Paris: Vintage Citroën 2CV Private Tour with Pickup

Summary

Paris icons & secret corners from a classic 2CV with stories

You’ll ride through Paris in a vintage Citroën 2CV with a local guide who shares real stories—not just facts—about places like Montmartre and Bastille. Expect soft seats, open windows, hotel pickup and drop-off, plus small surprises along the way that make Paris feel personal. It’s not just sightseeing; it’s sharing laughter and little moments you’ll remember.

What’s the experience like?

“You know, I didn’t expect to laugh so much in a car,” is how our driver Pierre started as we squeezed into the little Citroën 2CV outside our hotel in Paris. The seats were softer than they looked—sort of like old corduroy, if that makes sense. He wore this striped Saint James shirt and a grin that made me feel like we’d known him for years. We rolled down the windows (they flip up, which is weirdly satisfying) and rattled off towards Montmartre. I caught a whiff of fresh croissants somewhere near Moulin Rouge—maybe it was just my imagination or maybe someone had just opened their bakery door.

Pierre’s stories tumbled out as fast as the city passed by: why the Bastille matters to Parisians, which bridge lovers still lock their hearts to (even though they’re not supposed to). At Sacré-Cœur he pointed out the steps where locals sun themselves after work, and at Île Saint-Louis he slowed so we could hear street musicians playing something slow and sad on an accordion. There was this moment at Place de la Bastille when the light hit the cobblestones just right—I don’t know why but I remember thinking, “This is what postcards try to capture.”

The best part? No crowds pressed against us—just us, Pierre’s running commentary (sometimes hilarious, sometimes poetic), and Paris sliding by through that quirky windshield. We zipped past the Arc de Triomphe, then into quieter neighborhoods where people actually live. Three hours felt both long and way too short. Even now I can almost hear the engine’s gentle chugging when I close my eyes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Paris vintage car tour highlights

• Pass by Moulin Rouge
• Visit Sacré-Cœur Basilica
• Stop at Place de la Bastille
• Visit Arènes de Lutèce
• Pass by Hôtel de Sens
• Pass by Île Saint-Louis
• Pass by Panthéon
• Pass by Fontaine Saint-Sulpice
• Pass by Quartier Saint-Germain-des-Prés
• Pass by Pont-Neuf
• Pass by Musée d'Orsay
• Pass by Assemblée Nationale
• Pass by Place Vauban
• Stop at Place Jacques Rueff
• Stop at Place du Trocadéro-et-du-11-Novembre
• Pass by Arc de Triomphe
• Pass by Place Gérard-Oury
• Pass by Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche
• Pass by Pont Bir-hakeim
• Pass by Bastille

Top questions

How long does the private Citroën 2CV tour in Paris last?

The tour lasts around three hours from pickup to drop-off.

Is hotel pickup included for this Paris 2CV tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included within Paris districts 75001 to 75020.

Which landmarks are visited during the tour?

The route covers places like Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Moulin Rouge, Bastille, Île Saint-Louis, Arc de Triomphe and more.

Are blankets provided if it's cold during the tour?

Yes, blankets are available when it's cold; in hot weather you can enjoy open windows instead.

Can infants or small children join this private Paris car tour?

Yes, infants can ride in a stroller or pram; infant seats are available on request.

Is this vintage car tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, all physical fitness levels can join since most of the time is spent riding in the car.

Are there flexible departure times for this Paris 2CV experience?

You can choose from several departure times in the morning, afternoon or evening.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere within central Paris (districts 75001–75020), a private guide behind the wheel of your vintage Citroën 2CV (yes—the one with those funny windows), cozy blankets if it’s chilly or open-air rides if it’s warm out. All transport is covered so you can just sit back and watch Paris roll by without worrying about logistics.