Spared from the massive renovations of 19th century Paris, the Marais retains the old-world charm of narrow streets, quiet courtyards and splendid medieval and Renaissance mansions. Discover cutting-edge boutiques and admire the café terraces where fashionable locals hang out by day and by night. Visit the traditional Jewish quarter, where you can taste the best falafel in the city, and don’t forget to check out some of the newest and best pastry shops in the city! Hear stories of jousts, love affairs, treason and revolution, as you stroll through some of the most delightful streets in the city. 

Dynamic and modern, yet steeped in history and overflowing with charm, the Marais is the perfect place to wander accompanied by an expert local guide, and soak up the atmosphere of contemporary and historical Paris.

Today Montmartre remains a delightful and typical quarter of Paris, proud of its history and inhabited by Monmartrois who remain passionate about their unique neighborhood. Explore tiny alleyways, evocative cobbled streets and quiet squares, discover a beautiful working vineyard and stroll along vibrant streets where locals shop for fresh produce in the many specialist boutiques and enjoy the lively café terraces.See the artist's square, where modern day artists still gather each day to paint and sell their works, and admire the spectacular views over the city from the foot of the Sacré Coeur. 

Join an expert local guide, and let them show you the real Montmartre - one of the best-kept secrets in the city. 

Here, revolutionary plots were hatched, philosophical and literary debates raged in the cafés, and stylish Parisians danced and made music in underground jazz clubs.The intellectual and artistic elite of Paris flocked here in the 1950’s, bringing together artists, writers, poets and musicians, and the crowded bars and clubs reverberated to the new music of Miles Davis and Sidney Bechet. 

Today it’s still lively and typical, home to art-house cinemas, art galleries, hip boutiques, bustling street markets and some superb places to shop and eat; a perfect place to stroll and soak up the very Parisian atmosphere in the company of an expert local guide. 

Today you’ll discover cobbled streets, quirky bookshops and lively cafés. We’ll take you to the very heart of this delightful neighborhood, past glorious outdoor food markets, tree-lined streets and pretty squares roamed by cats and stylish students. See the Sorbonne: founded in 1237, it’s one of the oldest and most famous universities in Europe, and the mighty Pantheon, guarding the remains of France’s most venerable men and women. Witness the ongoing restoration of the iconic Cathedral of Notre Dame as she turns the next page of her long history. The real Latin Quarter is packed with history and full of surprises.

Discover the delights of the charming covered passages. Full of tiny boutiques and cafés, chic Parisians have been shopping here since the early 19th century. These exquisite covered walkways are richly decorated, and today are still home to charming boutiques and brasseries, with their café tables spilling out into the passageways. 

Over 150 of these gorgeous glass roofed passages once dazzled both the French and their European neighbors, but now only a handful remain. You’ll be transported back in time as you explore these tiny marvels. 

We’ll also stroll through the gorgeous gardens of the Palais Royal, once a royal palace home to kings and queens, now the perfect place to escape the crowds. Just a stone’s throw away from the Louvre, it’s a hidden paradise – tranquil gardens surrounded by tiny boutiques and cafés. 

Your expert local guide will show you the gems of these secret places as you explore one of the most enchanting sides of Paris and discover some of the best places to shop, eat and relax in the city.