Tours Culture & history Guided tours Landmarks & monuments Wheelchair accessible Private tours World War II Sightseeing

Explore the critical sites of Paris during its darkest days under Nazi occupation. Uncover hidden stories and a deeper understanding of the city's wartime history.

Highlights

• Walk through the historic streets where the French Resistance secretly operated
• Follow the paths of Jean Moulin, a hero who unified the Resistance
• Reflect on the tragic roundup of Jewish families during the Vel d'Hiv raid
• Visit the bookstore where Samuel Beckett found refuge from the Gestapo
• City’s final days of occupation, from Nazi control to celebrations of freedom

Description

Explore the critical sites of Paris during its darkest days under Nazi occupation and its heroic moments of resistance and liberation. Uncover hidden stories, providing a deeper understanding of the city's wartime history through its iconic landmarks. Walk through the historic streets where the French Resistance secretly operated, with the Gestapo nearby. Discover the neighborhood’s vital role in underground publications like Defense de France. Follow the paths of Jean Moulin, a hero who unified the Resistance. Learn how clandestine meetings and acts of defiance paved the way for eventual liberation. Once headquarters for the Luftwaffe, the opulent Jardin du Luxembourg holds secrets of the Nazi occupation. Imagine the contrast between its peaceful present and its dark wartime role. Visit the Saint-Michel District, a powerful symbol of resistance, which witnessed defiant riots against Nazi rule in 1942. Visit sites like the bookstore where Samuel Beckett found refuge from the Gestapo. Reflect on the tragic roundup of Jewish families during the Vel d'Hiv raid, and visit the somber Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation, which honors those sent to concentration camps. Experience the city’s final days of occupation, from tense Nazi control to the jubilant celebrations of freedom. Explore how Paris handled the aftermath of war, including the complexities of collaboration and rebuilding.

Includes

Guided tour of Paris WWII sites

Important Information

• Tour involves significant walking, wear comfortable shoes Be prepared for any weather, bring appropriate clothing Respect the solemnity of memorials and sites

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund