A local guide leads the walk; the Seine cruise requires an upgrade, and food and drinks are excluded. 4.92 from 181 reviews at €125 per person for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #5 of 22 in Seine River Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Private Walking Tour OnlyThe page price | Cruise ticket NOT included | €125 for 2+ people |
| Private Walking Tour & Cruise | Seine Cruise Upgrade: Includes a Seine river cruise ticket, good for one year from your tour date. | €145 for 2+ people |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 179 of 181
Star breakdown of all 181 ratings
Reviewers praise the neighborhood history and food tips; the walk can run longer than planned
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (25 June 2024 to 7 November 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Historic cafes where writers and artists gathered in the 1920s
10 minWhere the Treaty of Paris was signed declaring U.S. independence
10 minParis’s oldest church, one of the few remains of Romanesque architecture in the city
20 minNarrow 18th-century cobblestone passageway, home to one of the oldest restaurants in Paris
10 minA national theater inaugurated by Marie-Antoinette
10 minOptional upgrade: This one-hour river cruise begins and ends at the Eiffel Tower and lets you see Paris in a new way — from the water. You will pass by landmarks like Notre Dame, the Petit Palais, the Musée d'Orsay, the Conciergerie, and more. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour.
Pass by, no stopPass by the Eiffel Tower during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Pass by, no stopPass by the Petit Palais during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Pass by, no stopPass by the Musée d'Orsay during the optional Seine River cruise upgrade
Pass by, no stopSaint Germain des Prés is responsible for the sophisticated image of Paris as a city of art, literature and culture. This charming neighborhood offers a glimpse into authentic Parisian life as you explore its popular attractions with a local guide.
You'll visit iconic landmarks such as the oldest cafe in Paris, opened in 1672, as well as the oldest church. You will also discover some of the city's first jazz clubs, chocolate shops, and restaurants.
As you walk down the chic Boulevard Saint Germain, you will see the place where medieval fairs and marketplaces were once organized. You'll also discover how this neighborhood became a hub for artists and writers like Picasso and Hemingway and existentialists like Sartre and De Beauvoir.
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit one of France's six national theaters and one of Paris's largest churches, which played a prominent role in the popular novel and film, "The Da Vinci Code."
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 22 | €125 | 1h 30m | 4.92 (181) | private |
| Top Private Cruises in Paris with French Champagne and surprises | €399 per group | 1h 30m | 4.98 (1822) | private |
| 2-6 pax Private River Boat Tour in Paris with Rosé and Macarons | €490 per group | 1h 30m | 4.95 (252) | private |
| Paris Private and Customized Tour with Driver-Guide for Layovers | €360 per group | 4h | 4.93 (208) | private |
Ranked #5 of 22 in Seine River Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €37 to €550, median €100; typical length 1h 43m. 13 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 22 Seine River Cruises