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Unique Tour of Literary Women in Parisian History with Tastings

4.9 · 79 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Women of Paris Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
11:00, 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Follow Simone de Beauvoir and Colette's literary footsteps through Saint-Germain-de-Prés on the Left Bank.

Two bakery stops include sweet tastings along the walking route; the activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. 4.89 from 79 reviews at €45 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #49 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €45 per adult.

Included and not included

  • 2 different sweet tastings from some of the best names in Paris!

    Children from €37 (ages 0 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

    Reviews

    4.9
    79 ratings
    Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

    99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 78 of 79

    Star breakdown of all 79 ratings

    5 stars
    73 · 92%
    4 stars
    5 · 6%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    1 · 1%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the literary stories and sweet stops; comfortable shoes are the recurring practical advice.

    Praised

    • Engaging storytelling grounded in detailed knowledge of women writers and publishers
    • A focus on women whose literary contributions are often overlooked
    • Sweet tastings that provide enjoyable breaks along the walk
    • Exploring Saint-Germain through places where the featured women lived and worked
    • Reading suggestions and extra information shared after the tour

    Complaints

    • Some reviewers advise comfortable shoes for the walk

    Written by Guidekin from the 76 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (3 May 2022 to 16 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    We meet outside the main entrance to the Saint Germain-des-Prés church 75006. · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    11:00, 15:00 on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    Women of Paris; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Strollers OK
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

    Good to know

    • Children from €37 ages 0 to 15

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

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