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Paris self-guided walking tour

Parisian Legends: From Medici Gardens to Book Labyrinths

Discover the heart of intellectual Paris on a relaxed stroll through the Latin Quarter. You'll see the city's oldest tree, visit a legendary bookstore, and find out where Parisian children have been sailing boats for a century. This route is perfect for families, blending grand architecture with cozy squares and vibrant city stories.

Audio tourSelf-guidediOS & Android
59minutes
2.3 kmdistance
6stops
Audio guideFormat
Parisian Legends: From Medici Gardens to Book Labyrinths
Rdevany at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0

Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Paris without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Paris walking tour

Map for Paris walking tour with 6 stops
The static map shows the tour route with Jardin du Luxembourg, Panthéon, Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Quartier de la Sorbonne, and 2 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris
    Rdevany at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0

    1Jardin du LuxembourgPark

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1612 · Named after: Luxembourg Palace · Wikidata

  2. Panthéon in Paris
    Camille Gévaudan / CC BY-SA 3.0

    2PanthéonChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1758 · Architect: Maximilien Brébion, Jacques-Germain Soufflot … · Style: Neoclassical architecture · Height: 83 m · Wikidata

  3. Saint-Étienne-du-Mont in Paris
    Agence Rol. Agence photographique (commanditaire) / Public domain

    3Saint-Étienne-du-MontChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1494 · Architect: Claude Guérin · Style: Flamboyant · Named after: Saint Stephen · Wikidata

  4. Quartier de la Sorbonne in Paris
    Pline / CC BY-SA 3.0

    4Quartier de la Sorbonne

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Named after: Sorbonne · Wikidata

  5. Square René-Viviani in Paris
    A.Schneider83 / CC BY-SA 3.0

    5Square René-VivianiPark

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1928 · Named after: René Viviani · Wikidata

  6. Shakespeare and Company in Paris
    Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net). / CC BY-SA 4.0

    6Shakespeare and Company

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1951 · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Paris — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Jardin du Luxembourg, Panthéon, Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Quartier de la Sorbonne, Square René-Viviani, Shakespeare and Company and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Jardin du Luxembourg and ends at Shakespeare and Company. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 59 minutes for 6 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 8 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $3.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 9 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.