Uncovering Hidden Paris: The Covered Passageways Tour

Shush! Don't tell anyone, it's a bit of a secret, but behind the tree-lined boulevards of Paris, secret passageways can be found! Transporting you back to 19th Century Paris! Picture the scene, high-class ladies, in their refinery enjoying the boutiques, restaurants and cafes of these hidden shopping malls. Jump forward, and it'll be you doing the wandering and window shopping. Listen to enchanting stories and enjoy a glass of wine. See Paris as it once was. These architectural wonders remain a secret (keep it just between us ok?) On the Right Bank close to the Louvre, you’ll find these charming passageways. Some still retaining the ambience of 150 years ago! You’ll be able to let your mind wander as your guide walks you through five of them. You'll hear stories of how life once was. You’ll visit a gourmet shop and enjoy a glass of wine. Jump back in time, just don't forget to bring your modern camera!

About your guide:

For Meeting the French, touring the Eiffel tower is 'old school'. They don't herd you onto a bus and have you driven to the famous sights. Oh no, they focus on intimate and original experiences which celebrate the French lifestyle and culture, helping you to see the real Paris. The city they call home.

Here’s the plan…

Travel back to a regal period in French history, where for the next 3 hours you’ll be taken on a guided tour of the charming passageways of Paris. The shopping malls of the 19th Century. You’ll be transported back to where bourgeois ladies, in flowing dresses and elegant gowns enjoyed window shopping.

Your guide will lead you through five of these passageways, telling you tales from the time to give you a truly authentic experience. Helping you to be able to evoke those romantic days as you wander through them.

As an extra bonus, your guide will take you to a gourmet food shop, where you will be able to enjoy a glass of wine as you sit and take it all in. An authentic taste of 19th Century Paris.