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Paris Covered Passages and BNF Oval Room Walking Tour 3 hr
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- Paris, France
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Paris’s historic covered passages, admire the BNF Richelieu Oval Room, and hear local stories on a guided three-hour walk.
About this tour
Discover a quieter side of Paris on a walk through its elegant covered passages, where glass roofs, mosaic floors, and vintage storefronts preserve the atmosphere of 19th-century city life. This Paris Covered Passages and BNF Oval Room Walking Tour pairs architectural treasures with stories from a local professional guide.
Meet at Place du Palais Royal and explore Galerie Vivienne, known for its ornate details and boutiques. Then visit the BNF Richelieu Oval Room, a striking reading room beneath a vast glass ceiling. Continue through Passage des Panoramas and Passage Jouffroy, browsing historic arcades and vintage shops before finishing near Square Louvois. Along the way, your guide shares historical and cultural insights that bring these tucked-away landmarks to life.
The tour lasts three hours and includes access to the Oval Room; BNF exhibition areas are not included. Start your Paris Covered Passages and BNF Oval Room Walking Tour near Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre metro station, and see a memorable side of the city on foot.
Highlights
- Admire Galerie Vivienne’s glass domes and mosaic floors
- Step inside the BNF Richelieu Oval Room
- Explore the vintage shops of Passage des Panoramas and Passage Jouffroy
- Hear local stories about Paris’s historic covered passages
What's included
Included
- Local professional guide
- Walking tour of covered passages
- Access to the BNF Richelieu Oval Room
- Historical and cultural insights
Not included
- BNF exhibition entry tickets, payable on site
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips and gratuities
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Important information
- Meet at the Statue of Louis XIV, Place du Palais Royal, 75001 Paris
- Nearest metro: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, lines 1 and 7
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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