Best Walking tours in Paris
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From the classic Place de la Concorde and Montmartre, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
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Discover Place de la Concorde, Paris's largest public square. Walk among the towering Luxor Obelisk, ornate fountains, and statues, taking in wide views toward the Seine and Tuileries Garden.
Discover Montmartre, the hilltop artists' quarter crowned by the Sacré-Cœur basilica. Wander its steep, winding streets and staircases, browse Place du Tertre, and duck into quieter lanes for a glimpse of the neighborhood's original bohemian charm.
Wander the medieval streets of Le Marais, one of the few Paris districts spared by Haussmann's redevelopment. Explore 17th-century mansions and Place des Vosges, then browse independent boutiques and galleries before diving into the neighborhood's lively nightlife scene.
Explore the Latin Quarter, Paris's historic student district on the Left Bank. Wander narrow streets around the Sorbonne, Panthéon, and Rue Mouffetard, browsing bookshops, cinemas, and casual restaurants amid a lively, youthful atmosphere.
Discover Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Left Bank's storied literary quarter. Wander past historic cafés like Les Deux Magots and Café de Flore, then browse the high-end boutiques and art galleries lining its walkable streets.
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Discover Montmartre's famous artists' square just beside Sacré-Cœur. Browse painters' sample portraits, pick a style you like, and sit for a personalized sketch or painting in the lively open-air atmosphere.
Step into Place Vendôme, an octagonal square framed by uniform stone facades. Wander past luxury jewelers and the Ritz, then admire the bronze column rising at the center of this quietly grand corner of Paris.
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Explore Parc des Buttes-Chaumont's dramatic hillside terrain in the 19th arrondissement. Wander paths past grottoes and a lake, crossing the suspended bridge for views of the cliff-top Temple de la Sybille.
Wander the cobbled pedestrian stretch of Rue Montorgueil in the 2nd arrondissement. Browse bakeries, cheesemongers, and produce stalls, then grab a café terrace seat to soak up everyday Parisian food culture.
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Stroll along Rue de Rivoli, one of Paris's grand arcaded streets. Wander under the covered walkways past shops, cafés, and souvenir stores as you move between the Louvre and Tuileries Garden, sheltered from the weather.
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Wander through the Paris Flower Market on Île de la Cité. Browse colorful stalls of bouquets, potted plants, and garden gifts while strolling between nearby sightseeing stops.
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Discover the Jardin des Plantes, Paris's historic botanical garden by the Seine. Wander tree-lined paths and flowerbeds, step into the Grandes Serres greenhouses, visit the Ménagerie zoo, and explore galleries on evolution, geology, and mineralogy.
Step into Le Passage du Grand Cerf, a light-filled 19th-century arcade tucked away from Paris's busy streets. Browse independent boutiques selling jewelry, home decor, and fashion beneath the tall iron-framed glass roof.
Discover Le Square des Peupliers, a hidden residential lane in Paris's 13th arrondissement. Take a quiet, leafy stroll past modest houses and greenery, far from the city's busier streets.
Discover Pont de Bir-Hakeim, Paris's photogenic two-tiered Seine crossing. Walk beneath the elevated metro viaduct, admire the cast-iron columns and ironwork, and line up an unobstructed photo straight toward the Eiffel Tower.
Discover La Petite Ceinture, Paris's forgotten railway turned urban wild. Wander overgrown tracks, spot old station remnants, and enjoy a quiet, green escape far from the usual tourist crowds.
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Discover the Coulée verte René-Dumont, Paris's elevated garden walkway built along a former rail viaduct. Stroll above the streets of the 12th arrondissement through greenery, accessing the path via convenient stairs or lifts from Bastille to rue Édouard-Lartet.
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Discover Canal Saint-Martin, a leafy waterway crossed by iron footbridges. Stroll the tree-lined banks, then settle in with drinks alongside the young, energetic crowd that gathers here on sunny days.
Cross Pont d'Iéna for one of the best walks in Paris. Stroll between the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro gardens, pausing on the bridge for open, unobstructed river views of the tower and Seine below.
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Explore Village Saint-Paul, a hidden network of courtyards tucked behind the Marais's busy streets. Wander between antique dealers and small galleries at your own pace, discovering a quiet oasis most visitors walk right past.
Explore Belleville, a hilly neighborhood buzzing with creative energy and cultural mix. Wander streets lined with street art and independent galleries, then climb Parc de Belleville for sweeping views over the city.
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Walk across Pont Neuf, Paris's oldest bridge over the Seine, linking the Île de la Cité to both riverbanks. Take in the river views, especially at night when lit up, and set off from here on a Seine river cruise.
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Discover Rue Crémieux, a car-free residential lane near Gare de Lyon. Stroll past rows of pastel-colored houses for a calm, photogenic detour away from Paris's busier boulevards.
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Wander down Rue de l'Abreuvoir, one of Montmartre's most postcard-perfect lanes. Stroll past ivy-covered houses, peek into small cafes and shops, and pass near the famous La Maison Rose along the way.
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Discover Butte Bergeyre, a quiet hilltop micro-neighborhood tucked above Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. Wander its calm streets past a small community vineyard and catch a surprising, unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower.
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Wander the Butte-aux-Cailles, a hilltop pocket of Paris that dodged Haussmann's grand makeover. Stroll narrow, low-rise streets lined with street art, then settle into one of the neighborhood's bars or bistros for an easygoing evening.
Explore Ménilmontant, a hilly patchwork of old Paris charm and immigrant history in the 20th arrondissement. Wander steep streets lined with street art and creative bars, then stroll on to nearby Père Lachaise or Belleville.
Discover Batignolles, a village-like pocket of the 17th arrondissement. Wander streets radiating from the leafy Square des Batignolles, browsing independent boutiques, bistros, and the organic market for a residential slice of Paris life.
Explore Place de la République, a sweeping pedestrian plaza at the crossroads of several Paris neighborhoods. Take in the bronze Marianne monument with its allegorical figures of liberty, equality, and fraternity, in a square known for public gatherings and celebrations.
Discover the Mouzaïa District, a village-like pocket of Paris hidden in the 19th arrondissement. Wander quiet private lanes lined with cottages and gardens, built over old gypsum quarries far from the usual tourist routes.
Paris · 🏛️ Landmark
Place de la Concorde
15 min
Paris · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Montmartre
2h
Le Marais
Latin Quarter
1h30
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Paris · 🧭 Tours
Montmartre - Let an artist portrait you
1h
Paris · 🛍️ Shopping
Place Vendôme
Paris · 🌳 Nature
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Rue Montorgueil
30 min
Rue de Rivoli
Paris Flower Market
Jardin des Plantes
45 min
Le Passage du Grand Cerf
Le Square des Peupliers
Pont de Bir-Hakeim
La Petite Ceinture
Coulée verte René-Dumont
Canal Saint-Martin
Pont d'Iéna
Village Saint-Paul
Belleville
Pont Neuf
La Rue Crémieux
Rue de l'Abreuvoir
Butte Bergeyre
Butte-aux-Cailles
Ménilmontant
Batignolles
Place de la République
Mouzaïa District