Solve the mysteries of Paris while tracing the filming location of the mystic thriller The Da Vinci Code, based on a novel by Dan Brown. The story focuses on an alternative religious history claiming that Merovingian kings were descendants of Jesus Christ.
Learn about the theories and controversies as you wander through the Paris streets, visiting the most significant filming locations and cultural must-sees such as the Louvre and Palais Royal. Delve into the secrets of Paris, try to unriddle the conundrums hidden in the movie, and ponder over the possible historical alterations while reveling in the Paris vibes.
• Travel through the most interesting landmarks of Paris
• Envision the scenes from the movie at its filming location and make the pictures come alive
• Get acquainted with historical facts and see them from the perspective of alternative theories
• Take a chance to see the iconic Parisian sites and hidden gems of the city.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Morning and afternoon start times
✔ Paris landmarks (from outside only)
✔ Private walking tour with the use of metro
✔ See real Paris through the eyes of locals
✔ Iconic French heritage locations for selfies
✔ All Fees and Taxes
✔ Customizable itinerary with as many stops as you like
✔ Friendly English-speaking local guide
✔ Unique cultural French experience
✔ Must see and off the beaten path of Paris
✖ Gratuities (optional)
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel La Lanterne & Spa By Timhotel
2. Hotel Royal Saint Michel
3. Les Argonautes
4. Hotel Paris Rivoli
5. Ducs de Bourgogne Hotel
6. Hotel Residence Henri IV
7. Le Relais Des Halles
8. Hotel du Cantal
9. Hotel Flor Rivoli
10. Hotel De Sully
11. Novotel Paris Les Halles
12. Hotel Beaubourg
13. Grand Hotel Dechampaigne
14. Hotel Le Presbytere
15. Hotel Albe Saint Michel
16. Riad Jolie
17. Esmeralda Hotel
18. Les Bains
19. Hotel Des Ducs d'Anjou
20. Hotel Mondial Paris
Additional Info: Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your centrally-located hotel
Itinerary
1
Open up the tour with an opening scene from the book. Professor Robert Langdon lives in the posh Ritz Paris hotel, and one morning he is awoken by a secret service night visit. It turns out that a man with whom he was meant to have a meeting has been murdered. Admire the hotel façade and learn more about this luxurious place, established in 1898 by Cesar Ritz, welcoming wealthy guests ever since.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Palais-Royal
Uncover the riddle of the rose line as you pass by the Palais Royal, a gorgeous building near the Louvre Museum. Admire the historic place and dive into its past with your local guide, who knows all things Paris and is a huge Da Vinci Code fan. Be amazed by stunning architecture and a beautiful, tranquil park.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
La Comedie Francaise
The Palais Royal houses the Comedie-Française, the oldest French theater in Europe, founded in 1680. The theater is also known as the House of Molière. Admire the building and hear more about the Paris meridian, or "rose line," as well as stories about its trials and tribulations in the past.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
Louvre Museum
The largest museum in the world, the Louvre, was brought into the limelight in the book and the movie. It is a murder site, and its famous showpieces hold important pieces of the puzzle the protagonists are trying to unravel. Find the clues together with the characters and trace the signs looking into Leonardo's favorite piece of art, the Mona Lisa, and 1483's Virgin of the Rocks. Follow in the footsteps of Neveu and Langdon, who leave the Louvre and head towards the Champs-Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe, which can be seen from the Arc du Carrousel near the Louvre on a clear day.
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Cross the Seine River to head to the Latin Quarter, not far from the Jardin du Luxembourg. Marvel at the historic church of Saint Sulpice, finished in 1777, and hear interesting stories about the filming process. Try to unlock the secret of the Holy Grail by tracing the rose line crossing the church. Actual interior scenes were shot in a studio due to the church’s restrictions. Take the opportunity to try something very local and tasty at one of the cafes nearby and contemplate Saint Sulpice while having your meal.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The itinerary and number of stops can be modified based on your preferences and pace of walking
