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Paris. Beyond the postcards: Discover the city's soul, from hidden passages to revolutionary squares.

Five Self-Guided Audio Tours to rediscover Paris

A first taste of the best stories the city has to offer. Many more tours are waiting for you.

Blood and Cobblestones: The Visceral Path of the French Revolution – Paris Audio-Tour
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Blood and Cobblestones: The Visceral Path of the French Revolution

Step beyond the sanitized history books and plunge into the visceral, paranoid, and idealistic reality of the French Revolution. On this immersive walking tour, you will trace the exact footsteps of mobs, monarchs, and martyrs. From the phantom outline of the Bastille to the blood-soaked stones of the Place de la Concorde, discover how elegant Parisian streets hosted the birth of modern democracy—and the terrifying climax of the Reign of Terror. Listen closely; the echoes of the guillotine and the cries for liberty still linger in the air.

8 Stops
166 Min
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The Emily Edit: A Parisian Daydream – Paris Audio-Tour
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The Emily Edit: A Parisian Daydream

Ever dreamed of stepping through the screen and into the picture-perfect world of 'Emily in Paris'? This is your chance. Join us on a whimsical walk through the cobblestone streets and sun-drenched squares that form the backdrop to Emily Cooper's adventures. We'll visit her apartment, her favorite bakery, and the exact spots where romance and drama unfolded. But this isn't just a photo-op tour. We'll peel back the Instagram filter to uncover the real Paris hiding in plain sight—the fascinating history, the surprising stories, and the delightful tension between the city of dreams and the city of reality. Get ready to see Paris through Emily's eyes, and then discover a version that's all your own.

6 Stops
114 Min
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The Crystal & The Cage: Paris's Gritty 10th – Paris Audio-Tour
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The Crystal & The Cage: Paris's Gritty 10th

Forget the postcard Paris of manicured gardens and polite boulevards. This redthread tour takes you into the beating heart of the 10th arrondissement, a district defined by a sharp, jagged line between extreme luxury and desperate confinement. We will walk the 'Rue de Paradis'—once the world capital of crystal and porcelain—and uncover its dark twin: the Saint-Lazare enclosure, a former leper colony turned notorious women's prison. Guided by a skeptic and a historian, you'll explore hidden Art Deco passages, stunning Art Nouveau canteens, and the ghostly footprints of a cage that held spies and saints alike. It’s a story of beauty born from grit, where the clinking of champagne glasses once echoed against the rattling of chains.

8 Stops
100 Min
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The Glass Sanctuaries: A Flâneur's Guide to 19th-Century Paris – Paris Audio-Tour
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The Glass Sanctuaries: A Flâneur's Guide to 19th-Century Paris

Step off the chaotic modern streets and slip into the hidden, glass-roofed passages of 19th-century Paris. This immersive journey will teach you the forgotten art of flânerie—the act of wandering the city not to arrive, but to observe. Through elegant mosaics, vintage camera shops, and soaring iron skylights, you will discover how these secret arcades birthed window shopping, sheltered revolutionary ideas, and forever changed the way we experience urban life.

6 Stops
94 Min
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Shadows & Smoke: The Real Saint-Germain-des-Prés – Paris Audio-Tour
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Shadows & Smoke: The Real Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Peel back the glamorous veneer of Paris's most legendary intellectual quarter. We are going beyond the romanticized postcards of brooding philosophers and jazz-soaked nights to uncover the gritty, freezing, and fiercely creative reality of 20th-century Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Discover how a neighborhood of starving artists, unheated hotel rooms, and subterranean rebellion was transformed into a global myth—and a luxury brand.

7 Stops
91 Min
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Discover Paris – Stories Worth Hearing

Red Thread is an iOS and Android app with over 1,500 guided audio tours through cities worldwide - including in Paris.

Stroll through Paris and feel history at every turn, from the majestic avenues around the Louvre to the dreamy cobblestone lanes of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Did you know that 19th-century Paris spawned hundreds of covered passages – elegant arcades that served as precursors to modern shopping malls, redefining the flâneur experience?

These layers of time, from the dramatic events of the French Revolution to the raw charm of the 10th Arrondissement, tell the city's true story. Our audio tours invite you to explore these fascinating worlds with local voices, experiencing Paris beyond the well-trodden paths.

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  • Deep stories beyond the clichés
  • Authentic discoveries in the 10th Arrondissement
  • Perfect for first-time visitors & seasoned locals
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paris

General questions about the app, pricing and features are answered in our full FAQ on the main page.

Which French Revolution sites can I explore?
Our "Blut und Kopfsteinpflaster" (Blood and Cobblestones) tour guides you to eight key locations, including Place de la Concorde and the Conciergerie, immersing you in 166 minutes of unvarnished history.
Are there tours that go off the beaten path?
Absolutely! "Kristall & Käfig" (Crystal & Cage) uncovers the raw, authentic 10th Arrondissement in 100 minutes, while "Schatten & Rauch" (Shadows & Smoke) takes you into the true Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
How much time should I set aside for an audio tour?
Tours range from 91 minutes for Saint-Germain-des-Prés to 166 minutes for the French Revolution. We recommend allowing extra time for pauses and reflection.
Can I create my own tours in Paris?
Yes, with the XL or Unlimited subscription you can use our AI-powered tour creator to build your own personalized tour in Paris on a topic of your choice. All Infos here
Can I use the Paris tours offline?
Yes, with an XL or Unlimited subscription you can download tours for offline use.
Can I do Paris tours together with friends?
Yes – with Together Mode (from XL plan) the whole group listens in sync on their own devices. Up to 4 people on XL, up to 10 on Unlimited.
In which other cities does Red Thread offer tours?
Further tours are available in nearby cities like Orléans, Reims, or international destinations like Bangkok, Tokyo, Lisbon and many more. All cities can be found here.
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