Saint Germain des Prés Tours

Stroll through Paris’ Bohemian past with this guided walking tour of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter. Explore these neighborhoods known as havens for the city’s intellectuals and artists, and stop in at a local café to enjoy a savory charcuterie platter. Visit the oldest park in Paris and try your hand at the beloved French ballgame pétanque. See the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and browse the shelves at the city’s first English bookstore. Numbers are limited to 12 for a personalized small-group experience.

Eat your way through the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area of the Left Bank with this walking tour of the celebrated neighborhood. You'll visit a number of food shops and other hidden gems with your expert foodie guide and a small group of no more than eight people.

An absolute must for chocolate connoisseurs, this 2.5-hour walking tour takes you to the acclaimed chocolate shops of Saint-Germain. Alongside a gastronome guide, you’ll visit prestigious chocolatiers to sample French delicacies such as the chocolate éclair, homemade macaroons, and delectable truffles. Discover the history of chocolate in Paris and find out how many tons of chocolate are consumed by French people every year. On this small-group tour, limited to eight people, you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.  

Discover the cultural highlights and delectable bites of France’s capital on a culinary tour of Paris. Spend the afternoon strolling past the city’s iconic monuments with a guide and enjoy intermittent samples of pastries, chocolate and freshly baked bread. Listen to commentary of Paris’ rich heritage and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

The chic left-bank neighborhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has long been associated with intellectuals and authors, notably the Existentialists. While the historic neighborhood is known for its charming cafes where some of France's greatest thinkers used to meet up, it offers plenty more, from medieval churches to chic boutiques. With this walking tour, your local guide will show you a mix of the area's historic sites and best-kept secrets.  

Learn about Paris’ literary greats on this 3-hour small-group walking tour. Explore the Left Bank where 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century luminaries worked, discover the Latin Quarter of Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald, and see the favorite haunts of Sartre and Picasso, and where Oscar Wilde died in 1900. On route, unravel the writers’ lives and loves, break for coffee, and visit one of Paris’ legendary bookstores. Tour is limited to a maximum of 10.

St. Germain des Prés is one of the most beloved areas of Paris. As a former hub for writers and artists like Hemingway, Picasso, and F. Scott Fitzgerald in the 1920s, it still has a unique, carefree vibe that is unparalleled. From its lavish 19th-century Belle Époque–style buildings to its top antiques and contemporary art galleries, to its famous people-watching cafés, St. Germain des Prés is the quintessential Paris experience. Tour also includes a visit to the magnificent Luxembourg Gardens, the 17th century St. Sulpice Church, the second largest in Paris (also written about in The DaVinci Code), a bakery known for its scrumptious macaroons, and a stroll down a street known for its cafes and delicious food shops.

Paris is renowned the world over for its cuisine, so try some of the city’s very best on an artisan food tour of the charming St. Germain district. A private gourmet guide takes you to specialty shops where you can try French baguette, cheeses, chocolate, pastries, and other delicacies handmade according to time-tested recipes. Since it's a private tour, the route can be customized to suit your tastes.

This flavors of Saint-Germain tour has something for everyone. Enjoy multiple sweet and savory tastings in the Saint-Germain district of Paris. By exploring the city with a guide—you’ll discover local spots that you might not find alone, and get fascinating background information about local artisans and the food they produce. Expect to try chocolate, pastries, cheese, cured meats, wine, and more.

With iconic landmarks and beautiful riverside scenery, Paris is a photographer’s dream destination—but knowing where to find the best angles requires local knowledge. On this tour, explore Paris with your guide to lead the way, and head straight to the vantage points with the finest views. Customise your itinerary to capture must-see sites like the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre, and capture the best of Paris on camera.

Celebrate the holiday season in true French fashion with this gourmet walking tour through Paris. Visit a traditional European Christmas market to sample seasonal treats, and stop at festively decorated sweet shops to taste holiday favorites such as gingerbread, chocolate Yule logs, and spiced wine. Learn about the regional tradition of the 13 Desserts of Christmas, and warm up with a hot beverage at a cozy Parisian tearoom. Numbers are limited to eight for an intimate, small-group experience.

Experience a unique sightseeing tour in a vintage Citroen Deux Chevaux (2CV) car with a pit stop for a warm drink and a French treat from the famous Ladurée tea room during this experience. Enjoy a private tour seeing the city's main sights—like the Eiffel Tower and Moulin Rouge—from the passenger seat of a classic 2CV. Learn about artsy and bohemian districts like Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montmartre from your expert private guide and nibble a signature Ladurée macaron as well.

Make sightseeing more memorable by seeing the highlights of Paris from the passenger seat of a vintage Citroen 2CV. Let your private guide drive you through the city in one of France's most beloved vehicles, the Deux Chevaux. See the main attractions of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Opera Garnier, Île de la Cité and much more. Choose from several departure options in the morning, afternoon or evening.

Get an insider’s perspective on Paris with a private walking tour of your favorite neighborhood. Learn local history, discover tucked-away treasures, and get the scoop on the best places to eat, shop, and explore. Take your pick of diverse neighborhoods including Montmartre, Eiffel Tower/Champs-Elysées, St-Germain-des-Prés, Marais/Bastille, Opéra/Louvre, Montparnasse, or Panthéon/Latin Quarter. Enjoy the full attention of a private guide, who customizes your tour based on your interests and preferred pace.

Explore the scenic streets of Saint-Germain-des Prés in the sweetest way possible. This family-friendly pastry and chocolate tour features a treasure hunt and at least 8 tastings. Visit the oldest chocolate shop in Paris, choose from a wide variety of macaron flavors, sample salted butter caramel, and taste a beautiful chocolate mousse. Your final stop is a chocolate shop where children will be able to create their own candy bars.

While most people associate Paris with wine, the French capital also has a strong beer making tradition. With this small group tour, you'll go bar hopping in the Saint Germain neighborhood in Paris's Left Bank, stopping to taste beers as you go. You'll also get to try a beer paring with charcuterie and cheese and participate in a beer-themed trivia competition!

 See Paris in a fun way and get some exercise in the process with this small-group bike tour. Two guides will show you all around some of the oldest parts of Paris, from the Ile Saint Louis to the medieval Marais and up to the Bastille, both on the Right Bank. You'll then cross the Seine to the Left Bank to visit famous areas such as Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Luxembourg Gardens, and the Latin Quarter.

Sample hand-picked champagnes in a 17th-century Paris champagne cellar. Journey to the city's St Germain area to taste three carefully selected champagne varietals paired with your choice of sweet or savory biscuits. Learn about what goes into making the perfect champagne—factors that include terroir, grapes and blend—as well as why champagne is considered ideal as both an aperitif and dinner wine. Afterward, purchase a few bottles to enjoy once you're home.

Paris is a city of culture and Saint-Germain-des-Prés is its heart. This visit will make you (re) discover this passionate and tragic idyll between Arthur Rimbaud and Paul Verlaine.

On this unique, attraction-packed ride through the City of Lights, you’ll discover top locations in Paris by vintage sidecar motorcycle. A glass of bubbly is included with each ride, so you can sit back and relax with a loved one as you hit the capital’s must-see sights, from the Louvre and Place Vendome to the Moulin Rouge and the Eiffel Tower. Hotel transfers are included.

Our tour company is one of the original founding 2CV vintage car tours in Paris. We know our city inside out and most importantly the history of each monument and neighborhood. If you are looking for the safest, 75 - 85 percent of the city, we can not wait for you. We cater to groups of friends, couples and individual travelers. Tours are private and custom designed to suit your bucket list destinations. Consideration based on our knowledge of the city and avoidance in a tower where you do not learn a thing. Just check out our reviews!

From Paris’s City Island to its neighbour, the Latin Quarter, discover the heart of Paris with a local insider. Explore the fabulous Luxembourg Gardens, beautiful churches, and the city’s most famous university. Follow your local host through the Latin Quarter and see how the hidden gems unfold before your eyes. Admire Saint-Sulpice and hear about the stories behind the second largest church in Paris.Did you know this landmark was featured in a famous film? Find out which one and more. Visit Notre Dame, which is still standing strong after the fire and take in this amazing example of gothic architecture as you hear about its stories and mysteries. Explore the Luxembourg Palace and gardens, a former royal residence. Head over to the Sorbonne University, where some of Paris's brightest minds get their education. Then enjoy a pleasant stroll along the Seine and inhale the aromas of a local flower market and end the tour with tons of information and tips for your future stay in Paris.

Enjoy champagne tastings from three different producers in a Parisian champagne cave. Travel to the city's St German Area to sample three hand-selected champagne varietals and sit down to a delicious 3-course lunch pairing. You can choose to add additional champagnes, learning about factors such as the grapes, blend and terroir as you sample. Each champagne is available for purchase.

UNESCO–listed Paris is considered among the world’s must-see destinations, but exploring as a tourist can leave you feeling detached from true city life. On this tour, begin with pickup at your hotel and see Paris through the eyes of your local guide. Hit top attractions like the Eiffel Tower, step off the tourist trail, and feel free to customize your route—with expert tips on exploring Paris independently afterward.