Mysteries and Legends of Paris

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Basic Information
Total time
2 h 30 min
Language
English
Price
„Pay what you wish” tours do not have a fixed price. It is up to you to evaluate your guide’s work and reward it. Some people give 10€, others 50€ depending on their satisfaction and abilities.
Meeting point
In front of the fountain Saint Michel. Look for a yellow umbrella.Go to map
Ending point
Les Halles, Place Saint Innocents
Additional info
Our tours run no matter the weather. High or low temperatures, rain or snow is not a reason for us to cancel our tours. We are always here for you. The only reason for cancellations are extreme weather conditions (like heavy storms…), guide's sudden sickness or no minimum number of people (5) to run the tour, but we will always let you know using the data you provided during registration for the tour.
About

They say that Paris is the city of light. That may be very true today, but the light was introduced to Paris quite late and in order to prevent its rebellious spirit from taking action. Before it all happened, the streets of Paris were shady and certainly not a place you would want to be alone after dark. Until today, in the bright and wide Parisian boulevards lurk old mysteries and dark secrets that are reluctant to come to the surface. Their world, a world of musty streets and crumbling hovels, has disappeared from the face of the earth, but it lives on in stories and tales. And those are the ones we want to evoke during this walk. Ghosts of the past will once again walk with us along the seemingly peaceful streets of the city. 


Are you ready to discover the dark, medieval face of Paris? Our walk will have two main themes. We will dive deep into the sphere of esoteric, magic and occult and tell you tales and legends too creepy and bloody to include them on the main free tour. You will learn stories of alchemists, mysterious characters associated with Paris like the man in the iron mask and the Templars, catacombs, the secrets of Notre Dame, murders, tortures, and executions. 


Join us and dare to step into the dark side of Paris, allegedly the city of lights.


During this tour, you will see and discover:



  • Mysteries of the Notre-Dame Cathedral

  • Legend of the Bloody Barber

  • Public Executions: Town Hall Square 

  • La congerie

  • ︎The tower of Saint Jacques

  • And much, much more


Meeting Point
In front of the fountain Saint Michel. Look for a yellow umbrella.

BOOKING RULES
Booking is obligatory. Walkative! free tours are designed for individual travelers and small groups. In the best interest of our visitors we aim to keep our free tours relatively small. Hence, we cannot accept parties of more than 7 people on our regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel in a party of 8 or more please choose a paid option or book a Private Tour. For more information please contact us.



Eva made the past of Paris come alive

Rated 5.0 out of 5
3 weeks ago

Eva was great at creating an atmosphere, and I felt like I got to see another side of Paris.

Ida

Dark and Bloody History of Paris with Ruben

Rated 5.0 out of 5
1 month ago

If you love magic and alchemy and everything to do with storytelling, I highly recommend the tour! I never would have known about all the hidden secrets underneath lovely and romantic Paris with Ruben. He was hilarious and engaging, and he makes historic events hard to forget. You will leave with a new appreciation when you walk the beautiful streets of Paris.

Jennalei

Great way to spend your evening

Rated 5.0 out of 5
1 month ago

Great tour by Ruben who was very friendly, passionate and enthusiastic. He told us some very interesting legends and he gave us recommendations about things to do in Paris in general. Definitely recommending it, if you want to do a fun activity, especially if you’re a solo traveller.

Andriana

Eva is a great storyteller

Rated 5.0 out of 5
2 months ago

We have done 2 tours with Eva over 3 days, she is amazing storyteller; I could listen to her all day. We loved it! Definitely will be doing another tour with her, if opportunity arises.

yeliz

Magical tour with Eva!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
5 months ago

With her whimsical storytelling, passion for history and clever humor Eva led us along a thin path between myths and historical facts. I absolutely recommend this tour if you want to see an alternative side of Paris that not many know! Go with Eva, she’s your knowledgeable expert on everything mystical and medieval!

Isa


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