Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour
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Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $49 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (10)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $49 per person
Step into the shadowy side of Paris on this thrilling night tour, where mystery, scandal, and dark legends come to life. Stroll through eerie medieval alleyways, hear spine-chilling stories of haunted landmarks, infamous
What you get
- Visit key locations of the French Revolution’s bloodshed & the turmoil of the Paris Commune.
- Entrance and one Drink Voucher to the Dernier Bar Avant La Fin Du Monde
- 2.5 hour fully guided tour with an expert guide
- Explore eerie alleyways and hidden streets where Paris’ darkest tales unfolded
About this experience
Step into the shadowy side of Paris on this thrilling night tour, where mystery, scandal, and dark legends come to life. Stroll through eerie medieval alleyways, hear spine-chilling stories of haunted landmarks, infamous crimes, and untold secrets hidden beneath the City of Light’s glamorous façade. End the tour at the Dernier Bar Avant La Fin Du Monde, a haven for the bizarre, geeky and the wonderful. As twilight descends over the City of Light, a far darker Paris emerges—one of chilling secrets, scandalous intrigue, and sinister legends. On this tour, you’ll step into the shadows and uncover the hidden history lurking beneath the city's romantic façade as well as enter one of the most unusual Bars in the world. This immersive night tour is not for the faint of heart. It offers a rare glimpse into the scandals, legends, and ghostly whispers that have shaped Paris for centuries. Dare to walk the path of the doomed? Join us for Paris Darkest Tales—if you dare.
What's included
Included
- Visit key locations of the French Revolution’s bloodshed & the turmoil of the Paris Commune.
- Entrance and one Drink Voucher to the Dernier Bar Avant La Fin Du Monde
- 2.5 hour fully guided tour with an expert guide
- Explore eerie alleyways and hidden streets where Paris’ darkest tales unfolded
Not included
- Food
- Guide Tip
What you'll see and do
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The tour will start here where guests will be introduced to the Last Supper, Judas, the Weighing of the Souls, and the Original Cobbled Stoned Street.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Sainte-Chapelle
Guide will tell the story of Louis IX who served as king of France between 1226 and his death whereupon his body was buried in 3 different countries.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Conciergerie
Guests will hear all about the people imprisoned in the Prison including Marie Antoinette, Ravaillac. (he murdered King Henry IV) as well as the 1,000’s who entered its scaffold was the final stage also for Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, aristocrats, foreigners, revolutionaries, counterrevolutionaries, bourgeoisie, and peasants alike
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The Story of the incredible Menu will be shared in this location - during the Siege of Paris which included A Christmas menu, 99th day of the siege. Unusual dishes include stuffed donkey's head, elephant consommé, roast camel, kangaroo stew, antelope terrine, bear ribs, cat with rats, and wolf haunch in deer sauce.
10 minutes here
Pont Neuf
Tour guests will learn about the Statue of Henry IV, Execution of Jacques de Molay, The Knights Templar, Ile de la Cite Park
10 minutes here
Quai De Conti
Guests will learn about the Mona Lisa of the River Seine – the Most Kissed Woman in the World. Medieval beliefs that condemned woman as witches who swam.
5 minutes here
Pont des Arts
The tour group will learn about The Ghost of the Eiffel Tower & The Vampires that Seek to Drink the Blood of Pure Mortals. Following your expert English-speaking guide, you’ll weave through eerie alleyways and silent streets, visiting the very sites where Paris’ most haunting tales unfolded. From the sinister rituals of medieval times to the horrors of the plague, the bloodshed of the French Revolution, and the mysterious unrest of the Paris Commune, every dark chapter will be brought to life. Along the way, you’ll hear jaw-dropping stories of body snatchers, eerie disappearances, and infamous figures whose crimes and secrets still echo through the city’s past.
5 minutes here
Louvre Museum
Guests will learn about the famous painting hanging in the Louvre painted with the blood of a King will be revealed at this location
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Rue Saint Honore
It is here that The Gallows marked with the Wooden Cross-and the horrific public deaths including hangings, torture and the worst of all hung, drawn and quartered execution rituals took place
10 minutes here
Les Halles
The guide will captivate the group with tales of the Greek painter NONDA unrolled canvases and painted using the blood of cow’s spleen and charcoal as a solution to expensive materials. He became known among the local fishmongers and butchers who gave him fish to paint (and then eat) as well as liver and spleen. Much later, the spleen painting was to hang in gentrified private collections and exhibitions far from the wild and raucous bustle of the Halles.
10 minutes here
Fontaine des Innocents
Guests will learn about the Bizarre and Grotesque History of the Square des Innocents and its bulging walls of death, bodies and disease.
10 minutes here
The Murder of Henry IV and Ravilliac is revealed in great detail
5 minutes here
Not for the squeamish, this stop is sure to delight and disgust - Rats more Rats and that’s a Rap
5 minutes here
Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde
The tour will end at ‘Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde’ where guests will enter. Guests will receive a prepaid Voucher for a drink in the "The Last Bar Before the End of the World" a haven for the bizarre, geeky and the wonderful.
35 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time MEETING PLACE: Parvis Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris MEETING POINT: Meet the local guide directly in front of the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne equestrian Statue to the right of front of the Notre Dame Cathedral
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LetzGo City Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- Parents must be aware that this tour serves alcohol and that under no circumstances are children under 18 years of age permitted to drink or sample any alcohol during the tour duration.
- This tour is not suitable for guests younger than 18 years old.
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A True Crime Hit!
Becky delivered an awesome tour, detailing dark stories that generally go unheard, around some of Paris’ most notable monuments. Would highly recommend the tour to anyone looking to hear about the dark side of Paris, or just looking for something fun to do on a Parisian evening!
Response from the operator: Dear James, Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We're delighted Becky's storytelling brought Paris's darker history to life on the Paris Darkest Tales: A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour. It's one of our favourite experiences to offer for exactly the reason you describe — a fun, atmospheric way to spend a Parisian evening while discovering the stories most visitors never hear. Thank you again for the recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on another LetzGo City Tours experience in Paris, Dublin or London soon. Warm regards, The LetzGo City Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
We had a fantastic tour with Becky. She made the tour exciting and varied. She perfectly tailored the pace and duration of the stops to us. She was able to answer all of our additional questions and chose a good bar for the end. It was definitely the best tour we had in Paris.
Response from the operator: Dear guest, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're delighted Becky's storytelling and perfectly judged pacing made the Paris Darkest Tales: A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour the best experience of your time in Paris — and that she chose such a great spot to end the evening. Warm regards, The LetzGo City Tours Team
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Average
Lovely guide but it just wasnt very exciting. Didn't really see much just went for a walk and had landmarks pointed out to us.
Response from the operator: Jessica, Thank you for your feedback, and we’re glad to hear you found your guide lovely. We do, however, feel it’s important to clarify what this experience is designed to deliver. Paris Darkest Tales: A Night of Secrets, Scandals & Legendary Bar Tour is a 2.5-hour fully guided storytelling experience, where guests explore eerie alleyways and hidden streets while uncovering Paris’ darkest history — including medieval rituals, the plague, the French Revolution, the Paris Commune, infamous crimes, disappearances, and legendary figures whose stories shaped the city. This is intentionally an immersive walking tour, not an attraction-entry tour. The experience is built around expert-led narration, atmosphere, and location-based storytelling, culminating in a visit to Dernier Bar Avant La Fin Du Monde, where a drink is included as part of the experience. Guests on this exact same tour regularly highlight the depth and engagement of the experience: “So atmospheric — the stories were incredible and really brought Paris’ dark history to life.” “Way more than just a walk — every stop had a story and we were completely hooked.” “A unique and memorable experience — the guide made it fascinating from start to finish.” We appreciate that not every tour style suits every traveller, but this experience is very clearly designed as a narrative-driven, immersive night walk through Paris’ hidden past, exactly as described. Thank you again for your feedback — we do appreciate you taking the time to share it. Kind regards, LetzGo City Tours
via Viator
Great tour!
Riti was amazing! Loved learning history and walking around this beautiful city. Highly recommend for anyone coming to visit.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Riti. She has a special gift for bringing the history of this beautiful city to life, and we’re thrilled that her passion and storytelling made the walk so memorable for you. Thank you for the wonderful recommendation — it means the world to our team. We hope the rest of your time in the city was just as enjoyable, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back on another tour someday.
via Tripadvisor
Becky was great!
Becky was just amazing! Very knowledgeable and very accommodating to customizing the tour. We are so grateful.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Becky. She truly is amazing — knowledgeable, accommodating, and always happy to make the tour special for each guest. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind feedback to her, she’ll be delighted to know she made such a positive impact on your visit. We’re so grateful you joined us and hope to welcome you again on another one of our tours, whether in Europe or the USA — maybe even one of our authentic local food tours for another unforgettable experience! Warm regards,
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 10 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 Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar 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 Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar Tour?
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Around 4 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paris Darkest Tales A Night of Secrets and Legendary Bar 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 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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