Place du Chatelet

During this tasting, you'll get the chance to discover a large selection of wine representative of the French Terroir animated by an enthusiastic wine expert. This selection entails 5 white wines and 5 red wines: the opportunity to go around the most prestigious wine regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy and the Rhone Valley. You will also get to taste delicious hand-crafted cheeses from all over France including Brie, Blue cheese and fresh goat cheese from the Loire Valley. Enjoy this ultimate experience introducing French wine and cheese in an authentic location. You'll learn in a fun and informative way the tasting technics, how to choose wine and to pair it with cheese, the notion of AOP (the French regulation system), the different wine regions and how to distinguish the wine styles.

Climb aboard a comfortable city bike for a 3-hour tour of the “City of Lights” and pedal down some of the famous avenues and boulevards of Paris as laid down by Haussmann in the 19th century. A local guide will lead you along a route that also takes in back streets and secret alleys known only to Parisians. See famous landmarks from a different angle as you hear insightful stories about "La vie à Paris." Depart from near the Arc de Triomphe, and pedal the paths to the Trocadéro, Eiffel Tower, and Champs de Mars, the huge green space that cuts from the Eiffel Tower to the École Militaire. Pass Les Invalides, and see some of the historic bridges over the River Seine. Admire the gargoyles of the Notre-Dame de Paris, and pass the offices of the mayor at the Hotel de Ville. Continue to Place du Chatelet on the right banks of the Seine, before taking in the majesty of the Louvre and the modernity of the Centre Pompidou. End on the Champs Elysees, just like the bike riders of the Tour de France for a perfect photo finish.

Discover Le BHV Marais, the Parisian’s favorite department store. Go to the welcome desk on arrival to collect a pouch containing all your "good deals" vouchers. Then, set off independently and shop at leisure. Do you know this emblematic store? Le BHV Marais has a history dating back 160 years and is a part of the famous Galeries Lafayette group. An entry point into the cultural Marais district, the store is a major player on the international shopping scene, hosting a whole range of fashion, culture, design and gastronomy brands and services. Browse more than 2,000 brands. Save money at one of the most popular department stores in Paris as you enjoy some retail therapy at Le BHV Marais.  Browse more than 2,000 brands and take advantage of your 15% discount card to find bargains on a selection of items. When you need a break and some refreshments, head to the 3rd floor Marlette café and exchange your voucher for a tall drink and pastry for a mini price tag. Enjoy some quality time shopping at Le BHV Marais and benefit from services such as tax refund line jumps and a refund cash machine. If you purchase this package, Le BHV Marais offers you a special surprise: 15% off on a selection of brands.

Start the tour outside the beautiful Church of Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois. Learn how the bell of this church marked the beginning of the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre in 1572. Stroll down nearby Rue Saint Honoré, which was once used as a location for the public execution of criminals. Hear about the many notorious crime figures in Paris' long history. Learn more about the notorious "Gang des Tractions" of the early 20th century. Hear the story of one of their leaders, Pierre Loutrel, who was France's first "public enemy number 1." The audio guide provides clear audio directions and a map indicates directions to follow in real-time. If you wish to take a break, simply pause the app and resume the tour when you are ready. The audio tour finishes at the Hotel de Ville, the City Hall of Paris, which also hosted public executions in years past.

Decide what you’d like to see or do in Paris and let a guide create a unique half-day itinerary for you. This Paris experience is completely flexible and is designed for a group of up to 6. If you've ever wanted to see the countless gardens of Paris, tour the city’s ancient catacombs, enjoy a guided evening stroll through one of the historic areas, or take a private tour to see the Louvre's masterpieces, this private tour option is perfect for you. Your guide will meet you at a predetermined destination, which could be right in front of your hotel. Past tours have included visiting the chicest boutiques in Paris, hiking the hills of Montmartre, and taking in the city’s many markets. Whatever your interests are, a tour can be designed especially for you. All you need to do is book your tour online, and on the tour reservation page enter in a few of the destinations you’d like to visit, or a theme you’d like to pursue. Once your booking is confirmed, a tour specialist will get in touch to help plan your unique itinerary.