Latin Quarter: From La Sorbonne to the Pantheon

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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

Explore the magnificent buildings and fascinating history of the Latin Quarter. Learn about the French history and culture: from food markets to education, religion, literature and even immigration.

Tour info

Duration

45 minutes -

Pricing (From)

Adult: (5-100 years)

£12.99

Commentary

English

Meeting Point

Rue Saint-Médard, Rue Saint-Médard, Paris, Île-de-France, 75005

Dropoff location

1 Rue Victor Cousin, Rue Victor Cousin, Paris, Île-de-France, 75005

Why take this tour?

Discover the mesmerising district of the Latin Quarter in Paris, located in the 5th arrondissement, in this immersive private audio tour! The neighbourhood is renowned for its iconic architecture, secret treasures and is perfect for those who wish to take a peek into a regular day in the lives of Parisians.

Narrated by a local historian, you will walk through the intriguing Saint Médard. Discover the delicacies of French Cuisine at Rue Mouffetard, stop at Ernest Hemingway's old apartment, and learn more about the filming location of ‘Midnight in Paris’ at Saint Etienne du Mont.

Wander through family-friendly attractions that include student-filled cafes around the Sorbonne University, visiting the Pantheon and even stopping by the famous bookshop Shakespeare & Company, for a cultural adventure around this popular market neighbourhood of Paris.

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
Mobile Device
Earphones/headset

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

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

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!

Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

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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.