Paris Walking Tour: World War II

This 2-hour World War II Walk will take you back to Paris' darkest hours - the Nazi occupation. Explore subjects such as the invasion of France, the Resistance, life in Paris during the occupation, the D-Day invasion and of course the Liberation itself. Also included are visits to specific Paris sites related to this historical time period.

Highlights of this walk include:

• Hotel Meurice, the hotel that housed the Nazi headquarters during the occupation that still has a bullet hole in the door crest.
• Prefecture de Police - current-day Police headquarters and site of the initial uprising against the occupation.
• Deportation Memorial, in memory of the over 200,000 individuals sent to concentration camps across Europe.
• The Resistance, their leaders, secret communications, sabotage and their fate if caught.
• Parisian Life During the Occupation, what changed, their stories and a time in life spent looking over their shoulders.
• Charles de Gaulle, leader of the Free French and future President of the Republic.
• The Liberation, fighting raged throughout the city until the surrender on August 25, 1944.
• Germany's Conquest of France and the blitzkrieg that overwhelmed France's defenses.
• Vichy France, the name given to the French government led by General Petain that collaborated with the Nazis.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs from the Pont St. Louis (St. Louis bridge) 

Departure Time:

3:00pm

Return Details:

Concludes at the Grand Palais on Champs-Elysees at approximately 5:00pm

Pricing information

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Additional information

Inclusions:

• Local guide
• Walking tour

Exclusions:

• Entrance fees
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Local Operator Information:

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