Reviews of Paris B-sides Tours

We had the pleasure of joining Cedric for the South Petite Ceinture tour. It was a lovely way to enjoy nature while never leaving the city. We walked good paths along the abandoned railway, heard the birds singing, descended into a beautiful park to appreciate the gardens, and still had time to visit a flea market, used book market and enjoy a meal. And throughout, we heard stories about the city and its surroundings. We’ll take home good memories. Definitely worth the time and cost.

Had a wonderful time on the passage way tour. Cedric was a great guide and very knowledgeable about Paris and it's history.

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!

After months of planning and learning about Paris A-side, my wife and I were actually more excited about the B-side, you know, the cool stuff that you can't just learn on the internet? Or something typically money can't buy, but now you sort of can?Cédric exceeded our expectations! This was such a personal, unique experience that's hard to capture in words. Not a single big reveal that makes it special, but small pieces of history and storytelling that made the experience so relatable and unforgettable. Everything was unscripted and organic, just like talking with a friend who genuinely loves sharing their city.5 stars is an understatement, I'd rate this experience priceless.

My husband & I booked the Belleville tour hoping to get a feel for everyday Paris, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. Cédric met us at a hotel/cafe on the edge of Belleville, and from the start it felt less like a tour and more like being shown around by a friend who knows the city inside and out. After espressos (and ginger beer), we began our journey wandering residential neighbourhoods, winding streets with filled with street art, a "secret garden", and all sorts of hidden gems. Cédric’s stories tied everything together. We learned about Belleville's working-class roots, its urban planning and history, its immigrant influences, and the creative energy that keeps it evolving. The route felt both meandering and perfectly paced, full of surprises but never rushed! Even the rain couldn't dampen the vibes!! If you're thinking of booking this tour... this is your sign to do it!

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.

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!!

My husband and I enjoyed one of the most interesting and fun tours of our lives yesterday with Cédric. He is extremely knowledgeable of history and also gives many rich cultural insights. He kindly and patiently spoke French to us for the entire tour. We will definitely book future tours with Cédric next time we come to Paris and recommend his services unreservedly.

We had an amazing time with Cedric. He does an excellent job of bringing the city to life. He also is so friendly, considerate, and was able to think on his feet which was needed considering we ran into the Tour De France the day of our tour! However, that time with him became one of the best parts of our entire trip. If we ever come back to Paris, we are 100% going to book another tour with him. Thanks for the great time and amazing memories.

I had such a great experience on Cédric’s Covered Passages tour. Even though I’ve been to Paris a few times, I would have never discovered these somewhat hidden walkways without his guidance. The tour was super relaxed but packed with fascinating details, not just about the history of the passages, but also about how Paris evolved over the years and how its borders shifted to become the city we know today.Cédric is friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to chat with. We had a great dinner and conversation afterward. If you want to see a side of Paris most visitors miss, I highly recommend this tour!