbonne University
• Stop 2: Local passages in Quartier Latin
• Stop 3: The Seine - walk down from Pont St. Luis towards Pont Marie
• Stop 4: Bibliothèque Forney, 1 Rue du Figuier
• Stop 5: Le Village Saint Paul, Rue Saint-Paul
• Stop 6: Art Gallerie at Place de Voges
• Stop 7: Merci concept store
• Stop 8: Tasting at an organic local boulangerie
• Stop 9: Vintage shop in Rue Oberkampf Street
• Stop 10: Le Livre a Venir bookshop
• Stop 11: Enjoy a coffee at one of the oldest café’s of Paris
• Stop 12: Place de Republique
• Stop 13: Canal St. Martin
• FINAL STOP: End your tour at one of the coolest bars, loved by all locals!

Points of Interest

  • 67 Bd Saint-Michel
What's Included
  • Private guided tour with your party for safety and intimacy
  • Exclusive Covid-19 safety measures shared by local guide
  • Onion bread tasting at a renowned Parisian boulangerie
  • Savor coffee at a historical Parisian cafe
  • Personal host for Covid-19 precautions adherence
  • Limited participants to ensure health safety and attention
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Pick-up and drop-off
Additional Information

Please note that this excursion is in line with the local post Covid-19 guidelines. Our guides will ensure a safe and engaging experience by maintaining the recommended distance and using necessary safety equipment as per local authority guidelines.

Did you assume the Parisian lifestyle was exclusive to its residents? You couldn’t be further from the truth! Join your friendly local expert for an exclusive three-hour journey exploring the genuinely local neighborhoods of the city. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Oberkampf district and Canal st. Martin, experiencing what it really feels like to be a Parisian!

  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
Location
67 Bd Saint-Michel
Boulevard Saint-Michel
Gate 1 Entrance of Luxembourg Garden at the n°67 boulevard Saint-Michel
Cancellation Policy

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

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B7713lqlawrenceb
Apr 3, 2024
A wonderfully fun, informative and not-to-be missed tour of the Latin Quarter! - What a fascinating and informative tour of Paris's Latin Quarter! My wife and I had been to Paris on several occasions and thought we had seen and learned much about the city. But our incredible guide Wan opened our eyes and minds to many historically and culturally important (and often very charming and touching) sites and information that I'll bet most tourists would miss or not understand. What made this such a wonderful tour was the very friendly and conversational way that Wan shared her encyclopedic knowledge of Paris's history and culture. We have never had a tour guide who had such a perfect balance of personality, professionalism and knowledge! We feel so very lucky to have taken this tour and to have had Wan as our guide. It was an experience not to be missed!
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Clarindaa
Nov 10, 2023
Great historical tour - Gelsomina kicked off our time in Paris. She was very warm and knowledgeable. She began with the history of the Luxembourg garden, and seamlessly transitioned to the architecture of Paris. She took care to get to know the travel plans for our party, going so far as to provide suggestions for next year’s trip. She was an awesome host and would definitely recommend her for the historic tour.
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John
Oct 13, 2023
A perspective of France, that is excellent and different than the major landmarks.A perspective of France, that is excel - This was a very good to her and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to find out more about the Latin district. It turns out we were late by about 30 minutes and we contacted Andrea and he picked up the phone every time and helped get us there. went into a restaurant and walked on some narrow streets, that Benjamin Franklin, Napoleon, Bonaparte, and many other French dignitaries at the time went to. We also went into Luxenberg gardens and toured it with taking a look at the French Senate as well. Well done.
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Berliner
Jul 30, 2023
Re-discover Paris - Wan was a wonderful guide, showing us corners of Paris we didn’t know about. I’ve been to Paris often but it was still worth the tour, discovering many different angles to love this city even more. Thank you!
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Falguni
Jun 25, 2023
Latin quarter with wan from with locals - Wan was able to navigate our group of 4 kids( ages 7, 8 10,11 )and 4 adults very well on a hot Paris summer afternoon for a Latin quarter guide during peak tourist season . She took the time to explain things to the kids and answer any questions and made it interesting for the kids so they are not bored . She is easy to talk to and a wonderful guide . I’d highly recommend .if you have a limited time in Paris localGuides are the best and I’d pick Wan ! Also communicates quickly and clearly during the booking process.
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Elymarie1979
Jun 16, 2023
WithLocals tour with Iza - Iza was a professional and fun guide, showing me exactly the sites I requested in the more casual style I prefer (Latin Quarter and Sainte Germaine). She was highly knowledgeable and gave me lots of ideas about where to eat, where to shop and how to get around the city. I appreciated that the tour was personalized to my needs as a solo traveler. I felt more confident getting around the two neighborhoods we toured after being with a resident Parisian. I highly recommend this type of touring over the large group tours I saw roaming Paris. Iza was a delight and fun to hang out with for a few hours in Paris. I'd highly recommend her for future tours!
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Adeola_f
Apr 30, 2023
Perfect day with the Perfect Guide - I had a wonderful day exploring the Latin Quarter. I am traveling solo but during the tour it felt like i was with a friend. I learned about the history as well as got a better sense of the city in general. I also received fabulous recommendations for the rest of the time I’m here. Thank you
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Crystala388
Mar 12, 2023
Worth Every Penny (and I am frugal) - Lucien is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the city and took us on routes that we never could have imagined for ourselves. The man is an endless fountain of information. I believe if we were to have extended the tour to two weeks and never left the confines of the old walls of Philips Auguste, he would not have run short on interesting stories. I would highly recommend making him a part of you visit to Paris.
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Lizete_m
Oct 26, 2022
Time well spent! - Had a wonderful morning with Andrea! He is a true Parisian at heart and is passionate about the city. When he heard this was my first time in Paris he quickly adapted his tour and customized it so that I could get the most of the tour and orient myself in the city. Had a wonderful morning talking about art, philosophy, architecture and all things Paris! Genuinely happy to have made his acquaintance and I highly recommend him as a tour guide!
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Mariaj_l
Oct 27, 2022
What did we think of our "off the beaten tour from our private guide in the Lain Quarter of Paris" - the guide was friendly and personable, however, his knowledge, unfortunately from our point of view was too general/common which anyone who took the most basic world history course in high school or college would have known. It did not feel like an "off the beaten path" tour giving us information that only a local could present, although the highlight was a nice street we did not know about which is Rue Mouffetard.
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