An original and original way to discover the many facets of Paris is to follow in the footsteps of the great writers, painters, musicians and even fashion designers who have made the capital their home, for a moment or a lifetime.
Over the centuries, Paris has been the muse of many an artist , who drew inspiration not only from their strolls through the streets of the City of Light, but also from their encounters in Parisian cafés, restaurants and salons - whether public or intimate. Just like the architects who shaped the city according to their ideas and left their mark, still visible today.
Paris has witnessed many historic periods, and has been home to some of the most influential figures in its history, such as the kings and queens of France. Some of these historic sites are still standing, decades or even centuries later, while others have closed or been destroyed.
One thing's for sure, these themed walks will get you out in the fresh air and educate you at the same time - rather pleasant, don't you think? Discover Paris in the footsteps of personalities who have left their mark on history.
A walk in Balzac's footsteps in Paris, from the rue Visconti printing works to the secrets of Passy
For Honoré de Balzac, Paris was a theater of exiles, frenzied creations and secret refuges. Between debts, pseudonyms and reinventions, the novelist left imprints that the capital has preserved. Explore Balzac's Parisian sites, from homes to hideaways, from public tributes to relics. [Read more]
In the footsteps of Catherine and Marie de Medici in Paris: a stroll in the footsteps of the Italian queens
Catherine and Marie de Medici left their mark on 16th- and 17th-century Paris. From the Tuileries to the aqueduct and the Medici Fountain, they shaped the capital, leaving an architectural and symbolic legacy that can still be seen today. [Read more]
Walk in the footsteps of Gustave Caillebotte, Impressionist painter, in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Follow in the footsteps of Gustave Caillebotte, an Impressionist painter and discreet patron of the arts, who captured modern beauty with the rigor of an architect and the sensitivity of a poet, from Haussmann's Paris to the peaceful banks of the Seine in Yerres and Gennevilliers. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Paul Verlaine in Paris, a literary and intimate itinerary
From his Spartan lodgings to his wanderings and posthumous tributes, this stroll retraces Verlaine's emblematic places in Paris. [Read more]
A stroll in the footsteps of Arthur Rimbaud in Paris, wanderings and bursts between Montmartre and the Seine
Arthur Rimbaud, poet genius and rebel, left a fleeting but intense imprint on the streets of Paris, from his first literary clashes to his drifting nights with Verlaine. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Jacques Prévert in Paris, the poet in the city
From Cité Véron to literary walks, follow in Jacques Prévert's footsteps through the streets of Paris, in search of the poet's imprint. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Alain Bashung in Paris, the singer of the working-class neighborhoods
Alain Bashung left his mark on Paris, particularly in the 18th and 20th arrondissements. Discover the traces of his passage. [Read more]
A stroll in the footsteps of Guillaume Apollinaire in Paris, a poetic stroll & the murmur of the Pont Mirabeau
From his homes in Montmartre to the Pont Mirabeau, discover Guillaume Apollinaire's footsteps in the streets of Paris. [Read more]
Walk in the footsteps of Georges Méliès in Paris, illusions, studios and toy store
Inventor of fairytale cinema, Georges Méliès shaped the imaginary world of 7ᵉ art from his Parisian dreams. Between Boulevard Saint-Martin, Montreuil and the museum dedicated to him, explore the places where the cinema magician lived, filmed and dreamed. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of André Breton in Paris, surrealism incarnate in the city
Paris was a city of waking dreams for André Breton, a place where he flirted with the invisible and drifted poetically. From his studio on rue Fontaine to the plaques that recall bygone days, this itinerary describes the addresses, tributes and memories that make up the poet's Paris. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Romain Gary in Paris, from Île Saint-Louis to rue du Bac
Paris was the discreet stage in the life of Romain Gary, the novelist with a thousand faces. From his apartments on the rue du Bac to his refuge on the Île Saint-Louis, discover the Paris Gary lived in and that his admirers continue to visit. [Read more]
Walking in Emile Zola's footsteps in Paris, from the Latin Quarter to the shadow of the Pantheon
Émile Zola, a major figure of naturalism and social commitment, set his novels in a changing Paris. From his Parisian homes to his public battles, from commemorative plaques to the avenues that bear his name, here's an itinerary to discover how the capital still bears the novelist's imprint. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Alfred de Musset in Paris, from the Latin Quarter to Parc Monceau
Born and died in Paris, Alfred de Musset is one of the most intimate faces of Parisian Romanticism. From the streets of his childhood to his tomb in Père-Lachaise, via the literary salons of the time, Paris bears the traces of his passionate wanderings. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of George Sand in Paris, from the salons to the Musée de la Vie Romantique
Although George Sand is often associated with Nohant, Paris remains for her the place of ideas, free love and commitment. Discover the Parisian places where the author lived, loved and campaigned, as well as the tributes the capital still pays her today. [Read more]
Stroll in Hemingway's footsteps in Paris, in the legendary cafés of the Lost Generation
During the Roaring Twenties, Paris was for Ernest Hemingway a city of flashes and perdition, of lively alleyways and nocturnal cafés. From his modest apartments to the mythical meeting places of the "Lost Generation", follow in his footsteps through the capital. [Read more]
Stroll in Boris Vian's Parisian footsteps, jazz clubs, cabarets and mythical apartment
From the cellars of Saint-Germain-des-Prés to the jazz clubs of today, via his poem-apartment behind the Moulin Rouge, follow in Boris Vian's footsteps in the Paris of yesteryear. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Erik Satie in Paris, the golden age of bohemian Montmartre
An eccentric composer and figure of artistic Paris during the Belle Époque, Erik Satie left discreet traces that are capable of rekindling the imagination. From his tiny Montmartre rooms to the Chat Noir cabaret, plunge into the musician's intimate Paris. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Charles Aznavour in Paris, from the heights of Montmartre to the stages of the world
Paris carries with it Charles Aznavour's childhood memories, his intimate landmarks and the recent tributes that have anchored him firmly in Parisian history. Discover these memorial sites scattered across the capital. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Jacques Brel in Paris, from the Cité Lemercier to mythical stages
Even though Jacques Brel was Belgian by birth, Paris played a major role in his artistic career, from the small Hôtel du Chalet to the bistro Au Rêve, via the legendary Olympia stage. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of France Gall and Michel Berger in Paris, of love and music
An alley in the Parc Monceau, a shared tomb in Montmartre, song studios... Paris keeps the discreet footprints of France Gall and Michel Berger in its streets. [Read more]
Following in Romy Schneider's footsteps in Paris, from a discreet apartment to a dedicated street
Paris retains traces of Romy Schneider's life, from her last home to the street named after her. Here's what you can still discover in the capital today to retrace her steps. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Jean-Paul Belmondo in Paris, the imprint of a "Magnificent" on the city
Even though Jean-Paul Belmondo was born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Paris played an essential role in his career. From 39 quai d'Orsay to the promenade of the Bir-Hakeim bridge, via the church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this urban stroll retraces the Parisian landmarks that tell the story of his life. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of the Freemasons in Paris: symbols, mysteries and heritage
Since the 18th century, Freemasonry has been discreetly shaping the contours of Parisian life. Between hidden lodges, committed personalities and symbols engraved on facades, Paris is a Masonic capital. Follow in the footsteps of the Freemasons, to read between the stones and discover this initiatory Paris. [Read more]
Paris strolls in the footsteps of the great feminist figures who have left their mark on history
Follow in the footsteps of the great women and feminists who have left their mark on French history, discovering the intimate and public places of their lives, in the heart of Paris. [Read more]
Following in Frédéric Chopin's footsteps in Paris, from the salons to the Polish library
Explore the Parisian landmarks associated with Frédéric Chopin, from his modest apartment to the salons of society and the historic tributes he paid. The composer left his mark on the capital. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of François Truffaut in Paris, from the Cinémathèque to the library named after him
From the places of his childhood to the iconic sites of his films, and his deep connection with the Cinémathèque Française, follow in the footsteps of François Truffaut in Paris. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Juliette Gréco in Paris, between jazz clubs and intimate addresses
Take a tour of the Parisian landmarks that marked Juliette Gréco's intimate and artistic life, from her literary havens to the urban tributes that have been paid to her, and discover why the muse of Saint-Germain-des-Prés remains an inseparable figure of the City of Light. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Agnès Varda in Paris, studio-laboratory and photo studio in the heart of the 14th arrondissement.
Immerse yourself in the Parisian places that were once home to Agnès Varda: her courtyard studio on rue Daguerre, the sets for 'Cléo de 5 à 7' and her poetic tomb. In fact, discover how the capital nurtured her visual and intimate sensibility in her photos and films. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Marguerite Duras in Paris, between anarchist revolt and places of transmission
Explore the Parisian sites that shaped Marguerite Duras's intimate and intellectual existence, from her apartment on rue Saint-Benoît to the street that now bears her name. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Jean-Luc Godard in Paris, Latin Quarter cinemas and film locations
Filming locations in the Latin Quarter, film clubs, intimate addresses and tributes... Discover the Paris of Jean-Luc Godard, where the spirit of the Nouvelle Vague and the audacity of this iconic filmmaker still resonate today. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Marcel Proust, in search of Proustian Paris
Marcel Proust, author of À la recherche du temps perdu, left many traces in Paris, from his apartments on Boulevard Haussmann to his tomb in Père-Lachaise. A literary stroll that starts now. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Françoise Sagan in Paris, from the Latin Quarter to fashionable Paris
Discover the places in Paris that shaped Françoise Sagan's intimate, creative and collective life. Cafés, apartments, private mansions and landmark addresses in Paris. [Read more]
A walk in Barbara's footsteps in Paris, melancholy and mythical post-war cabarets
Follow in Barbara's footsteps in Paris, from her childhood in the 17ᵉ arrondissement to the alley bearing her name in Les Batignolles, to her much-visited tomb in the Paris suburbs. [Read more]
Stroll in the footsteps of Georges Brassens in Paris, from the Bobino stage to the bucolic park
Embark on a journey through the Parisian sites that shaped the life and work of Georges Brassens, from the impasse Florimont to the great park that bears his name, between intimate memories and public resonances. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Serge Gainsbourg in Paris, from the 20th arrondissement to the house on rue de Verneuil
Immerse yourself in Serge Gainsbourg's iconic Paris locations, from his childhood in the 20ᵉ arrondissement to the famous 5 bis rue de Verneuil, discover the intimate addresses and public works that embody his mythical career. [Read more]
Stroll in Colette's footsteps in Paris, the Palais-Royal gardens from her balcony
Immerse yourself in the Parisian sites that forged Colette's intimate and literary life, from her apartments in the Palais-Royal to the square and alley bearing her name, to relive the trajectory of this free-spirited, sensual woman with deep roots in the capital. [Read more]
A stroll in the footsteps of Jean-Paul Sartre in Paris, from Café de Flore to Montparnasse
What if Jean-Paul Sartre had never really left the streets of Paris? Between statues, mythical cafés and squares bearing his name, explore the City of Light through the emblematic places linked to the philosopher. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Albert Camus in Paris, between exile and resistance
Discover the Parisian places associated with Albert Camus - hotels, cafés, apartments, plaques and streets - to reconnect with the writer's intimate and committed life, between exile and humanist commitment. [Read more]
A walk in the footsteps of Simone de Beauvoir in Paris, between feminism, emancipation and free thought
Explore the major sites linked to Simone de Beauvoir in Paris, from her writings to urban tributes, and discover how this philosopher and novelist became an enduring icon of feminism and free thought. [Read more]
A poetic stroll in the footsteps of Jean Cocteau in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Stroll in the enchanting footsteps of Jean Cocteau in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Discover his surprising universe, from his poetic haven in Milly-la-Forêt to his works on view in the four corners of Paris. A tale full of fantasy and legend. [Read more]
Claude Monet in Paris and Ile-de-France, a walk in the footsteps of the Impressionist painter
Between the banks of the Seine in Argenteuil, the peaceful shores of Vétheuil and the smoke of the Saint-Lazare train station, Claude Monet, master Impressionist, left behind a living heritage. Let's follow in his footsteps, from house museums to unspoilt landscapes, to rediscover the emotion of his canvases, some of the most famous in the world. [Read more]
In the footsteps of Louis XIV, a tour of the Sun King's legacy in Paris and the Yvelines region
Louis XIV shaped Paris and the Île-de-France region in his own image, leaving behind an exceptional architectural legacy. From Versailles to Place Vendôme, from the splendor of Marly to the golden domes of Les Invalides, the Sun King transformed the region into a jewel box of prestige and grandeur, which you are invited to rediscover on a stroll in his footsteps! [Read more]
In the footsteps of Victor Baltard, a walk around the legacy of the Second Empire architect
An architect of iron and glass during the Second Empire, Victor Baltard shaped modern Paris with his monumental pavilions and bold churches. While his Les Halles masterpiece has disappeared, his legacy lives on in the Île-de-France region, from Parisian domes to the metal structures of Nogent-sur-Marne. [Read more]
In the footsteps of Charles Baudelaire, a stroll through Paris in the footsteps of the accursed poet
From the Latin Quarter, where he spent his childhood, to the Île Saint-Louis, to the Montparnasse cemetery where he is buried, follow in the footsteps of Charles Baudelaire, the cursed poet whose verses still touch people today. [Read more]
Following in the footsteps of Niki de Saint-Phalle, painter and sculptor of the Nanas, in Paris
Artist, painter, engraver, sculptor... Niki de Saint-Phalle left a lasting mark on the Parisian artistic landscape, which still bears witness to her work to this day. We follow in the footsteps of this major artistic figure, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Auguste Renoir in Paris & Île-de-France: places to visit around the famous Impressionist painter
Auguste Renoir is one of the great names of Impressionism in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: discover who he was, his must-see masterpieces, and explore the places he frequented or painted in the Paris region, between Montmartre, the banks of the Seine and the must-see museums. [Read more]
Paris: in the footsteps of Gustave Eiffel (and no, it's not just the Eiffel Tower!)
Everyone knows the Eiffel Tower, but did you know that Gustave Eiffel sowed treasures of ingenuity throughout Paris and the surrounding region? Bridges, stations, statues, buildings: discover the other face of the iron genius in the capital! [Read more]
In the footsteps of Hector Guimard in Paris & Île-de-France: the Art Nouveau legacy of the famous architect
Follow in the footsteps of Hector Guimard in Paris and the Île-de-France region: Art Nouveau subway entrances, emblematic villas, listed buildings... a unique architectural journey to the heart of 1900 heritage. [Read more]
In the footsteps of André Le Nôtre in Paris and the Île-de-France region: the legacy of the famous gardener
From Vaux-le-Vicomte to Versailles, landscape gardener André Le Nôtre is responsible for some of the most famous gardens in the Paris region. We take you along in the footsteps of this famous botanical architect, to discover the places to visit in Paris and the Île-de-France region. We conquer the art of the French garden. [Read more]
Places not to be missed for a bucolic stroll in Auvers-sur-Oise, in the footsteps of Van Gogh
Vincent Van Gogh spent the last days of his life in Auvers-sur-Oise, a few kilometers from Paris. This beautiful town is the perfect place for a stroll in the footsteps of one of the world's most famous painters. Van Gogh, like the city of Auvers, have not finished revealing all their secrets... [Read more]
Historical and literary stroll in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde in Paris
Walk in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde, Ireland's most famous writer, in Paris. Throughout his life, the artist forged a special bond with the capital, and it was here that he ended his life in complete solitude and destitution, in 1900. A lovely walk! [Read more]
Dalida: a walk in the footsteps of the legendary singer in Paris
More than 35 years after her death, Dalida continues to attract as many fans as ever to the capital's 18th arrondissement. From her mythical home to her tomb in the Montmartre cemetery and the bronze bust of the Place named after her... We invite you to follow in Dalida's footsteps on a unique tour of Paris. [Read more]
Édith Piaf: a walk in the footsteps of the legendary singer in Paris
With her inimitable voice, her legendary gouaille and her songs that went round the world, Édith Piaf undoubtedly left her mark on the history of French chanson. We invite you to follow in Édith Piaf's footsteps on a tour of Paris. [Read more]
A historical walk in the footsteps of Alexandre Dumas in Paris and the Île-de-France region
After the Three Musketeers, the Count of Monte Cristo has been adapted for the big screen. What better way to follow in the footsteps of the prolific writer Alexandre Dumas across the Île-de-France region! [Read more]
Napoleon in Paris: in the Emperor's footsteps
Napoleon I's reign was short, but intense: in just a few years, the Emperor managed to leave a lasting imprint on France. In Paris, this legacy is clearly visible. Hôtel des Invalides, Arc de Triomphe, Eglise de la Madeleine, rue de Rivoli... Let's take an imperial stroll through the streets of the capital. [Read more]
In the footsteps of Jeanne du Barry, King Louis XV's favorite, from Versailles to Louveciennes
Did you enjoy the film Jeanne du Barry, starring Johnny Depp and Maïwenn? Let us take you on a tour of the places where King Louis XV's favorite courtesan spent her life in the Île-de-France region! [Read more]
A guided tour in the footsteps of the Menier family in Paris: private mansions and hidden museum
Immerse yourself in the history of the Menier family during a guided tour that will take you through some superb mansions. This dynasty of chocolate makers and pharmacists has left an exceptional legacy in the capital and you will discover the most hidden museum in Paris in one of their homes! [Read more]
Discovery walk in Paris on the tracks of Molière
To mark Molière's 400th birthday, take a stroll around Paris in the footsteps of the great French playwright, and discover the many places that marked his life. [Read more]
Discover Paris in the footsteps of Victor Hugo
Take a stroll around Paris in the footsteps of the great French writer Victor Hugo, and discover the many places that marked his life. [Read more]
The legendary restaurants and cafés of artistic and literary Paris, historic addresses
Immerse yourself in the Paris of yesteryear, discovering the mythical and historic restaurants, bistros and cafés where artists, authors and intellectuals met. [Read more]
Discover the capital from an original angle with our ideas for cultural and themed walks in Paris! [Read more]
Cultural walks: Our ideas for original walks and themed tours in Paris
