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Bonjour, I am Cédric, a Paris enthusiast and a real flaneur at heart, ready to take you on unconventional Paris tours!
My personal take is that our city is too often seen through the prism of art and history only, while contemporary life is booming and waiting for you.
As the founder of Paris B-sides, I want to focus on a little-known Paris that conceals so many surprises. Let me guide you off the beaten track, so you can discover its many facets and soak up local life...
French and long-time Parisian, always on the lookout for B-sides in this non-stop evolving city
Village-like neighborhoods, hole-in-the-wall places, gastronomy, cultural dynamism, nature and sustainability... with a touch of historical context
Practice your French or experience the famous Anglo-parisian accent... and even some Italian gibberish in option!
Book online with an international platform and flexibility in the payment options
Trust the tour suggestions or tell me about you for a more personalized experience
From 3h to a whole day, include a meal break or a final drink, ask for a multi-day tour or a small study group tour
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EXCELLENT Based on 30 reviews Posted on Steve StrockTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I booked a last minute tour of Montmarte with Cedric and had a wonderful time. He is very knowledgeable and taught us a lot, which he balanced with a great sense of humor and levity. We saw a part of the city that we never would have seen on our own and it’s one of the highlights of our trip. We’ll be getting in touch with Cedric again next time we’re in town. Highly recommended!Posted on Rondie LiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. B-side is simply the better side. ❤️ First time visiting Paris, I was quite overwhelmed by everything, even coming from another big city. Many cool attractions can distract us from the interesting details. Cédric truly delivered a tour that helped me learn about this city. I took a tour with my spouse in the 20th arrondissement, which isn't a common suggestion for tourists. It was really fun and left us with the deepest impression of this city!Posted on Stefanie FioreTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Belleville tour with Paris B-Sides was the highlight of our time in Paris. We loved exploring the neighbourhood’s bustling streets, public art, gardens, and hidden gems while learning how its history shaped the city. Cédric made the experience unforgettable with his warmth, humour, and deep knowledge, expertly dodging the rain and always ready with another engaging story/insight. We would absolutely book another tour on our next trip!Posted on Lauren LongTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I had a wonderful custom private tour with Cedric, who we discovered on Reddit. Despite booking last-minute, he was able to customize a tour that took into account some tricky timing and location constraints. We toured a quaint area of the Latin Quarter I didn't even know existed, the opposite of the tourist traps and crowds associated with the area. We learned a lot and enjoyed Cedric's laid back vibe. Great experience and value.Posted on Mary LiskoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I booked a semi-private tour of the Covered Passages with Cédric initially for Sept 18; due to the strike, we switched it to the 28th. This was a highlight of our trip; we had an absolute blast! Although a semi-private tour, it was only the two of us, so it turned a private tour that lasted almost 3.5 hours (not our doing, we only made one unscheduled pause for a coffee). We meandered our way through the passages, took detours, popped into shops, and learned about the history of the CPs. Our “surprise visit to a historical building” was utterly fantastic and gorgeous! Cédric is very knowledgeable, personable, has a great sense of humor (towers being not round for example), and had wonderful suggestions for where to go later in our trip for hot chocolate (cafe pavane for the win, btw). I very highly recommend booking any of his tours!!Posted on Cynthia R. MendozaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want to experience Paris like a local, I highly recommend that you book a private tour with Cédric at Paris B-sides. He showed us a side of Montmartre that most tourists do not get to see. Our tour with Cédric was the highlight of our trip to Paris. Not only did we see a lot and learn a lot but we got to hang out with Cédric who is a delightful person. His tours are also reasonably priced. Much better prices than other tour operators. I can’t wait to book another tour with him on a future trip to Paris.Posted on Marci BrenholzTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I had an incredible tour with Cedric! He is an extremely knowledgeable, friendly and considerate guide. The tour was a delightful departure from the usual. He led us expertly up to Sacré Couer from the back of the church, as opposed to approaching from the more touristed side, sharing fascinating stories of Montmartre as we went. He kept his conversation interactive and continually responded to the interest and needs of my family, including engaging my 10-year-old. We threw an extra challenge at Cedric when our 70-something-year- old mothers needed to take a break during the walk. He kindly found us first a lovely cafe where we shared breakfast and then another cafe for our mothers to sit on while we continued up the hill. He was totally unfazed and kind, and could not have been more helpful. We chose to have lunch with him and he took us to an absolutely lovely, well priced and delicious cafe. I asked a question at the end of the tour and he remembered and sent me additional information on the topic later. Cannot recommend me enough!!Posted on Natasha MuslihTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a travel planner and trip host, I am always on the lookout for great guides who can offer something a little different from the usual tours, so I am very happy to have found Cedric. I recently hosted a small group tour of Paris for travellers who have already visited the city several times. Cedric guided my group through the covered passages of Paris, and shared facts and tidbits some of our even hard-core francophiles didn't know. He is knowledgeable and engaging; someone who knows his stuff and loves to share it.Posted on Evžen WybitulTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have to second the other reviews. Cédric was a great, helpful, and knowledgeable guide. Most importantly, he was genuinely nice to spend the 4-ish hours with!Posted on Danielle SensleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Even after a few trips to Paris, I had never seen these beautiful covered passages before. Cédric’s tour was relaxed, fun, and full of historical facts, both about the passages themselves and how Paris grew and changed over the years. He’s friendly, knowledgeable, and makes the city come alive. I even stayed for dinner afterward and had a great chat! If you want to explore a side of Paris most tourists miss, I highly recommend this tour.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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