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Top Things to Do in Île-de-France

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Paris: Macaron Baking Class with Le Cordon Bleu Chef
Paris: Macaron Baking Class with Le Cordon Bleu Chef★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (152)2h 30mYou'll learn to make French macarons from a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef in a small, hands-on workshop. The class covers the macaronage technique, filling preparation, and baking science, with all ingredients provided. You'll take home the chef's secret recipe, taste what you've made, and leave with the skills to bake them again. Coffee and tea included throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually learn a technique rather than follow a recipe, and if you'd rather spend an afternoon making something with a professional than watching a demonstration. The small group size is what makes the personalized feedback possible.Free cancellationMost bookedfrom€ 104View ›
Paris Sunrise Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre & Croissants
Paris Sunrise Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre & Croissants★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (152)2hYou’ll pedal through Paris as it wakes up—catching sunrise views of icons like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre without crowds or noise. A local guide shares stories while you cross bridges and boulevards usually packed later in the day. Finish with fresh croissants and coffee at a real Parisian café. It’s quiet, personal, and feels like being let in on a secret side of Paris.Free cancellationTop ratedfrom€ 69View ›
Paris: Croissant Baking Class with Pastry Chef
Paris: Croissant Baking Class with Pastry Chef★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (151)3hYou'll spend a few hours learning to make croissants from a pastry chef in a Paris studio, working hands-on through mixing, folding and shaping. The class includes all ingredients and equipment, a tasting of fresh pastries while yours bake, and a box of your own croissants plus digital recipes to take home. Small groups keep the pace manageable and the instruction personal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn a specific skill — how to actually make croissants — rather than just taste them, and you'd rather do it with someone who knows the technique than figure it out alone in your kitchen.Free cancellationfrom€ 119View ›
Paris Louvre: Semi-Private Tour & Mona Lisa, Max 6 Guests
Paris Louvre: Semi-Private Tour & Mona Lisa, Max 6 Guests★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (151)2h 30mYou’ll join a tiny group at Paris’ Louvre Museum with an expert local guide—starting under that famous glass pyramid—then wander through ancient sculptures, Egyptian relics, and finally pause before the Mona Lisa herself. Expect real stories behind masterpieces and those little moments that stick with you long after you leave.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 129View ›
Montmartre: Private Food Walking Tour & 10 Tastings
Montmartre: Private Food Walking Tour & 10 Tastings★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (148)3hYou’ll wander Montmartre’s lively streets with a local guide, tasting everything from warm baguette to sweet crepes and sharp cheeses—ten authentic flavors in all. You’ll hear stories between bites, see Sacré-Cœur and Moulin Rouge up close, and share laughs along the way. Expect moments that linger long after your last taste.Free cancellationfrom€ 185View ›
Versailles Day Trip from Paris: Small Group & Free Garden Time
Versailles Day Trip from Paris: Small Group & Free Garden Time★★★★★★★★★★ 4.64 (148)4hYou travel from Paris by train with a small group and a guide who walks you through the palace's most important rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors and the royal apartments. After the guided portion, you have the afternoon free to explore the gardens, the Trianon Estate, and Marie Antoinette's private retreats at your own pace, returning to Paris on your own schedule. All tickets and transport are included.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Paris without a car who want the palace highlights without arranging their own transport and tickets. Plan for a full morning and early afternoon of walking—that's what lets you see the main rooms with a guide and still have hours free to explore the gardens and Trianon on your own pace.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfrom€ 118View ›
Paris: Dutch Bike Tour of Landmarks & Seine Views
Paris: Dutch Bike Tour of Landmarks & Seine Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.63 (146)3hYou’ll pedal through Paris on a Dutch bike with a local guide, gliding past icons like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame while hearing quirky stories and stopping for photos or just to take in riverside life. Expect laughter, real local color, and plenty of time to soak up those little details you’d miss on foot or bus.Free cancellationfrom€ 43View ›
Paris Seine River Cruise: Private & Shared Boat Tour Views
Paris Seine River Cruise: Private & Shared Boat Tour Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (145)1h 30mYou’ll float past icons like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame on a small-group or private Seine River cruise in Paris. Enjoy local stories from your guide, bring your own snacks or drinks, and take in city views through rain or shine thanks to covered boats. There’s something quietly magical about seeing Paris unfold from the water — especially with good company.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfrom€ 200View ›
Paris WW2 Occupation Tour: Small Group & Private
Paris WW2 Occupation Tour: Small Group & Private★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (144)3h–4hYou walk through the streets and squares where occupation, collaboration, and resistance unfolded, guided by an expert who asks why people behaved as they did rather than just listing landmarks. The tour includes flexible stops at sites like the Gestapo headquarters, the Ritz, the Jeu de Paume, and Place de la Concorde, with time to ask questions and linger where you're interested. Small groups (max 10 people) mean you're talking with the guide, not listening from the back of a crowd. Book at least two weeks ahead if your group is smaller than four people; closer to the date, the tour runs only if the minimum is already met.Is it for me?This tour suits anyone who wants to understand the occupation beyond dates and names—the why behind how people acted, the stories of resistance and collaboration, and the hidden marks of liberation still visible in Paris's streets. The small-group format and flexible itinerary mean you're not rushed, and the guide answers your questions in depth rather than delivering a scripted speech to a crowd.Free cancellationKids −100%from€ 90View ›
Paris Segway Tour: Grand Palais, Concorde & Eiffel Tower Ride
Paris Segway Tour: Grand Palais, Concorde & Eiffel Tower Ride★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (144)2h 30mYou’ll glide through Paris on a Segway tour with a local guide, rolling past icons like the Eiffel Tower and Grand Palais. Expect laughs over language slips, stories you won’t find in guidebooks, and sensory moments—from fresh bread to golden statues—that stick with you long after you’ve parked your Segway.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 75View ›
Paris to Sancerre: Wine & Cheese Day Trip with Local Winemakers
Paris to Sancerre: Wine & Cheese Day Trip with Local Winemakers★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (144)12hYou’ll taste fresh Crottin de Chavignol at a working goat farm, share stories with Sancerre winemakers over their best pours, linger over a classic French lunch in the village, and wander quiet streets with vineyard views. It’s not just about wine—it’s about slowing down and feeling part of this place for a day.Free cancellationfrom€ 390View ›
Paris: Private One-Hour Photo Shoot at Eiffel Tower or Montmartre
Paris: Private One-Hour Photo Shoot at Eiffel Tower or Montmartre★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (142)1hYou’ll wander iconic Paris locations with a local photographer who makes you feel at ease — whether you’re solo or with someone you love. Expect laughter over language slips, candid shots against famous backdrops like Montmartre or the Eiffel Tower, and small moments you’ll want to keep forever. The session includes 30 professionally edited photos sent to your inbox.Free cancellationKids −25%from€ 125View ›
Paris: Private Photo Shoot at Eiffel Tower & Iconic Spots
Paris: Private Photo Shoot at Eiffel Tower & Iconic Spots★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (142)30m–2hYou’ll wander Paris with a local photographer who knows all the best angles—Eiffel Tower, Pont Alexandre III, or even tucked-away cafés if you want. You’ll get hundreds of candid shots to choose from and your favorite moments professionally retouched. It’s less about stiff poses and more about capturing how Paris really feels around you.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 70View ›
Paris: Wine & Cheese Tasting Latin Quarter Small Group
Paris: Wine & Cheese Tasting Latin Quarter Small Group★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (139)1h 30mYou’ll sit down in a tucked-away Paris wine shop for a relaxed small-group tasting led by an actual sommelier. Try four French wines paired with local cheeses — some names you’ll probably forget but flavors you won’t. Expect laughter, new friends, and maybe one pairing that surprises you long after you leave.Free cancellationfrom€ 62View ›
Paris Baking Class: Croissants & Baguettes near Eiffel Tower
Paris Baking Class: Croissants & Baguettes near Eiffel Tower★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (137)2hYou'll learn lamination, baguette shaping, and the difference between bread flours and yeast from a French baker in a small group of up to eight people. The class includes hands-on practice with sweet and savory tastings, takes place in a real bakery near the Eiffel Tower, and lasts around two hours. Book this if you want to understand how croissants actually work instead of just eating them.Is it for me?This works well if you want to understand how French pastries are actually made rather than just follow a recipe at home—the baker's techniques and the small group size mean you'll see and feel the difference between lamination done right and done wrong, and you'll taste why it matters.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 90View ›
Paris: Gourmet Sightseeing Lunch Bus Tour & Eiffel Views
Paris: Gourmet Sightseeing Lunch Bus Tour & Eiffel Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.50 (137)1h 30mYou’ll settle into your own window seat on a glass-roofed bus as Paris drifts by—the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Grand Palais—all while savoring a four-course French lunch. Expect laughter with your guide, local music in the background, and moments where you’ll forget you’re even moving. It’s Parisian sightseeing with a side of warmth and real flavor.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −33%from€ 75View ›
Versailles Palace Tour: Fast-Track Entry & Gardens with Guide
Versailles Palace Tour: Fast-Track Entry & Gardens with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (136)2hYou meet your guide at the palace entrance, skip the entry queues with timed access, and walk through the Grand Apartments and Hall of Mirrors with expert context on court life and royal image-making. After the guided portion, you're free to wander the formal gardens, the Grand Trianon, and Le Petit Trianon at your own pace, with no schedule pressure and no crowds pushing you along.Is it for me?Book this if you want the palace explained by someone who knows it, but don't want to be shepherded through the gardens on a schedule — the guided section gives you the story, and the self-guided time afterward gives you the freedom to linger or move on as you choose.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −43%from€ 62View ›
Louis Vuitton Foundation Paris
Louis Vuitton Foundation Paris★★★★★★★★★★ 4.59 (135)2h–3hYou’ll skip long lines at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris and walk through Jardin d’Acclimatation with a local guide sharing stories about art and architecture. Enjoy fast-track entry to world-class exhibitions and relax in peaceful gardens after your visit. The mix of culture, nature, and easy access makes this an afternoon you’ll remember—especially when you catch yourself smiling at small moments along the way.Free cancellationfrom€ 41View ›
Paris: Covered Passages Walking Tour & Seine Cruise Option
Paris: Covered Passages Walking Tour & Seine Cruise Option★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (135)1h 30mYou walk through five hidden covered passages in central Paris with a local guide who explains the architecture and history at each stop. The tour includes a shuttle for transportation and covers Galerie Vivienne, Passage Choiseul, Passage des Panoramas, Passage Jouffroy, and Passage Verdeau. You can add a one-hour Seine river cruise ticket valid for a year, redeemable whenever you return to Paris.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Paris beyond the main landmarks and prefer a guide to navigate the passages and explain their history. The shuttle handles transportation, so you don't need to figure out the Metro or manage luggage between stops.Free cancellationBest valuefrom€ 37View ›
Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Tour with Glass Lift & Guide
Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Tour with Glass Lift & Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (132)2hYou’ll ride a glass elevator with your small group to the very top of the Eiffel Tower, guided by a local who brings Paris’ history alive along the way. Touch cold iron beams, peer into Gustave Eiffel’s recreated office, and linger as long as you want after—the city looks different from up here.Free cancellationKids −15%from€ 129View ›
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