Paris and The Philosophers Tour
€30.00
Paris Intellectual and Historical Walk
1. Visit Shakespeare & Company (15 mins)
Learn how this vibrant student district evolved into the intellectual heart of Paris, with centuries of scholarly tradition.
2. Explore the Latin Quarter (30 mins)
Explore the legacy of writers and thinkers who passed through this iconic English-language bookstore, a haven for literary lovers.
3. Unpack Notre-Dame’s Survival (15 mins)
Hear the compelling tales of how the Notre-Dame Cathedral nearly vanished twice, and what—or who—saved it each time.
4. Cross to Île de la Cité (30 mins)
Stroll across to Paris’s original island and trace the city’s earliest foundations, discovering the birthplace of Paris.
5. Discuss Revolution and Reform (30 mins)
Delve into the turbulent era marking the fall of the monarchy, the rise of the Republic, and echoes of Napoleon’s reign as you explore the surrounding historic sites.