Paris: History of Crime Smartphone Audio Guide Walking Tour
ID: GYG394419-716783
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Uncover the hidden history of Paris as you learn about its most notorious events and criminals. Use the audio-guide on your smartphone to explore at your own pace.
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.
Highlights
- Learn more about the history of crime in Paris
- Explore at your own pace with an audio-guide on your smartphone
- Discover the lesser-known stories behind the city's elegant exterior
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Start the tour on Rue de l'Oratoire. Nearest metro station: Louvre - Rivoli (line 1)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
