--- title: "PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems of Paris With Locals" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/private-tour-highlights-hidden-gems-of-paris-with-locals/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 119 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 320 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 137 of 168 (Private Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/private-tour-highlights-hidden-gems-of-paris-with-locals/ --- # PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems of Paris With Locals **Guidekin's take:** Link Musée du Louvre, Palais Royal and Place de la Concorde on a private tour for your party. Guiding and a local drink or tasting are included; transport and hotel pickup are excluded, and moderate fitness is required. 4.83 from 320 reviews at €119 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #137 of 168 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Paris from a unique perspective! Get to know Paris on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Paris at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Musée du Louvre, Palais Royal, Place de la Concorde and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Next to the metro station Louvre-Rivoli, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 19 start times: between 09:00 and 18:00 - Food included: 1 local drink/tasting - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €119 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.83/5 from 320 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Withlocals - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 19 start times between 09:00 and 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.83 from 320 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 307 of 320. - 5 stars: 295 (92%) - 4 stars: 12 (4%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 8 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value tailored routes and local storytelling, though some question whether the experience justifies the cost. **Praised:** - Personalised routes reflect visitors' interests and requested sights - Engaging stories connect neighbourhood history, art and architecture - Guides reveal quieter streets and shops visitors would miss alone - Flexible pacing and breaks suit families and travellers needing a slower walk - Useful recommendations for restaurants and further exploring **Complaints:** - Some find the tour worth the cost, while others consider it expensive for what it offers Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-06-21 to 2025-03-29); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Private Tour - Tour Guide - 1 local drink/tasting ## Not included - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Transportation not included ## Itinerary 1. **Champs-Elysees** (1h) - The most historic quartier in the 8th arrondissement, it offers buildings dating from the 18th to the 20th centuries. 2. **Jardin du Palais Royal** (1h) - Royal Residence: See what used to be the residence of King Louis XIV and walk past a large black and white sculpture that gives a contrast between old and new Iconic Passage: Walk through Galerie Colbert, an icon of the neighborhood composed of charming arcades and geared... 3. **Louvre Museum** (1h) - One of the most famous and visited museums in the world; this place has amazing history behind it and is home to some of the world's greatest masterpieces ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19 start times between 09:00 and 18:00 - 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 Next to the metro station Louvre-Rivoli, across Rue de Rivoli - The Café has a red sign. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3XGnt2Rv5kcRzKWzE7dSxp0 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Wear comfortable shoes and clothing - Private tour: only you & your local guide - CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset - Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €238 | €119 | | 4 | €264 | €66 | | 6 | €288 | €48 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. ## Compared with other Private Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #137 of 168** | €119 | 3h | 4.83 (320) | private | | [Top Private Cruises in Paris with French Champagne and surprises](/france/paris/tours/top-private-cruises-in-paris-with-french-champagne-and-surprises/?format=md) | €399 per group | 1h 30m | 4.98 (1822) | private | | [Family Friendly Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour](/france/paris/tours/family-friendly-louvre-museum-private-guided-tour/?format=md) | €368 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (317) | private | | [Private Guided Professional Photoshoot by the Eiffel Tower](/france/paris/tours/private-guided-professional-photoshoot-by-the-eiffel-tower/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.98 (411) | private | Ranked #137 of 168 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €52 to €955, median €183; typical length 2h. 168 of 168 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/private-tours-paris/?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/private-tour-highlights-hidden-gems-of-paris-with-locals/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md