paris tours?

[sharon fortune]

Can anyone recommend a reputable tour company for paris? we want to see Eiffel tower, louvre...etc. and skip the lines!

[NorbertsNiece]

I would suggest taking the Hop On Hop Off bus. They have excellent commentary.

[cberge]

I would suggest taking the Hop On Hop Off bus. They have excellent commentary.

 

I agree...you really do not need a tour guide for Paris..it is easy to do DIY and the HOHO bus.

[agabbymama]

And another suggestion. They have what they call the "Bat-o-Bus" which is a boat that travels the Seine. It's like the Hop On/Hop Off Bus, but it's a boat.

 

http://www.batobus.com/english/index.htm

 

It was a hike from the train station where we stored our luggage, but if you are staying in Paris, maybe a cab would be good to get there. We were sorry we didn't utilize a cab.

[loma linda ca a & j]

in 2001 we took 3 walking tours - 2 in the marais - 1 in montmartre -

with paris-walks dot com

 

last year we took 1 in london owned by same couple - at westminster abbey -

had planned to take them for the british museum and london tower but we ended

up going at different times

 

anyway they hire marvelous guides who really love their job & know so much

about the history, art, architecture, culture, etc.

 

we are going with them again in paris in 2016 when we take our 17 & 12 yr old grandchildren -

there is so much to see everywhere that it is more meaningful to have a guide to tell you

about & make sure you see the most important ones

the cost is minimal for a 2 hour walk about 12 euros - usually you meet the group

above ground at a metro stop - no reservations - just show up

Edited April 29, 2014 by loma linda ca a & j

[cyncyn129]

Last year, our British Isles cruise called to Le Havre. Since I had never been to Paris, I wanted to make the most of our time there. So we took the train into town and arranged for half day tour of Paris.

 

We used Baron's Limousine Service for a 4 hour tour = 280 euros all included. The driver met us at the train station, and drove us around to the sites. He spoke good English, and made great recommendations of things we should see. He also recommended a wonderful, local restaurant for lunch.

 

Obviously, in 4 hours we weren't able to explore anything in great detail. But now I've "seen" Paris and know where I'll want to spend more time when I go back.

[Got2Cruise]

Go to viator.com and look for Paris skip the lines tours. I agree you need a plan. If you don't want a tour purchase tickets online in advance. Or you will wait for hours.

[cruisingmimi]

Are you docking Le Harve? How are you getting to Paris?

 

We docked Le Harve in Dec. '12 and I pre-booked our Eiffel Tower tickets before we left home. You pay and print out your voucher to bring with you. You will have to wait in line if you don't and they may be sold out for the time you want to go up Eiffel. Even in Dec. it was difficult to get tickets. The only time available for us to go up was 1 pm so we worked our tour of the city around our Eiffel time. It is so worth it going to the top, spectacular scenery. It is about 1.5 hr. from time you ascend to time you descend and get off. It was so crowded that you couldn't do much but walk around each level and enjoy the views, take pics, etc. BEWARE of pickpocketers at the top. They were constantly making announcements on the PA system about this. Guard your belongings!

[williegirlcat]

in 2001 we took 3 walking tours - 2 in the marais - 1 in montmartre -

with paris-walks dot com

 

last year we took 1 in london owned by same couple - at westminster abbey -

had planned to take them for the british museum and london tower but we ended

up going at different times

 

anyway they hire marvelous guides who really love their job & know so much

about the history, art, architecture, culture, etc.

 

we are going with them again in paris in 2016 when we take our 17 & 12 yr old grandchildren -

there is so much to see everywhere that it is more meaningful to have a guide to tell you

about & make sure you see the most important ones

the cost is minimal for a 2 hour walk about 12 euros - usually you meet the group

above ground at a metro stop - no reservations - just show up

 

Hi, We will be in Paris in the fall. This company looks so interesting. Thanks for the reference --I will be contacting them. Also, they have a good reading list.

Carol

[mrscruisequeen]

We are doing a day tour to Paris from London on a Saturday in June. I was wondering about using a credit card for any extra expenses, snacks, some shopping, etc.

I will be getting some euros from my bank, so was wondering if the credit would be sufficient, and if not, what might be needed for a few incidentals.

Thank you in advance, Jeanne:D

[loma linda ca a & j]

Hi, We will be in Paris in the fall. This company looks so interesting. Thanks for the reference --I will be contacting them. Also, they have a good reading list.

Carol

let us know how much you enjoy your trip to paris &

what walks you take in the fall !!!;)