Uncover the hidden history of Paris’s bridges, from royal ambition and revolutions to engineering ingenuity. A self-guided audio walking tour with GPS, an easy way to see top sights along the river at your own pace.
Admissions not included.
Your purchase is for 30-day access to our self-guided cell-phone tour. Tickets or entry fees
for museums, historic sites, and other attractions are sold separately.
Walk the riverfront and uncover the hidden history behind Paris’s bridges. From Pont Neuf’s carved faces and Bastille stones in Pont de la Concorde to the iron grace of Pont des Arts and the sweep of Pont Alexandre III, each crossing reveals power, art, and engineering at work. Along the quays and islands you’ll find flood marks, old river gates, and views that link the Louvre to the water that shaped the city. This self-guided route with audio and GPS lets you start anywhere and go at your pace, one of the smartest ways to see central Paris’s sights.
Highlights
Pont Neuf — the oldest surviving bridge; spot the hundreds of carved faces and learn why it was built without houses.
Square du Vert-Galant — the tip of Ile de la Cite; see flood markers and why Henry IV was nicknamed the "Green Gallant".
Pont des Arts — the painters' footbridge; first metal bridge in Paris and how love locks led to new panels.
Institut de France — home of the academies; who meets under the dome and what they protect.
Pont du Carrousel — aligned with the Louvre; spot the four statues and how the bridge lines up with the museum axis.
Pont Royal — Louis XIV's stone crossing; from ferries to a permanent link between court and palace.
Louvre riverside — quays below the palace; find hidden river gates and flood marks that record the Seine's rises.
Pont Alexandre III — 1900 Exposition showpiece; look for the nymphs and winged horses on its low steel arch.
Pont de la Concorde — built with Bastille stones; how revolution rubble became a graceful bridge.
Place de la Concorde — obelisk and fountains; from royal parades to revolutionary justice, a square that changed with the times.
Pont des Invalides — the lowest bridge here; collapses, rebuilds, and reliefs of victories to spot.
Pont Saint-Michel — gateway near Notre-Dame; find Napoleon III "N" emblems and traces of house-lined spans.
All this, plus additional "hidden gems," expertly brought to life through our virtual guides....with rich, vivid history, local stories, and unmatched knowledge you will not find elsewhere. Even better, no tipping required!
Distance: ~1.9 miles (3.1 km) • Time: 2 hours • Stops: 12+ • Terrain: Flat riverwalk paths and sidewalks
Shaded area = approximate tour area
What you’ll experience
GPS location tracking — see your current location on the map.
Virtual Tour Guides — Detailed narration at each stop & answers to common questions.
Vast local knowledge — history, legends, and insider spots.
Local weather updates — stay prepared as you explore outdoors.
A “Free Roaming” adventure — start anywhere, wander at your pace.
What exactly unlocks when I buy?
You’ll get the full tour map with hot-air balloon markers (our map pins), our suggested walking path for orientation, detailed stories and site info, narration, and tons of local tips. Your purchase gives you unlimited access for 30 days via a private link. It runs right in your mobile browser — no installs, no storage — just open and go.
How do I start the tour?
Open your private tour link on your phone and tap the compass icon on the map to show where you are. Simply walk to the nearest stop and tap its marker to start the story. Then just visit any other stops you like, in any order, at your own pace.
How does a SmartWalkTour differ from a traditional tour?
It’s your pace, your path. No buses or group schedules. No tour guide tipping. Explore freely with on-map markers, narration, and an optional suggested path for big-picture orientation. Pause for a café, browse a shop, and pick up where you left off anytime — your guide is always in your pocket.
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Multiple tour stopping points. Start at any one, then tap the hot air balloon for detailed tour guide information.Virtual tour guides share rich stories at every stop, with Q&A and helpful links.Always know the local weather and plan your walk comfortably.Discover more tours nearby—walkable options to keep exploring.Four map styles, live GPS, and a suggested path you can toggle on/off.Helpful information is built in, plus links for even more detail.In app tips, FAQs, Local festivals and events. Maps show a wealth of detail, with public restroom locations.Direct links to attractions for hours, tickets, and more.
