--- title: Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based) lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-free-tour-in-english-tip-based/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 4 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 564 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: First visit? rank_in_category: 4 of 10 (Latin Quarter Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-free-tour-in-english-tip-based/ --- # Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based) **Guidekin's take:** Explore the Latin Quarter on foot through Roman ruins, medieval churches and landmarks including Sorbonne University and the Panthéon. A guide is included, with English-only commentary; this tip-based walk is priced per group, with tips extra. 4.96 from 564 reviews at €4 per group/vehicle for 2h. **First visit?:** Start with the tip-based walk: €4 per group/vehicle for 2h, rated 4.96 from 564 reviews; tips are extra and guiding is English only. Trade-off: Tips extra; guiding is English only. (last checked September 15, 2026) In our comparison: #4 of 10 in Latin Quarter Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the magic of Paris’s Latin Quarter on this guided walking tour through one of the city’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. Stroll along cobblestone streets, explore Roman ruins, admire medieval churches, and visit landmarks like the Sorbonne University, Shakespeare & Company bookshop, and the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s greatest minds. As your expert guide shares stories of writers, scientists, and artists who once walked these same streets, you’ll see why the Latin Quarter remains the cultural and intellectual heart of Paris. End your tour with a chance to enjoy a coffee or glass of wine in the very neighborhood where Hemingway once lived. • Step inside medieval churches inspired by Notre-Dame • Browse the legendary Shakespeare & Company bookshop • Admire the grand Panthéon, resting place of France’s most revered figures • Discover layers of Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and literary history ## Before you book - Meeting point: LOOK FOR THE BRIGHT GREEN UMBRELLA… - Starts 11:00, 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 €4 per group/vehicle - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 564 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: StellarTours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 11:00, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.96 from 564 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 561 of 564. - 5 stars: 547 (97%) - 4 stars: 14 (2%) - 3 stars: 3 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise clear storytelling and comfortable pacing; no specific complaint recurs in the supplied reviews. **Praised:** - Engaging stories connect the Latin Quarter's streets with its history - Friendly, approachable guides answer questions patiently - Clear English and explanations that are easy to follow - Comfortable pacing with a balance of walking and storytelling **Complaints:** - Lower ratings give little specific criticism, with no recurring complaint Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-07-21 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Historic & Entertaining Walking Tour - Certified Expert Guide ## Not included - Tips ## Itinerary 1. **Fontaine Saint-Michel** (10m) - Built during the Grand Reconstruction of Paris, this imposing fountain opens the doors to your tour! Your guide will reveal the tale of how Paris went from a medieval city to a modern jewel of Europe in only 70 years! 2. **Rue de la Huchette** (5m) - Walk along one of Paris's oldest streets and discover the narrowest streets in the city while your guide indulges you with stories about "Old Paris"! 3. **Shakespeare and Company** (10m) - This Iconic bookstore from the 1920s is full of stories about the great writers from the lost generation. Hemingway, James Joyce, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and more! 4. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (5m) - Breathtaking views of the Notre Dame Cathedral! 5. **Discover the Oldest tree in Paris dating back to 1601** (pass by, no stop) - It is a grand tradition to touch its leaves and make a wish! 6. **Eglise Saint Julien Le Pauvre** (10m) - One of the oldest buildings in Paris, this modest yet beautiful church was once the center of education in the city together with Notre Dame de Paris! 7. **Dali loved the Latin Quarter in Paris** (10m) - So much so, that he gave the city a beautiful Sundial which represents the "Camino de Santiago de Compostela". 8. **Eglise Saint-Severin** (10m) - One of the gems of the Latin Quarter, this 13th-century Flamboyant Gothic church will amaze you with its beautiful vaulted ceilings, and palm tree columns and if you get lucky they might be playing the pipe organ! 9. **Les Thermes de Lutece** (10m) - The Roman Empire built beautiful baths after they invaded Paris in 52 B.C. and established an entire city. These Roman Baths are remnants of a massive complex that used to be available to all citizens of this city! 10. **Musee De Cluny** (5m) - Now the Medieval Museum of Paris, this dazzling & ornate building dating back to the 15th century is filled with stories of Paris of old! 11. **La Sorbonne** (10m) - is the 3rd oldest university in the world! Since the 11th century, the Latin Quarter has always been the center of education and culture in Paris with this university at its nucleus. Your guide will enlighten you with stories about one of the greatest universities on the... 12. **Pantheon** (15m) - The word Pantheon means "All the Gods". This is the main event on the Latin Quarter Tour. Your guide will take you through the story of how this opulent building began as one of the biggest religious structures in France & later became the most important Mausoleum in the... 13. **St. Etienne du Mont** (10m) - nside this majestic 15th-century church lies the tomb and knuckle of the patron saint of Paris, "Saint Genevieve". Enter this astonishing building and see amazing holy relics while your guide gives you the story of the takeover of Paris while the Roman Empire was falling, and... 14. **“If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever...** (10m) - “If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.” Quote by Ernest Hemingway who was in love with the Latin Quarter. Discover his first apartment in Paris and the... 15. **Place de la Contrescarpe** (pass by, no stop) - At the end of the tour, your guide will take you to this beautiful and lively square full of great restaurants, bars, and cafes in the heart of the Latin Quarter, so you can continue to enjoy this magnificent district of Paris! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11:00, 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 LOOK FOR THE 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 only: +33 6 29 44 08 29 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJM79fJd5x5kcRxEjMn9CzSLs Ends: Your tour ends on the lively Place de la Contrescarpe. A beautiful square in the heart of the Latin Quarter full of restaurants, bars and a great ambience! ## 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 | €4 | €2 | | 4 | €4 | €1 | | 6 | €4 | €1 | 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 Latin Quarter Tours start at €29 per person. ## Compared with other Latin Quarter Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 10** | €4 per group | 2h | 4.96 (564) | shared | | [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 | | [Paris Latin Quarter Food Tour – Full French Meal by Do Eat Better](/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-food-tour-full-french-meal-by-do-eat-better/?format=md) | €89 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (415) | shared | | [Paris Latin Quarter Guided Walking Tour Semi Private 12ppl Max](/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-guided-walking-tour-semi-private-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (272) | shared | Ranked #4 of 10 in Latin Quarter Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €29 to €290, median €55; typical length 2h 30m. 3 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/latin-quarter-tours/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-free-tour-in-english-tip-based/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md