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Free Tour Enricoandfriends: Tour Ile de la cité

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Free Tour Enricoandfriends: Tour Ile de la cité

Experience Paris with new eyes with this intimate tour of the Île de la Cité. Starting at the statue of Charlemagne in front of Notre-Dame, we will walk together to discover the true origins and most human secrets of the Ville Lumière.

On this tour of the Île de la Cité we will look at Paris through different eyes, delving into the history and origins of the Ville Lumière. After meeting next to the statue of Charlemagne, in front of Notre-Dame, our walk will begin.

The Paris we currently know is in fact very different from the one we are going to explore: the island, a small natural jewel in the heart of the Seine, forms the oldest part of the urban center.

We will begin our journey by heading toward Place Louis Lépine, where we will focus on the neighborhood's most important buildings, such as the Hôtel-Dieu and the Tribunal de Commerce. It will then only take a few steps to arrive in front of the Sainte-Chapelle, a true architectural emblem of the radiant Gothic style.

We will then discover the history of the oldest public clock in Paris on the towers of the Conciergerie, and after a pleasant stop among the colors and scents of the Marché aux Fleurs, we will continue walking along the Seine, leaving room for more anecdotes and curiosities.

We will end our promenade there where it all began, in front of the queen of Paris: the Notre-Dame cathedral!

Meeting point

Statue de Charlemagne et ses leudes, Île de la Cité, France

Before you go

Length
About 2h
Languages
Italian
Usual start times
10:30, 16:30 (Paris time)
Coming up
36 departures in 3 months, 3 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Statue de Charlemagne et ses leudes, Île de la Cité, France. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in Italian. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

36 departures are listed in the next three months, 3 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30 and 16:30. Times are local to Paris.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

Can I bring my dog?

The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.

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