Top Paris Public Transportation Tours

First-time Paris visitors certainly have a long list of sights to see, and chances are, most of them are on the itinerary of this Paris sightseeing tour. Join your guide for a fun walk through the city, where you can see the top landmarks in just a few hours. Highlights include views of the Arc de Triomphe, Pont Neuf bridge, and of course the iconic Eiffel Tower, complete with your guide's commentary as you go.

Experience Paris’ of eras past on this walking tour of the famous Père Lachaise Cemetery. A knowledgable local guide will lead you through a maze of haunting yet romantic headstones and tombs including those of Jim Morrison, Balzac and Oscar Wilde – bedecked in vibrant kisses from hundreds of admirers. Learn about some of Paris’ most famous figures and iconic stories on this small-group excursion.

The Eiffel Tower is one of Paris’ most visited attractions—save yourself a ton of time by prebooking this Eiffel Tower Skip-the-Line Tour with Access to the 1st and 2nd Floors. Skip the massive entry lines and go on a self-guided experience on the Eiffel Tower’s first and second floors, as well as the elevators. An optional summit access upgrade and Seine Champagne cruise upgrade are offered.

Book a fun, productive first day in Paris to get an orientation of the city and discover places you'll want to visit further during your stay. With a private guide dedicated to just you and your party, spend two hours getting acquainted with the city. Your guide will teach you about the different neighborhoods, how to speak a few words of French, how to buy Metro tickets, and what are the must-see attractions and must-eat food.

Reach the heights of Paris's most iconic monument while bypassing the long wait with a skip-the-line ticket to the Eiffel Tower. Head to the front of the line and ride the elevators up to the first and second levels for marvelous views of the Trocadero gardens, the Louvre, and other famous monuments. Keep going all the way up to the summit level, where the whole of Paris stretches around you in an unforgettable panorama.

Feast your senses on the vibrant color and charisma of the ‘Féerie’ show at Paris’ iconic Moulin Rouge during an extravagant evening in the City of Light. Take a seat in the atmospheric theater and prepare for a dazzling spectacle of drama, dance and music. See elaborately dressed show girls dominate the stage; marvel at dancers as they perform compelling choreography; and opt to upgrade to include a French feast and fine Champagne before the show starts.

Make sightseeing in the French capital easy with a Big Bus tour of Paris. Enjoy the convenience of hop-on hop-off access at any stop along the route, and soak in the views from an open-top, double-decker bus. See sights like the Louvre Museum, Moulin Rouge cabaret club, and the iconic Eiffel Tower as you listen to informative audio-commentary, available in 11 languages.

Save time with this Viator skip-the-line Eiffel Tower ticket. This priority access admission ticket allows for a relaxing visit to one of the world’s busiest monuments, accompanied by a host. Listen as your host adds colorful history and facts to the sights below as you look over Les Invalides, Notre Dame Cathedral, and other city landmarks.

Experience culture and art through the ages with a small-group tour of Paris’ epic Louvre Museum. Jump the queue and learn about some of the museum’s 35,000 artworks across eight themed galleries from your art historian guide. Then enjoy time on your own to explore, viewing paintings, sculpture, and architecture from 450 BC to the 19th century. Numbers are limited to 25 on this small-group tour or upgrade your ticket to a private tour exclusive to just your group. 

Ensure a memorable night out in Paris with a gourmet dinner cruise along the Seine River. Float past the city’s famed monuments, such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Ile de la Cité aboard a luxury Bateaux Parisiens riverboat. Soak up the magic of Paris from an onboard dining room while enjoying a gourmet 3-4 course meal (depending on the menu selected), and a live music entertainment. You will have the opportunity to see iconic Paris attractions that line the Seine's UNESCO World Heritage-listed riverbanks.

See the major sights of Paris from the water on a hop-on hop-off Seine boat cruise. With either a 1- or 2-day ticket, glide leisurely along the river, hopping off and on when you wish to visit the attractions that most interest you, such as Musée d'Orsay and the Louvre. Or simply stay on the boat to admire Paris’ World Heritage-listed riverbanks.

Bypass the long lines at the Eiffel Tower with this tour that includes summit access. After fast track, skip-the-line access, proceed to the second level to survey the city from the viewing platforms while listening to commentary about Paris culture, traditions, and history. Then, proceed to the summit to see Gustave Eiffel's private apartments and sip Champagne from the onsite bar (own expense).

Make the most of your time in Paris with a combination of a cruise on the Seine and a 3-course dinner. This 75-minute dinner cruise allows you to see the main attractions of the City of Lights while you enjoy a casual meal. Relax into a comfortable armchair facing one of the boat's windows, the better to take in the view, and watch sights like the Louvre, Place de la Concorde, and Eiffel Tower drift by. Upgrade the experience to include wine or Champagne with dinner.

Get out of Paris for a trip to the countryside on this tour to Giverny, the location of Claude Monet's House and Gardens. Travel by bus to the Monet property, where you have free time to wander around the house and grounds independently. An audio guide, available in several languages, is included, which you receive before departure. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Finding your way around Paris doesn't need to be challenging, thanks to this sustainable hop-on hop-off bus tour. You have the option of one, two, or three days of double-decker bus access, covering various routes with stops at most of Paris’s most important museums, attractions, and shopping areas. And with your ticket, get all sorts of freebies, including walking tours and on-board audio guides with narration in multiple languages.

Most visitors ride the elevator at the Eiffel Tower, but travelers with a sense of adventure can save time by taking the stairs. Climb the 704 steps to the second viewing platform of the Eiffel Tower on this guided tour and be rewarded with spectacular views of the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, the Seine River, and the Champs-Élysées. Opt for a ticket to the summit and take the lift to the very top.

Travel through scenic Normandy en route to the medieval Mont-St-Michel on a full-day trip from Paris. Discover the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed island and its iconic Gothic abbey, with a guide, and listen to fascinating history and legendary stories about the site. Enjoy ample time to explore the island, and admire views of the surrounding bay before traveling back to the French capital.

Have only a short stay planned in the City of Light? See some of Paris’ top attractions and most popular neighborhoods on this immersive, full-day tour. In the morning, meet in the hilltop Montmartre neighborhood for a walking tour before exploring Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Next, discover the world-renowned Louvre with skip-the-line tickets before heading to the buzzy Latin quarter. Finish with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower and a Seine River cruise.

See the best of Paris, and have amazing photos to remember your day on this Paris Photoshoot Tour. You’ll be able to put your phones away and enjoy the sites, safe in the knowledge that your memories are being captured. This flexible tour allows you to choose the places in Paris that you’d like to visit, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, or the Notre-Dame. After the tour, you’ll be emailed 200-400 photos, and you'll also be able to choose your favorites to be retouched.

The Louvre is the largest museum in the world, and navigating the sprawling galleries can be difficult for even veteran visitors. Simplify your visit—and listen to enriching background about the works on display—during this private guided tour. Tick off masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, while also uncovering the hidden must-sees that most people miss.

Explore the atmospheric neighborhoods of Paris like a local on this private custom-made tour that cleverly combines pleasurable walking moments into the historic neighborhoods with the use of private (taxi) and public (metro/bus) transportation when needed. Accompanied by your guide, enjoy walking tours of typical Parisian neighborhoods like the Latin Quarter, and admire landmarks like Notre-Dame, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, and the Pantheon.

Visiting Paris with kids in tow? This private half-day tour is specially designed for families, with a focus on child-friendly activities and a guide who knows how to keep all members of the family entertained. Discover Paris attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, and Notre Dame Cathedral as a family, stop at kid-friendly attractions such as the Luxembourg gardens or a Harry Potter shop, or cool off with an ice cream along the way.

Visit one of Paris’ most storied, romantic, and bohemian neighborhoods—and get up close and personal with the sights—on this private walking tour of hilltop Montmartre. Pick from multiple daily tour times, meet your guide at your hotel, and set off. Your itinerary is customizable, but you can look forward to seeing world-renowned area attractions like the Moulin Rouge and Sacré-Coeur Basilica. You can also visit the café where “Amélie” was filmed, follow in locals’ footsteps on the Place des Abbesses, and even explore a local vineyard.

See many of Paris’ top attractions in just half a day: this introductory tour is perfect for time-pressed, first-time visitors to the city. Set off directly from your hotel, and explore with just a private guide for company. You’ll head to Trocadéro and the Champ de Mars for up-close views of the Eiffel Tower. Next, visit Napoleon’s tomb at Invalides, admire the Grand Palais, stroll the Champs-Élysées, and see the Arc de Triomphe. Before the tour’s end, and even explore the Louvre. This private walking tour is the best way to see Paris through the eyes of locals