Paris Luxury: Maison Élysée, Opéra Garnier & Café de la Paix
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
IMPORTANT If your tour is booked on the first Tuesday of the month, the start time will be adjusted from 10:00 AM to 9:00 AM so you can experience the Changing of the Guard. Students may be required to present a valid student ID for verification. Begin at Maison Élysée, opposite the Presidential Palace, and discover the history, heritage and craftsmanship connected to one of France's most prestigious addresses. Continue through the elegant Madeleine district before reaching the magnificent Palais Garnier. Step inside one of Paris's most spectacular monuments and explore its Grand Staircase, gilded Grand Foyer and sumptuous 19th-century interiors at your own pace. Complete your experience at the legendary Café de la Paix, facing the Opéra Garnier. Opened in 1862, this historic Parisian institution has welcomed generations of artists, writers and travellers. Enjoy each experience independently, following your arranged itinerary and reservation times.
Inclusions
What's included
- Opportunity to witness the Changing of the Guard (first Tuesday of the month only)
- Guided tour inside the Opéra Garnier
- Guided walk through the prestigious Élysée district
- See the exterior of the Élysée Palace
- Learn the history of French perfume
- Visit the Musee du Parfum
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Personal purchases
- Gratuities
- Transportation during the tour
Itinerary
Discover the history of the French Presidency while admiring the exterior of the Élysée Palace. Learn about its role in French politics and the prestigious Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Special Event: If your tour takes place on the first Tuesday of the month at 9:00 AM, you'll have the opportunity to witness the ceremonial Changing of the Guard.
Walk through one of Paris' most elegant church filled with luxury boutiques, historic buildings, and beautiful architecture while your guide shares fascinating stories about the district's transformation over the centuries.
Guided by a perfume expert, discover the secrets of French fragrance, explore beautiful essences and create your very own signature perfume. Enjoy more time to experiment, blend and perfect your creation, before leaving with a larger bottle of your personalized fragrance to take home — a unique and unforgettable souvenir of Paris, created by you.
Step inside the breathtaking Palais Garnier, one of the most spectacular and glamorous landmarks in Paris. Enter a world of gold, marble, magnificent chandeliers and Belle Époque elegance as you explore its legendary Grand Staircase, sumptuous salons and richly decorated interiors. Discover the fascinating stories behind this architectural masterpiece, built during the reign of Napoleon III, and experience the atmosphere that inspired the famous Phantom of the Opera. From its extraordinary details to its theatrical grandeur, every corner reveals another surprise. More than an Opera House, the Palais Garnier is a true symbol of Parisian luxury, creativity and timeless elegance — and an unforgettable highlight of your Paris experience
Make your day in Paris truly unforgettable with lunch or dinner at the legendary Café de la Paix, one of the city’s most iconic and elegant addresses. Located beside the magnificent Opéra Garnier, step into a spectacular Belle Époque setting where Parisian history, timeless glamour and French gastronomy come together. Relax beneath its magnificent décor and enjoy a memorable meal in a place that has welcomed generations of artists, writers and famous personalities.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide outside the meeting point and receive an introduction to the day's experience.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Top Sights Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Paris
- Its from-price is 124% above the median of the 4664 experiences we list in Paris.
- It is longer than most of them.
- 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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