Welcome to Saint-Germain: Art, History and Life in the Left Bank
Discover the heart of St. Germain des Prés, where philosophy, politics, and art once collided in café debates and revolutionary gatherings. This tour invites curious travelers, literature lovers, food enthusiasts, and flâneurs alike to explore winding passages, historic churches, and the cafés that inspired Sartre, Beauvoir, and Hemingway. Along the way, discover decadent pastries, hidden courtyards, and the oldest bell tower in Paris. You’ll encounter stories of revolutions, masterpieces, and everyday Parisians, all woven into the neighborhood’s fabric. Walk away with a deeper sense of Paris’s living culture and your own connection to its creative spirit.
Created by Anne-Marie Carter
Anne-Marie Carter, a Paris-based guide by way of London, combines her background as a historian and former fashion journalist to craft tours that explore the rich intersections of fashion, culture, and history. With an insider’s knowledge of Parisian haute couture and a storyteller’s flair, she uncovers the threads that weave Paris’s artistic, cultural, and sartorial legacy, offering an elegant and engaging dive into the soul of the city.
"A great overview of the neighbourhood. Take note of the places to revisit and the many cultural icons to immerse yourself in if you have the time. " - Amanda A.
Listen to a preview
What you'll walk and learn about
Georges Danton Statue
Begin this tour at the Danton Statue
Cour du Commerce
Visit a cobblestone alleyway from the 1700s
Old Printing Press
Publishing site of Jean-Paul Marat’s L’Ami du Peuple
Café Le Procope
Historic cafe in the Latin Quarter
Taschen Bookstore
A Temple to Luxury Art Publishing
Maison Thevenin
Treat yourself to an award winning pastry
Maison LeRoux
Satisfy that sweet tooth with famous salted butter caramel
Abbey of Saint Germain
Paris’s oldest church still standing
Café de Flore
It’s popular. And it should be!
Les Deux Magots
End the tour at this legendary café
"A great overview of the neighbourhood. Take note of the places to revisit and the many cultural icons to immerse yourself in if you have the time. "
"So interesting. Felt the presence of Voltaire, Sartre, Descartes and so much more history. Great talk, great walk. Thank You! "
"This tour was really enjoyable. I learned a lot about the Left Bank culture and history."
"Loved walking through Saint-Germain des Prés. The stories at Café Le Procope were really cool. Would recommend this!"