travelocity
A large modern building with a prominent archway, surrounded by other high-rise buildings and construction cranes. 1
A modern skyscraper with a unique design, surrounded by other high-rise buildings in an urban setting. 2
A modern sculpture in front of a glass building with the name 'CARRE MICHELLE' visible. 3
A modern glass skyscraper with a unique geometric top section, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky. 4
A modern high-rise building with a curved facade and numerous windows. 5
By Cognosimo Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $189 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
See tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the modern district of La Défense, the financial center of Paris
    • Admire the Grande Arche, a modern structure symbolizing the city's modernity
    • Learn about the urbanization project of La Défense that began in the 60s
    • See the contrast between classic Paris and its contemporary development
    • Explore the district's avant-garde architecture

Activity location

    • Paris
    • Paris, Île-de-France, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Prom. de l'Arche, 92800 Puteaux, France | Meeting point in front of the school.
    • Puteaux, Île-de-France, France

Check availability

Paris: La Défense Modern District Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes1h 15m
    1h 15m
  • English
Price details
$100.28 x 2 Adults$200.56
Total
Price is $200.56

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided walking tour of La Défense
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Grande Arche
  • Inclusions
    Exploration of modern sculptures and squares
  • Inclusions
    Insights into the urbanization project of La Défense
  • Exclusions
    Tips and fees

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Smoking
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Explore the district of La Défense, the financial and modern center of Paris, with its avant-garde architecture. Visit the Grande Arche, a monumental structure symbolizing modernity that is aligned with the Arc de Triomphe, the Obelisk, and the Place de la Concorde.

    Meet your guide at the Grande Arche de la Défense and begin your walking tour. Admire the sculptures and squares that are part of this district and learn about the urbanization project of La Défense that began in the 60s under the direction of Georges Pompidou, with the collaboration of architects such as Jean Prouvé and Oscar Niemeyer.

    This tour is ideal for lovers of modern architecture and urban planning, and for those interested in the contrast between classic Paris and its contemporary development.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Paris
    • Paris, Île-de-France, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Prom. de l'Arche, 92800 Puteaux, France | Meeting point in front of the school.
    • Puteaux, Île-de-France, France