Paris: Emily TV Show Locations Guided Walking Tour

Emily in Paris makes you look up. This walking tour turns show scenes into real street corners, gardens, and photo ops, with an English guide who ties the filming spots to everyday Paris. I love how you get scene-by-scene stops and time to line up selfies, not just a lecture. I also like the mix of pop-culture moments and practical Paris context, so you leave understanding the city as well as the series. One drawback to plan for: you are walking about 2 miles and it is not stroller-friendly or wheelchair accessible.

Guides can vary, but the praise is consistent. I’ve seen guides named Tatiana, Henda, Elizabeth, Paula, Katie, and Fanny, and they all lean into fun show details plus solid local info, which is exactly what you want on a tour like this. You will want to bring your best comfy-shoe plan, because the route is concentrated, and you will move at a leisurely pace, but you still move.

Emily in Paris Locations, the Real-World Version

This is for you if you want Paris that feels cinematic but also feels lived in. You’ll walk through the kind of central neighborhoods where the show’s styling actually matches the architecture around you. The payoff is simple: you stop at recognizable places, you take photos that look like the show, and your guide keeps pointing out what is real, what is framed for TV, and what is just plain cool in Paris.

And if you are more than a casual fan, you’ll appreciate the extra layers. The tour does not just say, this is where a scene happened. It also explains why these places matter in Paris culture, fashion, and food, then adds specific details like coins and tokens at a museum, plus time over iconic water views.

Start at Place de l’Estrapade, Then Get Your Bearings Fast

The tour starts at Place de l’Estrapade at the spot in front of the Emily in Paris house. Your guide is holding an orange sign that says ExperienceFirst, so it is easy to spot the group at the beginning.

Getting there is straightforward. You can take metro line 10 to Cardinal Lemoine station, or buses 82 or 89. Do not stroll in late. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up once you are behind.

Practical tip: since the tour is timed to filming-location pacing, wear shoes you can walk in for a steady 100 minutes. Also, charge your phone before you go. You will use it for selfies, reels, and quick photo checks while the guide is talking.

Cour du Commerce Saint-André: Cobblestones, an Old Alley, and Gabriel’s Spot

One of the first standout streets is Cour du Commerce Saint-André. This is the kind of narrow, cobblestone alley that instantly makes Paris feel old and storybook at the same time.

Here, you get the filming-location magic and the real Paris payoff. The alley dates to 1734, and it is tied to the oldest restaurant in Paris, so it feels like more than a background set. If you are hunting for the show’s mood, this is a smart place to slow down, frame carefully, and get that “we are really there” shot.

If you are the type who hates rushed photos, this part is usually where you’ll be grateful the guide keeps the pace leisurely. You can take a couple of tries without losing the whole group.

Musée de la Monnaie: 300,000 Coins, Tokens, and Fashion-Show Details

Next up is Musée de la Monnaie. This stop gives you the show-to-city bridge in a very Paris way: money history, design, and the objects that tell stories.

The tour includes specifics that make this museum feel more concrete than a generic visit. You’ll learn about the museum’s collection, including 300,000 coins, tokens, and treasures, and you’ll also connect it to the kind of fashion show and auction scenes you likely remember from the series.

This is also a great stop for your “wait, this is why Paris looks like Paris” mindset. Museums here are not just quiet rooms. They are part of the city’s visual language, especially around fashion and art.

Pont des Arts: Cross the Bridge, Then Let the Seine Do the Work

Then you get to Pont des Arts and the views of the Seine. Crossing this bridge is one of those moments where the city rewards you immediately. The water, the angles, and the skyline make it easy to capture something that looks like a movie frame.

This section also works as a pace reset. The walking stays steady, but the bridge gives you a natural pause point. If you want a reel, this is the place to shoot one. Get one wide shot of the bridge and river first, then move for tighter framing.

Quick photo tip: stand somewhere with a clear line to the river and keep people from stepping into your background. Paris sidewalks are crowded, so it helps to position early and let the crowd flow around you while you shoot.

Place de Valois and the Nearby Courtyards: Where Paris Looks Like It Did

You’ll spend time around Place de Valois, a spot that helps you understand how the show’s “proper Paris” vibe fits into the actual city layout. Think of it as the connective tissue between bigger landmarks, where streets open into little urban stages.

This is also where the guide’s context matters. When your guide explains the why behind the setting, you start noticing details yourself, like how buildings frame sightlines and how certain corners feel like they were made for character entrances.

If you want the best-looking photos here, move slowly, look up, and aim for symmetry when possible. Paris does a lot of the composition for you.

8 Rue de Montpensier: Emily’s Residence Exterior Shots

At 8 Rue de Montpensier, the tour points you toward Emily’s residence. This is one of the most “I recognize that from the show” stops, and it is also a good reminder that these locations are real lived-in neighborhoods, not studio sets.

For photos, keep it respectful. You’re outside, so you are sharing space with locals. Treat it like you would a landmark street photo moment. Take your shot, then step aside so the rest of the group and the street can keep moving.

If you are a fan who likes to compare frames, this is a stop to do that work. You can line up your phone angle and then quickly switch to a different framing for your reel without waiting.

Palais-Royal Garden and the Colonnes de Buren: Quiet Drama and Striped Art

This is the heart-of-the-tour feeling stop: the Domaine National du Palais-Royal and the Palais-Royal Garden. This is where the tour shifts from street energy to a calmer garden mood, including the tranquil garden where Emily meets Mindy.

You’ll also see Colonnes de Buren, the striking modern art installation with the bold striped look. This contrast is part of what makes the stop so memorable. You get old Paris structure and then a modern art statement that changes how the whole courtyard photographs.

How to make this stop work for you:

• Give yourself time to wander a step or two before you start shooting.
• Try one wide shot first, then come closer for the stripes and shadows.

This section is also where the show’s “fashion meets romance” feel tends to click with the real place. Even if you are not the biggest art fan, the stripes read instantly on camera.

Avenue de l’Opéra to the Final Walk: Work, Style, and a Strong Finish

Next comes Avenue de l’Opera, where you get a more city-forward stretch. The guide ties this part into French culture, fashion, and food, so the walk keeps moving while your brain stays engaged.

You’ll also cover more show-world essentials as you head toward the finish. The tour includes stops tied to Emily’s workplace and social life, plus locations connected to Gabriel’s restaurant and the La Boulangerie Moderne bakery moment with her first pain au chocolat.

The tour wraps at 48 Rue de Richelieu. This end point is a strong “last photo and final context” moment, where you can look back at what you have just seen and make sense of how the show uses Paris as a character.

Photo Strategy: How to Get Reel-Worthy Shots Without Falling Behind

A walking tour lives or dies by pacing. On this one, the pace is leisurely, and you have time for photos. That said, you still need a plan.

Here’s what works:

• Take one “establishing” photo first at each main landmark, wide enough to prove where you are.
• Then take one close-up for texture, like stone, metal railings, or the stripes of Colonnes de Buren.
• Keep your phone ready when the guide stops talking. Guides often point out framing ideas at the exact moment you will want to shoot.

One more pro note: in some guides’ approach, you may see reference photos used to match scenes to angles. That helps a lot if you are trying to reproduce a specific screenshot from memory.

Optional Upgrade: Narrated Seine Cruise After Your Walk

If you add the upgrade, you tack on a Seine River cruise after the walking portion. This is a smart add-on if you want a classic Paris perspective without spending extra time on transit.

The value here is the combo: the tour gives you land-based locations, and the cruise gives you moving skyline views. The upgrade is also narrated, so you get explanations while you relax.

Time-wise, the walking part is about 100 minutes, and the cruise sits nicely after when your legs start asking questions.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Should Skip It)

This is a great fit for:

• Emily in Paris fans who want more than a casual hit-list of filming spots.
• People who like a guide who connects show details to real Paris neighborhoods and landmarks.
• Travelers who want a compact day activity that still feels like an experience, not a rushed checklist.

You might skip it if:

• You need wheelchair access or stroller access, because the tour is not wheelchair accessible nor stroller-friendly.
• You hate walking on cobblestones or narrow streets. It is not extreme, but it is real walking over about 2 miles.

Also, if you are easily stressed by crowds, plan to take your photos quickly at each stop. Paris is Paris, and popular locations draw people.

Should You Book This Emily in Paris Walking Tour?

Book it if you want a guided way to see central Paris through the lens of the show, and you care about doing it right, with context, time for photos, and an English-speaking guide. At $34 per person for a 100-minute walk with a guide, it is priced like a solid guided city experience. And if you upgrade to the narrated Seine cruise, it becomes a strong use of your day because you get both land and water perspectives.

Skip it only if your main goal is a low-effort, sit-down sightseeing day. This tour is designed for movement and street-level photos. If that matches your travel style, it is a fun, very Paris way to turn fandom into real memories.

FAQ

How long is the Paris: Emily TV Show Locations guided walking tour?

The tour lasts 100 minutes.

How much walking is involved?

It includes 2 miles of walking at a leisurely pace.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet your guide in front of the Emily in Paris house at Place de l’Estrapade, 75005. The guide holds an orange ExperienceFirst sign.

What language is the guide?

The tour is in English.

Does the price include a Seine cruise?

The Seine river cruise is included only if you select the option to add it.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible or stroller-friendly?

No. It is not wheelchair accessible and it is not stroller-friendly.

Is the Seine cruise narrated?

Yes, the Seine cruise is narrated.

Can I get a refund if I cancel?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.