Daily: 01 Mar - 30 Sep & 18 Dec - 2 Jan
3.5 Hours
10am
Your tour meets at the exit of the Dupleix metro station (line 6), but this station will be closed in July & August. Please use the station La Motte Picquet Grenelle (lines 8 & 10) and walk to Dupleix. The street address is 69 Boulevard de Grenelle, 75015, Paris.
At the Dupleix station, exit right after the automatic gates. Your guide will be across the street in front of the pharmacy with a big green cross above its entrance, and you will see a bike with a flag on it that says 'Fat Tire Tours' with our logo.
The tour returns to the starting point.
Bicycle, bicycle. I Like to ride my bicycle, like to ride my bike. If you’re one of those who likes to use pedal power, then this is the perfect tour to ensure you get your cycling fix. Whether you are a Parisian veteran or a first-timer, you will gain a unique perspective and orientation of the city. Cycle by
The attractions covered by the tour are:
Enjoy as your guide talks you through the city’s landmarks. So even if you think you know the ‘City of Light’, prepare to learn something new. There’s no doubting, you’ll see the city differently.
About the Supplier:
Meet your guide at the aforementioned meeting point and begin your cycling tour of Paris accompanied by an English-speaking guide.
Highlights of the tour include :
• The Eiffel Tower: See the symbol of Paris, which was built for the World Exposition of 1889 and stood as the tallest building in the world until New York's Chrysler building in 1930.
• Napoleon's Tomb: Originally built by King Louis XIV, the tomb is now the resting place of Napoleon.
• The Louvre Museum: Originally built as a fort by King Philippe-Auguste in 1190, it is today one of the grandest museums in the world. The most famous works include the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and Winged Victory of Samothrace.
• Arc de Triomphe: Commissioned by Napoleon to honor his army’s victory, this monument is another symbol of Paris.
• Tuileries Gardens: The beautiful gardens in the middle of the city where you will stop for lunch at a café nestled underneath the chestnut trees (price not included).
• Musée D’Orsay: Originally a train station, it is now the museum of Impressionist paintings.
• Ecole Militaire: This is a vast complex of buildings housing various military teaching facilities.
• Les Invalides: The building houses museums and monuments, all relating to the military.
• Alexander III Bridge: This arch bridge spans the River Seine.
• Grand and Petit Palais: The Petit Palais is a museum which houses the Dutuit collection of Medieval and Renaissance paintings, drawings and works of art, and the Tuck collection of 18th century furniture.
• Place de la Concorde: The Place de la Concorde, which is the largest square in Paris, is situated along the Seine and separates the Tuileries Gardens from the Champs Elysées.
The tour ends at the point of departure.
Voucher Type: Paper
Child Restrictions: over 12 years of age must be able to ride a bike; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Weight Restrictions: Tandems reserved for guests less than 70lbs/32kg.
Always keep a photo ID handy for security checks.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.
All participants over 12 years of age must be able to ride a bike.
All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and carry proof of age documentation.
Trailers must be reserved and have a 2 child capacity with a combined maximum weight limit of 88lbs/40kg.
Babyseats must be reserved and have a maximum weight limit of 48lbs/22kg.
It was the best day of our trip to Paris. Our guide, Dave, was really knowledgeable and fun. We had a fantastic time and I would definitely recommend it if you have teenagers with you. Worth every penny and I would do it again! Thanks FAT TIRES for an amazing time!
unfortunatley it rained and we were soaked through, but it was a different and fun way to see Paris...
The best way to see Paris - highly recommended!...
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