Discover Paris

with a Private Guide

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Welcome to Private Guide in Paris, a boutique agency dedicated to private tours and tailor-made experiences in Paris.

We design and deliver personalized visits for couples, families, friends, student groups, and corporate events, from cultural discoveries to immersive experiences.

As a licensed tour guide, I personally lead many of our tours, and I also collaborate with a carefully selected team of expert guides, each specialized in their field—art history, photography, gastronomy, architecture, or French history.

Whether you wish to explore the Louvre, wander through Montmartre, enjoy a food tour, or organize a private visit for a seminar or academic group, we create meaningful experiences at your own pace, away from the crowds, with professionalism, flexibility, and a personal touch.

Marc Candes - Licensed Guide & Founder

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Private Tours

in Paris with professional local guides

Hiring a private guide in Paris means more than just visiting monuments. It’s about gaining insight into French history, culture, and daily life. Instead of following a large group, you enjoy a personalized tour adapted to your rhythm. I’ll take you through hidden courtyards, local markets, and secret spots that most travelers never get to see.

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a memorable tour !

Whether it’s your first time in Paris or your tenth, a private guide can make your trip unforgettable. Browse my selection of private tours, or contact me to create a customized itinerary. Let’s make Paris your Paris.

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Additional Services

  • Private Transportation

    If you are loking for a private transfer from or to the airport in Paris or simply private transportation during your stay.

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  • Travel Expertise

    If you are looking for advises about your stay in Paris, as a travel planner I am here to assist you.

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  • Personal Shopping

    If you are looking for shopping in Paris, I collaborate with professional stylists to assist you during your stay.

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  • “Marc C. Was an excellent guide for our private tour of the Louvre today. His depth of knowledge, understanding of the significance of what we are seeing and ability to communicate it to us is second to none. He also did a great job introducing us to the Louvre, starting with an overview of the facility, including its history, and taking us through time from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance. I recommend highly.” Mark R.

  • “Guide was great - super knowledgeable about the artwork, flexible and amenable.” Allison S.

  • “My wife and I took Marc's tour of the Musee D'Orsay. It was a terrific tour. Marc was very knowledgeable and imparted his information in an easy- to- understand manner. His pace was perfect, and we were able to see the most of the most interesting art pieces in the allotted time of the tour. You will not go wrong booking this tour with Marc.” Alan W.

  • “In celebration of her 89th birthday, I took my mother to Europe. When she learned the trip would start in Paris she only had one request,... "To go to the top of the Eiffel Tower." Despite the somewhat short notice, Marc was quick to respond and make all the necessary arrangements. We were through the lines in no time and were soon exploring the tower's two levels, where Marc provided an amazing tour. Mom is still raving about it! In a word, Marc's private tour of the Eiffel Tower was "FANTASTIQUE !!!” Daniel F.

  • “Marc was an outstanding tour guide - very knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to tailor the tour as we wished. We had a great time and highly recommend him to others!” Shane M.

  • “Amazing time, wonderful guide! I took a guided tour with Marc to the Arc de Triomphe, champs-élysées, and The Eiffel Tower. Marc arrived on time to pick me up from my hotel and was friendly and knowledgeable. He took great care in fulfilling a dream of mine to stand atop the Eiffel Tower and drink a glass of champagne. Gotta love a stress free travel day. I highly recommend Marc to anyone visiting Paris! Thanks Marc for a truly memorable day!” Susan G.

  • “This was truly an outstanding experience! Highly recommend!! We have a few days in Paris and took this tour on the first day - by far the best possible way to get oriented to the city. Marc was knowledgeable, informative and provided awesome insight for sites to see later in our stay.” Danielle G.

  • “We booked three of Marc's tours to fill our day and the entire day was great. I have mobility issues and Marc was not only professional, but empathetic and caring keeping the tour at a pace I could handle; offering his arm when I needed extra support; always finding me a seat on the public transportation and elevators to the top of the Arc de triumph. Even having to take things slower, he managed to show myself, husband, daughter and sister every one of our must sees. Thanks Marc” Kathryn H.

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