Step back in time on this 1.5-hour walking tour, tracing Paris from its Gallic roots as Lutetia to its rise as a medieval capital.

Begin at the Arènes de Lutèce, once filled with gladiators and wild beasts. Explore the ruins of the Roman baths at Cluny, a testament to refined Gallo-Roman life. Follow the storey of the city’s defences, from the first stone walls to the mighty Philippe Auguste enclosure.

Admire the transformation of Paris into a Christian capital with Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Sainte-Chapelle, jewels of Gothic art.

Wander through the Marais to spot rare medieval houses and the Hôtel de Sens, a fortress-like residence.

Along the way, uncover stories of Gauls, Romans, kings, and visionaries like Victor Hugo, who fought to preserve the city’s heritage. This journey through layers of history reveals how Paris became the City of Light we know today.