Paris Local Districts and Stories Off the Beaten Track Guided Bike Tour
by Bike About Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€90Overview
This guided bike tour in Paris lasts between three and three and a half hours and covers local districts and stories off the beaten track. The tour begins with a meeting at Le Peloton café for check-in and a brief introduction. From there, riders start cycling near the Hotel de Ville, where the bikes are stored, allowing a close view of this historic building. The route continues through the Marais district with several stops to explain its history and culture, including a visit to the Wall of Philip II Augustus, one of the oldest remaining parts of Paris' ancient fortifications. Next, the tour stops at Place des Vosges, a park that was once home to royals and a famous novelist. The ride proceeds to Place de la Bastille, located on the site of the former Bastille Prison, with information about its role in the French Revolution. Cyclists then navigate the narrow streets of the Latin Quarter, known for its academic history. The tour includes a visit to Jardin des Plantes, the city's botanical gardens, followed by the Paris Mosque and its gardens, which are closed during holidays reserved for prayer. Riders also see the Arenes de Lutece, an ancient Roman amphitheater that once seated 15,000 people. The route continues around the Ile de la Cite, passing behind Notre Dame Cathedral to observe the reconstruction progress and learn about its architectural history. The final stop is the small streets of Ile Saint-Louis, offering a quieter area of the city with historical context provided throughout. The tour includes a local guide, use of a bicycle, and helmet. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Participants should arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time. The tour operates in all weather conditions, with rain ponchos available if needed.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bike About Tours
Guests meet at Le Peloton café for check-in and a brief welcome. The café offers waffles and craft coffee before the ride starts.
5 min
Hotel de Ville
Bicycles are stored underneath the Hotel de Ville, allowing participants to view the building up close before departing.
5 min
Le Marais
The tour pauses at several spots in the Marais district where guides explain the area's history and cultural significance.
5 min
Wall of Philip II Augustus
Participants see remaining sections of one of Paris' oldest defensive walls, built under King Philip II Augustus.
5 min
Place des Vosges
This stop highlights the park that was formerly the residence of royalty and a well-known novelist.
5 min
Place de la Bastille
Riders stop within the area where the Bastille Prison once stood and learn about its importance during the French Revolution.
5 min
Latin Quarter
The group cycles through the narrow, historic streets of the Latin Quarter, known for its academic heritage.
Jardin-des-Plantes
The tour enters Paris' botanical gardens, offering views of its wide variety of plants and garden layouts.
5 min
La Mosquee de Paris
Participants visit the Paris Mosque and explore its gardens unless it is a holiday reserved for prayer.
5 min
Arenes de Lutece
The ancient Roman amphitheater is shown, which once held seating for 15,000 spectators.
5 min
Ile de la Cite
Cyclists ride behind Notre Dame on this central island of Paris.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The tour circles around the back of Notre Dame, viewing ongoing reconstruction and learning about its architectural history.
5 min
Ile Saint-Louis
The tour finishes with a ride through the small streets of Ile Saint-Louis, with historical commentary on the quiet island.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Paris Local Districts and Stories Off the Beaten Track Guided Bike Tour
by Bike About Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€90Overview
This guided bike tour in Paris lasts between three and three and a half hours and covers local districts and stories off the beaten track. The tour begins with a meeting at Le Peloton café for check-in and a brief introduction. From there, riders start cycling near the Hotel de Ville, where the bikes are stored, allowing a close view of this historic building. The route continues through the Marais district with several stops to explain its history and culture, including a visit to the Wall of Philip II Augustus, one of the oldest remaining parts of Paris' ancient fortifications. Next, the tour stops at Place des Vosges, a park that was once home to royals and a famous novelist. The ride proceeds to Place de la Bastille, located on the site of the former Bastille Prison, with information about its role in the French Revolution. Cyclists then navigate the narrow streets of the Latin Quarter, known for its academic history. The tour includes a visit to Jardin des Plantes, the city's botanical gardens, followed by the Paris Mosque and its gardens, which are closed during holidays reserved for prayer. Riders also see the Arenes de Lutece, an ancient Roman amphitheater that once seated 15,000 people. The route continues around the Ile de la Cite, passing behind Notre Dame Cathedral to observe the reconstruction progress and learn about its architectural history. The final stop is the small streets of Ile Saint-Louis, offering a quieter area of the city with historical context provided throughout. The tour includes a local guide, use of a bicycle, and helmet. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Participants should arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time. The tour operates in all weather conditions, with rain ponchos available if needed.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bike About Tours
Guests meet at Le Peloton café for check-in and a brief welcome. The café offers waffles and craft coffee before the ride starts.
5 min
Hotel de Ville
Bicycles are stored underneath the Hotel de Ville, allowing participants to view the building up close before departing.
5 min
Le Marais
The tour pauses at several spots in the Marais district where guides explain the area's history and cultural significance.
5 min
Wall of Philip II Augustus
Participants see remaining sections of one of Paris' oldest defensive walls, built under King Philip II Augustus.
5 min
Place des Vosges
This stop highlights the park that was formerly the residence of royalty and a well-known novelist.
5 min
Place de la Bastille
Riders stop within the area where the Bastille Prison once stood and learn about its importance during the French Revolution.
5 min
Latin Quarter
The group cycles through the narrow, historic streets of the Latin Quarter, known for its academic heritage.
Jardin-des-Plantes
The tour enters Paris' botanical gardens, offering views of its wide variety of plants and garden layouts.
5 min
La Mosquee de Paris
Participants visit the Paris Mosque and explore its gardens unless it is a holiday reserved for prayer.
5 min
Arenes de Lutece
The ancient Roman amphitheater is shown, which once held seating for 15,000 spectators.
5 min
Ile de la Cite
Cyclists ride behind Notre Dame on this central island of Paris.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The tour circles around the back of Notre Dame, viewing ongoing reconstruction and learning about its architectural history.
5 min
Ile Saint-Louis
The tour finishes with a ride through the small streets of Ile Saint-Louis, with historical commentary on the quiet island.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.