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Nat Geo Day Tour: Paris, the City of Book Lovers

Art, culture and gastronomy
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Explore Paris's literary history with guided visits to the Bibliotheque Nationale, time to meet one of the Seine's historic ‘Bouquinistes' - booksellers - and a trip to the Shakespeare and Co bookstore. Paris has had a long love affair with books.

Highlights

  • Ignite your passion for books as your historian guide takes you on a journey through Paris's literary history and some of its most notable book-related sites.
  • Visit the most important spaces in the Bibliotheque Nationale Française, one of the finest libraries in Europe.
  • Exclusive to National Geographic travelers, talk to the owner of one of the UNESCO-protected bookshops around the Seine river, a "Bouquiniste", and learn first-hand about their enduring trade and their significant role in the Parisian landscape.
  • Enjoy a guided visit to Shakespeare and Co, one of the most emblematic bookstores in Paris and once a hub for influential writers.

Description

The evidence is most visible along stretches of the Seine, where for centuries booksellers have traded in second hand, rare or antique books from their distinctive green stalls. This tour is designed for anyone with a passion for books, as your National Geographic-trained guide takes you on a voyage through Paris's literary history and some of its ...

What's Included

  • Guided tour, Wheelchair accessible
  • Lunch

Important informations

  • Instant confirmation Free cancellation Official reseller Entrance Fees Included Guided Tour Meal Included Subject expert guide  COVID-19 information: There is a limit number of visitors, Government regulations compliant, Social distancing, Regular desinfection, Hands Sanitizers, Equipment sanitized, Visitors must bring and wear a mask, The guide will wear a mask Where: Bibliothèque nationale de France | site Richelieu : Bibliothèque de Recherche, 58 Rue de Richelieu, 75002 Paris, France Meeting point: Meet at the Bibliothèque nationale de France. What to remember:  Not suitable for:people who struggle to walk distancesKnow in advance:terrain type is flatyou'll walk approx. 4kmyour drink will be served at Café LivreRemember to bring:comfortable shoes 
  • It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.

Care of Covid-19

Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.


Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.

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