Placoplâtre is number 1 of gypsum fabrication in the world. Close to the gypsum quarries, the factory that you will visit manufactures 40% of the national output production of plaster: that is to say 1 million ton per year, or, 62 million square meters of gypsum per year. Language: French speaking visit only
Gare de l’Est railway station, once called gare de Strasbourg, is in close proximity of the gare du nord railway station. This tour will help you understand why the area inherited two stations quite close to each other in the middle of the 19th century. You will discover the history of gare de l’Est railway station and the role it played on the evolution of the area.
Visit one of the most fascinating areas of Paris and discover its hidden treasures.
During this guided visit you will discover the backstage of Printemps department store. From the underground to the gardened rooftop, passing by the Art Deco cupola.
Gare du Nord is today the 2nd most important station in the world in what concerns passenger traffic. The tour begins with a visit of the building and a travel through time to discover the history of the station and the role it played on the evolution of the area.
This visit offers you to discover the project of the future Olympic village between three municipalities: Saint-Ouen, Saint-Denis and L'Ile-Saint-Denis where champions and contestants from all over the world will come in search of the Olympic grail. After the Games, this area will become a residential and business district that will profoundly transform the city and the banks of the Seine.
Discover Paris differently! Let yourself be surprised by this unique and atypical cruise which combines the charms of the Saint-Martin canal in the heart of Paris to the Seine and the historical landscape and monuments of the capital.
Let’s dive for two hours into the history of the cinema around the Eiffel Tower, the star among the stars, and the district of Passy.
Travel in the heart of the « sunrise empire » and learn all the secrets of this animated district of Sainte Anne, not far from the Garnier Opera.
Discover the history of this authentic Parisian building with its architecture and its amazing decoration of the 1920’s during a guided visit!
During this guided visit you will discover the backstage of Printemps department store. From the underground to the gardened rooftop, passing by the Art Deco cupola.
This historical Citroën museum shows 300 vehicles split up into 4 categories from 1919 to today – styling studies, rally department, competition and collector items.
A 2h long nocturnal cruise on the Seine river in a festive guinguette spirit! Travel back to the popular balls with lanterns, garlands and gingham decor! Let yourself be transported by the joyful and relaxed atmosphere on board while you sail on one of the most famous river, dance to the rhythm of the lively music and enjoy the cocktail bar and boards to share.
Visit the former Bobigny deportation station. Language: Visit in French only.
This Drancy Internment camp visit will lead you to the Shoah Memorial, opened in 2012 in Drancy, a place of history and education, located opposite the building - Cité de la Muette. Language: Visit in french only.
Come and see the unique urban bird life living in the dramatically landscaped Parc des Buttes Chaumont, in north-eastern Paris.
Discover the history and culture of graffiti in the 20th arrondissement of Paris in Belleville and Ménilmontant, two popular neighborhoods made for urban and artistic expression.
Let’s dive for two hours into the history of the cinema around the Eiffel Tower, the star among the stars, and the district of Passy.
Come and see the unique urban bird life living in the dramatically landscaped Parc des Buttes Chaumont, in north-eastern Paris.
Discover the Saint-Denis basilica and the way cathedrals were built back in the 12h and 13th centuries.
Visit and discover Paris with Explore Paris: book your tickets for unusual and inexpensive guided walking tours with local guides to explore the alternative attractions and secret spots of the capital city. Enjoy a cruise on the canals and rivers, an exotic food tour, a bike ride or simply gaze at the beauty of Paris’ heritage. Our tours are perfect to explore the cosmopolitan culture of Paris by yourself, with friends or your family. The City of Lights is waiting for you! Best of all, some of these visits are free.
Here are some visit ideas to book on exploreparis.com : See the districts around the Parisian stations (Gare Montparnasse, Gare de Lyon, Gare de l’Est, Gare du Nord or Gare Saint-Lazare) with Bruno Granozio. Otherwise, you can discover the shooting places of famous films in Paris with Juliette Dubois. You can also admire graffs during guided visits on the steps of a Parisian street-artist with the Fresh Street Art Tour association. These few visits are only a couple of examples to realize all the activities and visits to do all year in and around Paris !
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Discover Paris and its different districts during your touristic stay thanks to our numerous visits: Bastille, the Garnier Opera, Stade de France… Tourists can also explore the Greater Paris during guided visits: the Rungis Market, Bibliothèque François Mitterrand, Paris Orly and Paris CDG airport…