--- title: Paris City of Fashion History Private Guided Walking Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/paris-city-of-fashion-history-private-guided-walking-tour/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 242 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 22 of 54 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/paris-city-of-fashion-history-private-guided-walking-tour/ --- # Paris City of Fashion History Private Guided Walking Tour **Guidekin's take:** Explore fashion history along Rue Saint-Honoré, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme on a private tour for your party. A guide and shopping advice are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 4.92 from 242 reviews at €55 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #22 of 54 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the history of fashion in the city that started it all on this private walking tour along the fashion streets of Paris—Rue Saint-Honoré and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Plus, check out chic Place Vendôme. As you walk, gain insight into the fashion industry from an insider guide, who shares interesting stories of the greatest French design houses. We also offer flexible start time to meet customer's satisfaction. ## Before you book - Meeting point: In front of the famous theater Comédie… - Group size varies by option: small group from €55 · private from €129 - 4 start times: between 09:30 and 17:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €55: ages 6 to 15 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person for the Semi-private option; other options up to €129 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.92/5 from 242 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ivo - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €55 · private from €129 - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 09:30, 12:00, 14:30, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.92 from 242 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 238 of 242. - 5 stars: 232 (96%) - 4 stars: 6 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the fashion knowledge and tailored conversation; some find little to see beyond storefronts. **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of fashion history and the business behind the major houses - Friendly conversation and engaging stories about designers - Discussions tailored to personal interests and questions - Accessible explanations for fashion newcomers and enthusiasts alike **Complaints:** - Some wanted more than storefronts and window displays - Some found the history superficial, while many praised its depth Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-04-04 to 2026-10-03); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Semi-private | €55 / person | English | Semi-private tour: Your group may be joined by a few other like-minded travelers. Group sizes are kept small to ensure a personalized experience | | Paris City of Fashion History Private Guided Walking Tour | €129 / person | French, English | - | ## What's included - Private guide - Shopping tips and advice ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Palais-Royal** (40m) - Les Deux Plateaux, more commonly known as the Colonnes de Buren, a highly controversial art installation created by the French artist Daniel Buren. It turned into an iconic place for the fashionistas, where you can enjoy a photo op. Some notable vintage boutiques are also... 2. **Rue Saint Honore** (45m) - The oldest Parisian fashion district. We will also stop by the Chanel original store, located at rue Cambon, where the legendary designer started her career 3. **Place Vendome** (15m) - The most important place in Europe for the jewelry business 4. **Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore** (20m) - Walk along Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré where the most important fashion houses have their boutiques located, The tour ends at Place de la Concorde. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 12:00, 14:30, 17:00 - 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 In front of the famous theater Comédie Française near the exit of the metro station Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJu4ncpyVu5kcRyiwNioWYZxg ## 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 - May be operated by a multilingual guide - Children must be accompanied by an adult ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #22 of 54** | €55 | 2h | 4.92 (242) | varies by option | | [Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)](/france/paris/tours/paris-city-center-free-walking-tour-tip-based/?format=md) | €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 | Ranked #22 of 54 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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