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Podcast Tour Paris The Bloody Path of the French Revolution
Step beyond the sanitized history books and plunge into the visceral, paranoid, and idealistic reality of the French Revolution. On this immersive walking tour, you will trace the exact footsteps of mobs, monarchs, and martyrs. From the phantom outline of the Bastille to the blood-soaked stones of the Place de la Concorde, discover how elegant Parisian streets hosted the birth of modern democracy—and the terrifying climax of the Reign of Terror. Listen closely; the echoes of the guillotine and t
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Overview
- ✓Step beyond the sanitized history books and plunge into the visceral, paranoid, and idealistic reality of the French Revolution.
- ✓On this immersive walking tour, you will trace the exact footsteps of mobs, monarchs, and martyrs.
- ✓Listen closely; the echoes of the guillotine and the cries for liberty still linger in the air.
Step beyond the sanitized history books and plunge into the visceral, paranoid, and idealistic reality of the French Revolution. On this immersive walking tour, you will trace the exact footsteps of mobs, monarchs, and martyrs. From the phantom outline of the Bastille to the blood-soaked stones of the Place de la Concorde, discover how elegant Parisian streets hosted the birth of modern democracy—and the terrifying climax of the Reign of Terror. Listen closely; the echoes of the guillotine and the cries for liberty still linger in the air. - A 6.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 166 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Power, Protest & Civic Spaces - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
Step beyond the sanitized history books and plunge into the visceral, paranoid, and idealistic reality of the French Revolution. On this immersive walking tour, you will trace the exact footsteps of mobs, monarchs, and martyrs. From the phantom outline of the Bastille to the blood-soaked stones of the Place de la Concorde, discover how elegant Parisian streets hosted the birth of modern democracy—and the terrifying climax of the Reign of Terror. Listen closely; the echoes of the guillotine and the cries for liberty still linger in the air. - A 6.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 166 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Power, Protest & Civic Spaces - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
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What’s Included
- ✓Verified facts woven into an engaging story
- ✓Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
- ✓Precise navigation between the stops
- ✓Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Meet at start point
📍 Meeting point / start
From Paris's main station, take local public transport toward Place de la Bastille. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Place de la Bastille, Paris, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
🏁 End point
From Place de la Concorde, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Paris's main station. The departure point is Place de la Concorde, Paris, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Guide languages
- German, English
- Ages
- Youth 13–17 · Adult 18–99
- Ticket
- Immediately after booking, you'll receive a voucher ID with a QR code from Viator. Simply scan the QR code in our "Red Thread: Discover Home" app (available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play), and you'll be redirected to your booked tour and can get started right away.
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
10 min
The phantom footprint of the fortress where the Revolution ignited.
10 min
The headquarters of the radical Paris Commune and the site of early executions.
10 min
The central prison of the Revolutionary Tribunal, known as the antechamber to the guillotine.
10 min
A hidden alley where radical journalism and the guillotine were born.
10 min
The elegant gardens where a fiery speech sparked the storming of the Bastille.
10 min
The site of the Tuileries Palace, where a violent massacre ended the French monarchy.
10 min
The grand square that served as the epicenter of the Reign of Terror.
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