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Paris Christmas Lights: Louvre, Champs-Élysées & Arc de Triomphe

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⌛ 3 hours👥 Up to 12 travelers🌐 EN

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Overview

✓Experience more than Christmas lights on this carefully designed evening walking tour combining Parisian history, festive traditions and delicious French treats.
✓Explore the beautiful Tuileries Gardens, historic Place de la Concorde and magnificent Champs-Élysées with a friendly local guide who brings Paris's royal and revolutionary history to life.
✓Unlike ordinary sightseeing walks, this experience includes a warming hot chocolate or alternative drink and one delicious French macaron purchased from Ladurée.
✓There's no baking class or workshop to attend.
✓Simply enjoy an authentic Parisian sweet treat while discovering the festive atmosphere of the city.

Experience more than Christmas lights on this carefully designed evening walking tour combining Parisian history, festive traditions and delicious French treats. Explore the beautiful Tuileries Gardens, historic Place de la Concorde and magnificent Champs-Élysées with a friendly local guide who brings Paris's royal and revolutionary history to life. Unlike ordinary sightseeing walks, this experience includes a warming hot chocolate or alternative drink and one delicious French macaron purchased from Ladurée. There's no baking class or workshop to attend. Simply enjoy an authentic Parisian sweet treat while discovering the festive atmosphere of the city. The experience concludes at the illuminated Arc de Triomphe, with an optional self-guided rooftop visit for spectacular night views. With evening departures and flexible booking options, this tour is perfect for couples, families and travelers seeking a memorable Christmas experience in Paris.

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What’s Included

✓Guided Christmas walking tour
✓One hot chocolate or agreed alternative drink per guest
✓Arc de Triomphe admission ticket (rooftop option only)
✓Guided walk along the illuminated Champs-Élysées
✓Guided discovery of the Louvre surroundings and Arc du Carrousel
✓Exterior views of the Petit Palais and Grand Palais

What’s NOT Included

✗Hotel pickup and drop-off
✗Additional food and drinks beyond the included treats
✗Personal shopping and Gratuities
✗Admission to the Louvre Museum and Musée de l'Orangerie
✗Arc de Triomphe rooftop admission (standard option)
✗Guided visit inside the Arc de Triomphe

What to Bring

•Public transportation options are available nearby
•Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Meeting and Pickup

🚐Meet at start point

📍 Meeting point / start

Meet up will be at Arc du Carrousel, Louvre

🏁 End point

Meet up will be at Arc du Carrousel, Louvre

Good to know

Guide languages: English
Children: Must travel with an adult
Ages: Infant 0–3 · Child 4–12 · Adult 13–99
Ticket: Upon arrival, please check in with the receptionist, who will be happy to provide you with further instructions and assist you with the next steps.
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Itinerary

Begin at the Arc du Carrousel beside the magnificent Louvre Palace, where your friendly local guide will welcome you. Stroll through the historic Tuileries Gardens, once enjoyed by French royalty. During the festive season, admire the Christmas decorations and discover the charming Christmas market when operating. Enjoy a warming hot chocolate or alternative drink as your guide shares stories of French kings and queens. Continue to Place de la Concorde, one of Paris's most historically significant squares. Discover fascinating stories of the French Revolution while admiring its Egyptian obelisk and elegant fountains. Then experience the highlight of the evening: the illuminated Champs-Élysées. Walk beneath sparkling Christmas lights and discover why this celebrated avenue is one of the world's most famous. Along the way, stop at Ladurée, the renowned Parisian pastry house, where your guide will arrange one delicious French macaron for you to enjoy. This is a tasting stop, not a baking class or workshop. Finish your guided adventure at the magnificent Arc de Triomphe

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