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Jewish history of Le Marais

  • From: 80€ per person
  • Location: Le Marais

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Step into the lively streets of Le Marais, Paris’s historic Jewish Quarter, and discover its rich history with us!

Our Jewish History of le Marais tour has been one of our most celebrated experiences for nearly 20 years. More than a history tour, it is an opportunity to connect with the people, places, and events that have shaped Jewish life in Paris from the Middle Ages to the present day. 

This isn’t your typical “stand-and-listen” tour. We bring history to life through humor, compassion, and authentic storytelling that feels human and relatable, sharing personal stories, anecdotes & local insights that you won't find anywhere else! 

Traveling with kids? Perfect. As one of our most accessible walking tours in Paris, we have welcomed guests from age 5 to 97! Our guides make a huge effort to keep younger visitors engaged through interactive moments and questions that spark curiosity and imagination.

Whether you have a personal connection to Jewish heritage or are discovering it for the first time, you'll leave with stories that stay with you long after the tour ends and a new perspective on one of Paris’s most remarkable neighborhoods.

Highlights

  • Explore Le Marais, the historic center of Jewish life in Paris
  • Visit Place des Vosges, one of Paris’ most beautiful squares, and discover the stories of its famous residents
  • Admire the exterior of the elegant Hôtel de Sully, a remarkable 17th-century mansion
  • See the outside of the famous Art Nouveau synagogue designed by Hector Guimard
  • Enjoy a seated history break inside one of Paris’ oldest synagogues (except in rare cases of heightened security)
  • Discover the fascinating history of Paris at the exterior of the Musée Carnavalet
  • Stroll through the lively Jewish quarter and learn about the community that continues to thrive there today
  • Stop for a VIP lunch at the legendary L’As du Fallafel (meal cost €15–25 per person, payable separately and not included in the tour price)
  • Conclude at the Shoah Holocaust Memorial & Museum, where powerful stories of remembrance, resilience, and survival bring the tour to a moving close. Guests are welcome to visit the museum independently afterward.

By the end of the tour, you won't just have learned about Jewish history in Paris, you will have experienced the neighborhood, its heritage, and the remarkable people who helped shape it.

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  • Price: €80 per person (small group tour)
    From €500 per party for a full private experience, contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information!
  • Tour Length: 4 hours
  • Meeting Point: Center of Place des Vosges, 75004, Paris
  • Tour ends: Shoah Memorial, 17 Rue Geoffroy l'Asnier, 75004 Paris
  • Guides: Karen, Emma, Steph (read about our team)
  • Availability: Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10:00 AM
    Except on Jewish holidays
  • Minimum Participants: 2
  • Maximum Participants: 14

** Tips (€) are never expected, but always appreciated if you enjoyed your experience.**

Interested in learning more about the Occupation, World War II, and the stories of courage that shaped modern France? Our Pièce de Resistance Tour is the perfect next chapter in your Paris journey!

 

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