EXPLORE PARIS ON FOOT
Discover the streets, stories and neighbourhoods that shaped Paris with a local guide. Our small-group walking tours take you beyond the obvious, one fascinating detail at a time.
Explore our walking toursTHREE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE CITY
Bohemian Montmartre, the historic Latin Quarter or the elegant Marais: choose the neighbourhood whose stories, atmosphere and hidden details most appeal to you.
BOHEMIAN PARIS
Discover the artists, hidden streets and sweet side of Paris' most iconic village.
Climb through Montmartre’s lanes, gardens and stairways while discovering the artists, millers and colourful characters who shaped its enduring legend.
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IDEAS & HISTORY
2,000 years of history, hidden gems and Left Bank stories
Walk through the historic Latin Quarter, Saint‑Germain and the Odéon, combining celebrated Left Bank landmarks with literary cafés and hidden Parisian streets.
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HISTORY & HERITAGE
Royal squares, hidden streets, Jewish heritage and the many lives of Le Marais
Explore Place des Vosges, medieval streets, the historic Jewish quarter and the hidden layers of Paris’s most distinctive neighbourhood.
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| Tour | Best for | Landmarks | Hidden Paris | Art | History | Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montmartre Walking Tour: Art, History & Pastries | Art & atmosphere | ●●○ | ●●● | ●●● | ●●○ | Bohemian |
| Paris Latin Quarter Walking Tour | History, hidden gems & Left Bank atmosphere | ●●○ | ●●● | ●○○ | ●●● | Intellectual & historic |
| Paris Marais Walking Tour | History, architecture & living heritage | ●●○ | ●●● | ●●○ | ●●● | Historic & vibrant |
All our walks move at a relaxed sightseeing pace, with regular stops for stories, questions and photographs.
WHY DISCOVER PARIS ON FOOT?
Walking changes the scale of Paris. A carved doorway, a secluded courtyard or an old shop sign becomes part of the story, revealing how history and everyday life meet in each neighbourhood.
Façades, courtyards, old signs and architectural details reveal layers of Paris that are easy to miss.
Your guide connects familiar places with the people, ideas and everyday lives that shaped them.
Walking leaves time for questions, photographs and unexpected discoveries along the way.
THE SIMPLY FRANCE TOURS DIFFERENCE
Our groups leave room for questions, exchanges and spontaneous discoveries.
Our guides share history alongside the neighbourhood life, culture and addresses they genuinely know.
Each route has its own point of view and is built around meaningful places rather than a checklist.
We happily share cafés, bakeries, markets and restaurants worth returning to after the walk.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Our guided walks are designed for discovery rather than speed. Wear comfortable shoes and come prepared for the weather; the exact meeting point and practical details are provided with each tour.
MORE WAYS TO WALK PARIS
Join a small group and explore a Paris neighbourhood with travellers from around the world.
View public toursYour guide, your family or friends, and a walk adapted to your interests.
Private toursEducational walks adapted to the age, interests and level of your students.
Education toursTeam outings and tailored experiences for larger groups, with several guides when needed.
Group toursTRAVELLER REVIEWS
★★★★★“Une magnifique découverte de Montmartre à la fois culturelle, architecturale, historique et musicale. Une très grande culture de Frédéric qui a animé cette visite avec brio en s’adaptant à nos questions. Bravo et merci !”
Jean
★★★★★“Frédéric est un guide éclectique, passionné et passionnant. Nous avons eu droit à une visite privée de Montmartre, parsemée de découvertes, d'explications et d'anecdotes. Nous recommandons sans réserves”
Pascal
★★★★★“Excellent ! Nous avons passé un très bon moment lors de la visite guidée. Frédéric est vraiment très bienveillant et agréable. Il nous a appris beaucoup de choses. C’était très bien. Top ! Merci Frédéric pour cette visite !”
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PARIS ON FOOT
Paris reveals itself in details. Walking with a local guide turns façades, squares and side streets into a connected story, helping you understand not only what you are seeing, but why it matters.
A neighbourhood walking tour also reaches courtyards, lanes and viewpoints that buses cannot access, while leaving time for questions and genuine conversation.
CHOOSING YOUR WALK
Choose Montmartre for artists, village atmosphere and hilltop views; the Latin Quarter for history, learning and the intellectual Left Bank; or Le Marais for mansions, hidden courtyards and living Jewish heritage.
Each tour works for a first visit, but together they reveal three very different chapters of Paris.
GOOD TO KNOW
Everything you need to know before choosing your walk.
Duration varies by tour. The current duration is displayed above and comes directly from each tour page.
Our tours move at a relaxed sightseeing pace with regular stops. Montmartre includes hills, cobbled streets and steps, so comfortable shoes are particularly important.
Montmartre, the Latin Quarter and Le Marais all provide an excellent introduction. Choose according to the atmosphere and themes that interest you most.
Tours generally operate in light rain. Please check the forecast and bring suitable clothing; we contact participants if exceptional weather requires a change.
Yes. Families are welcome, although the distance, duration and hills should be considered when choosing the most suitable tour.
Yes. Our walks can be organised privately for families, friends, schools, universities and corporate groups.
Available languages vary by tour and guide. The languages displayed above are updated automatically from each tour page.
Each neighbourhood has its own meeting point. The exact address, nearest metro and access instructions appear on the individual tour page and in your booking information.
ANOTHER WAY TO EXPLORE
Cover more ground while staying connected to the city on one of our relaxed, small-group Paris bike tours.
Paris Highlights Bike Tour Along the Seine
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Montmartre, the Latin Quarter or Le Marais — choose your neighbourhood and discover the people, places and details that shaped it.
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