Marais District and Jewish Quarter Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the secrets behind Paris’s former royal neighborhood on this 2.5 exclusive guided walking tour of the Marais. Your guide will lead you through the tiny streets, courtyards, and mansions that make up this quintessentially Parisian district.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
This tour does not include entry into any synagogues, as access is restricted for security reasons.
What To Expect
Le Marais
Start by understanding the historic importance of the Marais, which once laid beyond the center of Paris. Today, it is at the heart of the city. Discover the Church of Saint Paul and Saint Louis before walking through the courtyard of the majestic Hotel de Sully. Continue experiencing the royal history of the Marais by exploring the pristine Place des Vosges, a public square with unparalleled beauty in Paris. Afterwards, move forward in time to learn all about the bustling Jewish community that put the Marais on the map through the 18th and 19th centuries. Wander the bakeries and boutiques of the Pletzl before strolling the shop-laden rue des Francs Bourgeois. All the while you’ll discover mansion after mansion, former homes to the nobility that once called the Marais home. Some are now museums, like the highly worthwhile Musée Carnavalet. The tour may also introduce you to both the Hotel de Ville, or City Hall, and the Pompidou Center, both architectural masterpieces from very different periods.
Eglise Saint-Paul Saint-Louis
We will start our tour by visiting the 17th century St-Paul-St-Louis church, which was built by the Jesuits after a design inspired by that of the Gesù church in Rome.
Options
Private French Tour
Private French Tour
Private Russian Tour
Private Russian Tour
Private German Tour
Private German Tour
SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max English
Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private English Tour
PRIVATEWALKINGTOUR;PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU;DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS;TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private Italian Tour
Private Italian Tour
Private Spanish Tour
Private Spanish Tour
What‘s Included
TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
DURATION 2.5 HOURS
TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
This tour does not include entry into any synagogues, as access is restricted for security reasons.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
189 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Little known & seen aspects of The Marais.
605murrayk,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Alastair, our guide, very knowledgeable & personable. Highly recommend him for any of his tours.
Book this tour with Sophia!!! Won’t regret it
Simonie L,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sophia L Is phenomenal! I did a tour with her (Le Marais District Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private) and it was fantastic! One of the best mornings I had on my trip to Paris. She made it so memorable. I learned and saw so much during our few hours together, and she gave me fantastic suggestions for the rest of the day. Will definitely try to find other tours that she is giving for my next trip to Paris. Would recommend to anyone traveling to Paris.
Walking tour of Marais
Trip21796250786,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria was a great guide for this area. She was very knowledgeable and also had the perspective of a person who is not from Paris originally. She shared both her passion for the area, its history, architecture and her personal experiences.
Sophie
Lisa C,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sophie was extremely knowledgeable and communicated interesting and factual information to a group of various ages, Excellent tour guide
Great tour
126bobv,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Georgia was fantastic. Can’t wait for another tour with her.
Marais comes to life
MLEW1211,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eden was a wonderful tour guide. Great overview of both the history and culture of the area.
Great history
Passenger66572593302,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sophia was knowledge and kind We had a wonderful time and learn
Strongly recomended
Kwansoo L,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Took the Marais walking tour with my wife and had Georgia as our guide. She was wonderful. High energy from start to finish, thorough, and a genuine wealth of knowledge about the neighborhood. The weather turned a bit rainy on us, but she didn't let it slow her down at all. She clearly knows the Marais inside and out, and we came away having actually learned the history and character of the area rather than just walking past pretty buildings. Strongly recommend. Ask for Georgia if you can.
Phenomenal Marais District and Jewish Quarter guided tour
betsymP5640FO,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Marais District and Jewish Quarter guided tour was amazing - an area so rich with history and beautiful architecture! Georgia was the best tour guide we’ve ever had - our entire group loved her - highly recommend!
Amazing La Marais experience
Mariola G,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Georgia did a great job telling stories and showing us significant historically sites in La Marais and Jewish quarters. Great pace of the tour, amazing stories. Highly recommend Georgia ! It helps that she is also very nice and chatty! Great experience!
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