Paris French Revolution Tour - Robespierre & Friends

Duration 03h00
Group Tour
Group Size
10 max
Refund up to 48 hours
76 reviews

Highlights

Forget those dry, dull French History lessons from school—instead join us on a thrilling treasure hunt as you walk the very streets that led to the bloodiest moments in Paris’ past. This 3-hour tour scours the old stones the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area, uncovering hidden objects and long-forgotten tales of murder, massacre, and the ferocious fight for freedom.

Learn bone-chilling details of when Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette met the blade of the guillotine, or the dark prophecy that led to the demise of a key revolutionary. You’ll even visit a unique Parisian café, whose famous & infamous clients left vibrant souvenirs. You think you’ve heard everything about the French Revolution? Guess again!

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Why you'll love this

Plumb the depths of the dark, blood-soaked days of the French Revolution

Unearth the condensed years of conspiracy, intrigue, mystery and mass murder

Hunt for treasures hidden in plain sight along the streets of a historical district

Enjoy a complementary coffee stop in a charming Saint-Germain café

What's included

A professional storyteller who knows how to excite the imagination

An entertaining exploration of history that will engage everyone in your group

A complementary café break in the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés district

Price Details

Size of group

All

Per person

€59.00

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The itinerary

Somewhere between Versailles & Place de la Concorde, where the guillotine blade scared the crowds, is the true bustling heart of the French Revolution, Saint-Germain-des-Prés. You’ll discover long forgotten details of this crucial time of France’s history. First will be a stop in front of the glorious Saint-Sulpice Church to learn how this whole revolution thing got started: a bad harvest, an indecisive king, the storming of the Bastille, etc. A visit inside the building will reveal surprising details left behind by ravenous Revolutionaries.

You’ll then discover historic addresses and hear stories like the daring escape of the royal family, and the dire consequences that followed. You’ll see where key players like Danton, Marat, Desmoulins and Robespierre plotted and planned the bloody destruction of the monarchy. A rare exploration of Paris’ oldest café will show you exactly where their caffeine-fueled debates took place, with extraordinary objects on view that bring history to life.

After a restful coffee break you’ll see where the guillotine was built and tested, followed by a dark prophecy and the telling of a gruesome murder mystery. Who dunnit? You’ll have to keep walking to find out! The intrigue continues as you learn how deceit and distrust would lead longtime friends to assassinate each other in the name of self-preservation…

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Your guide

Knowing Paris inside-out comes with years of exploring, but above all a passion for discovering all the magic that a city has to offer. Our city guides are selected for their insatiable love for Paris, and their desire to share it with our visitors. Leaving no stone unturned, our guides are always ready to go the extra mile to ensure that those who explore with them get to discover the Paris that truly makes them tick.

Reviews

5.0 / 5.0 - Based on 76 reviews
Last reviewed: September 15 2021

Allison B - Reviewed September 15, 2021

A quick thank you to you & Malaika for a fabulous tour & history lesson. Malaika was so informed, spirited & eager to answer any question thrown her way. Despite the downpour of rain right before we began, that didn't dampen anyone's spirits. The quick cafe/tea stop was perfectly timed & we appreciate all the effort that went into our tour.

Arezoo T - Reviewed July 22, 2021

Sean is a wonderful guide! We have had two of our four tours with him and have really enjoyed it.

John H - Reviewed January 23, 2020

Malaika is the perfect guide and storyteller and our tour could not have been better. She took a complex subject and relayed it in an objective but seamless narrative. The tour involved many fascinating points of interest that illustrated the story and she brought a folder of copies of revel ant portraits and documents that helped you visualize the major characters and think about different points of view. Couldn’t recommend this guide and tour more highly—great command of English and easy and entertaining to listen to, while encouraging questions and engagement. Thank you!

Anne T - Reviewed January 19, 2020

Mathieu was an excellent guide, friendly, knowledgeable about the history and locations where history occurred. He answered my questions completely. It was really a private tour and I thank the company for not canceling it.

Rosie M - Reviewed January 10, 2020

Dina was a GREAT guide! She was so informative, full of brilliant and arresting detail about the period, very happy to answer questions. We all absolutely loved the tour. It was the highlight of our trip and some of the things she showed us were unforgettable. I would definitely recommend her and would like to book her again.

Meeting point & walking distance

Meeting point: Saint Sulpice Metro Station
Walking distance: 3.2km / 2 miles

F.A.Q.

Is this tour appropriate for my whole group?
We welcome all curious minds, young and old--in fact kids really enjoy the vivid characters on this tour! However please note that your guide will occasionally explain details of historical executions, torture & beheadings of course!

I’m a solo traveler. Can I join a group?
We can only organize a tour once a total of two people have registered. If you’re a solo traveler and are the first to request a date for this tour, you may have to wait until at least one other visitor books that date. However should this arise, please contact our customer service team and they’ll be happy to help you find a solution.

I don’t wish to join a group. Can I make this tour private?
Yes. We are happy to arrange a private version of this tour, so you get the undivided attention of your guide. Just contact our customer service team!

Is this tour manageable for visitors with walking disabilities?
All of our city walking tours welcome travelers with limited mobility or those in wheelchairs. However, we encourage those with mobility concerns to consider privatizing their tour by contacting our booking team. This way your guide can adjust the tour to your needs, which we’re happy to do!

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