Explore the occupation, resistance and liberation of Paris on an exclusive WWII-themed walking tour. Learn about the Napoleonic Wars, French Revolution, WWI, WWII and other events that shaped Europe. Extened option: visit the armymuseum Les Invalides.

Highlights
  • Explore the Old Town of Paris with the History Expert-Guide
  • Investigate France's military and war history
  • See memorials to the deported victims of the Nazis
  • Learn about the occupation and liberation of Paris
  • Enjoy skip-the-line tickets to Les Invalides army museum and its dome (only in 4-hour option)

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Facilities
  • 2-hour to 4-hour
  • Private TourExclusive only for you
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  • Live Guide Choose tour language while booking
  • Walking Tour with public transport
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Les Invalides museum and dome
Full description
Step back into the turbulent times of WWII and trace the footsteps of Nazi-occupied Paris with a thoughtfully crafted itinerary from Rosotravel. Discover how this iconic city managed to endure the deadliest war in European history. Experience a private tour tailored to your interests, guided by a Licensed Expert who will share stories of resilience, hidden wartime traces, and Paris’s extraordinary efforts to protect its heritage. Learn about the remarkable efforts that helped Paris survive WWII!

Book a 2-hour private tour to uncover the history of WWII in the heart of Paris. Your journey begins at Fontaine du Châtelet and Saint Jacques Tower, where you’ll hear how earlier conflicts like the Napoleonic Wars and the French Revolution set the stage for future events. Strolling through the picturesque streets of the Old Town, you’ll see the historic Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) and cross into the Île de la Cité, a place where the echoes of the past resonate deeply. At the Deportation Martyrs Memorial, reflect on the 200,000 lives deported to Nazi concentration camps. Your guide will also point out how the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, though partially damaged during the liberation in 1944, still stands as a symbol of endurance. Nearby, learn about the Conciergerie, once a royal palace and revolutionary prison, and the Sainte-Chapelle, where invaluable art and treasures were safely relocated during air raids. This thoughtfully crafted tour highlights how Paris, despite wartime chaos, safeguarded its cultural legacy.

Choose the 4-hour option to enrich your experience with a visit to Les Invalides, home to the Army Museum. With skip-the-line tickets and convenient public transport provided, you’ll dive deeper into France’s military history. Inside, explore extensive collections of weapons, military uniforms, and personal artifacts from war heroes. Stand before Napoleon Bonaparte’s tomb, famously visited by Adolf Hitler, and let your Expert Guide’s insights bring these powerful stories to life.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with Paris’s wartime past in a personal and meaningful way.
Includes

    Private WWII-themed Old Town Tour (number of attractions depends on the selected option)

  • History Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Historical facts about WWII and France
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Les Invalides museum and dome (only in 4-hour option)
  • One-way public transport ticket to Les Invalides (only in 4-hour option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Les Invalides museum and dome (in 2-hour option)
  • One-way public transport ticket to Les Invalides (in 2-hour option)
Meeting point

2-hour: World War II Tour : Britannique Hotel - Paris Centre, 20 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris, France . Meet your guide in front of the Britannique Hotel - Paris Centre, 20 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris, France. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point Open in Google Maps

4-hour: World War II Tour & Les Invalides : Britannique Hotel - Paris Centre, 20 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris, France . Meet your guide in front of the Britannique Hotel - Paris Centre, 20 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris, France. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point Open in Google Maps

Important information

What you should know

  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • The number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tickets to Les Invalides Museum are not included in the 2-hour tour.
  • The 4-hour option includes public transportation. We’ll provide all necessary tickets for your convenience.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Les Invalides allow you to skip the line to the ticket office but you may still have to wait in line for entrance and security checks. Due to museum regulations, 1 licensed guide can lead up to 19 people inside Les Invalides. Larger groups will require an additional guide at an extra cost.
  • This is a moderate walking tour with some uneven surfaces and steps. The guide will adjust the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather—the tour runs rain or shine!
  • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!