REVIEW · PARIS
Paris: Explore the City Like Emily Tour – Filming Locations
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Paris feels different when it’s on-screen. This 2-hour walking tour follows Emily’s footsteps through film locations, photo stops, and stylish corners of Paris, with a local guide who ties the TV moments to real-day French life. You’ll start at the meeting spot beside the fountain and then work your way through key settings like Emily’s apartment and the places behind the show’s big scenes.
Two things I especially like: you get a semi-private group (max 8), so questions don’t get swallowed. And the tour finishes with a grand Paris landmark at Palais Garnier, which is a great capstone if you want a classic backdrop for your photos. One heads-up: some filming-location spots can be closed at times, so keep your expectations flexible and bring good walking shoes for the outdoor stretches.
In This Review
- Key Highlights You’ll Actually Care About
- How This Emily in Paris Walk Works in Real Life
- Finding Your Guide by the Fountain Square
- Emily’s Apartment and the Savoir Agency: Style Meets Street-Level Paris
- Gabriel’s Restaurant and the Bakery: The Food Stops Add Texture
- Moving Through Charming Neighborhoods (And What the Guide Does With It)
- Finishing at Palais Garnier: A Grand Stop for Your Last Photos
- Price and Value: Is $41 Worth It?
- Who Should Book This Tour—and Who Might Not
- Should You Book This Emily in Paris Filming Locations Tour?
- FAQ
- How long is the Paris Explore the City Like Emily Tour?
- What does it cost?
- How big is the group?
- What places are included on the walk?
- What languages are offered?
- Where do we meet the guide?
- Is this tour affiliated with Netflix?
Key Highlights You’ll Actually Care About
- Small-group pace: semi-private tours capped at 8 people, with time for photos
- Filming-location route: Emily’s apartment plus major show sites, including Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery
- Expats-in-Paris lens: stories about French culture, fashion, and cuisine tied to what you see
- Photo stop focus: designed for the best selfie moments tied to the series
- Big ending: Palais Garnier brings the walk to a memorable, recognizable close
How This Emily in Paris Walk Works in Real Life
This tour is built for two kinds of people: fans who want the screen-to-street match-up, and first-timers who want an efficient way to get their bearings in Paris. In a little over two hours, you’re guided through a set of locations that are easy to spot, easy to photograph, and easy to connect to the show’s vibe.
What makes it more than a sightseeing loop is the way the guide connects details. You don’t just stand and look. You hear what’s going on behind the scenes of the series and get commentary on French culture, fashion, and food as you move city to city, street to street.
And yes, it’s themed. But the best part is that the theme acts like a map. If you’re the type who likes to “learn while moving,” this format is a win.
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Finding Your Guide by the Fountain Square
Your tour starts beside the fountain in the middle of a square. Your guide stands there holding an EXPLORE PARIS TOURS sign, which makes the meetup simple once you know what to look for.
That matters because this is a walking tour, and timing is everything. If you arrive a few minutes early, you’ll feel calm instead of stressed, which is the best way to enjoy city walks in any neighborhood.
Also, plan for real Paris weather. Even when the route is short, you’ll be outside most of the time. Comfortable shoes are a must, especially if you want to pause often for photos at each stop.
Emily’s Apartment and the Savoir Agency: Style Meets Street-Level Paris
The walk begins right where Emily’s Paris adventure starts: her apartment setting. It’s the sort of stop that feels instantly familiar if you’ve watched the show—partly because it’s a recognizable anchor, and partly because it helps you understand how the story frames the city.
Next comes the Savoir agency—a key location for the creative-work atmosphere that the series plays with. This is where the tour can feel especially fun, because you’re not just watching a backdrop in your memory. You’re seeing how Paris streets and architecture support that aspirational feeling the show leans into.
A good guide can also turn this stop into something practical: how Parisians think about style, how professional life gets portrayed, and why certain areas of the city have such a distinct fashion-forward reputation. Guides named Rachel and Fanny (and sometimes Fay) come across as friendly and easy to talk to in the way they guide these moments—so if something doesn’t click for you, ask. That’s when the walking tour earns its keep.
Gabriel’s Restaurant and the Bakery: The Food Stops Add Texture
The next section leans into romance and cravings. You’ll visit Gabriel’s restaurant and then head toward the cozy bakery where Emily gets her first taste of French pastry.
Even if you’re not the type who buys snacks on tours, the food stops matter because they give the walk texture. Paris in the show often feels like it’s about moments—tiny scenes that become big mood. The bakery stop is a perfect example of how a small location can do a lot of storytelling work.
Practical tip: at these stops, don’t treat it like a quick photo and run. Take 30 seconds to look around—street layout, storefront placement, and the way pedestrians move. That helps you understand why these spots photograph well and why they show up so often in TV-style Paris fantasies.
Moving Through Charming Neighborhoods (And What the Guide Does With It)
This tour moves through a few charming neighborhoods while your guide keeps the storyline connected to the real city. You’ll hear stories tied to French culture, fashion, and cuisine as you go, so the walk doesn’t feel like a checklist.
In particular, I like how the guide handles the expat perspective. Paris can be intimidating if you land jet-lagged. But hearing the city explained through a newcomer’s lens—especially through a character you already know—makes it easier to relax and observe.
It’s also a good chance to learn small, useful habits, like what people look for in a café stop, how style fits into everyday life, and how food culture gets woven into daily routines. You won’t get a textbook. You’ll get context you can carry into your own plans later.
One consideration: the pacing includes time for photos and exploring. That’s great for fans and camera users, but if you prefer fast museum-style efficiency, you might want to go in with the right mindset: this is meant to be slow enough to enjoy.
Finishing at Palais Garnier: A Grand Stop for Your Last Photos
The tour ends at Palais Garnier, one of Paris’s most famous landmarks. It’s a smart finish because the building gives you instant scale and drama—exactly the kind of landmark moment that makes a 2-hour walk feel like a proper outing.
Palais Garnier also works as a reset for your brain. You’ve been tracking specific show-related spots, and then suddenly you’re in front of a historic spectacle that’s part of the city’s real-world identity. It’s the perfect place to zoom out and remember you’re not just walking through a TV set—you’re in Paris.
If you love a last-photo flourish, this is where you’ll feel the payoff. Stand back for wider shots, then come in closer for details. Even without a ticket plan, the exterior and surrounding area give you plenty to work with for pictures and orientation.
Price and Value: Is $41 Worth It?
At $41 per person for a 2-hour semi-private walking tour, the value depends on what you want most.
If you’re an Emily fan chasing locations like Emily’s apartment, the Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery, the price starts to make sense quickly. You’re paying for a guided route that packages these stops into a coherent experience, plus a guide who explains how the series ties to French culture and daily life.
If you’re more of a casual viewer, you might judge it as a bit theme-heavy. But even then, it’s still a useful way to get oriented, because the tour is designed around charm and context, not just random landmarks.
One other value factor: group size. With a max of 8 people, it’s easier to get answers and to spend a little extra time at the stops that matter to you. And that matters more than a small price difference when you’re walking and trying to see a lot in a short window.
Also, the tour shows strong satisfaction overall, with a 4.8 rating from 41 reviews—and the consistent praise is about guides who keep the walk engaging and the show references actually meaningful.
Who Should Book This Tour—and Who Might Not
Book this if:
- you love the show and want screen-specific filming locations you can photograph
- you want an easy, guided introduction to Paris with an expat-in-Paris perspective
- you like small groups and time built in for photos
- you’ll enjoy French culture talk tied to fashion and food
Consider skipping or pairing it with something else if:
- you’re sensitive to walking time and prefer fewer outdoor stops
- you hate themed tours and would rather focus on art museums or historical sites only
- you’re depending on every single location being open and accessible—some spots can be unavailable
For best results, come ready to wander a bit, ask questions, and treat it as a story walk through Paris rather than a strict route.
Should You Book This Emily in Paris Filming Locations Tour?
I’d book it if you’re either a true fan or you want a friendly way to learn the city with momentum. The filming-location focus is the main reason to pick it, and the payoff is strongest when you want recognizable places plus cultural commentary delivered in an approachable way.
If you’re flexible and you don’t mind that a couple places could be closed at times, this is a very workable, good-value way to spend your time. And if you’re craving a Paris outing that feels both familiar (from the series) and fresh (because you’re seeing it in real streets), this hits that sweet spot.
FAQ
How long is the Paris Explore the City Like Emily Tour?
The tour lasts 2 hours.
What does it cost?
The price is $41 per person.
How big is the group?
It’s a semi-private group with a maximum of 8 people. Private or small groups are also available.
What places are included on the walk?
You’ll visit filming locations tied to the show, including Emily’s apartment, the Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery, and the tour ends at Palais Garnier.
What languages are offered?
The live guide speaks English and Chinese.
Where do we meet the guide?
You meet beside the fountain in the middle of the square, and the guide will be holding an EXPLORE PARIS TOURS sign.
Is this tour affiliated with Netflix?
No. The tour is operated by HandMedinaCo and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Netflix Emily in Paris or anyone associated with Netflix Emily in Paris or Viacom.
If you want, tell me your dates and whether you’re going mostly for the show or mostly for Paris, and I’ll help you decide the best time to schedule it.
