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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.

Make the most of your visit to one of the world’s most popular landmarks on a guided Eiffel Tower tour. Hear the history and legends behind the Paris icon as a guide accompanies you up to the second level, where panoramic views of the city await. Get help identifying the monuments below, and upgrade for summit access to go even higher.

Enjoy a leisurely trip down the Seine on this Bateaux Parisiens river cruise. Glide past Paris’ world-famous monuments including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and historic bridges like the Pont Neuf. Listen to audio commentary along the way to learn more about passing attractions. Cruise during the day, or choose an evening departure time to float through the enchanting city at night. Either way, it’s a fantastic introduction to the highlights of Paris.

Enrich your visit to Paris’s must iconic must-see landmark on this guided Eiffel Tower tour by elevator. Jumpstart your morning with a hands-on introduction to the Iron Lady, built for the 1889 International Exposition. In-depth tours include admission tickets. Choose between 2nd or 3rd story tower access.

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).

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.

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.

Experience Paris in a way few people have: aboard an electric tuk-tuk. On this private tour, you and your traveling companions have multiple tours to choose from, from short tours of central Paris to extensive tours that last a full day. Tuk-tuks seat up to four passengers, but large groups can rent multiple vehicles and cruise around together.

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. 

Explore Paris at your own pace with our Paris Discovery tour. Get on and off wherever and whenever you want for the duration of your ticket (24, 48 or 72 hours depending on your choice). Enjoy a panoramic view of the streets of the French capital and discover the main attractions of the city aboard our eco-responsible buses, your visit is eco-responsible! Discover the Opera, the Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Sainte-Chapelle, the Musée d'Orsay, the Concorde, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Invalides, the Grand Palais and many other exceptional sites. Benefit from an audio guide, available in several languages on the bus and on the mobile application including information about Paris and its monuments and dedicated comments for your children Your ticket is valid from the first use and can be used for an unlimited number of times until it expires.

Discover the charms of one of Paris' most popular neighborhoods on a walking tour of Montmartre, a district known for its artists and historically bohemian vibe. Start at the Moulin Rouge and see where artists like Van Gogh, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Pissarro lived and worked. See sights like the Basilica du Sacré-Coeur, and get insights from your guide about the art, music, food, and history of Montmartre.

Paris’ Louvre is one of the world’s largest art museums, so don't waste your time waiting in line. Head straight inside, with your priority access admission, to see three of its biggest crowd-pleasers, including the unavoidable gaze and wry smile of Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa." On this guided tour, hear fascinating tales and tidbits about these unmissable masterpieces. After coming face to face with several artworks by great masters, you’re free to explore the Louvre independently.

Explore the interior of Basilica du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre on this guided private tour. You'll learn about the history of this Parisian landmark and climb up to the dome for a panoramic view of the city.

Gain a unique anglophone perspective of Paris as you explore the city with an English guide. Explore the City of Lights' most memorable attractions on a comprehensive tour that visits more than 30 sights, including the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Moulin Rouge. Stop to pick up some snacks (own expense) in the Latin Quarter, stroll through atmospheric Montmartre, and admire the views from the Sacre-Coeur Basilica.

Embark on a culinary tour of Paris's Montmartre neighborhood, one of the city's most charming neighborhoods. Sample delicacies like croissants and éclairs at a local patisserie, enjoy a guided tasting of various cheeses at a fromagerie and satisfy your sweet tooth at a classic chocolaterie. Of course, no gourmet tour of Paris would be complete without a stop at a boulangerie, where you learn the proper way to eat a baguette in France. And at the end, you'll enjoy a delicious Secret Dish, that will be revealed only on the day of the tour.

See Paris like a local as you pedal around its vibrant neighborhoods, lively markets and hidden sights on this small-group bike tour. Explore the famous Latin Quarter, the Jewish communities of Le Marais and the historic Place de la Bastille, as well as enjoying views of iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral. With plenty of rest stops and photo opportunities, this tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Explore the charming streets of Montmartre with this small group tour. Your guide will take you to a mix of iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-track sights, from the Moulin Rouge windmill to the home of Vincent Van Gogh. You'll also get to try croissants at an award-winning bakery, explore the vineyards of Montmartre, and pass through a secret passageway into a cobbled back street.

Experience a different kind of walking tour and follow your guide on a tour through the largest cemetery in Paris. You will listen to the stories of the fanstasms aroused by the tombs of Jim Morisson or the spiritualist Allan Kardec and many other less known phenomena. This cemetery of Père Lachaise is really the theater of fantastic and paranormal phenomena.

Breeze past the crowds outside the Eiffel Tower with this skip-the-line pass and 1.5-hour tour. In the company of your local guide, you'll gain priority access to the tower's second level. Delve into the history of one of the world's most famous monuments and soak up the exhibits and maps on display. Then bid adieu to your guide and head to the tower's summit for stellar views of the City of Lights. Toast your travels with a glass of bubbly from the Champagne bar (own expense).

The Paris Catacombs, also known as "the empire of death," is one of the spookiest sights in the city and are home to the remains of about 6 million Parisians. They are lined with centuries-old skeletons. You can explore the historic tunnels, see hidden chambers that most visitors miss, learn about the landmark's revolutionary and wartime past, and perhaps even run into a resident ghost or two on this small-group, skip-the-line tour.

Surround yourself in the grand spectacle of the Versailles palace and gardens on a small-group tour from Paris. Enjoy pickup from your Paris hotel, then breeze past the queue at Versailles and take a small-group tour through the castle’s ornate interior. Discover the rich tastes of Louis XIV, who built the enormous 700-room complex, adorning the space with extravagance and luxury. Then take a leisurely stroll in the palace gardens before returning to Paris.

With these special combo tickets, you’ll enjoy skip-the-line admission tickets to the Arc de Triomphe, plus a scenic boat cruise along the Seine. Get panoramic views over the City of Lights from the top of the arch, and get a peek at other top landmarks along the way, from Les Invalides to the Eiffel Tower. River cruises include audio narration, so you can get more background on the sights.

Enjoy a totally new way to discover Paris’ Montmartre neighborhood—and seek out the area’s most romantic destinations—with the help of this self-led smartphone exploration game. Upon booking, download the smartphone app and set off at a time that works best for you. You’ll discover Montmartre highlights like Sacré-Coeur Basilica, will see the café where “Amélie” worked, and will learn stories about the area’s romantic history, all while solving clues.

Treat your loved one to a unique cruise on the Seine, the most romantic way to discover the beauty of Paris. Embark and sail to admire the attractions of Paris' seafront, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Invalides, the Grand Palais and the Louvre Museum. Enjoy panoramic views from your table while you savour a 3-course gourmet dinner (drinks are not included in the package) concocted with love... An additional gift : You will have the privilege of being accompanied throughout your evening by the spellbinding voice of a live singer. A moment of relaxation guaranteed !