Latin Quarter tour: The Panthéon, Rue Mouffetard, and the Best of the Left Bank
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What to expect
Explore Paris’ historic Latin Quarter on a 2-hour walking tour – discover iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and stories of saints, scholars, and revolutionaries.
Highlights
⭐ Rich Historical Context – Dive deep into stories of saints, scholars, and revolutionaries.
📚 Shakespeare and Company – Step into the iconic bookstore that inspired literary legends.
🏛️ The Panthéon – Pay homage to France’s national heroes in this grand mausoleum.
🌿 Rue Mouffetard – Wander through Paris’ oldest market street and savor its culinary traditions.
🏰 Historic Gems – Explore sites like Musée de Cluny, Arènes de Lutèce, and the Wall of Philippe II Augustus.
🕊️ Saint-Étienne-du-Mont – Visit the burial site of Sainte Geneviève, Paris’ patron saint.
🎧 Cultural and Culinary Insights – Discover history alongside Parisian culinary traditions.
💡 Perfect for Curious Travelers – Ideal for history buffs, culture lovers, and anyone exploring Paris’ Left Bank.
Description
📜 Step into the intellectual and cultural heart of Paris with this immersive 2-hour walking tour through the historic Latin Quarter.
From ancient Roman ruins to grand monuments honoring France's greatest minds, this tour offers a captivating journey through centuries of history, art, and culture.
Begin at the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookstore, a haven for writers like Hemingway and Stein.
Wander through the charming streets of the Left Bank, stopping at the Panthéon, where national heroes like Voltaire and Marie Curie rest.
Discover the Arènes de Lutèce, an ancient Roman amphitheater, and explore the Wall of Philippe II Augustus, a relic of medieval Paris.
Along the way, visit the Church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, home to the tomb of Sainte Geneviève, and stroll down Rue Mouffetard, Paris’ oldest market street, known for its culinary delights and historic charm.
The tour concludes at landmarks like the Grande Mosquée de Paris and the tranquil Jardin des Plantes, offering a perfect blend of history and culture.
What is included
🎧 Digital audio self-guided tour in English 🇬🇧
⚬ Lifetime access to this tour
What is not included
⚬ Entry to attractions along the tour
⚬ Headphones (consider use it for a better experience)
⚬ Mobile device (use your own phone)
⚬ Live Guide
Important information
Address
37 Rue de la Bûcherie, 75005 Paris
Starting Point
Shakespeare & Company Bookstore
Cancellation policy
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Reviews
RobinAug 09, 2024 • Verified customer
Wonderful tour. Very informative. Would recommend. Merci!
DebraJul 25, 2024 • Verified customer
While in Paris we used all of Annie's audio tours and can highly recommend them. The Latin Quarter was so interesting and much better than random wandering on our own. We shared wireless ear buds and were both able to wander a bit from the person with the phone.
Andrea BoothJul 21, 2024 • Verified customer
It was lovely to hear Annie guide me through the Latin Quarter after listening to many podcasts before my holiday to France. The information was interesting and the right amount. I went into some shops & bought some cheese, bread and Muslim sweets. I stopped and had a glass along the way as it was a beautiful afternoon. The final destination was perfect to people watching while I enjoyed the food I’d bought along the way. I would highly recommend. Thank you.
J RobertsJul 20, 2024 • Verified customer
We’ve never done a tour like this before and we loved it! We did get turned around a few times at the end but having the map available makes it easy to get you back on track. The mix of history nuggets and current culture was great. This took us 4 hours and we included visits at Saint Severin, the Cluny museum and the Pantheon (take the stairs to the top, worth it!) and a lunch. Thank you for giving us an experience we never would have gotten just wandering around on our own!
