Free tour

Paris-Enghien les Bains: small group 8 persons max, thermal city, Movie Amélie, amazing lake, most famous casino, Architecture Art Nouveau/ Art Déco

4.93

Excellent(14)

Paris

Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Languages: English and Spanish

Guru: Michel

PRO

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Registered on 19 July 2023

Hello! My name is Michel. As a retired travel agent, I’ve spent my life exploring the world’s most beautiful destinations. Recently, I discovered the concept of "Free Walking Tours" while traveling through New York, Venice, and Ljubljana. I was so inspired by these experiences that I decided to bring that same passion to my own hometown! Why visit my city? Located just 10 minutes by train from Paris Gare du Nord (a simple €2.50 ticket), my city is a unique oasis. It is the only destination near Paris that boasts a stunning lake, natural thermal baths, a grand casino, and a historic racecourse. What we will discover together: Stunning Architecture: A visual feast of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles. Legendary Figures: We’ll walk in the footsteps of the icon Mistinguett, the world of Amélie Poulain, and the visionary architect Henri Moreels. A "Breath of Fresh Air": Escape the city crowds and experience the authentic French "art de vivre" (art of living). New Tour: Chinatown & Street Art I am also excited to offer a second tour in Paris’s vibrant 13th District. This experience combines the cultural richness of the city's main Chinatown with a walk past the monumental street art murals that transform the local high-rises into an open-air gallery. About Your Guide I lived in the USA for a year and Australia for six months, so I am fluent in English. Thanks to my Peruvian wife, Spanish is also a gift I am happy to share. Whether you are a history buff or just looking for a friendly local encounter, my motto is to help you discover the soul of the places I love. Come and join me for a tour in English or Spanish! (Special requests in French are always welcome).

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Free walking tour Enghien les Bains, Lake, Casino, thermal city with Art Déco influence.

10 short minutes by train from Paris Gare du Nord platform 34 or 35, train ticket 2.5 from anywhre in Paris or around, Enghien les Bains is part of Grand Paris and the only city owning a casino and a lake. Enghien is a small city with an original architecture.
The tour will take you from the train station to the Thermal baths passing through original buildings, a park with a spectacular circular view of the magnificent lake, the casino, the synagogue and the church.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Enghien les Bains

I’ll be waiting on the front porch of the train station, on Rue du Départ, right next to the platform for trains departing back to Paris. Trains arriving from Gare du Nord stop on the opposite platform. To reach me, you can either take the underground passage or cross the small bridge that connects both sides of the station.

Outside visit

Mistinguett birth place

Small house where the famous singer was born. >The small place across the street is name Place Mistinguett

Outside visit

La Villa du Lac

Nice green park where you can see the panorama of the full lake, with the two piers, the island and the villas of the nineteen century.

Outside visit

Casino Barrière Enghien-les-Bains

Biggest casino in France and the only one close to Paris. It is located by the lake facing the thermal center.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.