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Paris Starts Here – Notre Dame to Louvre for first timers to Paris
About this tour
Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, the River Seine, the Conciergerie of Marie Antoinette, the Louvre, the river banks and on and on. This tour is so visual that you feel like you are a hero in a perfect movie.
This tour brings you to Paris’ top landmarks, in English, in a small group, rain or shine. Our tour is popular for so many good reasons.
This tour takes you from the backstreets of Notre Dame through historical Paris and to the hidden underground of the Louvre palace. We see the old island where Paris was born, Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie, the Pont Neuf bridge, and Old Louvre and New Louvre.
We also see hidden gems. Like the French Mint. The Palace of the Immortals. Kilometer Zero. That underground wall of the 1300’s And so on.
Meet Napoleon, the sun-king, Marie-Antoinette, Quasimodo the hunchback and so many Paris legends – both imaginary and historic.
Because this tour is in a small group, the guide can answer all your questions. How was Paris born? Why is Notre Dame so important ? do the French like Napoleon to this day? Can you help us with photos? Where should we have dinner?
If you love Paris and want to discover the city of light, this is the right tour.
Free cancellation. Your guide is in a pink vest that you cannot miss.
Book your tour today — spots can fill up quickly for this special tour.
Highlights
- For first-time visitors to Paris. And for regulars who love Paris.
- You’ll see all of the main landmarks of the French capital!
- Notre Dame, Louvre, Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie, Pont-Neuf, Louvre old and new
- “So beautiful it’s like being in a movie”.
- Small groups. In English. Rain or shine.
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Price
This is a free tour—there’s no set price. At the end, you simply tip your guide what you feel the experience was worth.
💶 The average tip for this Paris Starts Here tour is around €12.
Additional information
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DepartureHorseman statue in front of Notre-Dame, closest metro is Cité (line 4).
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Departure TimeRain or shine, we go! Click “Book Now” to see today’s time.
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Return Time2 hours later
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Returnends at le Louvre
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Included2 hours of Magic with our best Parisian guideA very small groupThe best photo spots ever!
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Not IncludedThere’s a lot to see, so we stay outdoors—no time for long lines or indoor detours!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most popular free walking tours in Paris?
Our most popular tours include Montmartre, the Latin Quarter, and Le Marais — three iconic neighborhoods that showcase the history, culture, and charm of Paris.
How do free walking tours in Paris work — do I need to pay?
Our tours are free to join. At the end, you’re welcome to leave a tip for your guide based on your experience. This way, you decide the value of the tour.
Are the tours available in English?
Yes — all our tours are offered in English.
What makes Take Our Tours different from other Paris walking tours?
We keep our groups small, focus on authentic local stories, and make the experience fun and interactive. It feels more like exploring Paris with a friend than following a script.
Where does the Paris Starts Here tour go, and how long is it?
This 2-hour walk takes you from Notre Dame to the Louvre, passing Sainte Chapelle, the Conciergerie, Pont Neuf, the French Mint, and hidden gems along the Seine.
What will I see on this tour?
Highlights include Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, the Conciergerie of Marie Antoinette, the Pont Neuf bridge, and the Louvre’s hidden underground remains — plus stories of Napoleon, the Sun King, Marie-Antoinette, and Quasimodo.
Do I need to reserve in advance?
Yes — spots fill fast on this route; we recommend reserving at least 2 hours ahead.
