Parisian Covered Passages with private guide
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Is Parisian Covered Passages with private guide worth booking?
Parisian Covered Passages with private guide is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $250 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $250 per person
Plongez dans l'atmosphère enchanteresse des passages couverts lors d'un tour touristique privé à travers les joyaux cachés de Paris. Parcourez ces galeries historiques, témoins du Paris du XIXe siècle, où l'architecture
What you get
About this experience
Plongez dans l'atmosphère enchanteresse des passages couverts lors d'un tour touristique privé à travers les joyaux cachés de Paris. Parcourez ces galeries historiques, témoins du Paris du XIXe siècle, où l'architecture élégante et les boutiques pittoresques captivent l'imagination. Découvrez l'histoire fascinante de ces passages, des lieux de rencontre pour les flâneurs, les artistes et les écrivains de l'époque. Imprégnez-vous de l'ambiance unique de chaque passage, des lustres étincelants aux pavés usés, et laissez-vous séduire par le charme intemporel de ces havres de paix au cœur de la ville. Avec un guide dédié à votre service, explorez ces trésors cachés à votre rythme, découvrant les anecdotes et les secrets qui se cachent derrière chaque façade. Une expérience immersive qui vous transportera dans le Paris d'autrefois, où le passé et le présent se rejoignent dans une harmonie envoûtante.
What's included
Included
- Local guide or licensed guide.
- Guided Tour of 2 hours.
- Free entrances during the tour.
Not included
- Transfers.
- Food / Drink.
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Place Colette
Place Colette is a famous place in Paris which comes from history and kept living with its name and localisation but also for its atmosphere which makes it more lively.
15 minutes here
Galerie Vero-Dodat
Located close to the Louvre Museum, The Véro-Dodat Gallery is one of the few covered galleries in the area. You will discover its beautiful covered galleries which makes it a true haven of peace, with a very parisian charm.
15 minutes here
Domaine National du Palais-Royal
The Galleries of the Palais Royal near the Musée du Louvres are the most historical galleries you will see in Paris with its beautiful but also vintage atmosphere.
15 minutes here
Galerie Colbert
The Galerie Colbert is a 19th-century covered apassage in the heart of paris, knon for its elegant glass dome and neoclassical architecture. Today it houses cultural institution and remains a quiet and refined spot.
15 minutes here
Passage des Panoramas
An historical place, the Passage des Panoramas is considered to be the first covered passage in Paris, built in 1799. You will get to see and discover its old decorations that are still present to this day.
15 minutes here
Passage Jouffroy
The Jouffroy Gallery is a covered passage based between the Boulevard Montmartre and rue de la Grange-Batelière. It is an important site of technological evolution from the 19th century as it is the first covered passage built entirely with steel and Glass.
15 minutes here
Passage Verdeau
The Passage Verdeau, based in the district of the Grands Boulevards, is one of the most charming covered passages of Paris. Its beautiful storefronts flooded with light makes it a place of attraction for every visitors.
15 minutes here
Galerie Vivienne
The Galerie Vivienne is one of the most emblematic parisian galleries. You will look up to appreciate the beautiful canopy that lets in the light and admire its beautiful mosaics with colorful patterns while looking at its french typical shops based inside of the gallery.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Your guide will wait you at Place Colette, 75001. Please come 10 minutes before the departure time. In case of emergency, please call at this phone number : +33 7 50 64 13 16
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end in the Passage Verdeau near Grands Boulevard, 75009.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- My Visit Experience
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Parisian Covered Passages with private guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Covered passageways visit without the actual tour
I went on this tour 3 years ago and found it charming. I am in Paris with my family and wanted to treat my adult children and their spouses to a private tour. The guide Bruno told us little to no history of the area. I got the feeling that he didn’t know it at all. He kept pointing out that there are now shops and restaurants there. Yes we saw that and if we had walked around alone it would have been about the same amount of information that we got. This private tour cost $275.00. It wasn’t cheap. My family member all left but I stayed till the end. Fumo ended the tour 1/2 earlier than what was promised.
via Tripadvisor
Finding the Passages
Guide Bruno was knowledgeable and thorough with his tour. He took my husband and I through many different covered passages.
via Viator
Discovering the magic of Parisian passages
Excellent tour with Sofia, who provided us with a lot of information as we went through those passages full of stories and magic in an entertaining way. It was very fun and interesting the tour. I never imagined those galleries hid so many treasures inside. Sofia was super friendly and warm with her guide. Super recommend! Thank you very much
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Parisian Covered Passages with private guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Parisian Covered Passages with private guide cost?
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Prices start at $250 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 Parisian Covered Passages with private guide 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 Parisian Covered Passages with private guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Parisian Covered Passages with private guide?
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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 Parisian Covered Passages with private guide 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 Parisian Covered Passages with private guide?
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Around 1 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 Parisian Covered Passages with private guide 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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