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Private tour in Paris Frederic B
The African Paris behind Montmartre
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Your Belgian Guide in Paris. I won't just show you Paris — I'll help you understand the French. I'm Frederic, a licensed guide and former Cultural Tourism lecturer at the Sorbonne. I moved to Paris from Belgium in 2012, which means I see the city as a local and as an outsider: I know where Parisians actually live, and I will explain to you why they do things the way they do. My private walks take you through Le Marais, Île de la Cité and more district under the radar, through stories of art, architecture, migrations and food. Every tour can be tailored to you. I don't do museums or the Eiffel Tower — plenty of guides do that very well. Rather, I'll take you where the real Paris happens. Tours in English, French, Spanish, and Dutch. 4.9★ from 31 travellers. My tours are perfect for curious minds, return visitors, and anyone who wants to connect with the real Paris. À bientôt ! Please note all my tours can be customized and adapted to your needs. - Licensed guide - 10+ years living in Paris - Masters degree in Translation (English-Spanish) - Masters degree in Social Communication - 10+ years experience teaching (English and Cultural Tourism at the Sorbonne University) - 5+ years experience guiding in Paris - Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 2 in wine - Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 1 in sake - Civic Prevention and Rescue Level 1
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Discover an Unknown Paris, Cradle of Migrations and Truly Contemporary
Overview of your Paris tour
Let's discover the secret streets of the 18th arrondissement, at the foot of the Montmartre Hill, where I used to live in my first Parisian years! Historically a district of migration, the Goutte d'Or has nowadays become one of the most authentic and liveliest districts in Paris, as well as one of the very few to somehow still resist gentrification. You can find there a multitude of nationalities and cultures that make the district manifold with an original and colourful bubbling mix nowhere else to be seen in Paris. Let me show you how the different waves of migration to France have created a unique district of culture and diversity, and discover the largest African open-air market outside Africa, the new flagships of Afropeanity, or even a workplace to recycle orphan socks!
Your Paris tour itinerary
WHAT WE'LL TALK ABOUT: African Migrations, Afropeanity, Cultural Diversity, Contemporary Artists ITINERARY: - Meeting at metro station Château rouge. - Go through the largest African open-air market outside Africa - Learn the recent history of the St-Bernard church - Discover stimulating fashion designers boutique - Visit a surprising and inspirational exhibition space dedicated to arts by international Muslim artists Note: This tour can be adapted to your needs and preference - Don't hesitate to mention them upon contact.
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Type: Walking
Walking tour - Wear comfortable shoes (no high heels)
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1 Rue Custine, Paris, Île-de-France, 75018, France
Meeting at metro station Château rouge, on the angle between rue Custinne and rue Poulet
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