Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Paris on a guided walking tour that highlights the thoughts of renowned philosophers. Begin at Shakespeare & Company, where Simone de Beauvoir's feminist and existential ideas reshaped modern thought. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere that once inspired countless thinkers. At Notre-Dame, explore René Descartes’ arguments for God's existence, and on Île de la Cité, discover Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s revolutionary ideas. Conclude by discussing the impact of Condorcet and Voltaire on contemporary democracy and human rights amidst historical landmarks. - Engage with the intellectual history of Paris through its iconic sites - Visit significant locations linked to philosophers like Rousseau and Descartes - Enjoy a leisurely walk through the picturesque Latin Quarter - Expert guide shares insights on how Enlightenment ideas shape our world today
Inclusions
What's included
- Tour Guide
Itinerary
We will discover the intellectual background of the Latin Quarter and the impact it still has on our society today
Setting our sights on the famous Notre Dame Cathedral and uncovering the past. You will find out all the times the Cathedral could've been erased from our history and the consistent debate that it has left us.
You may or may have not known there is an island in the center of Paris and we will explore where it all started. Views on the island include the flower markets, the palace of justice and the oldest public clock in the city. All dense with information and lessons
Discover the hidden back streets of Paris and explore the city off the beaten path.
On the way to Pont Des Arts we will explore the river, special monuments and statues including the Académie Française, Henry IV, Marquis Condorcet, Voltaire. Leaders and Philosophers who have left a mark on the city, country and world.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Stairs in front of Shakespere and Company
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Reverie Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
How it compares in Paris
- Its from-price is 49% below the median of the 4664 experiences we list in Paris.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2929 of 4664.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Paris
Paris pairs grand boulevards and riverside monuments with café terraces, art collections of global stature and neighbourhoods that feel like villages.
The Seine runs through the heart of the city, past the Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame and the Sainte-Chapelle, the long façade of the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay in its former railway station. Downriver, the Eiffel Tower rises over the Champ de Mars, and the Arc de Triomphe crowns the Champs-Élysées.
Top-ranked sights in Paris: Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, 4th Arrondissement.
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