Saint Germain des Prés Walking Tour in Paris
Step into the Paris you have seen on screen. Explore the ancient church, legendary cafés, artistic landmarks, literary streets, and Revolution-era passageways of Saint-Germain-des-Prés with stories grounded in what guests can see along the route. There is a reason filmmakers, writers, artists, and
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 15 minMeet outside the church. When open, you will be able to enjoy a short independent look inside.
Stop 2
Pass byLearn about the legendary café. Explore writers and artists, such as Hemmingway and Picasso, learning how they used cafés such as this.
Stop 3
Pass byLearn all about this café and its place in Saint-Germain.
Stop 4
Pass bySee fragments connected with the former abbey and sculptures linked to Picasso.
Stop 5
Pass byExperience the transition from a busy boulevard to an intimate square. Museum entry is not included.
Stop 6
Pass byDiscover Saint-Germain's publishing and artistic culture.
Stop 7
Pass byMove through the narrow passage while learning about Marat’s presses, Tobias Schmidt’s work on the guillotine, Danton’s former home, and the surrounding culture of revolutionary ideas.
Stop 8
Pass byFinish at a precise, recognizable landmark on Place Henri-Mondor.
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this experience take?+
The listed duration is 1h 45m.
What's included?+
Included: Receive recommendations for cafés, restaurants, bookstores, galleries, and local boutiques.; Discover the Paris that has inspired filmmakers, writers, painters, and philosophers.; Learn about artists such as Picasso and writers such as Hemmingway and Balzac; Guided Tour of Saint-Germain-des-Prés with an expert, local tour guide; Begin at one of Paris’s oldest surviving religious sites. Not included: Meals; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Entrance to cafés, museums, or paid attractions; Personal purchases; Gratuities.
Where does it start and where do I meet the guide?+
Start: Meet outside the Église de Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Your guide will be holding a blue “Epic Tours” sign.
What is the cancellation policy?+
This experience is listed with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Check the exact terms on the booking page before you pay.
What suitability and accessibility information does the operator list?+
The operator lists the following: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Service animals allowed; Public transportation options are available nearby; Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
How many people can be on one booking?+
A single booking can include 1 to 15 travelers. At least one adult is required on each booking.
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