Tag: guided-tour

  • Datcha d’Ivan Tourgueniev — visite guidée

    Datcha d’Ivan Tourgueniev — visite guidée is a guided visit in Bougival on selected dates in June, July and August 2026. The Versailles Grand Parc page presents the visit through Ivan Tourgueniev’s dacha and Pauline Viardot’s villa, connecting the site with 19th-century literary and artistic circles.

  • Visite des appartements privés des rois — Château de Versailles

    Visite des appartements privés des rois — Château de Versailles is an English guided tour of spaces in the Palace of Versailles accessible only with a guide. The tourist-office page presents a 1h30 visit focused on the private lives of the kings and rooms linked to figures such as Mozart, Louis XVI and Benjamin Franklin.

  • 90 ans du Front populaire — Maison Léon Blum

    90 ans du Front populaire — Maison Léon Blum is held on 28 June 2026 at Maison Leon Blum in Jouy-en-Josas. The programme includes a period parade, commented visits on Leon Blum and the Front populaire, conferences, music in the garden, children’s theatre and open-air theatre.

  • Curiosités de la vie de cour — Versailles

    Curiosités de la vie de cour — Versailles is a guided walk in Versailles on 5 September 2026. The listing frames it around court life, royal fashion and historical interpretation of the city and palace environment.

  • Visite guidée de l’église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont et des vitraux

    A guided visit of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont on 15 March 2026 focuses on the church and its stained glass.

  • Visite thématique : le Paris de Madame de Sévigné — Musée Carnavalet

    Musée Carnavalet offers a themed visit on the Paris of Madame de Sévigné on 21 March 2026. The tour connects the writer with places and objects in the museum’s Paris-history collections.

  • Guided Tour of Flemish Paintings in Montfaucon: Art Insight

    Guided Tour of Flemish Paintings in Montfaucon: Art Insight is scheduled from 6 July to 30 August 2026; guided tours every Tuesday at 11:00 AM at chapelle notre Dame, Montfaucon-en-Velay. The setting and cultural context carry much of the interest, with the activity tied to local memory or heritage.

  • Système D-DAY in Normandy: Guided Tour

    Delve into the innovative ways that Normandy’s farmers repurposed World War II military equipment on this guided tour. The event includes a coffee tasting session that reflects 1940s culinary practices, providing visitors with a unique taste experience. Reservations are necessary for participation in this engaging tour on 28 July 2026 at 11:00 AM. A 2€ supplement is required per person, in addition to the museum admission or annual pass, for this exceptional experience. Perfect for history buffs and food enthusiasts alike, this event offers a captivating perspective on the interplay between agriculture and significant historical events in Normandy.

  • Guided Tour in Valognes: Little Versailles

    The guided tour ‘Belles heures du petit Versailles normand’ invites visitors to stroll through Valognes, a town once celebrated for its grand mansions and aristocratic families. Often referred to as the ‘Little Versailles of Normandy,’ Valognes boasts elegant facades, hidden courtyards, and historic residences that illuminate its affluent past. The tour explores the rise of the local aristocracy and their enduring influence on the city’s urban landscape. Participants will gain valuable insights into the rich culture and heritage that characterized daily life in Valognes during its golden age. Tours will gather opposite the post office, offering an informative and engaging exploration of this historically significant area.

  • Système D-DAY in Sainte-Mère-Église: Historical Insights

    Experience a guided tour focusing on how local farmers in Normandy innovatively repurposed World War II military materials. The tour is paired with a tasting of coffee from the 1940s, offering a unique look into historical culinary practices. Reservations are necessary, with an additional €2 fee per person on top of museum admission or an annual pass. This event highlights both local history and food traditions, making it a memorable outing for enthusiasts of history and cuisine alike.