Paris Christmas Lights & Stories with Tastings on Champs-Élysées

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

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Experience the magic of Paris at Christmas with a walking tour that combines festive lights and delicious holiday tastings. Stroll the Champs-Élysées as it sparkles with holiday decorations, and hear stories of Parisian Christmas traditions from your local guide. Along the way, enjoy two gourmet stops: the spiced sweetness of Alsatian gingerbread and cookies at Fortwenger, and the refined indulgence of Parisian chocolates and a macaron at Maison du Chocolat. As you savor each treat, admire iconic landmarks including the Grand Palais, Pont Alexandre III, Les Invalides, and finish beneath the glowing Arc de Triomphe. More than just a walk, this is a festive journey into the flavors, lights, and traditions that make Paris at Christmas truly unforgettable.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers with severe food allergies (tastings may include nuts, gluten, dairy, or traces of allergens)

Visitors with limited mobility or difficulty walking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tasting of Parisian chocolates and a macaron at Maison du Chocolat

Tasting of traditional Alsatian gingerbread and festive cookies at Fortwenger

Stories and legends of Paris at Christmas told by a local guide

Guided Christmas walking tour of the Champs-Élysées Avenue Montaigne, and Arc de Triomphe

Views of the Grand Palais, Pont Alexandre III and Les Invalides

Gratuities

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What To Expect

Grand Palais

Begin your journey in front of the majestic Grand Palais, with its glass dome and Beaux-Arts façade. From here, admire the golden statues of Pont Alexandre III and the first sparkle of Christmas lights.

5 minutes • Admission Not Included

Pont Alexandre III

You’ll see theAlexandre III Bridge and Les Invalides glowing in the distance — a fitting place to start hearing how Paris became the “City of Light” at Christmas.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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