Overview
Discover 19th-Century Paris & Its Secret Arcades Step off the tourist trail to explore Paris's hidden covered passages and the world's first luxury arcades. On this 3-hour walking tour, uncover secret history, stunning architecture, and enjoy an included gourmet drink break. Galerie Vivienne & Palais-Royal (35 min) Meet your local guide at Place du Palais Royal. Discover Galerie Vivienne’s glass domes, mosaic floors, and luxury boutiques. BNF Oval Room (40 min) Step inside the BNF Richelieu’s magnificent Salle Ovale, a grand reading room under an 18m glass ceiling. Café Verlet Break (30 min) Relax at Paris’s oldest coffee roaster (est. 1880) with a €10 drink budget included per guest. Secret Arcades & Wrap-Up (75 min) Explore Passage des Panoramas and Passage Jouffroy’s vintage shops. Finish at Square Louvois with top insider tips! Nearest Metro: Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre (Lines 1 & 7).
- Historical and cultural insights
- Local Professional guide
- Walking tour of covered passages
- Visit of BNF Richelieu Oval Room (free access only)
