Montmartre

Climb up there and you’ll see Montmartre! How about climbing the capital’s highest hill together to discover its rebellious inhabitants? Through games designed by MarineZeCity, you can follow in the footsteps of the greatest artists who have walked these streets before you.

Ile de la Cité

The cradle of Paris will reveal itself to your children in a fun way through a treasure hunt on the capital’s most iconic island. Discover the surroundings of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the former palace of the kings of France, and stroll through the medieval streets to the rhythm of the events that took place there.

Versailles

An unmissable French château, this place is steeped in history and symbolism. That’s why it’s best to help your child discover it in a fun way, so that it remains easy to digest.

Giverny

Flowers add colour to your walk in this wonderful garden designed by one of the greatest artists in art history: Monet. Let your child reveal their inner artist with a game booklet designed to sharpen their eye for their surroundings.

Louvre

MarineZeCity has created a game booklet to help your child interact with the works they will discover! For children up to 12 years old: The Louvre becomes a playground where culture becomes fun!

Conferences

Would you like a presentation by a tour guide at your organisation? I will bring visual aids to help you discover a famous figure, a place, a monument, a historical period, etc. Choose your desired theme and contact me to arrange a presentation.

Lutetia with Galbala

Galbala needs your help! This pretty Gallic girl remembers being invited to a show at the Arènes de Lutèce… But the bard’s nasal voice was so piercing that she fell asleep. And when children’s cries woke her up in the early hours of the morning, she found herself in a completely different Lutetia, 2,000 years later. What is she doing in Paris today and how can she return to her own era? Galbala will tell you all about the capital’s Gallo-Roman past as you follow a route linking the Clovis Tower to the Palais de la Cité, passing by the Pantheon, the Forum and the Cluny thermal baths. Along the way, you’ll have to solve various puzzles… The goal: to find the magic potion that will send Galbala back to her native Lutetia!

Catherine! But from here…

Catherine de Medici is a Queen of France, wife of Henry II! She was also the mother and regent of three kings! But last night she was still sitting in the council that decided on the terrible St Bartholomew’s Day massacre… What happened? She no longer recognises Paris! Through games and puzzles, help her find her way back, to try to repair the turmoil of the Wars of Religion. A fun activity for the whole family to discover the architecture of castles and churches. You will explore a magnificent parish where many artists have prayed, yet which has nearly disappeared on several occasions. Then you can admire the façades of the Louvre, whose stones will reveal their secrets to you!When the tour is intended for a very young audience, it is possible to offer a snack break. To do so, we will need to establish a budget.

Nothing new at Père Lachaise…

Who better to show you around the labyrinthine corridors of Paris’ largest cemetery? After almost 200 years in her final resting place, Mademoiselle Lenormand is starting to get bored! Although she still enjoys humming with Chopin, laughing with Desproges, philosophising with Allan Kardec and dancing with Isadora Duncan, she would love to meet some new faces! How delighted she will be to guide you to the graves of her friends and introduce you to all the souls she frequents! Our Sibylle will be sure to tell you all about the history of the place and its intrigues…

The Claire Eiffel Tower

Claire Eiffel, Gustave’s eldest daughter, knows the tower like the back of her hand! And for good reason: she supported her father in all his endeavours! Orphaned by her mother at the age of 14, she took on the role with determination, looking after her brothers and sisters with perfection and helping her father in his professional work. She was a source of good advice and a great help to the Eiffel company! Discover the history and secrets of the tower that was the world’s tallest monument for 40 years, with all its symbolism of modernism and splendour! The tour can be done around the Tower or by visiting the Tower itself.

PLEASE NOTE

Admission to the monument requires the purchase of a ticket, the price of which varies according to your age, privileges, preferences, etc.

Access to the 2nd floor is on foot or by lift.

Access to the 3rd floor (top) is by lift only.

As your guide, the price of my ticket will be included in the cost of the service.

Climb up there and you’ll see Montmartre!

Want to discover the neighbourhood of artists, communards and parties? Montmartre wasn’t always a Parisian neighbourhood, and you can tell! Between the headless man, the man who walks through walls and the cheerful “republicans” of the hill, it’s clear that something is different here…Bichette will take you on a tour of her village, introducing you to characters full of passion and personality! It’s a fun way to explore the hill and soak up the atmosphere of this famous Parisian neighbourhood.

The Catacombs

If you’re looking for thrills and paranormal stories, follow me through the maze of underground tunnels. I’ll tell you the story of this dark and frightening place, with its share of legends and surprising tales…

Entrance to the Catacombs requires the purchase of a ticket and a speaking fee, which is added to the price of my tour.

You will need to check availability, so please contact me well in advance.

Montparnasse Cemetery

It’s so pleasant and philosophical to stroll through a cemetery! And even more enjoyable with the help of a guide!
You will encounter personalities who have left their mark on history, mostly through their art, but also through their prowess and audacity!
This cemetery is a kind of French Hollywood Boulevard in the Breton quarter of Paris!
Come and pay your respects to painters, philosophers, singers, inventors,

Père Lachaise Cemetery

Let’s explore Paris’ largest cemetery with Marine, who will tell you all about the history of this open-air museum. You’ll meet forgotten figures who left their mark on their era.
In addition to enjoying a pleasant stroll through this unusual place, you will learn a great deal of fascinating information about its inhabitants and how it is organised!
A two-hour walk full of emotion.

The Île de la Cité revealed

Paris is a city rich in history and architecture, and to better understand the capital, I invite you to explore its heart: the Île de la Cité…
This is where the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral stands, which will regain its original silhouette in 2024, if the challenge launched by the President is a success!

The Conciergerie

A guided tour of this place, which remains in people’s memories as a revolutionary prison. But that’s not all: this building once belonged to the very first Palace of Kings!
An incredible history lies behind these medieval-looking stones!

Admission to the Conciergerie requires the purchase of a ticket, the cost of which is added to that of my visit.

A visit to this monument can also be combined with a visit to the Sainte Chapelle.

The Jean Sans Peur Tower

This tower is the only remaining vestige of what was once the residence of the Dukes of Burgundy. Built straddling Philippe Auguste’s city walls, follow me to discover the secrets of these stones, their symbolism and life in the Middle Ages…
An incredible world in the heart of Paris!

Entrance to the Tower requires the purchase of a ticket, which is added to the price of my tour.

Discover the Louvre!

A two-hour tour to discover the history of the museum and some of its major works, including the Winged Victory of Samothrace, the Mona Lisa, The Raft of the Medusa, The Wedding at Cana and much more!

It’s always more reassuring to explore such a vast museum with an expert guide who will take you straight to the most famous works! The rooms steeped in history will hold no more secrets for you…

Let us follow in the footsteps of France’s greatest rulers and admire the multitude of artistic creations that surround us!

A two-hour guided tour, a dozen major works and surprising anecdotes!

Museum admission ticket: (not included in the guided tour price)
€17 standard price
Free admission with proof of eligibility for:

Partner hospital staff; Visitors with disabilities and their companions; Recipients of minimum social benefits; Job seekers; Teachers; Under 18s; Under 26s residing in a country of the European Economic Area; Teachers of art history, history of art, visual arts, applied arts, Ministry of Culture staff, Members of ICOM and ICOMOS, Guides and lecturers affiliated with French ministries responsible for culture and tourism or the Réunion des Musées Nationaux, journalists, visual artists affiliated with the Maison des Artistes and the AIAP, students from the following institutions: École du Louvre, Institut National du Patrimoine, École Nationale des Chartes, École Nationale des Beaux Arts de Paris.

This guided tour costs (amount to be added to the museum admission price):
€33 per person.

I try to limit my groups to 5 people. However, in the event of a tour for 7 to 25 people (including the guide), the museum charges a speaking fee of €70, which will be divided among the number of participants.

A trip to the Eiffel Tower!

A symbol of the capital, the Eiffel Tower is the most visited monument in the world! And with good reason, as its pretty lacework, slender curves and elegant appearance captivate anyone who dares to gaze upon it!
And yet, building it was no easy feat! Gustave Eiffel fought hard to ensure that it would remain standing and that future generations would remember it…

A monument dedicated to the French Revolution… but not only that!
Gustave was a visionary who wanted the best for his tower!

Why was this tower built and how did Gustave succeed in his challenge in just two years?
What is the significance of this iron-clad monument?
Has it always been accepted?
What exactly does it represent, symbolically speaking, but also in terms of its shape? Is it an A, as some rumours suggest?

BOOK YOUR VISIT AND THE TOWER WILL REVEAL ALL ITS SECRETS TO YOU!
This tour is only available as a private tour:
Entrance tickets (see attached photo for prices)

THERE ARE THREE WAYS TO VISIT THE TOWER:

1/ By stairs then lift to the top
Climb the 674 steps inside the tower while taking the time to admire the view! You can stop on the first floor and then continue your ascent to the second floor to reach the lift that will take you to the top!

2/ Take two lifts to the top
Take a lift that will take you directly to the second floor, where you can admire a breathtaking view of Paris before continuing your dizzying ascent to the top!

3/ sans rentrer dans le monument, vous pouvez l’admirer en la contournant, la guide vous montrera les éléments essentiels pour peut-être un jour oser vous y aventurer !

Père Lachaise in his armchair

The cemetery began at the end of 2020, undergoing a little makeover! With lockdown over, you are comfortably settled on your sofa, wrapped up warm, with your cup of “deep sleep” herbal tea: the journey can begin!

Virtual tour for schools!

Would you like to offer your pupils a fun and exciting experience?
Nothing beats laughter, excitement and games for discovering French heritage!
You can choose a theme from the tours already available, or suggest another topic that suits your curriculum.
I can come to your classroom (subject to certain conditions) or deliver this service via videoconference.

Opéra Garnier, anyone ?

A prestigious monument built for a dapper emperor who feared his people!

The Banks of the Seine

Did you know that most of the monuments are located along the Seine? If you are not staying in Paris for long or if you want to get an overview of the city while enjoying the banks of the Seine, which have now been developed for our enjoyment, I suggest a tour that follows the course of the Seine!

There are two options for enjoying this walk:

ON FOOT: 2 to 4 hours (depending on your preference)
Do you enjoy walking? Would you like to take the time to admire the scenery?
We will stroll along the riverbanks, discovering the history of the Seine, its bridges and the monuments that make Paris what it is!

Montparnasse Cemetery

It’s so pleasant and philosophical to stroll through a cemetery! And even more enjoyable with the help of a guide!
You will encounter personalities who have left their mark on history, mostly through their art, but also through their prowess and audacity!
This cemetery is a kind of French Hollywood Boulevard in the Breton quarter of Paris!
Come and meet painters, philosophers, singers, inventors, a whole host of illustrious names from French history! Join me for a magical moment…

The Latin Quarter and its variations!

Passing by the ancient baths of the Gallo-Roman city, you will go from one discovery to another! And finally, you will understand why it is called the Latin Quarter!

Discover the capital’s iconic landmarks in a 2CV, by bike or in a private car

The (un)covered passages of Paris

A two-hour stroll through the heart of Paris to discover its covered passages! I will tell you about their origins, their history and their architecture to help you understand why and how these small galleries, which pierce through Parisian buildings, came to be. This tour takes place partly outdoors but is often sheltered by these famous passages!

All tours

Panoramic tour of Paris by car

The Latin Quarter and its variations!

Montparnasse Cemetery

The Banks of the Seine

Père Lachaise Cemetery

The Île de la Cité revealed

The (Un)covered Passages of Paris

The Catacombs

The Conciergerie

The Tower of John the Fearless

Discover the Louvre!

A trip to the Eiffel Tower!

Opéra Garnier, anyone?

Nothing new at Père Lachaise...

In the days of Lutetia with Galbala

Catherine! Mais d'ici...

The Eiffel Tower

Climb up there and you'll see Montmartre!

Father Lachaise in his armchair

Virtual tour for schools!

Conferences

MarineZeCity – Tour guide in Paris and the surrounding area