
Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter
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Is Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter worth booking?
Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $20 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 15 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $20 per person
Are you looking for a way to see Latin Quarter without joining a tour group? Explore Paris at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Discover what people meant when they said “Paris learned to think on its L
What you get
About this experience
Are you looking for a way to see Latin Quarter without joining a tour group? Explore Paris at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Discover what people meant when they said “Paris learned to think on its Left Bank” while taking in the iconic sites of the Latin Quarter • Hear from producer Annie Sargent, the tour guide and producer of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast • Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just [pop in your headphones and] tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's included
Included
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Not included
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smarphone and headphones
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
What you'll see and do
Latin Quarter
This self-guided audio tour takes place in Paris' Latin Quarter
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Left Bank (Rive Gauche)
This self-guided walking tour takes place in Paris' Left Bank.
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Shakespeare and Company
This self-guided audio tour starts in front of Shakespeare and Company bookstore, where Ernest Hemmingway, Gertrude Stein, and Ezra Pound used to shop.
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Theatre de la Huchette
The tour passes by Le Théâtre de la Huchette which has been playing the same short plays since 1957: The Bald Soprano and The Lesson by Ionesco.
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Eglise Saint-Severin
The tour passes by Eglise Saint-Severin which started out with just the central nave, they kept enlarging it by pushing the walls outward, hence the different rows of pillars.
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The tour passes by the Cluny Museum, which brings together the lavish residence of the Abbot of Cluny, the city’s ancient Roman Baths and Alexandre du Sommerard’s priceless collection of medieval art.
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The tour passes by The Sorbonne which was started with Robert de Sorbon who was the chaplain of the King Saint Louis who built the Sainte Chapelle.
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Pantheon
The tour passes by the Panthéon. This shrine to French national heroes commemorates people like Marie Curie, Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Rousseau, Alexandre Dumas, André Malraux and Josephine Baker.
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St. Etienne du Mont
The tour passes by Saint Etienne du Mont, the burial place of another saint, Sainte Geneviève, who protected the city from Atilla the Hun.
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The tour goes down part of Rue Mouffetard, the city’s oldest market street.
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Jardin des Plantes
The tour goes through a section of Jardin des Plantes which was first created in 1635 and was called the King's Garden.
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Arenes de Lutece
The tour ends at the 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheater, Arènes de Lutèce.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Arènes de Lutèce.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great walking tour of Latin Quarter
Amazing walking tour that took me to parts of Paris I didn't know existed. Tour was easy to follow and enjoyed going at my own pace.
via Tripadvisor
Best Latin Quarter Tour!
This was one of several self-guided tours we did with Annie - she’s awesome! You will see and hear things that you don't on other tours, like the Roman ruins. Very comprehensive and entertaining! Highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour!
Annie did a great job preparing this tour. Very well thought out and we could travel at our own pace. So many wonderful sights with excellent commentary about the history and significance of each place. Would highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Adam is the best tour guide I’ve had EVER.
I can’t imagine tackling Le Louvre without a tour guide. It’s too overwhelming and you need a guide.
via Viator
Waste of money
Despite several attempts, having Wi-fi etc, this did not download so was useless. In following the instructions you get into a loop which then stuck, very frustrating. Better options elsewhere.
Response from the operator: Hi there, I'm sorry that you were unhappy with your experience. When you were having technical difficulties, did you contact VoiceMap support via email or telephone? We are contactable by both telephone and email, so if you have technical difficulties, please reach out to us so we can identify what is going wrong. Again, I'm sorry about the poor experience you had.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter cost?
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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Best of the Left Bank: Self-Guided Tour of the Latin Quarter start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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