Monumental Paris Evening Walking Tour: Concorde to Eiffel Tower View
Tour of 19th-century monumental Paris. We follow the Right Bank axis from La Madeleine and Rue Royale, through Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées, then cross to the Left Bank at Les Invalides, finishing at the Pont d’Alma with a view of the Eiffel Tower.
Basic Information
Total time
2h
Language
English (check the calendar for availability)
Price
Our “Pay What You Wish” tours don’t have a fixed price — you decide how much the experience was worth. At the end of the tour, please make a fair contribution that reflects your satisfaction and appreciation for your guide’s work. Most guests give between €10 and €50 per person.
Meeting point
Bassin Octogonal Nearest public transport: Musée de l'Orangerie Jardin des Tuileries metro station; Rue Cambon metro station
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Paris guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.
❗Our tours run in all weather conditions. High or low temperatures, rain, or snow are never a reason for us to cancel. We’re always here for you! The only reasons for cancellation are extreme weather conditions (such as heavy storms), a guide’s sudden illness, or if there are fewer than 5 registered participants. In such cases, we will always notify you using the contact information you provided when booking the tour.Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our “Pay What You Wish” tours are meant for individual travellers and small groups. Large groups (8 or more people) cannot join these tours, as they significantly affect the experience for others and the guide. For school trips, organised tours, or groups of friends, please book our paid option (18€ per person) or arrange a Private Tour. For more information or to schedule a group visit, please contact us directly.
About the tour
Join us on a journey through the elegance of Paris, where you’ll have the chance to witness some of the most iconic and breathtaking locations in the City of Light. Paris’s beauty and monumentality are truly impressive, and we’ll delve into its past during the 19th century, a time of great transformation both socially and architecturally.
On this tour, we will explore the rich history and architectural grandeur that defines Paris, discovering how the city evolved during a pivotal era. You’ll gain insight into the cultural and historical significance that shapes Paris today.
The experience will conclude with a memorable view of one of the city’s most celebrated monuments, offering a perfect end to your immersive journey. This tour also prepares you for an optional Seine River cruise, enhancing your connection with the City of Light.
Highlights
- 1
Madeleine Church
A stunning church originally designed as a temple to honor Napoleon and his army.
- 2
Place de la Concorde
Paris's largest square, a key site of the French Revolution, now symbolizing peace and harmony.
- 3
Luxor Obelisk
The oldest monument in Paris, an ancient Egyptian obelisk standing in Place de la Concorde.
- 4
Champs-Élysées Avenue
Walk along one of the world's most famous avenues, known for luxury and military parades.
- 5
Grand and Petit Palais
Architectural jewels built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, now serving as museums and exhibition halls.
- 6
Les Invalides
A historic military complex, famed for its golden dome and as Napoleon's final resting place.
- 7
Eiffel Tower View
An iconic, illuminated view of Paris's most famous landmark from the Pont de l'Alma bridge.
Map
Bassin Octogonal Nearest public transport: Musée de l'Orangerie Jardin des Tuileries metro station; Rue Cambon metro station
