Paris · CHRISTMAS
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These christmas tours cover the strongest ways into the experience, from compact first visits to slower specialist options. The practical differences are set out before each full review.
See Paris Christmas lights from an open-top deck on Tootbus, with 10-language commentary, Wi-Fi, and app-based Tootwalks.
“Very good thing to do if you want to see the city fast.”
90-minute festive bus tour past Paris icons with Christmas audio, a timed Eiffel Tower sparkle moment, and 10% off chocolate.
“This definitely isn't the tour to to take if you're expecting to learn about the sights along the route. After only a few minutes of using the audio guide I realized it's not worth using as the landmarks being talked about were nowhere near us. You're sitting on top of a bus in cold weather with lots of Paris traffic around you- not the best circumstances to listen to a headset. With that said we had a great time seeing all the lights out for Christmas time in Paris. The highlight was getting right in front of the Eiffel Tower as it sparkles on the hour! I'd say that alone…”
Private Christmas lights tour in a roof-down 2CV, with blankets, English or French commentary, a photo stop at Champs de Mars, up to 3.
“We LOVED our tour. With three of us we all had different levels of experience with being in Paris, but it is completely different sitting in a cool little car, with an experienced and knowledgeable driver. We could relax and look out the window. We all came away with new knowledge and places we want to visit. Dub was so congenial and helped us to feel at home in this beautiful city, that we have come to love. This is the second tour I’ve taken in a Citroen and I definitely enjoyed this experience the most. Thank you, Dub. I hope I am spelling the name correctly. Merci beaucoup!”
A private Paris Christmas lights tour with hotel pickup, Galeries Lafayette dome views, Tuileries ferris wheel, and seasonal treats.
“Our guide, Milan, was well versed in French history and local Paris venues. His enthusiasm lifted the four of us and greatly added to our appreciation of our surroundings. Three cheers for Viator and Milan!”
Small group Paris Christmas lights walk with a local guide, iconic covered passages, classic markets, and a free hot drink. 2 hours.
“Emily, our tour guide was so knowledgeable and kind. She made the walking trip so much fun. It was a treat to see the lights of Paris on Christmas and to have such a great walking tour.”
Paris Christmas Gourmet food tour in St-Germain: vin chaud, market snacks, 13 Desserts of Christmas, small group and tea.
“Aniko was intrepid! In spite of the drizzle, she made the markets and shops come alive. She combined her knowledge of the wonderful history of an important Church with the fun of meeting vendors of outdoor markets and indoor gourmet chocolatiers. And we all felt like friends as we sipped hot drinks and listened to her wealth of knowledge of Paris. She was exceptionally attentive, and very professional. I saw her again today and felt like I was seeing an old friend. Bravo!”
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