Private Tour
Private Sidecar Tour of the Hidden Gems of Paris
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Begin your tours in Paris with a thrilling sidecar adventure through Paris's lesser-known marvels. Our Left Bank Hidden Gems Sidecar Tour whisks you away from the typical tourist routes to explore the city's rich history and hidden corners.
Guided by experts with a passion for Paris, you'll dive deep into the stories and secrets that these unique locations hold. With the city's charm rushing past you, this tour offers an intimate look at the true essence of Paris.
HIGHLIGHTS:
1. Ride through the historic Left Bank in a vintage sidecar for a truly unique experience.
2. Explore iconic and offbeat sites like the Latin Quarter, the Panthéon, and Montparnasse.
3. Immerse yourself in local life and uncover the secrets of Paris with a friendly, knowledgeable guide.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travellers with restricted hip or knee mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Gloves
Blanket
Rain Gear
Helmets
Meals and beverages
Entry ticket to the monuments
What To Expect
Montparnasse
You will discover some of the highlights of immigration history on the Left Bank and find out what Crêperies and Prohibition have in common!
Pantheon
On the Place du Panthéon sits the Panthéon of Paris. However, the secrets that surround the name of the hill on which it sits are the focus of this stop! This visit will only take place from the outside.
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Private Sidecar Tour of the Hidden Gems of Paris
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful two hours of sightseeing.
I6337BSkeithr,
Sep 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic tour of some of the less known pieces of Paris. Who knew there was a Roman amphitheater! Stephen was a most knowledgeable guide, a very safe driver, and a lovely person.
Praveen took me to 4 stops that I hadn’t been to and with his knowledge of the areas, I understood more of Paris’ histor
D56PMlizt,
Apr 6, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00I had a brilliant time! My guide, Praveen, was great! So knowledgeable and kind. It was a very unique way to see beautiful Paris. Don’t miss this experience! Liz.
Amazing SideCar Ride with Fidel
riitoo,
Sep 2, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00A sidecar ride has many wonderful associations for anyone from India, like me. ( Google the song video 'Yeh Dosti' from the cult movie 'Sholay' ) And I also got to ride in one some donkeys years ago. So when I found this sidecar ride experience in Paris I booked it in advance. Special thanks to my super awesome host and storyteller - Fidel - who took me on the tour of the sights of the Left Bank of Paris since I had already visited the regular monuments prior. I enjoyed his driving, the experience of riding so close to the ground and yet feeling so perfectly safe. After checking out sights like the Pantheon, the Gardens du Luxembourg, Montparnasse and much more with stories about the immigrants, the American bistros and bars of Paris - my time flew by all too quickly. At the end of the ride Fidel had become an amazing friend. I'd love to come back and do more amazing sidecar rides with him. Thanks so much Fidel. God bless and God speed.
Fun and Interesting for the Entire Family
Asemler33,
Aug 22, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00How do you see this amazing and expansive city with a child who actively complains about walking and tours and museums? You sign up for a motorcycle sidecar tour! It has something for everyone in the family - thrills and amusement, sightseeing and history. My family and I loved the tour, and we all took turns rotating from a sidecar to riding on the back of the bike with one of our tour guides - Praveen and Fidel. It was fun to just ride through the streets, and we also got to some places I haven’t been before, like an ancient Roman amphitheater from the 1st century. I also learned some cool history about Montparnasse, the Pantheon and Les Invalides that I hadn’t known before. I would definitely do it again - looking to book a longer tour and/or one outside of Paris to experience the bikes on (what I perceive to be) quieter country roads.
Fun way to see the left bank!
VATraveler1221,
May 11, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun way to see a less touristy part of Paris! The kids loved the ride and the adults loved the history. Highly recommend!
Great for m/c lovers and perfectly fine for non lovers too!!
Roger W,
May 8, 2024
- Viator
5.00Simon is a great tour guide. He looked after us very well, especially as my wife was nervous at first but he got her smiling in the end. We learnt new things we didn't know about Paris also. Recommend fun tour of Paris.
Highly recommend - A unique perspective of Paris
650emilyz,
Dec 3, 2023
- Tripadvisor
5.00Txango Tours and Simon are great! This is a fun, unique and informative way to experience Paris. For those who have visited the city before, these one of a kind side car tour offers a new perspective to see the city.
An Easy Ride through the streets of Paris!
michaelcP4320UX,
Sep 7, 2023
- Tripadvisor
5.00Get your motor running head out with Txango tours and owner Simon Burke who made it an easy morning ride around the streets of Paris. From the first contact online to him turning up with Praveen the number two pilot at the designated spot it was a terrific experience. The Royal Enfield bike and side car was a great way to see the city. They wove in the well documented history with snippets and anecdotes. All the time making you feel comfortable and relaxed!
A memorable learning experience with Simon!
I2763QCkathyr,
Jun 17, 2023
- Tripadvisor
5.00This motorcycle excursion with Simon was highly recommended by my sister and her husband who went a few months ago. My husband and I had not heard of such a ride but booked it since purely on the fantastic report. The trip with Simon as the guide did not disappoint since he is a master history buff, educator and story teller! Being a teacher, it is important that I am learning while enjoying the sites! What a fantastic way to see the city and learn along the way! I will never forget this experience and would do it again in a heartbeat with Simon!
If you have time BOOK this tour!
Rob T,
Jun 10, 2023
- Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour with Praveen, who shared his extensive knowledge and wit with us about the lesser known and well know facts of Paris.
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