Paris: Emily TV Show Locations Guided Walking Tour

Paris looks good on screen. It looks better on foot. This 100-minute walk links Emily’s apartment, Gabriel’s restaurant, Savoir’s office, the Palais-Royal, and several other filming spots with useful background on Parisian food, fashion, and culture. I especially like the way the tour turns a television show into a reason to see central Paris on foot, and I like that the guide adds real city history instead of serving up only fan trivia. The main drawback is simple: you walk about two miles, and the route is not suitable for wheelchair users or strollers.

The $33 price is fair for an English-language guided walk if you want both show locations and classic Paris sights. The optional Seine cruise can make the package more appealing, but fans who already know the city well may find the tour’s strongest value in its lively storytelling and photo stops.

Key points to know before you book

• Start at Emily’s apartment: Meet at Place de l’Estrapade, in front of the building used as Emily’s home.
• See the show’s central locations: The route includes Gabriel’s restaurant, Savoir’s office, La Boulangerie Moderne, Mindy’s garden, and the Palais-Royal.
• Get more than television trivia: Guides also discuss Parisian history, art, food, fashion, and the city sights between filming locations.
• Plan for two miles of walking: The pace is leisurely, but comfortable shoes are essential.
• Add a Seine cruise: The optional narrated boat ride gives you a different view of Paris after the walk.
• Arrive early: The guide carries an orange ExperienceFirst sign, and the tour begins promptly.

Starting at Place de l’Estrapade, Emily’s Parisian address

The tour begins at Place de l’Estrapade in the Latin Quarter, outside the building used for Emily’s apartment. This is a smart starting point because it gives you an immediate photo opportunity and places you in one of Paris’s most pleasant central neighborhoods.

You can reach the meeting point by Metro line 10 to Cardinal Lemoine, or by bus 82 or 89. Look for the guide holding an orange ExperienceFirst sign. I would arrive at least 10 minutes early. The group cannot necessarily wait for late arrivals, and finding the correct meeting spot while a Paris tour is already moving is not much fun.

The square is more than a television backdrop. It gives the walk a local neighborhood feel before the route moves toward grander Paris sights. Your guide begins connecting Emily’s fictional life with the real city around her, which helps the show locations feel part of Paris rather than isolated sets.

Cour du Commerce Saint-André and an old Paris passage

From the Latin Quarter, the route continues toward Cour du Commerce Saint-André. This pretty cobblestone passage dates to 1734 and is home to the oldest restaurant in Paris, according to the tour’s presentation.

This stop helps set the tone for the whole experience. You are not simply stopping at a doorway, taking a quick picture, and moving on. The guide uses the surrounding streets to explain how Paris’s older passages, restaurants, and lanes fit into the city’s everyday character.

The cobbles are manageable, but they are another reason to wear shoes with proper support. The walk is described as leisurely, not physically demanding, yet you remain on your feet for most of 100 minutes.

Musée de la Monnaie and Emily’s fashion-world Paris

The next stop is the Musée de la Monnaie, the French mint museum. Its collection includes about 300,000 coins, tokens, and related treasures. In the show, Emily attends a fashion show and an auction connected with this part of Paris.

For fans, the pleasure is recognizing the setting. For everyone else, the museum gives the route more substance. It shows how Emily’s glamorous professional world is placed among serious institutions and old Paris streets.

I like this balance. A show-themed walk can become thin if every stop is reduced to a screenshot. Here, the guide can talk about the actual museum and the surrounding area, then explain how the location appeared on screen.

Crossing Pont des Arts above the Seine

The route then reaches Pont des Arts, one of the most enjoyable places to pause. From the bridge, you get open views along the Seine and a strong sense of how central Paris is arranged around the river.

This is one of the walk’s best photo stops. You can take pictures of the water, bridges, and historic riverfront, while the guide explains the connection to the series and points out nearby sights.

The bridge also gives the tour a change of pace. After narrow streets and courtyards, the river opens the view. If the weather is clear, this may be the moment when the walk feels most like a traditional Paris sightseeing tour rather than a television-location outing.

Place de Valois and Savoir’s polished setting

Place de Valois brings you into the elegant part of Emily’s working life. The square is linked to Savoir, the fictional marketing agency where Emily works.

The appeal here is visual. The refined buildings and quiet square match the polished image of Paris that the show sells so well. Your guide can also explain what you are seeing beyond the series, including the architecture and the role of nearby streets in central Paris.

Several guides praised across different departures have been especially strong at adding this wider context. Paula, Katie, Elizabeth, Fanny, and Tetiana were each singled out for combining show details with Paris history and art. Other named guides, including Tatiana, Henda, Trestina, and Rim Tamara, were also described as friendly, entertaining, and well informed about both the program and the city. Guide assignments can change, so treat these names as examples of the experience’s guiding style rather than a guarantee.

Rue de Montpensier and Gabriel’s restaurant

At 8 Rue de Montpensier, you see the exterior used for Gabriel’s restaurant. This is likely one of the most anticipated locations for fans, since it connects Emily’s romantic and social life with the streets of the Palais-Royal district.

The important practical point is that you should expect an exterior viewing and photo stop, not a meal included with the tour. The experience includes the guide and walking route, but food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included.

Your guide also discusses the nearby food culture and the role of restaurants in French daily life. That makes this stop more useful than a quick address check. You get the television connection, then a little help understanding why restaurant settings matter so much in Paris.

Palais-Royal Garden and the Colonnes de Buren

The walk continues to the Domaine National du Palais-Royal and its garden. Emily spends time in this area, and the garden is also connected with her meeting Mindy.

The Palais-Royal is an excellent setting for pictures. It has formal arcades, a calm garden, and a more measured atmosphere than many of the city’s major avenues. The stop gives you time to recreate a scene or simply enjoy the setting without rushing through it.

Nearby, you see the Colonnes de Buren, a striking modern art installation made of black-and-white striped columns. This is a useful reminder that Paris is not only medieval façades and grand monuments. The contrast between the classical surroundings and the modern columns gives your guide a natural opening to talk about art, public space, and the city’s changing taste.

The garden is also one of the places where the tour works for less devoted fans. Even if you have watched only a few episodes, you are still visiting one of central Paris’s most attractive public spaces.

Avenue de l’Opera and La Boulangerie Moderne

The route then heads toward Avenue de l’Opera, with the bakery known in the show as La Boulangerie Moderne. This is where Emily had her first pain au chocolat, making it a particularly easy stop for food-minded fans.

The tour does not include a pastry, so plan your own bakery break if you want to try one. That can be a good reason to leave room in your schedule after the walk rather than booking another activity immediately.

The food discussion is one of the tour’s more useful extras. Guides explain French eating habits and food culture instead of treating the pastry only as a prop. You may leave with a better sense of why a simple bakery visit carries so much meaning in the show.

Finishing near Rue de Richelieu

The route is listed as finishing at 48 Rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris. The meeting-point information also says the activity ends back at the meeting point, so I would confirm the exact end location when you book or with the guide at the start.

That detail matters if you have timed museum tickets, a restaurant reservation, or the optional boat cruise. The walking portion lasts 100 minutes, but you should allow a little extra time for pauses, photographs, and the possibility of a slower group.

The route covers a useful slice of central Paris. It begins near the Latin Quarter and reaches the Palais-Royal, the Seine, and the Opera area. You are not seeing every major monument, but you are moving through several attractive neighborhoods instead of staying in one small filming zone.

What the optional Seine cruise adds

You can add a narrated Seine River cruise after the walking tour. This changes the experience from a location walk into a broader half-day-style outing, although the cruise is an add-on rather than part of the basic $33 ticket.

I like the combination because the walking route shows how Paris feels at street level, while the boat gives you a wider view from the river. After two miles on foot, sitting down and watching the city pass by can also be welcome.

The value depends on your plans. If you already have a Seine cruise booked, skip the upgrade and keep the lower price. If this is your first time in Paris and you want one easy activity linking streets, bridges, and river views, the add-on makes practical sense.

Guide quality and the strongest part of the experience

The guides are the key to this tour. The strongest comments focus on guides who make the route about more than the show. Paula was praised for packing a lot into the walk while staying friendly and engaging. Elizabeth was noted for explaining history clearly, and one departure had a guide with a doctorate in medieval history who could offer depth without making the walk feel like a lecture.

Katie was also praised for making rainy conditions bearable and for adding historical details. Fanny, Tatiana, Henda, Trestina, Rim Tamara, and Tetiana were each described as personable, entertaining, or especially good at connecting Paris sights with the program.

That pattern tells you what to expect at its best: a social walk led by a guide who knows how to keep television fans interested while giving everyone else a reason to pay attention. The rating of 4.6 from 130 ratings supports that picture, though a walking tour always depends somewhat on the individual guide and group.

Who will enjoy this walk most

This is an easy choice for devoted Emily in Paris fans, especially if you want photos at the apartment, restaurant, workplace, garden, and bakery locations. It also suits families with older children and friends looking for a playful way to see central Paris.

You do not need to be an expert fan to enjoy it. The guides add enough information about monuments, art, food, and Parisian life to make the route worthwhile for casual viewers.

I would be more cautious if you dislike television-themed sightseeing or prefer long visits inside museums. This is an outdoor walking tour with brief guided stops, not a set tour or a museum program.

It is also a poor fit for anyone with mobility limitations. The route covers about two miles, includes cobblestones, and is not wheelchair accessible or stroller-friendly. Comfortable shoes are not optional advice here.

Price, timing, and practical value

At $33 per person, the basic tour is reasonably priced for 100 minutes with a live English-speaking guide. You are paying for route planning, local explanation, and the chance to connect several spread-out locations without working out the addresses yourself.

The price is strongest if you would otherwise spend time hunting down the filming spots. It is less compelling if you already know the route and are happy to view the exteriors independently.

The activity offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time, and you can reserve now and pay later. Starting times vary, so check availability before building the walk into a tightly timed day.

The tour is conducted in English. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to make your own way to Place de l’Estrapade and plan your onward transport.

Should you book the Emily in Paris walking tour?

Book it if you want a light, entertaining introduction to central Paris with real show locations, good photo stops, and a guide who adds history and local culture. The tour works best when you see it as a Paris walk with an Emily theme, not as a nonstop parade of television trivia.

Choose the Seine cruise if you want to round out the outing with river views and do not already have a boat trip planned. Skip it if your schedule is tight or you prefer to explore the city independently after the walk.

My practical verdict: fans should book, casual viewers can book if they want an easy guided route, and serious Paris regulars should choose it only for the show connection and the guide’s commentary. Arrive early, wear supportive shoes, and leave enough time for photos.

FAQ

How long is the Emily in Paris walking tour?

The walking tour lasts 100 minutes.

How much does the walking tour cost?

The listed price is $33 per person.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Place de l’Estrapade, 75005 Paris, in front of the building used as Emily’s house.

How do I reach Place de l’Estrapade?

You can take Metro line 10 to Cardinal Lemoine station, or bus 82 or 89.

How will I recognize the guide?

The ExperienceFirst guide will be holding an orange sign with the ExperienceFirst name on it.

Is the Seine River cruise included?

The Seine cruise is included only if you select the cruise option when booking.

What language is the tour conducted in?

The live guided tour is conducted in English.

How much walking is involved?

The route includes about two miles of walking at a leisurely pace.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible or stroller-friendly?

No. The activity is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for strollers or people with mobility impairments.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.