--- title: Unique Guided Walking Tour of Great Women in Parisian History lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/unique-guided-walking-tour-of-great-women-in-parisian-history/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 45 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 93 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 24 of 54 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/unique-guided-walking-tour-of-great-women-in-parisian-history/ --- # Unique Guided Walking Tour of Great Women in Parisian History **Guidekin's take:** Explore the Left Bank through stories of women who shaped Paris, with sights including the Luxembourg Gardens, Panthéon and Notre Dame. A local guide leads the walk; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded, and it runs in all weather. 4.94 from 93 reviews at €45 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #24 of 54 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Learn about the lesser-known women who have shaped French history and explore Paris’ ever-charming Left Bank with a local guide on this walking tour. Make your way to a woman-owned cafe just outside the Luxembourg Gardens and begin exploring the hidden gems of this beautiful park. Between admiring sights like the Panthéon and Notre Dame, you’ll hear stories about the women who left their impact on the city. - Learn about the important women who shaped Paris’ history - Explore on foot to easily see and soak up the city’s ambiance - Pick between morning and afternoon start times to suit your schedule - Enjoy your guide’s storytelling that will bring the city’s history to life Women of Paris (WoP) is the first Paris walking tour company devoted to the education of women’s history and influence. WoP offers tours that challenge the status quo by placing women at the heart of the Paris story. Since launching in 2016, WoP has grown to be one of the most unique experiences in Paris! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet in front of Treize au Jardin café… - Starts 10:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €37: ages 0 to 16 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €45 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 93 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Women of Paris - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.94 from 93 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 92 of 93. - 5 stars: 90 (97%) - 4 stars: 2 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the perspective on women's history and engaging guides, though some find the walking demanding. **Praised:** - Stories of overlooked women offer a different perspective on Parisian history - Knowledgeable guides make complex history clear and engaging - Guides welcome questions and give detailed answers - Enjoyable walks through Luxembourg Gardens and the Latin Quarter **Complaints:** - Some report difficulty with the walking, while others describe a relaxed pace Written by Guidekin from the 89 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-06-27 to 2026-09-12); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Local guide ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Luxembourg Gardens** (40m) - Wander through these stunning palace gardens, learning about the woman who commissioned them as well as the 20 French queens and illustrious women remembered here. 2. **Latin Quarter** (30m) - Often referred to as the "cradle of Paris", this neighbourhood is the city's historic core. We'll be learning about the early city during the tour and how a woman came to save the city from the threat of attack. 3. **Musee Curie** (10m) - We will stroll past the Curie Institute, a centre of scientific study and research opened by Marie Curie back in 1920 and today also partly a museum devoted to the life and contribution of this incredible woman. 4. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (5m) - From the top of the so-called "Montagne de Sainte Geneviève", the hill of the Latin Quarter, we can look down on landmarks such a the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. 5. **Pantheon** (10m) - Gaze in wonder at this impressive Paris landmark and learn the story of the first woman to be buried inside. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:00, 14:00 - 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 Meet in front of Treize au Jardin café at number 5 rue de Médicis 75006 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJnd8eIChu5kcRXfb40zqzYuo Ends: We finish our tour on the Place Sainte Geneviève in front of the Saint Etienne du Mont church just behind the Panthéon. The guide will be able to offer full directions for getting to your next destination. ## 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 - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - This is a walking tour, please wear comfortable shoes - We reserve the right to cancel and refund if less than 3 guests book ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #24 of 54** | €45 | 2h | 4.94 (93) | shared | | [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 #24 of 54 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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