Semi-Private French Revolution and Conciergerie tour: Discover Infamous Revolutionary Paths

Embark on a semi-private French Revolution and Conciergerie tour, tracing the paths of infamous revolutionaries and exploring the events that led to one of history’s most captivating revolutions. Visit the prison cell of Marie Antoinette and delve into the violent political turmoil of the time.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Opera Bastille - This sleek auditorium, opened in 1989, is the site of ballet and opera performances
What's Included
  • Guidance from a professional native English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Trace the path of numerous renowned revolutionaries, starting from the well-known Bastille, traversing through the intricate alleys of the Marais neighborhood. Unfold the origins leading to one of the most enchanting revolutions in history, its transition into brutal political anarchy, and tales enveloping the horror and the prosecutions of Louis XVI…

Location
Banque de France
Place de la Bastille
Your guide will have a Fat Cat Tours sign and will be waiting for you by the Banque de France (3bis place de la Bastille). If you are taking the metro follow signs for exit 7 (place de la Bastille) and your guide will be near the stairs.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Owh2015
Jul 27, 2025
Great afternoon in a charming part of Paris - Great afternoon with William as our guide, who was very knowledgable and entertaining. Interesting observations on history and architecture, presented with great panache and well balanced for the mixed level of knowledge within our group. We all utterly enjoyed the afternoon and William was quoted several times during our dinner that night. Thank you!
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Francesca_p
Jul 11, 2025
Wonderful Tour - My husband and I appreciated this in-depth tour that delighted and surprised us both. Do not pass this tour up- ours ended up being more of a private tour because no one else booked it- which made it much more intimate and fun. A major thank you to our guide who waited for us patiently after we ran into issues with our credit card and train passes. Also- our guide had a recommendations list-and we visited one of the restaurants...and it was great!
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Justmela
May 20, 2025
Book Team Adam -- You will not be disappointed! - Wow, I originally attended a tour last year with Team Adam....I was so impressed by his extensive, thorough knowledge of the tour subjects, I was happy to go again in May2025 with friends visiting Paris on the same tour. I learned even more the second time around. Major benefit is that he gives you a headset to wear during the walking tour and you hear everything he says....no more striving to hear it all when you're not close to him or get spread apart within a group. A big plus! And believe me, you want to hear everything he does says. Pleasant,, complete, and very enjoyable. Become part of Team Adam and you won't be disappointed. Thanks Adam; it was great and now I have a much different and better understanding about Marie Antoinette too. You are best.
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Eugenest7098wr
May 20, 2025
3 hour walking tour of Notre Dame ext. & entrance into Conciegelerie & St Chappelle & other historical elements of Cite - This was our second experience with Team Adam and it was well worth every minute. We had first met Team Adam for a tour of the landmarks on Cite back in 2024 and it was part of a larger group tour. We decided to request for Adam to help provide a smaller tour for a group of 4 and it covered Conciergerie , St Chappelle & the surroundings of Notre Dame over 3 hours. It was insightful and deeply meaningful. Adam is a phenomenal story teller and was able to bring to life all of the history that pins the landmarks and provide an interesting narrative as well. He has an amazing ability to draw the audience into the setting and the story and makes you feel part of the tour. Our friends from Los Angeles that were visiting said it was their best day in Paris ! One would be hard pressed to find a more knowledgeable and passionate tour guide around the history and landmarks of Cite ! We are already planning the next tour experience with Team Adam ! The consensus was everyone felt they learnt details of France thats memorable. Thank you again !
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American
May 15, 2025
Extraordinary tour of Île de la Cité & the astounding Sainte-Chapelle! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Extraordinary guide, full of eccentric details, and beautiful imagery & anecdotes! The walking tour of Île de la Cité brought us back through a millennium of heritage and astounded us with the imagery and beauty of Sainte-Chapelle. Functional audio guide and earpieces made everything clear and easy. One of the most satisfying guided tours I have ever taken!
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Williamhy9814sy
Apr 17, 2025
Exceptional tour guide and great tour. Would recommend and use again! - Violette was great. Our family of two adults and two kids thoroughly enjoyed our tour. It was the perfect way to start our vacation in Paris. Would highly recommend!
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H2665shmarym
Apr 7, 2025
Go Team Adam !! - Adam was our extremely well informed guide on this three hour tour and quite honestly, he had our full attention for the entirety of it !!!! From architectural details to deep insights into the lives and conditions of the people who populated these buildings, Adam's quick witted and highly informed delivery style (he knew all 16 names from the start !!!) made for a really informative and enjoyable tour. I have no hesitation in recommdending Adam to anyone wanting a guided tour which doesn't feel like a guided tour !! Go Team Adam !!!
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Eugenel829
Oct 14, 2024
Fantastic and will definitely recommend. - We did the Tour of Ile-de-Cite for St Chappelle church , Conciergerie & a quick swing by Notre-Dame (as its still closed) Adam was just phenomenal and had a great understanding of the history and how the Church came to be ? His tour gave us a different opinion on the entire French revolution and we will take that knowledge with us long after the weekend. Thank you for sharing your knowledge & making it so enjoyable !
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Garrickr2024
Jul 11, 2024
A “drop the mic” tour! ( that means its really good) - I’ve went on many a tour, but none compare to the tour Adam provided. He is the rock star of tour guides. It is a tour and history lesson wrapped into one. It’s interactive and he keeps you on your toes with some great questions. Very knowledgeable and just a great person to spend the day with. At the end of the tour I said to my wife “ that was the best tour I’ve ever been on. What an ending … drop the mic! “
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Curious714226
Jun 6, 2024
A personable experience, not to be missed. - Adam is very knowledgeable and eloquent. He brought the history alive and was quick witted and an absolute pleasure. Go on a guided tour with him, you won't regret it!
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From $175
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).