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Off the beaten track
Ages 8+

Scary Paris

The Dark Side of the City

Prisoners, sorcerers, and infamous trials: discover the darker side of Paris.

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Private tour

Just your family (or your friends, or your colleagues), on the date of your choice, with a guide who loves telling stories to children.

Curiosity guaranteed

Surprising stories and hidden details, for children and grown-ups alike.

The Antoinette touch

Passionate, friendly guides / An activity booklet for kids

Why choose this tour?

Why You’ll Love It

  • The Knights Templar, alleged sorcerers, and the trials that shook Paris
  • Medieval prisons and the people held inside them
  • True stories of historic crime, somewhere between fact and superstition

With Kids

Kids lead the investigation, gathering clues from one landmark to the next. Just enough chills to keep things exciting, but nothing too scary. Most tours include an activity booklet. Best for ages 8–11. Why not enjoy a picnic near Notre-Dame afterward?

Also Great For

  • Friends and Couples: Perfect for history buffs and true-crime fans looking to discover the side of Paris you won’t find on a postcard.
  • Teams: A spooky alternative to the classic sightseeing tour, with the scare factor tailored to your group.

Good to Know

  • About 1 mile (1.5 km), with no stairs
  • An outdoor walking tour; visits inside monuments are not included
  • Tours run rain or shine, so dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes

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Some of our guides

Thomas

Also a French Revolution buff

Victoria

History storyteller

Léo

Urban explorer
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Some of our guides

Thomas

Also a French Revolution buff

Léo

Urban explorer

Camille

Stories and history