The Marais quarter is the oldest preserve medieval district of the city dating back to the century. The marais grew steadily in importance from the 14th century. It was a place of royal residences in the 17th century It became the fashionable area for the monied classes. Sumptuous mansions from this period erected by the best contemporary artists have been restored and some converted into museums. To day it’s also home of the Jewish quarter and hip fashion boutiques and contemporary art galleries which are fully opened all Sundays. Two churches: St Paul and St Gervais attracted preachers and musicians.

Our guide will drive you to the famous Place des Vosges : Paris’ oldest square to start this pedestrian tour. This square is considered among the most beautiful in the world. 400 years after the symmetry of the 36 hours, nine on each side is something never seen elsewhere. Victor Hugo lived and wrote “the Miserables” at number 6.

You will stroll with your guide through all the narrow streets and passageways: rue des rosiers, rue des francs-bourgeois…to see the main gorgeous “hotels particuliers” with their historical architecture : Hotel de Sens, Hotel de Soubise, Hotel de Coulanges : magnificient example of the architecture of the early 17th century, Hotel de Sully built in 1624, Hotel de Rohan where Victor Hugo lived and wrote “the Miserables”…Hotel Salé which houses the Picasso Museum closed for renovation until march 2012. You will visit the Museum of Paris called Museum Carnavalet.

Our guide will drive you in depth in this singular district the oldest one of the city where you will be able to imagine how was the way of living in the old times.
Return to your hotel around 5.30 pm.    

Duration of the tour: around 4h 

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