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The story of Victor Hugo in Paris Old Town Tour & Museum

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Follow in the footsteps of Victor Hugo in Paris and discover places that inspired his world famous works, such as ‘Les Misérables’ and ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience.
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish
  • Duration
    2-2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Victor Hugo's Life and Work Private Tour in Paris’s Old Town (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
    • Literature Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
    • Lots of information about personal life and work of Victor Hugo
    • A special itinerary focused on your needs and interests
    • Tickets to Maison de Victor Hugo (only in 3-hour tour)
    • Tickets to Maison de Victor Hugo (in 2-hour tour)
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Highlights

  • Follow the trail of Victor Hugo in Paris with a 5-Star Expert Guide
  • Hear interesting facts and myths about Hugo and his novels
  • Learn about the French Revolution and ‘Les Misérables’
  • Marvel at the iconic sculptures that inspired ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’
  • Visit the Maison de Victor Hugo (only in 3-hour tour)

Description

Get a glimpse into the tragic life of Victor Hugo, one of the best-known poets, novelists and dramatists of the Romantic movement. Learn about the people, events and places that inspired the novels and poems that became a canon of French literature. Experience the historic Old Town of Paris through the eyes of one of the greatest French writers.

On this original 2-hour tour your Private Guide will take you back in time to 19th-century France to examine the political and social issues and the artistic trends of Victor Hugo’s time. Take a walk through the Old Town and see Saint James’s Tower (Tour Saint-Jacques), which is all that remains of the medieval church of Saint-Jacques-de-la-Boucherie, pillaged and destroyed by French revolutionaries. As the French Revolution is the theme of one of Hugo’s most popular novels, ‘Les Misérables’, it's a great place to learn about its historical background.

Another must-see sight during this special themed tour will be the Notre Dame Cathedral, which was immortalized in Hugo's classic novel ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’. Marvel at its iconic French Gothic architecture and learn about the impact that Hugo’s novel had on preserving the values of French culture and making Notre Dame a national icon. Explore the elegant Marais district and see the writer’s former house on the oldest planned square in Paris, Place des Vosges.

Choose the 3-hour option to enhance your experience with a visit to Maison de Victor Hugo, the house museum where Hugo lived for 16 years with his wife Adele. It is a perfect place to learn more about the writer’s personal life - before, during and after exile. Of special interest are Hugo’s bedroom with original red furnishings and wall coverings, the oriental Chinese Salon, and numerous paintings, drawings and sketches found throughout the house.

Good to know before you go
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tickets to Maison de Victor Hugo are not included in the basic 2-hour tour.
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The story of Victor Hugo in Paris Old Town Tour & Museum

3-hour: Victor Hugo Tour & Maison de Victor Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
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3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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