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Secret Paris - hidden in plain sight. Small-group free tour

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on March 07, 2023

We are Charing Cross. We aim to make each tour an intimate, authentic Parisian experience. Our average group size is 10 - 15 guests, and we try to keep a max of 22 guests/guide. Also, our tours are all designed and run by local Parisians. No expat to run your tour! We give you the tourist must-sees and also the Paris of the Parisians.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Explore the hidden gems that tourists never see. Join a small group, led by a true Parisian.

Our "Secret Paris - hidden in plain sight" small-group free tour starts right at Le Louvre.

Awaiting us are: 

  • A hidden garden designed for the royal family. 
  • A wacky metro stop. What Parisians call secret "passages". 
  • A grand piazza built by one desperate aristocrat to suck up to the Sun King. 
  • And more things!

We also share our experience as Parisians so you can find hidden gems on your own in Paris. By jumping off the beaten path. 
By pushing a door open. By looking around for clues.

We walk rain or shine, we wear a pink vest that you cannot miss.

At Charing Cross, we aim to make each tour an intimate, authentic Parisian experience. 

Our average group size is 10 - 15 guests, and we try to keep a max of 22 guests/guide. 


Also, our tours are all designed and run by local Parisians. No expat to run your tour! We give you the tourist must-sees and also the Paris of the Parisians.  Welcome to Secret Paris!

   

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    2S Pl. du Carrousel, 75001 Paris, France
    2S Pl. du Carrousel, 75001 Paris, France
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    By the horse statue outside the glass pyramid of Le Louvre. Rain or shine. Your guide wears a pink vest.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Louvre Museum Pyramid
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Arc de Triomphe of the Carousel
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Palais-Royal Garden
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Place des Victoires
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Galerie Vivienne

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

20 ratings
4.3
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Professionalism
4.11
Fun
4.12
Expression
4.35
Quality
4.29
Route
4.06
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Galya 22 Apr 2024

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Great tour, exactly what I wanted!
Maria 16 Apr 2024
Cochabamba

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
El tour fue cancelado pero lamentablemente el guía no nos informó sobre ello. No tuvimos ningún mail ni mensaje informándonos sobre la anulación. No contesto a mis mensajes tampoco.
Paw Hansen 06 Apr 2024
Holbæk

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Very enthusiastic knowledging charming person 🤩. Fantastic tour - never tried this before, but not the last time 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Ronit 25 Mar 2024
Kefar Sava

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
Perfect for our last day in Paris. Many hidden jems... Highly recommend.
Siyma 25 Mar 2024
İstanbul

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
Philippe was engaging as guide, he was knowledgable and fun. Perfect low key tour to get a feel for the city.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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