Paris Courtesans Walking Tour 2 hr

Step into the hidden history of Parisian courtesans, whose wealth and influence shaped fashion, politics, culture, and high society in the 19th century. This two-hour Paris Courtesans Walking Tour follows their stories through the city, from Palais Royal to the Grands Boulevards.

Along the way, hear scandalous tales and learn about the famous women who lived and worked in these neighborhoods. Discover how a royal garden became one of Paris’s largest brothels, and explore the customs, prices, services, and hours associated with courtesan life. Your local guide also introduces the special vocabulary used to describe these women and their world. The walk includes stops at iconic landmarks, with photos taken by your guide. If you wish, you can also have coffee at a remarkable secret spot.

Meet beside Le Kiosque des noctambules, the striking metro entrance decorated with glass beads. Join this Paris Courtesans Walking Tour to see the city’s celebrated past from a more intimate, surprising perspective.