Paris, The French Revolution: Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Overview
The French Revolution had a ripple effect throughout history, and it all kicked off right here in Paris. On this walking tour through the Marais neighbourhood with Context Travel expert Georgia Dearden, you‘ll see where history was made and how catastrophic weather and a series of meteorological events sparked socio-political tensions that ultimately led to the revolution.
Decode symbolism in Place du Chatelet and unravel key events like the Reign of Terror and the beheading of the royal family. Pass by Musée Carnavalet and explore the birth of the National Assembly. Learn how climatic events, social injustice, and political upheaval converged to reshape history.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Place de la Bastille
75004 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
08 Boulevard du Palais
75001 Paris, France
The tour ends at the Palace of Justice.
What To Expect
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Place de la Bastille (pass by)
Place des Vosges (pass by)
Cour et Jardin de l'Hôtel de Sully (pass by)
Sully Hôtel Sté (pass by)
Place Ste. Catherine (pass by)
Musee Carnavalet - Histoire de Paris (pass by)
Coulée Verte René-Dumont (pass by)
Parish Church of Saint-Paul of Saint-Louis (pass by)
Hotel de Sens (pass by)
Hotel de Ville (pass by)
Courtyard of the City Hall (pass by)
Square of Saint-Jacques Tower (pass by)
Tour Saint-Jacques (pass by)
Place du Chatelet (pass by)
Pont au Change (pass by)
Palais de Justice de Paris (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Lifetime access to this tour in English.
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation.
- Food and drink.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris, The French Revolution: Self Guided Audio Walking Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris, The French Revolution: Self Guided Audio Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
