What to expect

Like a police inspector, follow the trail of major criminal cases!

The Paris of Crime

Are you a fan of criminal investigations or simply curious about the history of major crimes from the time of King Philippe le Bel to the present day? If you are one of them, this guided tour organized just a few meters from the Quai des Orfèvres will surely interest you. Around the Louvre, on the Île de la Cité, through the darkest alleys, discover the crimes that have sent shivers down the spine of Paris.

In the oldest district of Paris, on the Île de la Cité, the history of major crimes doesn't choose its era or century. Since time immemorial, bandits, brigands, and criminals have terrorized women, men, and even those in power and French symbols. Whether in gangs or alone, these criminals have left their marks all along the Seine from the 14th century to our era. With this one-hour and thirty-minute walking tour, you will explore Paris with a new perspective. In the shoes of a detective, you will be on the trail of Paris's greatest criminals. Among them, Louis Dominique Cartouche, a highwayman from the 18th century, Pierre François Lacenaire, a criminal and swindler from the 19th century, and Jacques Mesrine, a bank robber from the 20th century.

Tour Information

Meeting Point: in front of the equestrian statue of Louis XIV next to the Louvre Pyramid.
Wearing comfortable shoes is highly recommended.
In case of inclement weather making the tour impossible, the tour may be rescheduled.

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