Our European vacation was made complete with a visit to Versailles. It is magnificent and just…read moremesmerizing. We had a private tour, which allowed us to appreciate the intricate details and rich history of the palace and the gardens. We did take a golf cart so we could get in as much of the gardens as possible. However, I will say that given the sheer size of Versailles, it truly feels like you need at least two days to fully capture and experience everything. After our tour , we rented golf carts and took them again. The gardens are stunning, and the opulence of the fountains and views called us back to see more. It's a must-see destination for anyone visiting France. It was truly unforgettable experience!

April 21, 2026 wife and I visited Palace of Versailles. We had tried buying tickets online in…read moreadvance, but all the morning tickets were sold out weeks in advance. On line tickets do not accept American express. There are no quotas of EEC vs non EEC tickets, but large tour groups purchase morning tickets days if not weeks in advance, and will often have only EEC tickets left for customers, in addition to adding a big surcharge. Took Uber for around $40 from central Paris to the Palace entrance, with the $40 including tip built in. Could have taken the subway and then transferred to train for 6 euros to reach this place in the distant suburbs of Paris. Got tickets at the window for 35 euros apiece. EEC country residents pay 22 euros, and children under 12 free. If you have a discounted ticket you must bring your passport to prove that you are eligible at the entranc We were set to for 230pm entry tickets, but we showed up at the entrance at 9am, and they waved us through, as there was no line. Saw the hall of mirrors and enough ceiling paintings to sprain my neck. Walked along the expansive grounds surrounding the palace where it got quite hot despite it being only April. Spent half a day here, before the crowds got overwhelming, and then walked 30 minutes from the palace through the grounds to the railway station to take the train back to Paris 15 miles away. Viking river tours was charging $495 per person for the tour, but they arranged everything, and no standing in line. Cost the two of us $40 for Uber, $84 for tickets, and $8 for the metro.

It is my first time in France and my trip couldn't have gone well without American Concierge…read more I was met immediately at customs by my truly amazing guide Janice. In less than 30 minutes we were at Palais Garnier(opera house) in the heart of Paris. She elegantly led through the streets instilling all her knowledge of Paris and France. Janice sat me down with a cafe ole, and proceeded to inform me all about; neighborhoods, cafes, cabs, taxis, trains and the very important Paris metro system. Since my trip was to south she was in charge of getting me on to my train without fail, with threats of a national Rail Strike. My guide ensured me that I will get to my final destination and beyond. Without fail I was on a High Speed train to Lourdes France to begin a truly remarkable vacation, and by the time I got back to Paris I felt like an expert in getting around. Thank you for a truly amazing experience

Fabulous personalized tours !!! Rich the head concierge was excellent…read more My wife and I do not enjoy large group tours. That's why we went with this service. We first skyped with Sharon and Rich to plan out our trip, mainly to find the best out of the way places. We started the trip with a personal Airport pickup. Then we spent the next 4 days on some great private tours. First the Montmartre art & culture tour, then the Marais shopping tour (my wife designed her own perfume scent), then the Tuileries Waterlilies & Hot Chocolate Tour (love that Angelina's Hot Chocolate). But the best part though, was when Janice (a Jazz singer her self) took us on a custom Jazz music tour to the best out of the way Jazz venues, and gave us the low down on the Paris Jazz culture. We also wanted to to Marianne's private gallery tour, but the timing was not right. We'll do that one the next time, and probably the Cheese market tour, and (maybe) the 'Gotta Dance' tour. Thanks Rich and americanconcierge.com. We'll see you next time we're in Paris.

Great Way to See Most Significant Landmarks!…read more My friend and I were in Paris for only 4 days and wanted to hit all the highlights before heading out on the rest of our European vacation. We were lucky enough to stumble upon Paris Foot Walks after a few searches on the internet. Our tour guide for the day was Steven. Steven was very knowledgeable about not only the history of all the attractions, but the politics and cultural significance of each landmark. The Paris Foot Walks tour gave us a chance to get a cursory glance at what Paris had to offer. We were able to spend our remaining days spending time revisiting those landmarks we liked best instead of wasting valuable travel time trying to figure out what was interesting and what needed to be skipped. The approximately 3-hour and 4-5 mile walking tour began at the Arc de Triomphe and ended at the Louvre. It did not seem liked we walked that far as the tour was appropriately broken up with stops for coffee and bathroom breaks. Our tour guide informed us of how much it money would cost and how much time was necessary for each of the landmarks we were interested in exploring further. Definitely recommended. I am hoping to see these tours pop up in other locations.

My wife and I took our tour on an afternoon when we wanted to get outside, get some exercise, and…read morelearn about this wonderful city. I really like history, so I enjoyed the in-depth knowledge shared by our guide as we began with the Arc de Triomphe, proceeded to the Champs-Élysées, discovered the Louvre and more. A walking tour is certainly a commitment, but our guide was quite thoughtful, stopping frequently when he sensed we were getting tired, recommending pleasant places to sit, rest, and talk to others in the group. This is probably not an activity for elderly individuals who have difficulty getting around, or for children who will need to be carried. I think you could do the tour fairly easily with a stroller. The walk is not difficult--but you do go some distance, and you have to cross streets and navigate sidewalks with other pedestrians. My wife and I both agreed that we would take a tour with Paris Foot Walks again. My next choice would be the Wine, Beer & Conversation tour, which just looks like a great evening out in Paris!