Free French Revolution Tour Paris

From the Palais Royal to the house of Robespierre, uncover the stories that sparked the Revolution of 1789.
Cross the square where the guillotine stood and King Louis XVI met his fate, marking the end of the monarchy.
Learn how Napoleon Bonaparte’s journey from revolutionary general to emperor began in the streets of Paris.

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Step into history with the French Revolution Tour in Paris and uncover the iconic sites that shaped one of the most pivotal moments in world history. This tour takes you through the very streets where the revolutionaries walked, debated, and fought for change in 1789. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this journey explores the key locations that witnessed the rise of the French Republic. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about how the Revolution unfolded, this tour offers a fascinating look into the events that transformed France. Walk through Paris, hear the stories of political intrigue, and learn about the people who sparked a revolution that would change the course of history forever.

Along the way, the tour takes you to the Gardens of the Palais Royal, where revolutionary ideas began to spread among Parisian society. This was where the famous political debates and protests started to shape the course of the Revolution. Nearby, the Comédie Française was a hotbed of revolutionary discourse, as artists and intellectuals shared their visions of a new France. The tour continues by the Louvre Museum, where you will discover its hidden stories and how it transformed from a royal palace to the people's museum. At Saint Roch Church, hear tales of heroism and betrayal during a dramatic battle between royalist and revolutionary forces.

The tour continues to key landmarks like Vendôme Square, once the site of a statue of King Louis XIV, torn down during the Revolution, symbolizing the fall of the monarchy. You'll also pass by Robespierre’s House, where one of the most famous figures of the Revolution plotted his plans for a new France. The Place de la Concorde, where King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette were executed, brings history to life as you stand on the very ground where the guillotine stood. Ending at the Hôtel des Invalides, a site rich in military history, the tour will give you a deeper understanding of the revolution’s impact. Don’t miss this chance to experience the heart of revolutionary Paris—book your tour now!