Arthur M.United States
Silvia was an incredibly knowledgeable and charming guide. It was a pleasure to spend the day with her.
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Private tour in Paris Silvia A
When in Paris, do as the Parisians do...
4.9
(18) reviews
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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Silvia A.
5.0
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Bonjour ! I'm Silvia. I'm passionate about art, history and I love everything about Paris. I live in the center of Paris and I know almost every corner of the city. I have been working as a tour guide for years and I have also been a destination manager for a tour operator. I do my best to use my expertise to guide my costumers and give them a unique experience in Paris. During my tours I tell many details and anecdotes about the places we visit, but at the same time I want my clients to feel like "real Parisians". I show a lot about daily life in Paris. I have been a "professional traveler" for years and I believe that the true meaning of a trip is to experience the real life of the city you are visiting. History, culture, food, I will do my best to make you discover all that with my visits, I am an expert guide, but also a friend, your friend in Paris. I will do my best to make your day in Paris an unforgettable one! - Certified licensed guide. License issued by the French Ministry of Culture and Tourism - MA in Foreign Languages - I have my drive licence but I'm not a driver guide, if you want I can arrange a car and a driver for the tour.
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Discover what is behind the tourist venues and experience the real Parisian life !
Overview of your Paris tour
Do you want to become a Parisian for a day? Do you want to eat Crêpes, Fromages and Baguettes like the Parisians do? Then this 4 hours walking tour is what you need. You will immerse yourself into the real Parisian life and you will discover its architectural delights away from the classical tourist venues. Bistros, Marchés, Restos. . . let's discover Paris together !
Recent Reviews
Owen T.United States
I gave Silvia 5 Stars but if I could give her 10 Stars I would. She is an All Star Professional all the way. This was our second tour with her and it was amazing! We have seen so much and learned so much about Paris, that we would have never seen or known without her. We loved our time with her and we look forward to our third tour with Silvia. She is awesome!
Kenneth C.United States
Silvia made us feel like Parisians!! She is outgoing, her English is outstanding and she reviewed our itinerary and made adjustments to our requests as the morning progressed. We have done many Tours By Locals and she is outstanding.
Peter B.United States
Amazing tour guide ! What an absolutely amazing experience we had with Silvia..... We went into the heart of Paris with her for a wonderful evening. It was magical to say the least. We saw all the major sites which was wonderful but going inside Paris to the local areas, eating local foods and getting to know the real Paris was an unforgettable experience. My entire family including 3 teens walked away in love with Paris and Silvia. If there was one tour in Paris to do this is the tour! Thank you Silvia and Thank you Paris!!
Christopher P.United States
Sylvia was an incredible host. When we go to Tours by Locals, this is EXACTLY what we are looking for. Someone who knows the area, loves the area, and enjoys sharing what they love about it. The private tour means we got the dedicated attention, guided directions, and wonderful overall experience. Our sites visited was perfectly wrapped around other tours and experiences we had planned otherwise. Lastly, I particularly apprciated she was a tour guide even in the vehicle because she hired a driver to get us around while she pointed out things.
Randy B.
This was an amazing tour. Silvia was instantly likeable and walking the streets of Paris with her was like spending time with a friend or neighbor. She took us through the many neighborhoods of Paris past tons of shops, she advised us about purchases, and offered her contact info if we wanted more information later in our visit. BE PREPARED TO WALK!
Your Paris tour itinerary
We'll explore the small alleys in the «heart of Paris», cafés, brasseries, boulangeries, markets. . . you will get to know the daily parisian life and you will taste the typical parisian food. We'll walk to «Les Halles», a modern shopping mall that once was Paris's central fresh food. We will stroll through the Montorgeuil neighborhood considered one of the liveliest in Paris, full of restaurants, brasseries, bakeries and lots of local food. We'll see then the Centre Pompidou, Hôtel de Ville and we'll enter the Marais, one of Paris' oldest quarters that once was a swamp and today is a dynamic living area with artists galleries and bars. We'll visit the « Marché des Enfants Rouges », Paris's oldest food market, situated in Haut Marais Feel free to contact me if you would like to customize this tour! **The tour mentioned here is a standard tour, the order of places visited may change depending on the starting point, but the places visited won't vary
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Transport details
Type: Walking
We will walk and we'll take the public transport
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Paris, Île-de-France, France
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
549252
Languages
English
French
Italian
Mandarin
SpanishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Paris best suited for?
This private tour in Paris is perfect for those who want to experience the real Parisian life beyond the typical tourist spots. It's ideal for travellers who wish to immerse themselves in local culture, enjoy authentic Parisian food like crêpes, fromages, and baguettes, and explore vibrant neighbourhoods. The tour is also suitable for families with kids, as it is kid-friendly.
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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