France · Walking Tours

2-Hour Saint-Germain Left Bank Walking Tour with Literary Cafés

2 Hours Round trip from 7B Place Saint-Michel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire architecture ranging from medieval to Haussmann and Belle Époque
02 See the Hôtel de Bretteville, where Picasso painted "Guernica" in 1937
03 Visit the Eugène Delacroix Museum, the artist's former residence
04 Explore Paris's literary café culture at Le Procope, Les Deux Magots, and Café de Flore

Learn about the fascinating past of Paris on this 2-hour tour. Admire different styles of architecture, from medieval to Haussmann and Belle Époque, and soak up the atmosphere of its literary cafés. You will also see three renowned bohemian cafés - Le Procope, Les Deux Magots, and Café de Flore - among the oldest coffee houses in the French capital, known for their famous clientele.

Proceed to the Hôtel de Bretteville, the house of the painter Pablo Picasso, where he painted "Guernica" in 1937.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saint-Germain and Left Bank Highlights

Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and visit the Fontaine Saint-Michel, a historical landmark.

Proceed to the Hôtel de Bretteville, the house of the painter Pablo Picasso, where he painted "Guernica" in 1937. Here, the writer Honoré de Balzac placed the action of his novel "The Unknown Masterpiece".
Move to the Relais Louis XIII, a historical landmark that is today a restaurant.
Enjoy the famous café Le Procope, a historical landmark and coffee shop.
Saunter along the notable Rue de Furstenberg and listen to the story of a German clergyman.
Explore the Eugène Delacroix Museum, the former residence of the artist.
Marvel at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, a historical landmark.
End your tour at the iconic Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots, both historical landmarks.

Where this trip takes you

Fontaine Saint-Michel, Hôtel de Bretteville, Le Procope, Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from 7B Place Saint-Michel 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking Paris tour guide

What's Not Included

Subway tickets
Coffee
Entrance fees and others
Everything not specified in the included section

Know before you go

Available dates: from March 2021

Please note:

* (star) means exterior visit (view from outside).
Also available: 100% customised tours, scheduled at your convenience, with pickup from the hotel. Please inquire.
Price: EUR 120 per tour / EUR 30 per person (minimum 4 and maximum 10 people).

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