Paris: Explore the City Like Emily Tour – Filming Locations

If you love Emily in Paris, this tour is interesting because it turns the show into a real walking route you can follow with a local guide. I like the semi-private group size (max 8) and the fact that you get guided stops at the actual filming sites tied to Emily’s life. One possible drawback to plan for, though, is that a couple of filming-related spots can be closed at times, so your guide may adjust on the day.

I also like that the experience is built around photo-friendly moments and story time, not just a list of landmarks. In reviews, guides like Rachel, Fanny, and Fay come up often for being easy to talk with and genuinely helpful with Paris tips after the walk. Just keep in mind you are on your feet for about two hours, with no mention of stops for food or drinks along the way.

The walk ends in a very cinematic place: Palais Garnier. If you want Paris with the show’s style as a frame, you will probably enjoy how the route keeps connecting neighborhoods, fashion, and French food culture as you go.

Key highlights you will feel right away

• Filming location photo stops tied to Emily’s apartment, Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery
• Small group format with a max of 8 people, so questions do not get lost
• Local stories connecting Paris, fashion, and cuisine to what you see on screen
• Neighborhood variety as you walk through different areas with a guide’s context
• Palais Garnier finale for a big, memorable end point

Emily in Paris style, with real Paris street scenes

This is not a sit-down show recap. It is a themed walking tour where you move through parts of Paris tied to Emily in Paris, and you stop often enough to grab photos without feeling rushed. The payoff is that you start recognizing streets and corners that you usually would only see on your screen, then you get the practical context of what makes each place work in real life.

What I like is the balance between fan service and “how to read the city.” You are not only hunting for Insta frames. You are also learning how locals talk about fashion, food, and culture, and why certain neighborhoods feel the way they do when you actually walk them.

The tour lasts about two hours, which is the right length for a themed experience. Long enough to get your bearings and make a few connections, short enough that you can still plan the rest of your day on your own.

Meeting by the fountain, then getting your bearings fast

Your tour starts at the middle of a square, by the fountain, where your guide stands holding an EXPLORE PARIS TOURS sign. That detail matters more than it sounds. It helps you spot the meeting point quickly, and it reduces the usual “where are we going” stress that can ruin the first five minutes.

You will also notice the tour is set up for small-group interaction. With only up to 8 people, you are more likely to get real answers instead of listening from the back of a crowd. Reviews also show the guides tend to be friendly and easy to talk to, which is great if you have questions about what to see next.

Practical tip: wear comfortable shoes. This is a walking tour, and you will be outside most of the time. Also, plan for photo stops, which means you may pause longer than you would on a standard sightseeing walk.

Emily’s apartment and the beginning of the story route

The first big “aha” moment is when the tour shifts from general sightseeing into the Emily storyline. You begin with the spot connected to Emily’s Paris apartment, which gives you an immediate emotional anchor for the rest of the walk. Even if you have not memorized every scene, this stop helps you picture where Emily’s life starts, then it makes the next stops feel like chapters instead of random locations.

From a value point of view, starting this way is smart. It is easier to track the route when it has a narrative spine. You also get a built-in reason to pay attention, because each stop comes with an explanation tied to the show and to the Paris around it.

If you are a first-time visitor, this stop can also help with navigation later. You leave with a better mental map of where certain districts sit relative to major sights, because the tour is moving you through the city with purpose.

The Savoir agency stop, fashion talk included

Next, you move toward the creative world of the show, including the filming area connected to Savoir agency. This is one of the stops where the tour’s “expat in Paris” framing really helps you see more than just the outside of a building.

Agency-related scenes in the series often come with strong visual cues: styling, work culture, and the overall idea of Paris as a place to reinvent your life. On this tour, you get the extra layer of why that vibe translates so well on screen. Your guide ties in real-world context about French fashion culture and the way people talk about style as part of daily identity.

This is also a good place for photos, because the tour is structured around recognizable filming points. Expect time for you to take pictures at a comfortable pace, not just a quick glance.

Gabriel’s restaurant and a real lesson in French dining culture

You also get to visit the location tied to Gabriel’s restaurant, a stop that tends to feel especially fun for fans. The series uses restaurants like stage sets, where emotion, conversation, and atmosphere all land at once. Walking to the filming spot helps you understand what that “romantic Paris” look usually comes from: street layout, lighting angles, and the kind of casual elegance that feels natural in this city.

This part of the experience is more than food fantasies, though. Your guide includes cultural insights related to French cuisine as you go, which helps you go from watching a show to understanding how locals think about meals and hospitality.

If you love planning dinners anyway, this stop can be a useful preview. Even without a formal tasting, it gives you a clearer sense of what kind of dining atmosphere you may want later while you are actually in Paris.

The cozy bakery stop, because pastry is part of the plot

The tour includes the filming location tied to the bakery where Emily gets her first taste of French pastry. That stop matters because it is one of the most universally relatable moments in the series. Everyone understands pastries, and pastries are also a quick gateway into Paris culture because they show up everywhere, even when you are not looking for them.

You are not getting a meal included, so think of it as a story stop plus a photo moment. The tour description makes it clear that beverages or drinks are not included, so if you want coffee or something sweet, you will need to buy it on your own nearby.

From a practical standpoint, this is also a good moment to reset. If you take a few minutes here to check what you want to do after the tour, the rest of your walk flows easier.

Exploring charming neighborhoods through a guide, not a map app

One of the best parts of a themed walking tour is that it slows you down. Instead of checking boxes on a map, you are learning how neighborhoods connect, what they feel like, and how to spot the difference between areas quickly.

This tour explicitly takes you through multiple charming neighborhoods with a local guide, while also adding story context tied to the show. That means you get a “why” behind what you are seeing, not just a “what.”

Reviews also hint that the guides are great at recommending places at the end of the walk. For me, that is where the value really kicks in. A guided walk gives you the storyline, but the best guides also help you continue the trip with ideas that fit your tastes.

The Palais Garnier finale, a grand ending you can’t fake

All routes should end with something that feels like a payoff. Here, that payoff is Palais Garnier, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. By the time you reach it, you have already built momentum with the filming locations and neighborhood stories, so the landmark feels less like a random stop and more like a curtain call.

This is a great finish for photo lovers, because Palais Garnier gives you classic architectural drama. It is also a smart choice for first-time visitors. You end at a major sight, which makes it easier to plan afterward since many other sights and transport options are within reach.

And because the tour concludes back at the meeting point area, you are not left wondering how to reposition yourself at the end.

Price and value: why $41 for two hours can make sense

At about $41 per person for a roughly two-hour semi-private experience, this tour is not “cheap,” but it is also not overpriced for what you get. You are paying for a guide who connects specific filming locations to show moments and to local cultural context.

The max 8 people detail matters here. Small groups are where themed tours actually work. You want to ask questions, you want photo stops to feel unhurried, and you want the guide to respond to the vibe of the group. A big bus tour would turn this into a quick photo hunt. A small walk keeps it personal.

Also, you are not just going to one generic monument. You are seeing multiple connected stops like Emily’s apartment, Savoir agency, a restaurant location, and a bakery, plus you end with Palais Garnier. For fans, that mix is where the value is strongest.

If you are not a fan of the show at all, you might feel the theme is the main attraction. In that case, you could compare it to a general guided walk of Paris neighborhoods and decide which format matches your interests. If you do like Emily’s world, the theme is the point.

What to watch for, like closed spots and pacing

One review theme is a small disappointment: some locations tied to the filming sites can be closed. That can happen in any city. Buildings change hours, and filming-adjacent areas can shift without notice. The practical way to handle this is to keep a flexible mindset. Your guide is there to guide you, and even if a specific spot is unavailable, you still get the neighborhood walking and story framing that makes the tour worthwhile.

Pacing is another consideration. The tour is only two hours, and it includes multiple photo-friendly stops. That means you will spend less time just wandering on your own during this specific window. If you love slow wandering, treat this as a “get your bearings plus show magic” walk, then give yourself more independent time later.

Finally, this tour is offered in English and Chinese. If you prefer one language, you will want to check that availability lines up with your booking.

Who this tour is for

This is a strong fit if:

• You are visiting Paris and want something that feels fun and specific, not generic
• You already know the show and want a clearer sense of how it maps onto real neighborhoods
• You like photo stops but also want actual guidance and context
• You want a guided two-hour plan that still leaves plenty of time afterward

It might be less ideal if:

• You hate walking tours and would rather sit through a longer, less structured experience
• You are only interested in major monuments and not in filming locations or story-linked stops
• You want a food included tasting, since beverages or drinks are not included

Should you book the Explore Paris Tours Emily in Paris filming locations walk?

If you are an Emily in Paris fan, this is one of the more practical ways to turn fandom into real sightseeing. The small group size, multiple show-connected stops, and the guide’s role in connecting fashion and food culture to what you see make the experience feel like more than a themed photo parade. You finish at Palais Garnier, so you leave with a big classic Paris memory, not just Instagram shots.

My call: book it if the show matters to you, and you want a guided route that helps you understand Paris while still having fun with recognizable moments. Skip it only if you are mainly looking for a general architecture tour or you have zero interest in the Emily in Paris storyline.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about two hours.

What is the group size?

It is a semi-private group tour with a maximum of 8 people.

Where do I meet the guide, and where does the tour end?

You meet your guide standing by the fountain in the middle of the square, holding an EXPLORE PARIS TOURS sign. The tour ends at Palais Garnier and concludes back at the meeting point.

What parts of the show does the tour cover?

You visit iconic filming locations tied to Emily’s apartment, the Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery, plus other filming-related photo stops.

What languages are available?

The tour is offered in English and Chinese.

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 or Viacom.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.