Explore Hemingway’s Paris with an Actor-Guide

Highlights

  • Enjoy a unique walking tour led by a professional actor

  • Discover the Paris that Hemingway loved and immortalised in his literature

  • Hear anecdotes about his colourful life and fascinating contemporaries

  • Explore the charming streets and parks of the iconic Latin Quarter

Summary

Live a moment like the Lost Generation on this walking tour of Paris from Ernest Hemingway himself. As the writer, our actor-guide takes you through the streets, bars and cafés he made famous.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Group Size
15
Pricing (From)
Adult: (18-99 years)
€69.90
Child: (4-10 years)
€34.90
Youth: (11-17 years)
€49.90
Infant: (0-3 years)
€0.00
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Why take this tour?

Immerse yourself in the enchanting streets of Paris, where every corner holds a tale, and every cobblestone whispers secrets of the past. On this unique walking tour, you will embark on a journey through time, led by none other than Ernest Hemingway himself, the literary giant who once roamed these very streets.

In the Paris of the Roaring Twenties, Hemingway discovered a community of fellow expatriates, united by a shared hunger for truth and beauty in a world plagued by uncertainty. Paris offered a canvas upon which they could reimagine themselves. Here, amidst the swirling smoke of jazz clubs and the heady aroma of espresso, they found inspiration, and were drawn to the city's magnetic allure like moths to a flame.

Hemingway will tell you of his contemporaries and friends. F. Scott Fitzgerald, the embodiment of the Jazz Age, whose pen painted vivid portraits of excess and disillusionment. Gertrude Stein, the indomitable patron of the arts, whose salon became a sanctuary for aspiring writers and avant-garde thinkers. And Ezra Pound, the enigmatic poet and mentor, whose guidance shaped the literary landscape of the 20th century.

Hemingway would sit for hours at the iconic cafés and bars of Montparnasse and the Latin Quarter, penning his thoughts. Whether tucked away in a corner at La Closerie des Lilas, or soaking up the ambience at Les Deux Magots or Le Dôme, Hemingway's keen eye and sharp wit transformed the ordinary into the extraordinary.  You'll meander through narrow alleys, where Hemingway's footsteps echo alongside the ghosts of his contemporaries, and stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens that he loved so much. We’ll also stop at the  legendary bouquinistes, where he would often linger, searching for hidden treasures among the stacks of old manuscripts.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore Hemingway's Paris, and immerse yourself in the captivating literary and artistic realm of inter-war Paris that influenced a generation of creatives and left an enduring mark on our cultural heritage.

What’s included?

  • Fully guided walking tour with a professional actor-guide

  • Limited groups of 15 people or fewer

  • Hotel pick up/drop off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Instant confirmation

Before you go

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Redemption information

    Please note this tour requires a reasonable amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes!


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Memories France is a small, experienced team, working together to offer our guests unforgettable experiences in and around Paris. Living and working in Paris, we are a truly local company! We work with the very best guides, professionals who are fully accredited, fluent in English and passionate about sharing their knowledge and love of their city. We source first-rate local partners, uncover hidden treasures and put together unique tours that allow our guests to experience world famous sites in the most relaxed and memorable way possible, and to discover the authentic, local aspects of our beautiful city. We are committed to quality, to ensuring that each experience is special, and to sharing the very best that our city has to offer, so that our heritage becomes your memories.

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