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Where Paris was Born: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Île de la Cité

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Overview

Discover the neighbourhood where Paris was born with this affordable walking tour.

• See how the city transformed from a small settlement along the Seine River into one of the most charming places in the world
• Hear from producer Annie Sargent, a tour guide and producer of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast whose passion for France’s history inspired him to craft this bestselling VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to Île de la Cité: Where Paris Was Born tour
  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/Drink
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Pont des Arts & Quai François Mitterrand
Paris, France

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End point

7 Quai de l'Archevêché
75004 Paris, France

What To Expect

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Ile de la Cite (pass by)

The tour takes place in Paris' Île de la Cité.
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Pont des Arts (pass by)

This bridge used to be laden with “love-locks”. Couples came to the bridge with special locks that were usually inscribed with their names, locked them on the bridge and then threw the keys in the river. This would presumably ensure that their love would last.
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Pont Neuf (pass by)

The tour takes you over Pont Neuf.
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Statue equestre d'Henri IV (pass by)

Under the Equestrian Statue of Henri IV, on one side you'll see a bas-relief panel that shows a humble Henri IV bringing loaves of bread to the people of Paris after a siege. What the picture doesn’t explain is that HE was the one who had put Paris under siege!
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Square du Vert-Galant (pass by)

The park on the tip of Île de la Cité is called the Square du Vert-Galant. We use the word “square” in French to mean a small park but the Square du Vert-Galant is actually triangular!
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Saule Pleureur de la Pointe (pass by)

The tour passes by the Saule Pleureur de la Pointe.
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Place Dauphine (pass by)

Place Dauphine plaza was financed by Henri IV and named “The Dauphin” after his son Louis who would become Louis XIII.
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Restaurant Paul (pass by)

The tour passes by the Maison Paul restaurant.
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Palais de Justice de Paris (pass by)

Palais de Justice means courthouse, but it's no ordinary courthouse. It's the Cour de Cassation, one of the highest jurisdictions in the country.
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Quai de l'Horloge (pass by)

The tour passes by Quai de l’Horloge.
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Conciergerie (pass by)

The Conciergerie Museum is where you can learn about the French Revolution and Marie-Antoinette. It's a must-see for people who have an interest in the French Revolution.
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Sainte-Chapelle (pass by)

Inside the Sainte Chapelle you'll see the most spectacular Gothic stained-glass windows in the world. On a sunny day it feels like you're walking through a kaleidoscope!
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Crypte Archéologique de l'İle de la Cité (pass by)

The tour passes by Archaeological crypt of the Île de la Cité.
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris (pass by)

As you may know, the Cathedral was severely damaged by a fire in April 2019 and is in the process of being renovated. As a result, access to the Cathedral is now limited and you can only see it from the north and east side.
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Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation (pass by)

The Deportation Martyrs Memorial is a somber tribute to all the French Jews that were captured in France and sent to Germany to die during WWII.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Where Paris was Born: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Île de la Cité?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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