Historic Left Bank Walking Tour in Paris
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The history of Paris spans at least two thousand years. This is a great way to discover two of Paris' most famous but also oldest neighbourhoods; Saint Germain des Pres and the Latin Quarter. We will introduce this buzzing and fascinating area whilst also visiting some of its oldest surviving moments, taking a trip through time to previous centuries and discovering all kinds of intriguing anecdotes along the way.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Eglise de St. Germain des Pres
Paris' oldest church in the heart of the left bank.
Cour du Commerce Saint Andre
In this picturesque court yard lies Paris' oldest restaurant.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Guides
Bottled water
Snacks
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Historic Left Bank Walking Tour in Paris
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
More than history; great historical celebrity stories
gbyyz2019,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly entertaining 3 hours! Ewan showed me around the big attractions on the left bank, but also delved into the arcane and lesser known: he pointed out the apartment where Joyce wrote Ulysses; the office where Ulysses was published; the bar where Hemingway refused to drink; the hotel where Wilde lived post incarceration and more. I very much enjoyed the vaguely gossipy side to these celebrity stories. Paris oh la la. Highly recommended!
Walking Paris with Ewan
Elizabeth B,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a wonderful experience discovering the city via a walking tour and with Ewan's historical knowledge and personable presentation.
Amazing Tour Guide on this walking tour, worth every step indeed! Pun intended☺️
Hkr88,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour was truly the highlight of my time in Paris! Exploring the Left Bank with such a knowledgeable guide like Yuan/Yuen felt like stepping back in time—every street, café, and hidden corner was brought to life with fascinating stories of history, literature, art, and culture. I loved how he combined historical insight with fun anecdotes, making the experience engaging and easy to follow. The small group size was perfect; it felt intimate, personal, and gave us the chance to ask questions without ever feeling rushed. Walking through the Latin Quarter, seeing the spots where famous writers and philosophers once gathered, and discovering hidden gems I never would have found on my own made the experience unforgettable. The pacing was relaxed, giving us time to soak in the atmosphere, take photos, and really appreciate the beauty of the Left Bank. If you want to experience Paris beyond the typical tourist sights and truly feel its historic soul, I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. An absolute must-do!
Thank You Ewen! Fabulous Tour
fionadH4989EH,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ewen’s tour was the highlight of our holiday! As we meandered through the Left Bank, not too fast and not too slow, he provided us with such rich and detailed commentary, building upon the smattering of an understanding we already had about Roman, Christian, medieval, revolutionary and modern life. I totally recommend this tour for a combination of fun, gentle exercise and knowledge building 🤗
Latin Quater TOur
johnrI7190GS,Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fun tour with a great guide who really knew his stuff, highly reccomened! Super interesting neighbourhood and Ewan was full of cool stories.
Quirky and insightful!
960alekseya,Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour with Ewan! easy going and very knowledgeable in all the quirky things about Paris that would likely be missed in a "more conventional" tour. 5/5
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