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Paris Christmas Illuminations and Local Festivities Private Tour

TourTruth score 8.6 out of 10

Very goodTop 6% in Paris

47 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Paris, France
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Follow Paris’s festive glow on a private tour of illuminated streets, holiday displays, and a market, with seasonal treats and hotel pickup.

About this tour

See Paris sparkle in its festive season on a private Paris Christmas illuminations tour, moving between glittering streets and seasonal stops on foot and by taxi. Follow the Christmas garlands along the Champs-Élysées, then explore the Opera and Vendôme districts, where illuminated façades set the scene for a winter evening.

At Galeries Lafayette, take in the holiday displays and towering Christmas tree; a rooftop visit may be possible depending on availability. Continue to a holiday market to enjoy seasonal sweets and a warming drink: hot spiced wine for adults, or hot chocolate or another drink for guests under 18. A Ferris wheel ride is an optional extra, with panoramic views and separate admission; the guide’s ticket is included.

Hotel pickup and drop-off within Paris city limits make this Paris Christmas illuminations tour easy to enjoy. Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes; the experience runs rain or shine. Galeries Lafayette closes on December 25 and January 1, though outdoor displays, the market, and Ferris wheel remain open. Choose this Paris Christmas illuminations tour for a personal way to experience the city’s seasonal glow.

Highlights

  • Admire Christmas garlands along the Champs-Élysées
  • Explore the Opera and Vendôme districts
  • Marvel at Galeries Lafayette’s festive displays and towering tree
  • Warm up at a holiday market with a seasonal drink and sweets
  • See Paris by foot and taxi, with hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Add a Ferris wheel ride for panoramic city views

What's included

Included

  • Professional local guide
  • Hot spiced wine for guests 18 and over
  • Hot chocolate or another drink for guests under 18
  • Seasonal sweets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off within Paris city limits

Not included

  • Ferris wheel ride: €20 per adult or €12 per child; the guide’s ticket is included
  • Optional gratuities

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Important information

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age in France is 18; guests under 18 receive a nonalcoholic drink instead
  • Wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes
  • The tour runs rain or shine
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  • Galeries Lafayette is closed on December 25 and January 1; outdoor displays, the holiday market, and Ferris wheel remain open on those dates
  • Galeries Lafayette decorations may be taken down after New Year’s Eve; Paris illuminations and the Christmas market remain until January 7
  • Hotel pickup is available only within Paris city limits; airports and Disney are outside the pickup area
  • The rooftop visit at Galeries Lafayette is subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals are allowed

Frequently asked questions

What drinks are provided?

Guests 18 and over receive hot spiced wine. Guests under 18 receive hot chocolate or another nonalcoholic drink.

Is the Ferris wheel ride included?

No. It costs €20 per adult or €12 per child; the guide’s ticket is included.

Where is hotel pickup available?

Pickup and drop-off are available within Paris city limits, but not at airports or Disney.

What happens on December 25 and January 1?

Galeries Lafayette is closed, but outdoor displays, the holiday market, and Ferris wheel remain open.

Is the tour accessible?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible. Strollers and specialized infant seats are available.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 47 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.6. Top 6% in Paris means it ranks in the top 6% of tours in Paris by this score.

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