Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées Walking Tour: Paris

Six landmarks in 75 minutes, from the glass dome of Grand Palais to the Arc de Triomphe

A guided walking tour of Paris that starts at Grand Palais and ends at Arc de Triomphe, covering the Champs-Élysées, Pont Alexandre III, Petit Palais and a 19th-century fountain. Your local guide makes stops along the avenue to point out architectural details and the fashion heritage of the neighborhood, with photo opportunities at each site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each3 stops

1. Grand Palais10m
2. Pont Alexandre III15m
3. Petit Palais10m

Explore Paris landmarks and avenues

• Visit the Grand Palais
• Cross the Alexander III Bridge
• Explore the Petit Palais museum
• See the Renaissance-style fountain
• Visit the House of Dior museum
• Walk along the Champs-Élysées
• End at the Arc de Triomphe

The experience

The tour covers six stops across the 8th Arrondissement in 75 minutes, moving on foot from one landmark to the next. You start at Grand Palais, the Beaux-Arts masterpiece with its glass dome and ornate façade, then cross the Seine via Pont Alexandre III. A spot where you can see the Invalides and its golden dome reflected in the water. From there the route takes you to Petit Palais, a small museum with art spanning multiple periods, and a 19th-century Renaissance fountain tucked into a quiet square near the Champs-Élysées.

The heart of the tour is the Champs-Élysées itself, where your guide makes several stops to explain the architecture and the avenue's role in French fashion and design. You'll walk past the luxury boutiques and prestigious establishments that line the street, with time to absorb the atmosphere and take photos. The tour also includes a detour to the Dior Museum on Avenue Montaigne, which showcases the house's history and iconic designs at its original headquarters.

You finish at Arc de Triomphe, where the guide explains the monument's structure, its carved reliefs, and its significance in French history. The whole route is walkable for all fitness levels, and public transportation stops are nearby if you need them. A knowledgeable local guide leads the group in English throughout.

What’s included

• Your knowledgeable local guide in English.
• beautiful photo stops at each landmark.
• access to hidden gems and quieter spots along the Champs-Élysées where the guide explains French architecture and fashion history.

Information

Lasts 1h 15m, runs every day at 11:30 and 12:45, from € 50 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to Saturday: 11:30 and 12:45Sunday: 12:45Another time? ›

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated yesterday

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Paris Fun Tours

Is this one for you?At 75 minutes, this tour fits into a morning or afternoon without dominating your day, leaving time to explore other neighborhoods or revisit any site that catches your eye. The steady pace works for all fitness levels, though it's not suited for travelers who find extended walking difficult.

Traveler reviews

4.80★★★★★★★★★★

61 verified traveler reviews

5 ★57

4 ★1

3 ★0

2 ★1

1 ★2

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Grand Palais and why does the tour start there?

Grand Palais is a Beaux-Arts architectural masterpiece known for its glass-domed structure and ornate façade. It's a prestigious venue that has hosted exhibitions of all kinds, and the tour begins there to set the tone for the architectural and design themes you'll encounter along the Champs-Élysées.

Does the tour include entry to the Arc de Triomphe?

No. The tour concludes at Arc de Triomphe, where your guide explains its history, structure and reliefs, but entry to the monument itself is not included.

What can you see from Pont Alexandre III?

Pont Alexandre III offers splendid views of the Seine's riverbanks and iconic landmarks, including the Invalides and its golden dome. It's a picturesque crossing where you'll have time to take photos and absorb the Paris riverscape.

Is there time to shop or sit down during the tour?

The tour makes several stops along the Champs-Élysées for photos and to hear about the architecture and fashion heritage of the avenue, but the pace is steady and the total duration is 75 minutes, so extended shopping or dining is not built into the itinerary.

What does the Dior Museum show?

The Dior Museum, located at the house's historic headquarters on Avenue Montaigne, showcases the history, designs and iconic creations of the House of Dior. It's one of the stops where your guide provides insight into French fashion.