Live Like a Local in Paris - Self Guided Audio Walking Tours

Highlights

  • Offline Mode: Download tours and listen without WiFi

  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy the sites

  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the perfect picture spots

  • Enjoy a private experience in a COVID-19 safe environment

Summary

Head off the beaten track and live like a local with our immersive Paris tours that have been designed with a diverse set of interests for the culturally curious.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour - 6 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (5-100 years)
£16.99
Commentary
Meeting Point

Pl. Saint-Pierre, Paris, 75018, FR

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Head off the beaten track and live like a local with our immersive Paris tours that have been designed with a diverse set of interests for the culturally curious. 

Join local historians, who will guide you through a journey behind the real Montmartre, admiring the architecture that makes Bastille one of Paris’ most vibrant neighbourhoods. Discover the most Instagrammable  alleys and wander through the world's most famous cemetery at Père Lachaise. 

As you learn about the history behind the sights and discover the key sightseeing spots of these neighbourhoods, we’ll uncover the true essence of Paris, and what it's like to live in this city like a local. 

Either in-person or from the comfort of your own home - this is a great way to explore various cultures, secret stories and quirky facts that are a part of this must-see city.

Head off the beaten track and live like a local with our immersive Paris tours that have been designed with a diverse set of interests for the culturally curious. Discover the Bastille’s Architecture, Pere Lachaise, Montemartre and an Instagram tour of central Paris 

The Secret Face of Montmartre Walking Tour

Join us as we venture off the beaten track and explore the real Montmartre. We’ll wind down cobbled streets, discover secret vineyards and hear tales of local artists and gangsters. We’ll unravel the origins of Montmartre and explain how it evolved from a place of worship to a mecca of modern art and culture. We'll not only visit Montmartre's most iconic spots, but we'll also discover spots the tourists (and the locals) often overlook! From Picasso to Dali, the Sacré Coeur to Paris’ oldest church, this tour really has everything.

Bastille Architecture, Artisans and Anarchy Walking Tour

Explore the lives of the artisans, the anarchists and the architecture that makes Bastille one of Paris’ most vibrant neighbourhoods. We’ll learn about the tumultuous history of the Bastille, the creativity born from this melting pot and the architectural gems that are scattered throughout the neighbourhood. You’ll join renowned architect and photographer, Juan Jerez and our resident historian, Ed as you wander through the 12th arrondissement’s alleys, courtyards and parks. You'll be able to stand in the very spots that saw the beginning of the historic revolution in France and explore the artisanal roots of Faubourg St Antoine. And throughout the tour, Juan will point out his favourite photo spots and local recommendations for food and drink.

Paris Instagram Photography Tour - A Self-Guided Walk for the Top Photo Spots in Paris

What does it take to create incredible Instagram Travel Shots in Paris? Take this self-guided podcast tour to find out! We’ll guide you around the centre of Paris, pointing out the most Instagram-able alleys, photogenic bridges and flower-covered cafés. And as you go along, you’ll also be able to hear more about the history of the places you’re visiting. You’ll join local influencer, Julien, as he shows you his favourite photo stops and techniques. From blurry background closeups of iconic fountains to tips for capturing the perfect Parisian sunset, you’ll finish this tour with content that will make your followers swoon.

The famous graves of the Père Lachaise: An interactive audio walking tour

Were cemeteries built for the living, or for the dead? This is what we’ll explore during this fascinating tour of Père Lachaise cemetery, which mixes music, stories and poetry. Come along and enjoy a peaceful walk through the world's most famous cemetery! Founded by Emperor Napoleon, this cemetery resembles a miniature Paris and is now home to over 1 million “residents”. We’ll discover the graves and stories of famous people such as Edith Piaf and her tale of love and loss, the tragic fable of Oscar Wilde, the bittersweet love story of Heloise and Abelard and we’ll see how the rock n roll poet Jim Morrison remains as unconventional in death as he did in life! On this fascinating tour, you’ll join our resident historian, Colm, and Kristen, a local journalist. Whilst most people who visit the Père Lachaise pay their respects to the cemetery’s A-listers, we’ll also take you beyond the tourist favourites and explore all aspects that make this cemetery so incredible.

What’s included?

  • Access to your self-guided audio tour

  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian

  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi

  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost

  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture

  • Earphones

  • Mobile device

Things to know

Before you book

  • This product is suitable for all ages

  • Do it at your own pace. This product is suitable for all fitness levels

  • English speaking Audio guide only

Before you go

  • You will need to bring your own mobile phone

  • You will need to bring your own headset/earphones

Covid Policy

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Avoid the crowds and explore Paris at your own pace while adhering to social distancing regulations!

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    This is not your ticket! You will receive a separate email with a link to your tour. From that email, please click 'Download Now', install the Vidi Guides app, create an account within the app and click 'GetMyTour'. The tour will then be ready for download within your profile section. You can start the tour whenever you like!
    Bring a pair of headphones along with you so that you can truly immerse yourself in the experience! Download now and start at your convenience!


About operator:

Too many people visit places without discovering anything about them. And we can’t let that happen.


We believe that the true essence of travelling lies in the joy of discovering the authentic face of cities, neighbourhood and cultural sites, and unlocking the many tales they hold.


With that spirit in our hearts, we started out in search of these stories hidden in the nooks and corners of Paris, London, Cambridge and Oxford's most iconic spots. We then dived into each place’s culture, history, and traditions by collaborating with historians, famous architects, photographers, street artists, and many more. What we ended up finding was a treasure trove of stories that we have meticulously tied together just for you!


But how to deliver this information? We didn’t want to create another Wikipedia, with people looking at their phones instead of the sites. And let’s face it, audioguides and headsets belong to the 20th century.. This is why we’ve created our own storytelling format. Podcast-style tours, enriched with photos and videos, that keep you wanting more.


Our goal is to create a form of travel that will make you truly discover the places you visit.