Paris Covered Passages: Hidden Gems Tour

Unearth the hidden treasures of Paris with ExperienceFirst as we guide you through the city’s secret gems – the covered passages. Discover the history and charm of Galerie Vivienne, Passage Choiseul, Passage des Panoramas, Passage Jouffroy, and Passage Verdeau.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Galerie Vivienne - Explore the neoclassical Galerie Vivienne, a national monument brimming with luxury boutiques.
  • Passage Choiseul - Marvel at over 600 feet of sunlit shops beneath the glass roof of Passage Choiseul.
  • Passage des Panoramas - Visit Passage des Panoramas, established in 1799, renowned for its intricate architecture and…
What's Included
  • Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour
  • Optional upgrade for a narrated Seine river cruise, good for a year from the tour date
  • Experienced, local guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join ExperienceFirst on a discovery of Paris’ hidden treasures – the covered passages.
We begin our journey at the Galerie Vivienne, boasting a neoclassic architectural style, which has been a part of the city since 1823. We then move on to Passage Choiseul, where an array of sun-drenched shops stretch over 600 feet beneath an impressive glass roof….

Location
Place des Petits Pères
Please meet us in front of the big church at the following address: Place des Petits-Pères, 75002 Paris. Your guide will be holding an orange sign with “ExperienceFirst” written on it. For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: Pl. des Petits-Pères, 75002 Paris.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cloud58
Mar 25, 2026
Arcades of quirky shops - Interesting part of Paris that you could easily miss. Maria was full of stories which bought the area alive.
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Northstar02717314451
Mar 14, 2026
Loved it! - I love this tour and guide! I would definitely go to some of her recommended restaurants and shoos.
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K1k1d
Mar 13, 2026
Great time with Benedicte! - Ben was such a great tour guide! She made the whole tour fun with her friendly personality, funny jokes and knowledge about Parisian history. We had such a good time and definitely recommend her tour of the covered passageways!
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Peter_j
Mar 12, 2026
Don’t miss this! - Be prepared to learn much more than just covered shopping… much more. Our guide was far more than knowledgeable, she was a joy, a riot, and a very sharp observer of humanity.
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834manonw
Feb 26, 2026
Recommended - Top guide Maria tells a lot about the passages. Has humor and attention to the group.
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Esm42
Feb 19, 2026
Very Interesting and Enjoyable - Ben was very helpful and enthusiastic about her city. These passages are beautiful and interesting. I doubt I could have found the without help.
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Edk320
Jan 31, 2026
Paris Cover Passages - We enjoyed learning about the Covered Passages walking tour with Ben today. She is enthusiastic & animated about the history of these beautiful sections that date back to the early 1800’s.
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Elizabethmi4281qz
Dec 11, 2025
Informative tour - Fanny gave an excellent and informative tour. We enjoyed it very much. She told detailed stories explaining the history of all the places she took us.
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381bendeg_zs
Oct 27, 2025
Passages are cool - Maria was great! Super informative and funny. We checked 6 historic passages of Paris, with a lot of small boutiques and libraries selling all sorts curiosities and artful souvenirs.
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Sarah_d
Jan 5, 2026
Great guide - Fanny was an excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable and engaging. I enjoyed that she discussed the history of the passages and why they came about. It is an interesting tour but pretty short. Of course, it was freezing the day we went!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).