Explore Paris’ Latin Quarter: Roman roots, medieval marvels, and intellectual hubs. Visit iconic sites and end with a drink near Hemingway’s house.
Explore Paris’ Latin Quarter: Roman roots, medieval marvels, and intellectual hubs. Visit iconic sites and end with a drink near Hemingway’s house.
- Fontaine Saint-Michel - Constructed during the Grand Reconstruction of Paris, this grand fountain marks the beginning of your tour! Your guide will share the story of how Paris transformed from a medieval city to a modern European gem in just 70 years!
- Rue de la Huchette - Stroll along one of Paris’s oldest streets and explore the narrowest…
- Fontaine Saint-Michel - Constructed during the Grand Reconstruction of Paris, this grand fountain marks the beginning of your tour! Your guide will share the story of how Paris transformed from a medieval city to a modern European gem in just 70 years!
- Rue de la Huchette - Stroll along one of Paris’s oldest streets and explore the narrowest lanes in the city while your guide entertains you with tales of “Old Paris”!
- Shakespeare and Company Bookstore - This iconic bookstore from the 1920s is brimming with stories about the great writers of the Lost Generation, including Hemingway, James Joyce, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and more!
- Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris - Enjoy breathtaking views of the Notre Dame Cathedral!
- The Oldest Tree in Paris - Discover the oldest tree in Paris, dating back to 1601! It is a cherished tradition to touch its leaves and make a wish!
- Eglise Saint Julien Le Pauvre - One of the oldest buildings in Paris, this modest yet beautiful church was once a center of education in the city, alongside Notre Dame de Paris!
- Salvador Dali Sundial - Dali adored the Latin Quarter in Paris. So much so, that he gifted the city a beautiful sundial representing the “Camino de Santiago de Compostela”.
- Eglise Saint-Severin - A gem of the Latin Quarter, this 13th-century Flamboyant Gothic church will amaze you with its stunning vaulted ceilings and palm tree columns. If you’re lucky, you might even hear the pipe organ being played!
- Les Thermes de Lutece - After invading Paris in 52 B.C., the Roman Empire built magnificent baths and established an entire city. These Roman Baths are remnants of a vast complex that was once accessible to all citizens!
- Musee De Cluny - Now the Medieval Museum of Paris, this dazzling and ornate building from the 15th century is filled with stories of old Paris!
- La Sorbonne - La Sorbonne is the third oldest university in the world! Since the 11th century, the Latin Quarter has been the center of education and culture in Paris, with this university at its heart. Your guide will enlighten you with stories about one of the greatest universities on the planet, dating back to 1257!
- Pantheon - The word Pantheon means “All the Gods”. This is the highlight of the Latin Quarter Tour. Your guide will narrate the story of how this opulent building began as one of the largest religious structures in France and later became the most important mausoleum in the country! All the great minds of France are buried here, from Victor Hugo to Marie Curie and many more!
- Eglise Saint-Etienne-du-Mont de Paris - Inside this majestic 15th-century church lies the tomb and knuckle of the patron saint of Paris, “Saint Genevieve”. Enter this astonishing building and see amazing holy relics while your guide shares the story of the takeover of Paris during the fall of the Roman Empire, and how Genevieve played a key role in those times!
- Ernest Hemingway’s First Home Office - “If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.” This quote by Ernest Hemingway reflects his love for the Latin Quarter. Discover his first apartment in Paris and the neighborhood that inspired much of his Parisian work!
- Place de la Contrescarpe - At the end of the tour, your guide will take you to this beautiful and lively square, full of great restaurants, bars, and cafes in the heart of the Latin Quarter, so you can continue to enjoy this magnificent district of Paris!
- Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour
- Certified Expert Guide
- Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour
- Certified Expert Guide
- Tips
- Tips
Explore the Roman, Medieval, and Intellectual worlds of Paris on this tip-based guided walking tour of the Latin Quarter. On our tour, you’ll uncover how this hidden gem has inspired scientists and writers alike – from Marie Curie to F. Scott Fitzgerald. Your guide will reveal how the Latin Quarter has been the cultural, intellectual, and religious…
Explore the Roman, Medieval, and Intellectual worlds of Paris on this tip-based guided walking tour of the Latin Quarter. On our tour, you’ll uncover how this hidden gem has inspired scientists and writers alike – from Marie Curie to F. Scott Fitzgerald. Your guide will reveal how the Latin Quarter has been the cultural, intellectual, and religious heart of Paris since its beginnings as a Roman settlement. You’ll visit iconic spots like Shakespeare & Co bookshop, churches inspired by Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Sorbonne University, and the majestic Grand Pantheon. Conclude your tour with a drink near Hemingway’s former residence in this charming neighborhood, which boasts excellent local restaurants and bars.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.