Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés Walking Tour 105 min

Saint-Germain-des-Prés has long drawn artists, writers, philosophers, and filmmakers. On this 105-minute Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés walking tour, explore the neighborhood’s historic streets with a local guide who connects its landmarks to the people and stories that shaped its reputation.

Begin outside the Église de Saint-Germain-des-Prés, one of Paris’s oldest surviving religious sites. From there, discover artistic and literary landmarks and hear about figures including Picasso, Hemingway, and Balzac. Along the way, take in the cafés, galleries, intimate squares, and narrow streets that have inspired generations. Your guide can also share recommendations for local cafés, restaurants, bookstores, galleries, and boutiques.

The Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés walking tour offers a closer look at a neighborhood whose history is written into its streets. Meet your guide outside the church, find the blue “Epic Tours” sign, and set out to see the area through its stories.