Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour

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Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour

4.8 · 13 guest reviews Tickets from $31 Tour by HandMedinaCo Tours · Tickets via GetYourGuide
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Paris feels like a TV set on this walk. You follow an Emily in Paris lens across classic streets and landmark photo stops, with the added fun of seeing where scenes were filmed and hearing how it all came together. It is a guided, small-group-style experience built around the show, but you still get a practical tour of the city you are actually standing in.

I especially like the photo-first approach. You get targeted opportunities to grab great shots, plus you will see the apartment, workplace, and Emily’s favorite café from the series. The other big win is the guide storytelling. Guides like Fanny, Fay, and Cecilia are called out for knowing the show details and also answering broader questions about Paris itself.

One consideration: this is a focused walking tour tied to filming locations. If you are not watching the series, you might enjoy the route less, and because it is about two hours on foot, you will want comfortable shoes and a mind ready for steady sightseeing.

Key highlights you will care about

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - Key highlights you will care about

  • Emily in Paris locations on a live walking route, not just a slideshow
  • Small-group feel with a friendly, English-speaking guide
  • Selfie-focused stops at multiple iconic bridges and viewpoints
  • Apartment, workplace, and favorite café locations included in the route
  • Behind-the-scenes context that adds meaning to famous landmarks
  • Central Paris coverage from Pantheon and Luxembourg Gardens to Palais Garnier

Why an Emily Filming Tour Feels Different in Paris

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - Why an Emily Filming Tour Feels Different in Paris
A normal Paris walking tour helps you learn names, dates, and street layouts. This one adds a second layer: it turns familiar places into scene locations you recognize from Netflix. That matters because your brain remembers pictures faster than it remembers facts, so you end up learning the city while you are also reliving moments from the show.

I like that it does not treat the series as the only reason to go. Yes, it is built around filming locations, but the route still tracks through real neighborhoods and famous landmarks you likely want to see anyway. You get a mix of grand, easy-to-recognize sights and smaller streets that give you that Paris mood, especially around theaters, gardens, and historic bridge crossings.

The vibe is also social. You will be stopping often for photos, and you are walking with other fans and curious visitors. It is a good way to make sightseeing feel less like rushing and more like sharing.

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Tour basics: 2 hours, English guide, and a $31 ticket

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - Tour basics: 2 hours, English guide, and a $31 ticket
This is a 2-hour walking tour in English, priced at $31 per person. That length is a sweet spot for central Paris. You can pack in big landmarks without feeling like you are spending your entire day walking.

The tour is run with a live guide, and it offers private or small groups. In practical terms, that usually means you can ask questions, get quick context at each stop, and keep the pace reasonable for a mixed group.

You meet with your guide beside a fountain at the starting location. The guide contacts you ahead of time and will be holding an Explore Paris Tours sign. You finish at Palais Garnier, and the activity description also indicates it wraps up back at the meeting point area, so plan on ending near where you started rather than hopping across town afterward.

As for planning, the tour format is set around photo stops. You will want to wear comfortable shoes and bring your phone with enough battery. If you plan to do heavy posting right away, consider bringing a portable charger or a power bank, since bridges and theaters can eat up battery power fast.

From the Pantheon to Palais Garnier: how the route works

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - From the Pantheon to Palais Garnier: how the route works
The itinerary is a string of recognizable set pieces, stitched together with neighborhoods that change character as you walk. The stops lean cinematic, but they also line up well with how you would explore central Paris on your own.

Here is what to expect as you move through the route.

Pantheon photo stop, Paris

Starting with the Pantheon gives you instant scale. Even if you have seen photos, standing near it helps you get your bearings fast. Expect a photo stop where the guide ties the show-world to the real street views around it.

The Bombardier English Pub Paris

Next comes a stop at a well-known English pub setting. This is the kind of place that feels like it could belong in the series because it offers a conversational, everyday Paris texture. Use this pause to reset, hydrate if you need to, and get ready for the garden and theater section.

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Luxembourg Gardens, scenic pause and photo time

Luxembourg Gardens is where your walk gets calmer. It is scenic, and it gives you that classic Paris “pause in the middle of the day” feeling. It also works well for photos because you can frame greenery, stone paths, and open spaces without needing a complicated shot setup.

Odéon Theatre area

Then you shift into theater country. The Odéon Theatre stop gives the tour a cultural anchor, and it makes sense for a show that likes to spotlight ambition, romance, and the arts. The guide’s job here is to connect what you see in front of you with how the series uses that atmosphere on screen.

Rue Cardinale photo stop

Rue Cardinale is a street stop that feels more intimate than the big monuments. If you want the “real streets” part of Paris, this is the kind of segment where you start noticing building facades, street width, and the way people move through the neighborhood.

Pont Neuf and Pont des Arts: bridge photos you will remember

Pont Neuf is a key photo moment because it is central, iconic, and easy to photograph from multiple angles. You get the classic bridge vibe and the river setting that makes Paris look like Paris.

Then Pont des Arts adds another level. If you like crisp city photos with water and architecture in the same frame, this is where your camera roll will get busy. Keep an eye on other people in your shots and use quick bursts, since these spots tend to attract plenty of attention.

Place du Carrousel and Rue de Rivoli

Moving on, Place du Carrousel and Rue de Rivoli give you a more grand, straight-on city feel. Carrousel’s layout helps you understand how Paris organizes big spaces around major landmarks. Rue de Rivoli is a street that keeps life moving, so it is a good section to notice how shops and sidewalks create rhythm.

Place de Valois and Palais-Royal: Paris in a smaller frame

Place de Valois and Palais-Royal bring you into a more elegant, compact world. This is the stretch where Paris starts feeling less like a list of monuments and more like a place you could wander even after the tour ends. It also makes sense for a show lens, since the series often leans into Parisian charm and style.

Palais Garnier finish

Palais Garnier is a very satisfying finish. Even if you have not stepped inside, it is a landmark with a strong visual identity. It is a good place to end because you get a final “big moment” right as you wrap up your walking time.

Selfies and smart photo habits at bridges and theaters

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This tour explicitly gives you access to the best selfie locations and says you will have plenty of opportunities to take photos at iconic locations. That is useful because Paris landmarks can be tricky if you just show up and guess where to stand.

At Pont Neuf and Pont des Arts, I like thinking in terms of two shot styles. First, wide shots that prove you are in Paris, with architecture and river lines in the same frame. Second, closer shots that focus on details, like stone edges, railings, and the way the street bends around the bridge.

At Odéon Theatre and Palais Garnier, go for angles that capture the building without turning your photo into a busy crowd scene. Quick, vertical phone framing often works better in tourist-heavy areas because it reduces clutter in the edges of your image.

A simple practical tip: keep moving between shots. If your group stands in the exact same spot for too long, it gets harder for everyone behind you. A guide who knows the spot can help you find a more comfortable place to take the photo quickly and move on.

What the best guides actually do for this tour

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - What the best guides actually do for this tour
One reason this experience gets such strong marks is the way the guide connects show details to real places. Fanny is highlighted as outstanding, with answers that cover Emily in Paris and Paris in general. Fay is noted for being a fan who clearly knows the landmarks and shares pictures from the show. Cecilia is described as the best and most knowledgeable, again with the focus not only on the series but on Paris itself.

That guide energy changes the feel of a walking tour. Instead of just pointing at buildings, a strong guide tells you what to look for. They also help you understand why a location matters for filming, which makes the setting feel less random.

If you book, I would come ready with a few simple questions. For example, ask how a certain location’s layout works for filming, or what makes this area distinct in real Paris life. Because the tour is live and in English, you will usually get back more than just a yes or no.

Also, treat the guide as a photo helper. When you have a guide who points you to good angles, you waste less time hunting and more time getting the shot you came for.

Value check: what you get for $31 in real-world terms

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - Value check: what you get for $31 in real-world terms
$31 is not a big budget for a walking tour in central Paris, but value is about what the fee buys you. Here, you are paying for guided routing, show-related interpretation, and structured photo opportunities at multiple iconic places.

You are not just seeing landmarks in isolation. You are seeing a chain of locations that connect thematically. That is why a show-based tour can be good value: it gives you a reason to remember what you see. When the experience includes the apartment, workplace, and favorite café from the series, it also offers a specific payoff that a standard “big sights” tour does not.

The small-group or private option also matters for value. When the group is tighter, it usually means less waiting and more ability to ask questions. And since you are walking for about two hours, you are getting a lot of stops without needing to spend a half day reorganizing your schedule.

If you do not watch the series, you might still enjoy the route because it covers major central sights. But your enjoyment may depend more on how much you like photo stops and storytelling at each stop.

Who this walking tour is perfect for

This tour is ideal if you fit one of these profiles.

  • You are a fan of Emily in Paris and want a structured way to visit the show’s filming locations.
  • You like walking tours that also include photo opportunities instead of just sitting through facts.
  • You are visiting Paris for the first time and want a single route that hits multiple “must-see” areas.
  • You prefer a tour with an English guide and a social, small-group atmosphere.

It can also work well for solo travelers who want interaction without committing to a full day of activity. The route is central, the stops are frequent, and you are moving at a pace that fits sightseeing rather than long-distance trekking.

If you are traveling with friends who are both fans of the show and fans of Paris, this is a strong group activity. It gives everyone something to point at, then something to discuss.

A few practical things to plan before you go

Paris: Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour - A few practical things to plan before you go
Because this is a walking tour, your comfort will shape your enjoyment more than you might expect. Wear shoes you can walk in for about two hours without thinking about it. Bring water if you tend to get thirsty easily, and keep your phone ready with enough power for photos.

Also, consider your expectations. This is not marketed as a museum visit, and it does not claim to cover every inch of Paris. It is about filming locations and photo spots with a guide who connects the show to the city in front of you. If you want time for shopping or long café sits, plan that before or after, not during the tour window.

Should you book the Paris Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour?

If you are an Emily in Paris fan, I would book it. The mix of filming-location stops plus multiple photo-ready landmarks is exactly the kind of experience that turns sightseeing into something personal. The guide reputation also matters. Names like Fanny, Fay, and Cecilia pop up for a reason, and that usually means you get more than a checklist of stops.

If you are not a show fan, you might still have fun because you cover major central Paris points like the Pantheon area, Luxembourg Gardens, notable bridges, and a big finish at Palais Garnier. The catch is that your enjoyment will depend on whether you like the storytelling angle tied to the series.

Overall, this is a solid value at $31, especially if you want a guided route, a friendly English-speaking guide, and structured selfie stops in one smooth, two-hour format.

FAQ

How long is the Paris Emily Filming Locations Walking Tour?

The tour lasts 2 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $31 per person.

Is the tour guided in English?

Yes, the live tour guide speaks English.

What group size options are available?

The tour offers private or small groups.

Where do I meet the guide?

You meet the guide beside a fountain at the starting location. The guide will have an EXPLORE PARIS TOURS sign or logo and will contact you before the tour.

Where does the tour end?

The tour finishes at Palais Garnier. The activity description also notes it ends back at the meeting point.

What locations will I see from the series?

You will see the apartment, workplace, and favorite café from the series, along with other filming locations featured on the route.

What are some of the stops on the route?

The tour includes photo stops and sightseeing at places such as the Pantheon, The Bombardier English Pub Paris, Luxembourg Gardens, Odéon Theatre, Pont Neuf, Pont des Arts, and Palais Garnier.

Is free cancellation available?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Can I reserve without paying right away?

Yes. The tour offers a reserve now & pay later option, so you can book your spot and pay nothing today.

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