Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 1-hour experience in Paris, France, from $20 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 55 / 100
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- Duration
- 1 hours
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- $20 per person
Hemingway may have only lived in Paris between 1921 and 1928, but his years in the City of Light have come to represent the quintessential artist’s experience. On this self-guided audio tour through the Latin Quarter, you‘ll come to understand why Hemingway‘s seemingly perfect Parisian story serves as both inspiration and a cautionary tale for artists in search of fame and wealth. You‘ll hear about the transformative moments in Hemingway‘s life, including the mysterious trunk of lost manuscripts and how his experience on the Italian Front during World War I impacted him. You‘ll pass by the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the steps featured in the film Midnight in Paris, and the Panthéon on your way to the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, where you‘ll hear about Hemingway‘s upbringing. By the end tour, you‘ll have seen 1920s Paris through the extraordinary lens of Hemingway and unraveled some of the myths around the iconic writer‘s time in the City of Light.
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About this experience
Hemingway may have only lived in Paris between 1921 and 1928, but his years in the City of Light have come to represent the quintessential artist’s experience. On this self-guided audio tour through the Latin Quarter, you‘ll come to understand why Hemingway‘s seemingly perfect Parisian story serves as both inspiration and a cautionary tale for artists in search of fame and wealth. You‘ll hear about the transformative moments in Hemingway‘s life, including the mysterious trunk of lost manuscripts and how his experience on the Italian Front during World War I impacted him. You‘ll pass by the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the steps featured in the film Midnight in Paris, and the Panthéon on your way to the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, where you‘ll hear about Hemingway‘s upbringing. By the end tour, you‘ll have seen 1920s Paris through the extraordinary lens of Hemingway and unraveled some of the myths around the iconic writer‘s time in the City of Light.
What's included
Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
What you'll see and do
Luxembourg Gardens
From there you‘ll make your way through Jardin du Luxembourg (Luxembourg Garden) to see Hemingway‘s last home in Paris.
Pass by without stopping
You‘ll pass by the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the steps featured in the film Midnight in Paris, and the Panthéon on your way to the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, where you‘ll hear about Hemingway‘s upbringing.
Pass by without stopping
Our tour ends at the location of the original Shakespeare and Company, the English-language bookstore where Hemingway first started reading the greats, meeting numerous authors, and learning about the art of fiction.
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Eglise Saint-Sulpice
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Église Saint-Sulpice and hear how this historical site relates to the renowned author.
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Musee du Luxembourg
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Musée du Luxembourg and hear how this historical site relates to the renowned author.
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Luxembourg Palace
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Luxembourg Palace and hear how this historical site relates to the renowned author.
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Pantheon
You‘ll pass by the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the steps featured in the film Midnight in Paris, and the Panthéon on your way to the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, where you‘ll hear about Hemingway‘s upbringing.
Pass by without stopping
You‘ll pass by the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, the steps featured in the film Midnight in Paris, and the Panthéon on your way to the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, where you‘ll hear about Hemingway‘s upbringing.
Pass by without stopping
Place de la Contrescarpe
As you make your way through Place de la Contrescarpe to the studio where Hemingway spent his days writing, Samuél will tell you how Sherwood Anderson and Gertrude Stein, crucial mentors in Hemingway‘s inner circle, connected him with literary luminaries like James Joyce and Ezra Pound.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
This tour starts outside 74 Rue Cardinal Lemoine. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. 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 Original Shakespeare and Company.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- 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
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.
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Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 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 Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Around 0 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 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 Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. 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.
What is included in Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS; Lifetime access to this tour in English; and Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route; Smartphone and headphones; Transportation; and Food/Drink. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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This tour starts outside 74 Rue Cardinal Lemoine. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Hemingway’s Paris: A Self-Guided Audio Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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