History and Mystery of Paris Passages Walking Tour｜France

Step back in time to the early 1800s as you explore the historic passages of Paris. Once bustling with places that included gambling, brothels, and dancing, today they boast beautiful shops, cafés, restaurants, and theaters. These passages are lasting symbols of the Industrial Revolution and modern capitalism.

Once Paris boasted 150 covered passages, serving as vibrant hubs for socializing, leisure, and entertainment. Today, only 25 or so survive, offering you an elegant glimpse into the past.

Stroll through these enchanting passages, which form a beautiful chain of shops, cafés, restaurants, hotels, and even apartments. Admire the stunning glass, metal, and wood ornamentation, a throwback to a time when these were new and modern. Beautiful skylights, original tile mosaic floors, and ornate architecture take you back to the ambiance of la Belle Epoque.

Immerse yourself in the history and mystery of these passages, the original shopping malls of Paris.