Paris City Tours – Glorious Ways To Discover The City Of Light

If it's your first time in Paris, or if you want to see a lot in a short time, or if you simply want to sit back and let someone else do the driving, then one of these recommended city tours should be just the thing for you. On the other hand, if you'd like an activity where you do the steering — and the pedalling — take a look at the bicycle tours we recommend.

The 5 Best Paris City Tours

With so much to do and see in Paris, it's sometimes hard to know what to choose. We're here to help, with a guide to the top activities that allow you to take in all the marvelous sights and where everything's been arranged for you. Learn from an expert guide while you cruise the river, ride a bike, even drink champagne. There's something for everyone.

Paris Two-Wheel Tours

Paris is a relatively flat city (Montmartre excepted), so it's easy to peddle around, and one of the best ways to see the sights. On a bike you feel like you're a part of the city, while getting around faster than walking — especially when you're following an expert guide who really knows the ins and outs of the city. We've collected our fave two-wheel tours, including a night bike tour of Paris that includes a Seine River Cruise. Read all about it.

Touring in the Iconic Citroën 2CV

You'll recognize one as soon as you see it — the Citroën 2CV is the most iconic car ever produced in France. So, take the opportunity to see Paris through the windows (and the open top!) as your private driver chauffeurs you around the see the sights of the city. There's always time to stop for photos and snacks, of course.

Hop-on, Hop-off, Open-Top Buses

Normally, we don't like bus tours, but this is a whole different animal. These open-topped buses travel the most interesting routes of the city and give you a chance to quickly get an extensive overview. They're a great way to get a feeling for Paris, especially with the view available on the top deck.

The buses make many stops, allowing you to get on and off wherever and whenever you choose, setting your own itinerary.

Horse & Carriage Ride In Paris

It's not a dream! You are actually riding in a horse-drawn carriage in Paris — from the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe to Champs Elysées and Trocadero. The carriage travels at a slow trot while you sit back and relax. You can choose a 1-hour ride, a 2-hour ride, or (our favourite) the 90-minute Royal ride with champagne. Who back home is going to believe you actually did this?