Paris Top 30 Sights by Metro Tour

Throughout, you’ll whizz between bustling neighborhoods, take in architectural marvels, and pause for a delightful lunch and snack break (not included in the tour price). Your guide will also share insights into Paris’s culture and offer local secrets, ensuring you’re equipped with insider knowledge to make the most of your Paris stay.

Paris Top 30 Sights by Metro Tour Description

Your 5-hour tour includes:

• Paris Metro ticket

• Comprehensive overview of navigating the Paris Metro

• Visits to over 30 iconic sights, including Moulin Rouge, Arc de Triomphe, and Louvre (full list below!)

• Expert, English-speaking local guide

• Personalized small group experience

Welcome to Paris!

Start your Paris Top 30 Sights adventure right where the action is—- at the heart of Montmartre. Here, you'll meet your guide and fellow travel companions and enjoy a brief introduction to the adventures ahead. Your guide will also introduce you to the intricacies of the Paris Metro, share information about the different train lines, and pass along tips for using the metro like a seasoned Parisian. By the end of the tour, you'll be navigating like a pro.

Explore by Metro

Now that introductions are out of the way, it’s time to head to Sacre Coeur, perched atop Montmartre's highest point. This basilica, with its iconic white domes, is a brilliant example of Roman-Byzantine architecture and beautifully contrasts the city’s Gothic architecture. While here, learn about the church's construction and why it was built as a symbol of healing for France after the Franco-Prussian War.

A short walk away lies the enchanting Place du Tertre. This welcoming square, with its bustling artist community, has been the creative epicenter of Paris for decades and attracted artists such as Picasso and Utrillo. Take a moment to soak up the bohemian atmosphere and perhaps even purchase a unique piece to bring home as a souvenir.

Next, it’s time to delve into the history of Bateau-Lavoir, a former piano factory turned artist residence and the birthplace of masterpieces by artists like Picasso and Modigliani. Nearby, you’ll also notice the Le Moulin Blute-Fin, one of the lesser-known but equally enchanting windmills of Montmartre, which adds a quaint, rustic charm to the Parisian landscape.

Lunch in Paris

Mid-tour, you'll pause from the hustle and bustle of the Paris city streets for a delightful lunch. Although the cost of the meal is not included in the tour, this break provides a perfect opportunity to indulge in the Parisian cuisine of your choice. Your guide will recommend a local spot or you're welcome to eat nearby independently.

Continue Your Paris Exploration

After lunch, your journey brings you to the imposing Arc de Triomphe, standing proudly at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. This iconic monument, commissioned by Napoleon, commemorates the soldiers who fought and died in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, and with the help of your guide, you’ll uncover the stories hidden among its decorated pillars.

Continuing your journey, you'll emerge from the metro near the serene Tuileries Garden. It's easy to feel like you've been transported right out of the city, thanks to the garden's quiet paths. And as you wander between impressive statues, perfectly trimmed hedges, and savor the scent of seasonal flowers, your guide will share glimpses into the park's past as royal gardens as you head towards the Louvre. Built as a fortress in the late 12th century, marvel at the current-day museum’s grandeur and iconic glass pyramid.

The next stop of your journey will bring you to sites such as Hotel de Ville and the Centre Pompidou, before making your way to Notre Dame. This renowned monument is known for its French Gothic architecture and soaring spires, making it one of Paris’s most famous landmarks. The final leg of your metro adventure brings you to the Eiffel Tower, which is the perfect place to wrap up your tour and appreciate what you’ve just accomplished in a few hours. With newfound confidence in using the metro, you'll be ready to continue exploring the city like a true Parisian. Au revoir!

Please Note: The order of stops and time frame for lunch may change depending on your departure time.

30 Attractions Included

Montmartre: Funicular, Sacre Coeur, Place du Tertre, Vineyard Montmartre, Bateau-Lavoir, Wallace Fountain, Mur des je T'aime, Rue Lepic, Le Moulin Blute-Fin, Moulin Rouge

8th Arrondissement: Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées

1st Arrondissement: Tuileries Garden, Place de la Concorde, Orangerie, Musee d'Orsay, Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Louvre

4th Arrondissement: Hotel de Ville, Pompidou, Pont Neuf, Conciergerie, Saint Chapelle, Notre Dame

5th Arrondissement: Saint-Severin Church, Saint Michel Fountain

7th Arrondissement: Pont de Bir Hakeim, Trocadero, Warsaw Fountain, Eiffel Tower