Customized Paris Private Tours - Licensed Local Guides

Custom Private Tours in Paris with a Licensed Guide and Private Driver Option

Private Tour Guide Paris:  Enjoy customized private tours in Paris with a licensed local guide for a unique and a truly authentic Parisian experience. Go beyond the surface with in-depth discussions, expert insights, and deep cultural and academic knowledge from a licensed tour guide certified by the French Ministry of Tourism. Your private tour in Paris is fully tailored to your interests, whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or in a small group. Explore top Paris landmarks, and hidden gems, savor gourmet foodie walks, wander historical neighborhoods, visit world-class art museums with exclusive access, and indulge in immersive private city tours by luxury car, or simply choose the Paris Highlights Tour with a private expert guide.

 

 

Hire Your Private Tour Guide in Paris !

Share a few details about your visit, and we will design a private tour tailored to your interests and schedule, with your own private tour guide. If you prefer, you can simply enjoy our Paris Highlights Private Tour of top monuments, iconic districts, and must-see attractions, with a licensed local guide.

 

 

Highly Qualified Private Guide for Quality Tours in Paris

Are you looking for a private guide who simply talks through a pre-set tour, pointing things out, or a truly customized experience with in-depth discussion and expert knowledge? PARIS BY EMY offers custom itineraries before arrival, adaptable on the go, delivering exceptional private tours in Paris.

From 3-hour private tour with a licensed guide

• €360 for a custom tour up to 6 Guests
• A licensed local guide just for you – 100% private tours
• Customized private tours designed around your preferences
• Hotel pickup and drop off or a meeting point that suits you
• A perfect MIX OF ALL your interests in one tour

Spontaneous Adventures on Your Private Paris Tour

We can adapt the itinerary on the go, allowing you to spend more time at places that captivate you or make spontaneous detours to discover hidden gems in Paris.

• Flexible tours on the go for your perfect Paris
• Curated Paris experiences that can change with your mood
• Private Tour Guide with customizable, and flexible itineraries

Private Tour in Paris in English with a Licensed Guide

Experience Paris with an expert private guide, conducted in flawless English, with personalized recommendations, tailored to your travel style.

• Flexible hours – half-day, full-day, morning, afternoon, or evening
• Discover what to see, do, and experience in Paris
• Where in the 20 arrondissements of Paris
• Day trips from Paris to Normandy or Champagne

 

The Most Iconic Paris Private Guided Tours

Discover our 10 Captivating Signature Tours of Paris, each perfectly tailored by your private guide.

• BEHIND-THE-SCENES – The legend through the visionaries who shaped its legacy
• HISTORICAL PARIS – Paris’s fascinating past, and oldest districts of Paris
• FRENCH CUISINE – Delicacies, food tour, Parisian restaurants, and cafés
• ART & MUSEUMS – Explore museums of science, history and visual arts
• SACRED PLACES – Home to 160 churches, the iconic Notre-Dame cathedral
• LANDMARKS – Paris’s top monuments, with the so famous Eiffel Tower
• SHOPPING – Paris’s shopping scene, from high fashion to artisanal treasures
• ENTERTAINMENT – From dazzling cabaret Moulin Rouge to Disneyland Paris
• GREEN PARIS – City’s green spaces, from lush parks to gardens and woods
• BEYOND PARIS – Venture to nearby like Normandy, Champagne, Loire Valley…

Experience Paris with a little MIX of what you crave for. From history, food, boutiques to iconic landmarks, Paris promises a memorable adventure for every visitor.

 

Private Tours in Paris – Designed Just for You or Enjoy the Highlights

Before you get to Paris, your private guide tailors the tour with personalized recommendations, a suggested Paris travel itinerary, and efficient time management. Indeed, we coordinate by email and phone before your arrival.

A selection of our private guided tours in Paris :

• Notre Dame private tour
• Top monuments of Paris
• Best Paris Districts tour
• Food Tour in Paris with a local guide
• Day trips from Paris such as Normandy
• Signature Tour (a unique private tour)
• Paris Private City Tour by Car Tour with Guide
• Louvre private guided tour
• VIP private tours of Versailles from Paris…

You may also prefer to sit back and let your private tour guide take care of everything, showcasing the highlights of Paris or the historical Paris private tour.

Private Tour Guide in Paris

Pricing	Duration	Number of people	Custom Features
From 360 Euros	3 hours walking	Up to 6 persons	Hotel pick up
From 850 Euros	4 hours guide and driver	Up to 6 persons	Hotel pick up
From 950 Euros	3 hrs walking and 2 hrs museum private tours	Up to 6 persons	Hotel pick up
From 1,450 Euros	4 hrs driving and 2 hrs museum private tours	Up to 6 persons	Hotel pick up

Your personalized itinerary is set according to your preferences with recommendations before your arrival. No already-made tour. You can adjust the tour on the go as well. Our private tour guide comes with customization and recommendations.

Explore French Culture with a Local Expert Guide for Authentic Paris

Discover authentic Paris through a cultural lens with a private local guide, blending history, art, traditions, and hidden gems for a truly unique Parisian experience. In philosophy, “culture designates what is different from nature”. In sociology, culture is defined as “what is common to a group of individuals” and as “what unites it”. Indeed, culture is what is learned, transmitted, produced and invented :

• Food, French cuisine
• Arts, Architecture
• Landscape and environment
• Clothing, fashion
• Religions and beliefs
• Educational framework
• Economic and business system
• Laws and systems of government
• Norms, values and morals
• Historical facts and evolution
• Sciences and innovation
• Lifestyle, traditions and habits

Explore the Parisian lifestyle and French culture with your private tour guide, discovering the city through the eyes of a true local. Every detail of your private tour is carefully tailor-made around your interests, ensuring a refined and timeless experience through Paris. Step into the soul of French culture !

 

Welcome our Personalized Recommendations for Your Private Tour

Since 2018, PARIS BY EMY has offered customized private tours with licensed guides, designed to help you make the most of your visit with realistic, cultural, and fully optimized services.

• Overloading your itinerary on a private tour
• Underestimating travel time and transportation
• Not allocating time for meals and rest
• Visiting only major tourist attractions
• Missing out on authentic local culture
• Scheduling tours after a long flight without accounting jet lag
• Ignoring seasonal weather

Your personal Paris planner ensures you get the most from your private tour, combining expert guidance with a schedule tailored to your interests, and travel style while helping you avoid common mistakes.

Personalized Walking Tours of Paris with a Private Local Guide

• From €360 for a Paris private tour – 3 hours
• English-speaking and local private tour guide
• Customized tours with curated stops and expert insights
• Hotel pickup and drop-off at your convenience
• Metro or Uber can also be used during private walking tours
• Available year-round with flexible start times for up to 6 people

 

Explore Paris Best Districts with a Private Tour Guide on Foot or by Car

Discover the best Paris neighborhoods, each with its own unique story and charm.

• Notre Dame – Île de la Cité and Saint Louis Island are the heart of Paris
• Montmartre – This is the cradle of modern art, spirituality and cabaret
• Saint Germain – Chic and intellectual district of Paris, historical as well
• Latin quarter – The Sorbonne university from the XIII century
• Le Marais – Trendy, arty, boutiques, museums, Jewish corner, LGBT+
• Louvre Rivoli – Architectural ground with of course the Louvre
• Arc de Triomphe Champs-Élysées: Paris Historical Monument
• Eiffel Tower – The most Iconic area with the so famous Eiffel Tower
• Les Halles – The belly of Paris for its food markets from the XIII century
• Opera Madeleine – Upscale district, with luxury boutiques and the Opera
• Belleville Ménilmontant – East Side of Paris, this district is not a touristy one

Custom Walking Tours of Paris

Recommended walking tours of Paris – Program 1

From: €360 for a Paris private tour with a licensed guide

Duration: 3 hours

Total walking distance: 3.5 km / 2.2 miles

1. Notre-Dame Cathedral private tour & Île de la Cité (~45 minutes)
2. Walking tour of Le Marais (~1 hour)
3. Continue to Les Halles walking tour (~45 minutes)

Recommended walking tours of Paris – Program 2

From: €360 for a Paris private tour with a licensed guide

Duration: 3 hours

Total walking distance: 3 km / 1.9 miles

1. Notre-Dame Cathedral & Île de la Cité (~45 minutes)
2. Explore the Latin Quarter (~1–1.25 hours)
3. Continue to Saint-Germain-des-Prés (~45 minutes)

Recommended walking tours of Paris – Program 3

From: €360 for a Paris private tour with a licensed guide

Duration: 3 hours

Exclusively Montmartre Walking Tour: 3 km / 1.9 miles

1. Visit the Sacred Heart Basilica (~45 minutes)
2. Place du Tertre & famous painters (~1–1.25 hours)
3. Continue to the Moulin Rouge redlight district (~45 minutes)

Available year-round with flexible start times for up to 6 people

 

 

Walking Tours of Paris Benefits

• A Paris private walking tour is less expensive than a Paris driving tour guide and is perfect for you focus on 2 or 3 historical districts which are next to each other.
• Walking through the charming streets and alleys of Paris provides an intimate perspective. You’ll have the chance to soak in the ambiance of each neighborhood, admiring the intricate details of historic architecture. Moreover, you will be able to stop in a little boutique or café, buy some souvenirs and delicatessen.
• One of the highlights of a Paris private walking tour is the opportunity to uncover hidden gems that are often overlooked. You will be lead to local cafes, vibrant street art, and serene courtyards that embody the authentic spirit of Paris. Expore Paris behind-the-scenes with your private tour guide, a local and cultural expert.

Walking Tours of Paris Drawbacks

• While exploring Paris on foot offers many rewards, it also requires physical exertion that may take a lot of energy for everyone. Long walks across the city’s sprawling landscape can be tiring, especially for travelers with mobility issues or health concerns. Overall, a 3-hour private walking tour is well enough for a day.
• Although private walking tour guide Paris allow for in-depth exploration of specific areas, they may not cover as much ground as a Paris car service. If your goal is to see as many attractions as possible within a limited time frame, a walking tour might not be the most efficient option but a private and bespoke private driving tour.
• Walking tours guide could be exhausting according to the weather : heatwave, rain, cold winter… With a private car, there is no worry about the weather.

Paris Private Tours by Car with a Licensed Guide and Private Driver

Paris private driving tour with a licensed guide :

• From €850 – US$885 for a Paris private tour by car – 4 hours
• Flexible schedule customized tours with curated stops and expert insights
• Official Paris licensed tour guides English Speaking
• Hotel pick up and Drop off at your convenience

Explore the Right Bank and Left Bank as you visit iconic landmarks such as the Louvre pyramid, the Eiffel Tower, and more.

 

Customized Private Guided Tours of Paris by Car

PARIS BY EMY gives you the true essence of Paris with its classic, iconic and hidden gems. You have the option to personalize the tour :

• No pre-scripted cookie cutter tour, a tailored private tour to your interests
• Paris Tours are led by licensed tour guides with an exceptional Parisian network

Iconic Car Tour of Paris with a Private Guide – Suggested Itinerary

If you prefer, simply let yourself be guided through Paris on a classic and iconic private tour enriched with thoughtful recommendations.

1. Eiffel Tower

Begin your tour at the world-famous Eiffel Tower. Stop at Trocadéro Square for the best photo opportunities.

2. Pont Alexandre III & Seine River Drive

Continue along the Seine River. The highlight is the Pont Alexandre III, considered the most majestic bridge in Paris.

3. Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées

Drive down the glamorous Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe, honoring France’s heroes.

4. Place de la Concorde

Admire the Luxor Obelisk, fountains, and the Champs-Élysées with the Tuileries Gardens and the Louvre.

5. The Louvre Museum

Pass by the grand Louvre Palace, home to the Mona Lisa. Stop briefly for pictures at the modern glass pyramid.

6. Notre-Dame Cathedral

Cross the Seine to the Île de la Cité, where the Notre-Dame Cathedral stands as a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.

7. Hôtel de Ville & Latin Quarter

Drive through the Hôtel de Ville area and into the Latin Quarter, known for its lively atmosphere, old bookshops, and Parisian cafés.

8. Panthéon and Sainte Geneviève

Admire the Panthéon, a previous church and resting place of many great French figures such as Voltaire, Rousseau, Jean Moulin and Marie Curie.

9. Les Invalides Army Museum

Marvel at the shining golden dome of Les Invalides, where Napoleon Bonaparte rests. This monumental complex also houses the French Army Museum.

10. Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur

End your journey with a drive up to Montmartre Hill, the bohemian heart of Paris. Visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica for a breathtaking panoramic view over the city.

Paris Private Tours – Highlights, Details & a Custom Tour

Your travel planner designs culturally enriching, custom, and unique private tours with expert local guides. Enjoy a day trip from Paris to Normandy, foodie experiences, and visits top art museums, all complemented by personalized recommendations, detailed descriptions, and suggested itineraries.

• Personalized recommendations tailored to your travel style
• Tours fully custom to your interests or any theme you choose
• You can combine different themes for your private guided tour
• Your tour itinerary remains flexible and can be adjusted on the spot

The best private tours in Paris are custom, offering timeless experiences that reflect your unique personality. Paris has something special waiting for everyone. Visit the “What to Do in Paris” page.

Follow Your Heart and Discover Paris with a Private Tour Guide

Let Your Heart Lead You! Choose experiences that truly resonate with you, instead of following rigid itineraries or one-size-fits-all tours. Whether you’re passionate about history, art, food, or Paris churches, enjoy a customized private guided tour tailored to your interests.

• Enjoy meaningful interactions with your private guide
• Go off the beaten path according to your interests
• Immerse yourself in Parisian culture like a local
• Discover exactly what resonates with you the most
• Avoid standard tours with pre-set programs and rigid schedules
• Skip the pressure of compulsory purchases or misleading stops
• Enjoy private Paris walking or driving tours custom-made just for you
• Choose a tailored exploration of Paris, not a standardized, one-size-fits-all

It’s important to follow what truly inspires you. Paris has something for every soul and every traveler profile. With personalized recommendations before your arrival, PARIS BY EMY ensures that your Parisian experience reflects your unique traveler style and tastes, with customizations possible on the go.

Paris At Your Pace with Your Personal Guide and Custom Private Tours

Your private tour is customized to your pace, interests, and needs, making the experience flexible and personal. You can choose to pause the tour at any time :

• To enjoy a relaxing coffee break in a charming Parisian café like locals
• To take a bathroom break when needed, convenient for families with children
• To change your mind and adjust the initial itinerary focusing on something new
• To visit a beautiful church, a peaceful garden, to shop in designer boutiques
  

Every private tour in Paris is unique carefully tailor-made to your interests in advance, while your licensed private tour guide continues to adjust the experience on the go.

Private Paris Museum Tours with an Expert Guide in Art History

Experience Paris’s museums with the insight of an art historian or art specialist as your dedicated private guide, carefully selected by PARIS BY EMY to match your interests from the finest network of local experts.

Only available as part of a fully personalized PARIS BY EMY tour package, thoughtfully designed by your personal travel planner prior to your arrival.

Paris Museum Private Tour with a Licensed Guide :

• From €175 per guest for 2 hours
• Including skip-the-line tickets for fast access
• Available year-round with flexible start times for up to 6 people

Your expert Paris and museum guide accompanies you throughout your visit, bringing history, art, and culture to life with engaging storytelling and insider knowledge.

 

Private Guided Tours of the Louvre and Top Art museums in Paris

Each private tour guide is an expert in particular artistic fields or museums, offering in-depth insights within their chosen expertise. For Paris museum visits, whether you are drawn to a specific exhibition, or art department, your personal planner thoughtfully pairs you with the perfect private tour guide with skip-the-line access. Emy, a state-certified tour guide, has worked with the finest Paris tour agencies since 2019.

• Louvre Museum
• Orsay Museum
• Petit Palais museum
• Marmottan museum
• Monet garden in Giverny
• Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise
• Versailles palace and garden
• Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie
• Les Invalides – Tomb of Napoleon
• And ANY museum you would be interested in !

Please, have a look at the Top Art Museums of Paris page and pick the ones you prefer. Paris has more than 200 Museums.

The Louvre with a Licensed Private Guide

• From €550 group of 4 – US$575 – 2 Hours
• Louvre private tour – The largest Antique collection in the world
• Enjoy skip-the-line access for a seamless and enriching visit

Gain expert insights into the World’s Largest Antique Collection

Versailles Half Day to Full-Day Trip from Paris with a Private Tour Guide

• From €650 group of 4 – USD $675 – Half Day to Full Day
• Versailles private tour with private transport from Paris in option
• Skip-the-line access to the Palace, Gardens, and Hall of Mirrors
• Explore the stunning Gardens of Versailles, designed by André Le Nôtre
• Visit the Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet, where Marie Antoinette found refuge from court life

Step into the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former royal residence of Louis XIV, the Sun King.

Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies” in Giverny Private Guided Tour from Paris

• From €950 group of 4 – US$975 – 2 hours
• Private transport from Paris, ensuring a comfortable experience
• Visit Monet’s house, studio, and Japanese-inspired gardens
• Walk through the vibrant flower gardens that inspired his paintings
• Learn about Monet’s life, artistic techniques, and impact on Impressionism

Immerse yourself in the world of Impressionism with a private visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny, and his legendary Water Lilies series.

Orsay Museum and the Orangerie with a Private Guide

• From €650 group of 4 – US$675 – 3 hours
• Musée d’Orsay – The largest Impressionist collection, featuring Monet, Renoir…
• Musée de l’Orangerie – Admire Monet’s breathtaking Water Lilies
• Skip-the-line access for a smooth and enriching experience
• Expert insights into French art movements, from Romanticism to Impressionism

Discover the newest exhibitions for trendy private tours with licensed local guides.

 

Emy, Founder of PARIS BY EMY provides ONLY personalized private guided tours of the Louvre Museum, mostly on Louvre religious art including 3 masterpieces and Orsay museum for Impressionist art

 

Full-Day Walking Tour of Paris and Museum (of your choice)

• From €950 – US$1,105 with a Private tour guide
• 2-hour Museum Highlights tour with priority skip-the-line access
• 1-hour lunch break to enjoy a relaxed meal at a local restaurant or café
• 3-hour private guided walking tour showcasing Paris’s most iconic landmarks

Full-Day Paris Private Tour by Car and Museum (of your choice)

• From €1,450 – US$1,690 with a private tour guide
• 2-hour Museum Highlights tour with priority skip-the-line access
• 1-hour lunch break at a local café or restaurant for a leisurely meal
• 4-hour personalized private city tour by car, exploring Paris’s most famous sights

Choose the Ones You Prefer – A Collection of the Best Private Tours in Paris

Create your Paris Tour Package according to what you love with our recommendations and a suggested program. PARIS BY EMY is a top-rated travel planner specializing in tailor-made, and exclusive experiences in Paris. Our network of private tour guides and top tour agencies brings exceptional services and expertise, curating high-quality private guided tours but also Leisure activities to do in Paris such as cooking class, perfume workshop, e-bike private tours. From world-renowned museums to iconic landmarks, enjoy a personalized journey with official licensed private tour guides in Paris.

Unique Paris Private Tours with a Professional Guide and Customization

PARIS BY EMY’s private themed or cultural tours are crafted to immerse you in the city’s rich culture, history, art, and spirit. Walk in the footsteps of philosophers, writers, artists, designers, and explore Paris through its food, architecture, iconic monuments, historical districts, and churches. Each tour is led by licensed local guides fluent in English, for an exclusive Parisian experience designed just for you.

Famous Writers in Paris Private Guided Tours

Explore Paris through the lives of literary giants such as Victor Hugo, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Marcel Proust. Visit their favorite haunts, historic bookstores, and iconic residences.

Food Tours in Paris with a Private Local Guide

Indulge in a culinary journey through Paris’s finest markets, bakeries, cheese shops, and patisseries. Taste artisan chocolates, regional wines, fresh baguettes, and gourmet dishes with expert recommendations.

Notre Dame de Paris Private Guided Tour

The Notre Dame de Paris Private Tour offers a personalized and immersive experience. Guided by a Christian local expert, this private tour brings to life the cathedral’s history, stunning Gothic architecture, and religious significance.

Napoleon Private Guided Tour in Paris

Follow the rise and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte. Visit Les Invalides (his tomb), the Arc de Triomphe, and historical sites tied to his empire and reforms that still shape France today.

Édith Piaf Private Guided Tour in Paris

Celebrate the life of France’s beloved singer, Eidth Piaf. Trace her humble beginnings in Belleville, see the places she performed, and learn how her music became the soul of Paris.

Josephine Baker in Paris Private Guided Tour

Explore the inspiring journey of Josephine Baker—from cabaret star to Resistance hero and civil rights icon. Visit places she lived and performed, and honor her legacy in the Panthéon.

Marquis de Lafayette Private Guided Tour

Uncover the story of the Marquis de Lafayette, hero of both the American and French Revolutions. Visit key revolutionary Paris city sites and monuments honoring his fight for liberty.

Coco Chanel in Paris Private Guided Tour

Step into the elegant world of Coco Chanel. Visit her legendary boutique on Rue Cambon, luxury hotels she called in home, and learn how she redefined fashion and femininity.

Luxury Shopping Tour with Private Driver

Experience the best of Parisian style with a private shopping tour through Avenue Montaigne, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and Galeries Lafayette. Enjoy VIP access to top fashion houses and personal styling.

Paris Architecture with a Private Tour Guide

Admire the city’s diverse architecture—from Gothic cathedrals and Haussmannian boulevards to contemporary marvels. Learn how each era left its mark on Paris’s skyline and identity.

Paris by Night Private Tours

Discover the magic of Paris after dark. See landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Seine bridges beautifully illuminating the city of lights, enjoy romantic views, and feel the city’s unique nighttime charm.

French Revolution with a Private Tour Guide

Relive the turbulent events of 1789. Visit the Place de la Concorde, Bastille area, Conciergerie, and Revolutionary sites where the fight for liberty and equality unfolded.

Paris during World War II Private Guided Tour

Discover Paris’s role during WWII— the French resistance movements, Nazi occupation, and liberation. Visit key locations such as the Vel d’Hiv site, Memorial de la Shoah, and historic Resistance spots.

Movie TV series private Tours in Paris

Enjoy a movie tour such as Amelie Poulain fabulous destiny or a TV series in Paris with Emily in Paris or  Carrie Bradshow of Sex and the City in Paris

Clients of PARIS BY EMY – Solo to Families

Trendy Private Tours in Paris

Experience Paris like a local with personalized private tours by expert guides from a top Parisian network. Explore the City of Lights beyond the usual tourist trails, uncovering hidden stories, trendy boutiques, stylish cafés, restaurants, and the authentic Parisian lifestyle. Enjoy exclusive access to social events and seasonal festivals tailored to your interests, and major sporting events. Enhance your visit with private guided tours of the latest exhibitions world-class museums.

Expertise from a Parisian company

Have a personalized private tour guide within a top Parisian network. Visit Paris with hints of Paris life style, stories and personalized services. There is no better way to enjoy the City of Lights free of tourist traps. Be aware of trendy boutiques, trendy places such as cafés, restaurants, trendy things to do in order to discover the real Parisian lifestyle and attitude.

Social Events according to your profile

Furthermore, we can integrate in a private tour social events of Paris that fit in your profile. Paris has tones of social events and exhibitions all year long, the festival Paris Plage during summer, Bastille Day Celebration, the illuminations of the Champs Elysées during winter, tones of Fair Trades, National celebrations, harvest festival of Montmartre, sport events such as Tour de France, Roland Garros…

Private tours of the latest exhibitions

Enjoy private tours of the most recent exhibitions at the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Paris’s top museums receiving insider insights and a fully customized experience at your own pace with a private tour guide. Discover hidden stories behind each masterpiece, enjoy personalized insights, and explore the city’s world-renowned collections at your own pace.