Paris Time Machine: Untold Stories & Hidden Places Free Tour
Overview
Join us one street away from the crowds, in the hidden heart of the city
-> Cannonball and bullet marks are still visible on some walls, silent witnesses to revolutions and wars that shaped Paris and world history.
-> Meet the people who made Paris what it is today: women in the Resistance, Victor Hugo, republican revolutionaries, kings, emperors… and Emmanuel Macron!
-> From the fire of Notre-Dame to protests in the streets, we explore how recent events shaped everyday life in Paris. This is history still alive today.
-> Le Marais is the beating heart of Paris, where fashion, small cafés, restaurants, and local life all mix in one vibrant district.
✅ Expect local insights, stories, and tips
✅ Jokes included at no extra charge
✅ You'll leave knowing you really visited Paris!
This activity includes:
- Le Village Saint-Paul
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- Hôtel de Ville
- Jardin du Bataillon de l'ONU
- Maison de Victor Hugo
- Place des Vosges
- Hôtel de Sens
On arrival
In front of the main entrance of "Hôtel de Ville" (Paris City Hall). We will meet on the large square (Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville).
How to spot me:
Your guide will be in the middle of the square, holding a green umbrella! ☂️
Your guide will arrive around 15 minutes before the tour starts, so feel free to come a little early ????
Things to note
If your plans change (rain, change of mind, etc.), please let us know as early as possible.
Last-minute cancellations or no-shows prevent other travelers from joining. Even a quick message in advance is greatly appreciated so we can release your spot or reschedule you for another day.
Thank you :)
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
