Things to do in Paris

Things to do in Paris

Top 10 Things to do in Paris

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    The 10 Tastings of Paris

    850 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | Paris

    Ready to taste the best food in Paris? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Paris.

    €109.41per person
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    Explore the Louvre with a Local Guide

    492 reviews
    2 hours | skip the line tours | Paris

    Unveil the mysteries of the Louvre and get the most out of your visit on this enriching tour! Get to know everything about this magnificent attraction with the insights provided by a local expert.

    €85.18per person
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    The 10 Tastings of Paris: Montmartre

    408 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | Paris

    Ready to taste the best food in Paris? Join your foodie host for a food tour in Montmartre and satisfy your cravings for local food, culture, and city highlights. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Paris.

    €109.41per person
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    Full Coverage Paris City Tour

    2086 reviews
    5 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Paris, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Paris.

    €81.39per person
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    The History of Paris: Notre Dame & Latin Quarter Tour

    2352 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Curious to know more about Paris’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Paris from a local perspective as you learn about Notre Dame & Latin Quarter.

    €44.29per person
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Paris

    633 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Want to see the best of Paris? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Paris!

    €54.14per person
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Ile de Cité & the Left Bank

    2162 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Want to see the best of Paris? It’s all waiting in Ile de Cité & the Left Bank! And as in every Withlocals experience, the real excitement is the hidden gems of this area. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour in undefined, so you can say: I experienced the real Paris!

    €50.35per person
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    A Magical Evening in Paris: City Tour

    317 reviews
    2.5 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    As the sun sets, Paris lights up, the heat of the day fades, and the tourist crowds start to thin out. This is the time to enjoy the city at its atmospheric best on a private tour with a local! Take in glittering highlights and the local ambiance that only the evening brings out in Paris.

    €36.91per person
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    Withlocals Your Way! - Paris City Tour

    137 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Did you know that the Paris tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €53.76per person
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Montmartre

    179 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Paris

    Want to see the best of Paris? It’s all waiting in Montmartre! And as in every Withlocals experience, the real excitement is the hidden gems of this area. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour in Montmartre, so you can say: I experienced the real Paris!

    €61.14per person
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All Things to do in Paris

Explore Paris with a local of your choice

Learn about their personal stories, and find out how you can explore Paris together

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    Bibiana
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    Livia
    Certified guide and passionate storyteller
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    Paolo
    The Gourmet Art Historian
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    Sophie
    The History & Art Buff
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    Paul
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    Jérôme (Jay)
    The Comedian Adventurer
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    Giedre Izabele
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What other travelers love about our local experts

Mack
About local
27 July 2025
Fantastic Afternoon

We had an excellent time with Carlos Hernan. He did a great job tailoring the walk to our interests, including those of my 6-year old son.

Withlocals Your Way! - Paris City Tour
Mark
About local
26 July 2025
Phenomenal experience superior guide

We scheduled this tour as both A birthday celebration and a bonjour Paris celebration. Being amateur cooks we were curious to see Paris from the viewpoint of local. The tour was more than we could’ve asked for. The food experience was wonderful, but the best part of all was our tour guide Gelsomina. She is incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and was able to provide not only food related information, but history and culture. A wonderful experience. Think she should have her own TV program to promote Paris and Parisian food. Would highly recommend to anybody interested in food, history, culture, and general knowledge. Definitely a high point of our entire trip.

The 10 Tastings of Paris
Kerrie
About local
26 July 2025
Wonderful experience

Welly is very knowledgeable and easy to understand, thank you Welly for our amazing morning

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Paris
Lorelle
About local
25 July 2025
Wonderful tour of Paris

We’ve been to Paris a few times before, but our private walking tour with Carlos gave us a completely fresh perspective. He took us to hidden corners and lesser-known gems we had never discovered on previous visits. Carlos was fun, engaging, and easygoing, with a great smile and a warm energy that made the day truly enjoyable. He tailored the tour to suit our interests and pace, making it feel completely personal. Along the way, he shared fantastic recommendations for restaurants, museums, and galleries to check out during the rest of our stay — tips that turned out to be spot-on. It was a perfect introduction to Paris, both for first-timers and seasoned visitors. Highly recommended!

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Our top picks for things to do in Paris

  • Enjoy a French homemade meal

    Ready for a truly local taste of the Parisian cuisine? A homemade meal is the best choice out there! Your host will help you try out the most amazing French dishes according to your own taste buds! Whether you love a cozy dinner or a fancy gastronomical experience, one of our local host can make it happen for you!

    Try out a delicious croissant for breakfast, some Mousse au chocolat or a the famous “foie gras”! Besides the yummy food, you’ll get to enjoy the company of your friendly host and some great conversations about the Parisian lifestyle and awesome things to do in Paris.

  • Go to the hip Marais district with a local

    You need to add at least one cool district in your things to do in Paris list! Le Marais is our favorite pick and we assure you it will also be yours! Your host will help you discover why this area is so known for being the heart of contemporary art, history and hip new brands! They’ll make sure you learn more about how locals enjoy their time here and how you can also join them!

    Right after the revolution, the area was abandoned by the rich residents and became the best spot for artists, bohemian souls and all types of free spirited individuals. That’s why even now the district has such a unique vibe. Learn more about if from you private guide and have lots of fun there!

  • Discover the art of Parisian shopping

    Paris is one of the best places to go shopping in the world! You can find anything from luxury brands, designers concept stores, vintage boutiques and markets! But how will you be able to choose from all these options? WIth the help of your local host of course! They’ll show you the best spots where you can shop away, all depending on your own personal preferences.

    Having a private shopping experience means that your local guide will help you find exactly what you’re looking for and give you tons of insights on the Parisian street style! Chat along with them about what are the current trends and what are the cool things to do in Paris in the eyes of a local!

  • Experience the Montmartre district like a local

    When going to this amazing city, Montmartre will surely be on your list of things to do in Paris. No one wants to miss the stunning views from the Sacre-Coeur. The best way to discover all the hidden parts of the district, besides the main views, is to have a private local guide with you. They’ll make sure to tell you stories about this beautiful area and why it got so famous.

    Take a photo at the Love Wall and find out unique historical facts about the local artists, which you’ll see there. There are also lots of cafes and restaurants there, so you can also have a stop on your way to grab a bite of some delicious French dishes. Your host can advise you on which are the best places to do that. Let them make this visit truly worthwhile!

  • Visit the beautiful Notre Dame

    It comes as no surprise that despite the recent devastation that struck Notre Dame and the French people, the iconic cathedral is still standing. Notre Dame has always been symbolic of France, and its refusal to surrender to the fire only emphasizes that famous French resilience.

    Sadness was felt worldwide but no more so than by the Parisian locals. Join a local host on a tour of Notre Dame. They can give you historical insights about the cathedral, explain how it became the inspiration for the popular “Hunchback of Notre Dame” story, and share with you the inspirational manner in which the people of France are rebuilding following this tragedy.

  • Check out the lively Latin Quarter

    So what’s the next cool thing to do in Paris? Visiting the Latin Quarter for sure! It’s the perfect place to see if you’re looking for a mix of cultures and generations. Your private guide will be able to tell you lots about this lively area of Paris.

    The Latin Quarter can easily be added as a great area to visit on your tour. It’s easily reachable from the Cathedral, and your host will know all the best spots you can see there. The area is known for its lively vibe, cafes and bistros. Enjoy your time there while listening to some fun local gossips about the city!

  • Take a look at the Museums

    Ok, so there is no way you’re gonna miss the museums in Paris! The city has such a rich cultural scene that you’ll be amazed by it! Your local host can tell you are the museums you shouldn’t miss and tell you about some unknown local art galleries, that most tourist never get to.

    You can start your visit with the three most famous ones of course, like: Musee d'Orsay, Musee du Louvre, Musee de l'Orangerie and Musee Rodin. They hold many incredible works of art and lots of history! Ask your local private guide to give you a few insights on them and start your art tour!

  • Taste the best French champagnes

    There is no better wine in the world than the French wine. But champagne? That’s even better! Having a taste of it is one of the most exciting things to do in Paris! Enjoy a Champagne and Sparkling Wine Tasting Soiree that you’ll remember forever. You’ll be able to taste incredible drinks, hand picked by your host and have great conversations about the drinking tradition in Paris!

    You’ll learn more about the terminologies and the history of champagne and wine making. The lecture will give you a complete view over the French Champagne industry. Your host will also prepare some small cheese snacks so you can have the perfect pairing with your drinks!

  • Visit the famous landmarks - Eiffel Tower and more

    There are so many incredible landmarks in Paris and visiting them with you local host is one of the best things to do in Paris. Want to see the Eiffel Tower, but also discover the hidden gems next to it? Your private guide will make sure to give you the best experience you can imagine, while telling you lots about each place you’ll get to see on your tour.

    They’ll bring you to the famous landmarks, but also show you all the unknown streets, local shops and cafes next to them! You’ll have the chance to learn more about the local lifestyle, the Parisians favorite spots for hanging out and having fun in the city.

  • Enjoy the incredible gardens - Luxembourg, Palais-Royal, Versailles, La Promenade Plantée

    The city is full of beautiful green spaces and gardens, so spending a day in beautiful parks with a bottle of wine and some good cheese is one of the most relaxing things to do in Paris. Your local host will bring you to the most beautiful gardens, which locals adore!

    You can spend your afternoon seeing some of the most beautiful and calming spots in the city. You can enjoy a picnic, have a fun chat and watch how the chic Paris residents like spending their time outdoors! You can get into the local vibe and feel like a Parisian yourself!

Unique things to do in Paris

Travel like a true local! From skipping the line at the Louvre to munching baguettes on the banks of the Seine, your local host will show you the best things to do in Paris on a private tour. Bonjour! With so many amazing activities in Paris, you’ll be wondering where to start on your bucket list. Romantics at heart will love seeing the Eifel Tower at night, exploring museums and discovering the hidden gems in the art galleries. You may even like to arrange a private proposal tour for the love of your life! Foodies will be just as blown away by Paris! You’ll be heading for the best breads, try the escargot, feast on Rillette and round the day off with a street stall crepe. Your local host will know just where to go and what to do to tick off all your top things to see in Paris! Simply let them know what your interests are, and they will personalize your activities! Exploring Paris with a true local who knows how to find the hidden gems in the city is the best way to get to know Paris from a local perspective. Whether you pop the question, take a day trip to Loire Valley, stick to the postcard tourist attractions or eat your way to the heart of Paris, your local host will be by your side to make sure you find all the best things to see and do in Paris! If you’re thinking about what to do in Paris, a WithLocals 100% private tour that is fully customizable is the perfect way to personalize the things you would most like to see in Paris. With your friendly local host, you’ll be able to pick and choose your top activities and will only see the best. Just let them know what your personal preferences are, and they will arrange it all locally for you!

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