Top Île-de-France Audio Guides

Leave the tourist trail behind on this self-guided podcast tour as you uncover this lesser-known Parisian gem, a hub of architectural, artistic and cultural significance. We want to make every experience as captivating as possible, which is why our immersive audio guides are just like podcasts: engaging, quirky and lively. The audio guide begins by leading us through the breathtaking Chapel on a journey back in time to study the relics of Christianity, as well as the artistic and architectural genius that holds the chapel together. We'll pause at the Palais de Justice courtyard to trace this area's history, its roman lineage, and the events it has witnessed through time. Continue onwards to the famous Tour de l'Horloge, a gift for the people of Paris, and wrap things up with a magnificent view of the medieval remnants of the Palais de la Cité. Our interactive digital audio guide can be downloaded anytime directly onto your smartphone!

Make sightseeing in the French capital easy with a Big Bus tour of Paris. Enjoy the convenience of hop-on hop-off access at any stop along the route, and soak in the views from an open-top, double-decker bus. See sights like the Louvre Museum, Moulin Rouge cabaret club, and the iconic Eiffel Tower as you listen to informative audio-commentary, available in 11 languages.

Finding your way around Paris doesn't need to be challenging, thanks to this hop-on hop-off bus tour. You have the option of one, two, or three days of double-decker bus access, covering various routes with stops at most of Paris’s most important museums, attractions, and shopping areas. And with your ticket, get all sorts of freebies, including walking tours and on-board audio guides with narration in multiple languages.

Discover the beauty of Paris with this comprehensive Hop-On-Hop-Off tour. Choose from 4 routes with 38 stops all over the city. Set your own pace and hop off at major attractions like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysées, and Montmartre, spending as much time as you like in each place. Opt for a 1.5-hour night tour to see the sights of Paris illuminated.

Make more of your visit to Mont Saint-Michel with this guided sightseeing tour, where you can explore the coastal wonder with a guide, and learn all about this Normandy landmark. After included travel from Paris, you embark on an adventure at this UNESCO World Heritage Site with an included stop at an abbey, and a guided tour through the medieval town. You can take your time to explore at your own pace, admire the views of the bay, and enjoy a scenic ride to and from Paris.

Get a front-row peek at some of the most renowned landmarks in Paris during this Seine River cruise, which takes you right past the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay, and Notre-Dame cathedral. Listen to audio narration available in 14 languages as you ride. Tours include a complimentary crepe at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, either before or after your cruise.

Gain admission to more than 75 top Paris attractions with the Paris Pass — a flexible sightseeing package that lets you access the best the French capital has to offer, such as the Eiffel Tower, Palace of Versailles and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy entrance to Parisian showstoppers like the Louvre Museum, and Centre Pompidou with the included Paris Museum Pass. Make the most of a 1-day hop-on hop-off Big Bus sightseeing tour, a Bateaux Parisiens river cruise, and other unique Parisian experiences including French wine tasting. Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit.

Create beautiful lasting memories of your vacation during a private photo shoot in Paris. Let a professional photographer guide you toward some of Paris' most gorgeous backdrops or ask him or her to capture candid moments as you venture through the city on your own path. Feel like a celebrity with a photographer on your tail, and receive an email with between 130–150 high-quality images after your photo shoot. It's an especially wonderful way to commemorate a special occasion, but is also a great way to get unique family portraits.

While in Paris, visit the atelier of a world-renowned hat maker and personalize your own creation. This 3-hour workshop lets you experience true Parisian craftsmanship and have something unique to take home as a remembrance. Observe traditional handcrafted techniques then choose the color, shape, and accoutrements, all made to measure.

Visit the Ile de la Cité and the Latin Quarter with a local guide on a 2.5-hour, small-group walking tour that explores one of Paris’ oldest and most atmospheric neighborhoods. Trace Parisian history from ancient Roman ruins to the romance of the ‘Lost Generation,’ while following cobblestone streets past some of the city’s key landmarks.

Take in the highlights of France’s national art collection with a private tour of the Orsay Museum, one of Paris’s most popular museums. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance and follow your guide on a tour of the museum’s extensive exhibitions. Admire the striking museum building; learn about impressionist, post-impressionist and Art Nouveau styles from your expert guide; and see masterpieces like Monet’s ‘Blue Water Lilies,’ Cézanne’s ‘Apples and Oranges,’ and Renoir’s ‘Montmartre.’

Short on time in Paris? This express city tour by comfortable coach introduces you to Paris’ world-famous attractions in just a few hours. Choose from several departure times throughout the day, and enjoy a convenient way to see major sights like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Pont Neuf, Place de la Concorde and more.

Explore the heart of Paris on a guided Segway Tour. Travel through the city's center on a two-wheel self-balancing electric vehicle, navigating narrow pathways and along the river bank and taking in many historic landmarks as you go. Marvel in awe at the Eiffel Tower, meander past the sculpture-filled garden of the Rodin Museum and glide through the Place de la Concorde. Your guide will share facts and details about each place as you go. This small group tour is limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience.

Make your visit to Versailles truly special on a helicopter tour from Paris. See the most popular attractions in the Paris area from the air, including the Seine River, Bois de Boulogne, and of course the Palace of Versailles. Land not far from Versailles for a drink (included) and pose for pictures in front of the helicopter. During the return trip to Paris, fly over sights such as Montparnasse, Trocadéro, La Défense, and get distant views of the Eiffel Tower. Select either a morning, afternoon, or evening departure.

This small-group tour lets you discover the historical delights of Île de la Cité, one of Paris' most beautiful locations. You have skip-the-line access to Sainte-Chapelle with a guide to explain the historical significance. Tour the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral and learn about its restoration work. Bonus: view Paris’ magnificent landmarks from the vantage point of the Seine River with a flexible cruise ticket.

Get a bird's-eye view of Paris and its surrounding villages with this hour-long private flight. Your pilot will take you high over the city, passing over the chateaus of Versailles and Fontainebleau. You'll also have a headset so that you can communicate with your pilot and ask questions along the way.

Get the whole family engaged in the treasures of the Louvre during this 1.5-, 2-, or 3-hour private tour. Tailor the itinerary to the needs of your family, depending on time available, ages and interests of the family members. Skip-the-line privileges ensure less waiting in long ticket lines.

On this unique, attraction-packed ride through the City of Lights, you’ll discover top locations in Paris by vintage sidecar motorcycle. A glass of bubbly is included with each ride, so you can sit back and relax with a loved one as you hit the capital’s must-see sights, from the Louvre and Place Vendome to the Moulin Rouge and the Eiffel Tower. Hotel transfers are included.

See many noteworthy sights of Paris in one day, including skip-the-line access to the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. With a guide, tour Montmartre and the Latin Quarter. At the Eiffel Tower, head up to the second level for views of the city. A ticket for a Seine River cruise is also included on this small-group sightseeing tour of Paris.

This informative tour is an excellent pick for travelers interested in learning about World War II history and the significant events of the Normandy landings in 1944. Instead of doing comprehensive research, save time and go on a private tour to a selection of important sites. Visit Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the Overload Museum, and the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial; and along the way, see tanks, bunkers, bomb craters, and rare military artifacts.

Travel back to the most important days of battle—without skimping on comfort—during this private, full-day tour of Normandy. Enjoy front-door pickup from your Paris hotel in a climate-controlled minibus, and put the war in context with stops at Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery. Tours include a savory lunch at a 13th-century manor house and a visit to a high-tech museum dedicated to D-Day.

There are few palaces as world-famous as Versailles, but with some 10 million annual visitors, you could spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. This half-day tour from Paris ensures a hassle-free experience with round-trip train transfers from the city, skip-the-line entrance, and a guided tour of the staterooms, palace gardens, and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected).

History enthusiasts won’t want to miss this trip to the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy. This private tour makes it easy to visit from Paris for a day. Visit some of the most significant World War II sites in Normandy, especially those with a US connection. The itinerary is customizable but usually includes Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, Arromanches, and more.

Thrill-seekers that want a more exciting way to explore Paris shouldn't bother with a typical sightseeing tour, or neighborhood walking tour. Instead, feel the wind in your face as you explore with this private motorcycle sidecar adventure, with a guide to whisk you around Paris. Highlights include riding through several of Paris' most vibrant neighborhoods—including Montmartre, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and the Latin Quartier—and a custom itinerary, so you can see what you want.

Take to the skies over Fontainebleau during a 1-hour hot air balloon ride. Enjoy the whole 3-hour experience, from inflating the balloon to the post-flight toast, as well as the views of the countryside from the balloon. Watch the forest drift by below you and keep an eye out for wildlife.