French Revolution & American Independence with General Lafayette

Paris Untold: From Terror to Tribute – A French-American Story

Discover the hidden side of Paris on this intimate small-group tour, venturing beyond the tourist trails to uncover secret corners steeped in extraordinary history.

While most know of the guillotine’s presence at Place de la Concorde, this tour explores entirely different locations where the infamous blade carried out its grim work during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. You’ll discover lesser-known execution sites across Paris, each with its own compelling story far from the usual tourist landmarks.

The tour culminates at a remarkable intersection of French and American history, near the final resting place of the Revolution’s victims. Here lies the Marquis de Lafayette, the French hero of the American Revolution who became an honorary U.S. citizen – a powerful symbol of the enduring French-American alliance.

Though the subject matter is somber, this unique experience offers more than just a history lesson. As you connect with these pivotal moments of the past, you’ll find yourself moved by an unexpected sense of serenity and wonder. Far from being macabre, the tour leaves visitors with a profound appreciation for the deep historical bonds between France and America.

Highlights

• Small group tour (max 10 people)
• Unique walking tour from a historic guillotine site to a private cemetery with Revolution-era mass graves
• Stories linking American Independence and the French Revolution
• Paris insider tips
• VIP (Vacationer In Paris) surprises