Paris Justice and Crime Tour

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About this activity

Discover the dark side of the City of lights listening to your local guide telling you about the most terrible crimes and scandals that marked the inhabitants of Paris and shaped the history of France.

Let's talk treasons, murders, trials, executions! What punishments were inflicted over the centuries? For who? Why was the guillotine invented? Who were the witches and why were they burned alive? Your expert local guide will lead you in the dark cobbled streets and tell you murder stories that marked the inhabitants of Paris forever. The story of landmarks you will see beautifully lit in the night and major events that shaped French history will help you understand the evolution of trials and justice in France. Please note that this tour is about historical events, not legends.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Paris With Fay

Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Tips are welcome but not mandatory

Itinerary

Palais De L'institut De France

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Where a famous scandal which ended in terrible punishments took place.
Pont des Arts

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Listen to your guide telling you some stories about bodies that were found in the beautiful river Seine...
Eglise St-Germain l'Auxerrois

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Where the Saint Bartholomew's massacre started before spreading to the whole kingdom.
Samaritaine Paris Pont-neuf

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The majestic department store hides stories of dishonor and suicides...
Square du Vert-Galant

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Discover the origin of the curse of Friday 13 that all started on the island.
Conciergerie

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Through the story of this prison, delve into the heart of the French revolution, when the guillotine was used pitilessly.
Sainte-Chapelle

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Learn more about the king Saint Louis and how he reformed justice in the Middle Ages.
Hotel-Dieu de Paris

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Where a series of poisonings all started under the reign of Louis XIV.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

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Admire the cathedral beautifully lit in the dark and learn more about the sad fire of 2019.
Place De Hotel De Ville

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The main execution square in Paris history. Let's talk crimes, punishments, and end of death penalty.