Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel in Paris
Paris, France

Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel

Outty Ranking 72 5.0 · 17 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $35

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72/100

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Is Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel worth booking?

Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $35 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
5/5 (17)
Duration
2 hours
From
$35 per person

Most travelers think they’ve seen Paris after visiting the Eiffel Tower and main boulevards. But what if I told you the city’s true magic hides in its quiet streets, hidden corners, and stories only a local can share? E

What you get

  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Professional tour guide

About this experience

Most travelers think they’ve seen Paris after visiting the Eiffel Tower and main boulevards. But what if I told you the city’s true magic hides in its quiet streets, hidden corners, and stories only a local can share? Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the history and details that give Paris its unique character. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while the city’s real soul stays just out of reach. Our Walking Tour in Paris changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover Paris beyond the surface, like a local.

What's included

Included

  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Professional tour guide

Not included

  • Gratuities (optional)

What you'll see and do

  1. Place Saint Germain Des Pres

    Visit one of the oldest areas in Paris, built around a 6th-century abbey that became a center of intellectual and literary life in the 20th century.

    10 minutes here

  2. Rue Bonaparte

    Walk along a street on the Left Bank that runs from the Seine to the Jardin du Luxembourg and was named after Napoleon Bonaparte.

    10 minutes here

  3. Rue Jacob

    Discover a 17th-century street in the 6th arrondissement that connects Rue des Saints-Pères to Rue de Seine and was named after a former Jacobin convent nearby.

    10 minutes here

  4. Follow a street in the 6th arrondissement that links Boulevard Saint-Germain to the Seine and has housed art galleries since the 19th century.

    10 minutes here

  5. Explore a street in the 6th arrondissement that dates back to the 12th century and was named after Simon de Buci, a former president of the Paris Parliament.

    10 minutes here

  6. Cour du Commerce Saint Andre

    Enter a passage opened in 1735 where the printing press of Jean-Paul Marat once stood and where the restaurant Le Procope has operated since 1686.

    10 minutes here

  7. Boulevard Saint-Germain

    Cross a major boulevard opened in the 19th century under Georges-Eugène Haussmann that stretches about 3.5 kilometers across the Left Bank.

    10 minutes here

  8. Walk along a street created in the 19th century during Haussmann’s renovation of Paris and named after Georges Danton, a leading figure of the French Revolution.

    10 minutes here

  9. Place Saint Andre des Arts

    Stand on a square laid out in the 19th century near Boulevard Saint-Germain, close to the former site of the medieval city wall of Paris.

    10 minutes here

  10. Fontaine Saint-Michel

    See a fountain built in 1860–1861 featuring a statue of Archangel Michael defeating the devil, located at the southern end of Boulevard Saint-Michel.

    10 minutes here

  11. Rue de la Huchette

    Walk along a medieval street in the Latin Quarter that connects Place Saint-Michel to Rue Saint-Séverin and has hosted theaters since the 19th century.

    10 minutes here

  12. Eglise Saint-Severin

    Visit a church built between the 13th and 16th centuries that survived the French Revolution and contains Gothic architecture with 15th-century stained glass windows.

    10 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Paris

Meet your guide at the Place Saint-Germain des près near the Saint-Germain Church. Your guide will have an orange baseball cap.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Meet your guide at the Place Saint-Germain des près near the Saint-Germain Church. Your guide will have an orange baseball cap.

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
Local Tours Expert

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 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

The guide

6 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Value for money

2 mentions

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Traveler reviews

17 verified traveler reviews for Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Ellen_W · April 2026

Fantastic tour!

This was a great tour of the Jewish district in le Marais, and Montmartre. In Montmartre we stopped at the art school where Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and others painted and spent some time in front of the Sacre Coeur hearing some interesting stories. We recommend this tour.

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Stefan G · March 2026

Every memorable and informative experience.

We enjoyed our tour with Sanna. It was very informative. A wealth of information with lots of historical background that made you appreciate the locations we toured that much more. Sanna did an excellent job. She is very experience in giving tours and seems to be a natural for this position.

via Tripadvisor

adriancH6996XC · March 2026

Worth it!

Our tour with Morgan was 10/10. He is a true local and has hundreds of stories to share. This tour is definitely one of the best alternative tours in Paris.

via Tripadvisor

Nina_S · March 2026

Amazing experience

We had an amazing guide who told fun and funny stories and anecdotes about the neighborhood and made excellent recommendations. Loved the experience!

via Viator

Daydream41311061905 · March 2026

Exploring the old Paris!

This tour in Paris was the perfect way to discover more of this beautiful city and get away from the main tourist areas. Morgan is an excellent guide who was born and raised in Saint Germain. He passionately shared the history of each place we visited and gave us recommendations for things to do for the rest of the day.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$35 to $170
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
6
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 72

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
Review evidence (18% weight)40
Booking momentum (14% weight)31
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)90
Local standing (8% weight)71
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

How much does Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel cost?

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Prices start at $35 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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel 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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 17 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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel?

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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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel 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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel?

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Around 6 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 Old Paris Walking Tour: Explore Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel 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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