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Paris Time Machine: Hidden Paris & Le Marais Small-Group Tour

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Paris, France
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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Paris has 2,000 years of history, and its most fascinating stories are hidden in the streets, not museums.

Beyond the famous monuments, discover medieval streets, hidden courtyards, traces of revolutions and stories that bring Paris to life.

Join passionate local guides on a small-group walking tour and discover a different side of the city, whether it's your first visit or your fifth.

✅ History you can still see
- Cannonball and bullet marks from revolutions and wars
- Stories of kings, emperors, revolutionaries and WWII resistance
- Medieval houses, hidden gardens and the fascinating streets of Le Marais

✅ Explore historic streets, unexpected corners and colourful street art away from the usual tourist routes.

✅ A small-group experience
This is a walking tour, not a standing lecture! Expect engaging stories, surprising facts, a relaxed pace and time for your questions.

✅ Discover our favourite restaurants, wine bars and hidden spots.

* Jokes included at no extra charge.

What's Included

  • Umbrellas
  • A few jokes
  • A list of recommendations in Paris
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Parvis de l'hôtel de ville
    75004 Paris, France

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    End point

    Place des Vosges
    75004 Paris, France

    We finish the tour in front of Victor Hugo’s house!You’ll end the tour in the heart of several lively Parisian neighborhoods, with plenty of great restaurant options for every budget and taste.

    What To Expect

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    4th Arr. - Hotel-de-Ville

    Paris’ City Hall stands as a witness to revolutions, fires, and rebirth.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    13 novembre 2015 Garden

    A peaceful place of memory, dedicated to the resilience of Paris after the 2015 attacks. Here, we talk about modern Paris. Its spirit, its cafés, and the way life always returns to the streets.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    11 Rue François Miron

    Hidden between modern façades, these curved medieval houses remind us that Paris was once a small village.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Memorial De La Shoah

    A powerful stop that connects medieval Paris to the stories of the 20th century and today’s living neighbourhood.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hotel de Sens

    One of the most impressive medieval buildings in Paris, still marked by a real cannonball stuck in its wall
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Jardin du Bataillon de l'ONU

    A true slice of local life. We’ll see Parisians playing pétanque and if they are not here, we'll play ourselves!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Village St-Paul

    A small village within the city, where quiet streets, historic churches, and local cafés show a softer, more intimate side of Paris.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    21 Rue des Jardins Saint-Paul

    Fragments of the medieval wall built by King Philippe Auguste reveal how Paris grew from a fortified town into a global capital.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hotel de Sully

    Step into a hidden Renaissance courtyard.. a secret passage that feels frozen in time. My mother’s favorite shortcut
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Place des Vosges

    Our grand finale: the oldest planned royal square in Paris, created under the reign of Henry IV.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Maison de Victor Hugo

    We finish the tour in front of Victor Hugo’s house, after beginning next to Notre-Dame, the setting of his most famous novel.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paris Time Machine: Hidden Paris & Le Marais Small-Group Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5511082P1

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    What's Included

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    • Umbrellas
    • A few jokes
    • A list of recommendations in Paris
    • New friends from all over the world

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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