--- title: Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/paris-city-center-free-walking-tour-tip-based/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 3 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 2147 duration_minutes: 135 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Shared central overview rank_in_category: 1 of 54 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/paris-city-center-free-walking-tour-tip-based/ --- # Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) **Guidekin's take:** Explore central Paris on foot with commentary on the French Revolution and figures such as Napoléon Bonaparte. The guided walk is tip-based: the listed booking charge is priced per group, and tips are separate. 4.97 from 2147 reviews at €3 per group/vehicle for 2h 15m. In our comparison: #1 of 54 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enter the very heart of Paris on this tip based walking tour of the city center. What better way to fulfill your Paris dream than getting the best views of the city whilst your tour guide reveals how the landmarks you see set the stage for the city’s 2000-year history and its major characters like Napoléon Bonaparte and Gustave Eiffel! On this quintessential Parisian tour, not only will you leave as an expert on the French Revolution and France's most important historical figures, but you will also gain insider knowledge of French culture and customs. Your tour guide will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of Paris from the Notre Dame Cathedral all the way to the Louvre, giving you stunning views of the Eiffel Tower & Paris’s top monuments along the Seine river. Receive recommendations for authentic local restaurants and activities! At the end of the tour you decide how much you want to tip your guide! Join us for a tour you'll remember forever! ## Before you book - Meeting point: BRIGHT GREEN UMBRELLA ATTENTION! - Starts 10:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €3 per group/vehicle for the Free Tour de Paris en Español option; other options up to €3 - Duration: 2h 15m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 2147 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: StellarTours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 10:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.97 from 2147 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2139 of 2147. - 5 stars: 2083 (97%) - 4 stars: 56 (3%) - 3 stars: 6 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the clear, entertaining history and friendly guides; some find parts of the tour slow. **Praised:** - Clear explanations make Paris history easy to follow - Humour and historical stories keep the commentary engaging - Central landmarks provide a useful introduction at the start of a trip - Friendly guides make visitors feel welcome and answer questions **Complaints:** - Some find parts of the tour drawn out, while others praise the pace Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-17 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Free Tour de Paris en Español | €2 per group | Spanish | - | | Paris - Free Walking Tour in English (Tip-Based) | €3 per group | English | - | ## What's included - Paris City Center Walking Tour - Expert Guide ## Not included - Tips ## Itinerary 1. **Ile de la Cite** (15m) - Start your tour at Ile de la Cité; the island where the Parisii tribe established temples more than 2000 years ago but then fell to the Roman Empire. This beautiful island is the real center and heart of Paris! 2. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (12m) - Your tour of Paris will weave history and beauty, revealing the secrets of the Notre-Dame Cathedral; from its construction in 1163, all the way to the 2019 fires. Learn about the French Revolution and Napoleon's coronation! (we don't enter the catherdral on the tour) 3. **Fontaine Saint-Michel** (12m) - Discover the beautiful St. Michel fountain built during the grand reconstruction of Paris! 4. **Pont Saint-Michel** (12m) - From this stunning bridge you will observe bullet holes from WW2 while your guide reveals why Paris was not destroyed during the war. 5. **Place Dauphine** (12m) - Walk through the breathtaking Place Dauphine! This charming square is one of the first projects built by the great Henri IV. The square is well known for its restaurants. A great location for a tranquil lunch after your tour! 6. **Statue equestre d'Henri IV** (12m) - Discover this beautiful equestrian statue of Henri IV while admiring beautiful views of the river Seine! Your guide will tell you all about the king's short but meaningful reign! 7. **Pont Neuf** (12m) - The oldest bridge in Paris has stunning views and holds many secrets. Your guide will fascinate you with stories of the great Henry IV, (the king that finished the bridge in 1607), the tooth pullers of Paris and more! 8. **Louvre Museum** (12m) - Learn the true story about Leonardo Da Vinci and why the Mona Lisa is so famous! Meet Francis I, the king that built the very foundations of the Louvre as a fortress and a palace. Indulge yourself with stunning views of the glass pyramid while your guide brings all of its... 9. **Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel** (12m) - Built by Napoleon; the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel reflects Napoleon's ascension as master of Europe! 10. **Jardin des Tuileries** (12m) - From tile factory to royal gardens; the Tuileries offer breathtaking statues, sculptures and fountains. Originally designed by the same lanscape artist of the gardens of Versailles to create a sense of mystique and majesticness! 11. **Eiffel Tower** (12m) - From the charming Tuileries gardens you will enjoy unbeatable views of the EIFFEL TOWER while your guide reveals how Gustave Eiffel pulled off its contruction in 1889! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point BRIGHT GREEN UMBRELLA ATTENTION! METRO STATION SAINT MICHEL IS CLOSED, PLEASE USE THESE STATIONS: - CITÉ, Metro line 4, SIX MIN WALK - ODEON, Metro line 4 & 10, FIVE MIN WALK - CLUNY-LA SORBONNE, Metro line 10, FIVE MIN WALK PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME WhatsApp: +33 6 44 09 96 67 or +33 6 29 44 08 29 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJM79fJd5x5kcRxEjMn9CzSLs ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €2 | €1 | | 4 | €2 | €1 | | 6 | €2 | €0 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours start at €1 per person. ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 54** | €3 per group | 2h 15m | 4.97 (2147) | shared | | [Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (418) | private | | [Paris Highlights: Half Day Private Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/paris-highlights-half-day-private-walking-tour/?format=md) | €350 per group | 3h | 5.0 (206) | private | | [Paris Latin Quarter Exclusive Guided Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (229) | private | Ranked #1 of 54 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €1 to €225, median €55; typical length 2h 15m. 13 of 54 are private. 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