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Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage

By Reverie Tours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 5,816 and current price is P 4,653 per adult
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Overview

Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Paris on a guided walking tour that highlights the thoughts of renowned philosophers. Begin at Shakespeare & Company, where Simone de Beauvoir's feminist and existential ideas reshaped modern thought. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, absorbing the vibrant atmosphere that once inspired countless thinkers. At Notre-Dame, explore René Descartes’ arguments for God's existence, and on Île de la Cité, discover Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s revolutionary ideas. Conclude by discussing the impact of Condorcet and Voltaire on contemporary democracy and human rights amidst historical landmarks.

  • Engage with the intellectual history of Paris through its iconic sites
  • Visit significant locations linked to philosophers like Rousseau and Descartes
  • Enjoy a leisurely walk through the picturesque Latin Quarter
  • Expert guide shares insights on how Enlightenment ideas shape our world today

Activity location

  • Shakespeare and Company Bookstore
    • 37 rue de la Bucherie, Quartier Latin
    • 75005, Paris, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 1 Rue de la Huchette
    • 1 Rue de la Huchette
    • 75005, Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Paris and The Philosophers Tour Explore Intellectual Heritage
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 5,815.97
P 4,652.78 x 1 AdultP 4,652.78
Total
The previous price was P 5,815.97 and current price is P 4,652.78
20% off
Until Sat, Mar 14

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.

Activity itinerary

Shakespeare and Company Bookstore

  • 20m
We will discover the intellectual background of the Latin Quarter and the impact it still has on our society today

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

  • 20m
Setting our sights on the famous Notre Dame Cathedral and uncovering the past. You will find out all the times the Cathedral could've been erased from our history and the consistent debate that it has left us.

Ile de la Cite

  • 30m
You may or may have not known there is an island in the center of Paris and we will explore where it all started. Views on the island include the flower markets, the palace of justice and the oldest public clock in the city. All dense with information and lessons

Place Dauphine

  • 15m
Discover the hidden back streets of Paris and explore the city off the beaten path.

Pont des Arts

  • 30m
On the way to Pont Des Arts we will explore the river, special monuments and statues including the Académie Française, Henry IV, Marquis Condorcet, Voltaire. Leaders and Philosophers who have left a mark on the city, country and world.

Location

Activity location

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    Shakespeare and Company Bookstore
    • 37 rue de la Bucherie, Quartier Latin
    • 75005, Paris, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    1 Rue de la Huchette
    • 1 Rue de la Huchette
    • 75005, Paris, Île-de-France, France

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