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Explore the secret garden of the Palais Royal, a peaceful oasis in the heart of Paris, before wandering through the city’s charming covered passages—historic arcades where 19th-century elegance endures. With vintage bookstores, antique shops, designer boutiques, and cozy cafés, these galleries reveal a Paris many visitors never see.
Continue your visit at the magnificent Opéra Garnier, where grand staircases, gilded foyers, sparkling chandeliers, and the famous Chagall ceiling showcase the splendor of the Belle Époque.
These passages also offer a wonderful local shopping experience, filled with unique finds and specialty stores.
For more inspiration, uncover even more secrets of these historic arcades in our dedicated article:
Read more on our blog about the covered passages of Paris.
A BIT OF HISTORY : Let’s explore together the best secret passages of the historical heart of Paris. We’ll start the tour in the gardens of the so-called Palais Royal, a hidden place full of historical anecdotes and we’ll head to the famous covered passages from the 1800’s. Paris’ most beautiful glass-covered streets and shopping arcades have been restored to their original charm to attract lovers of fine architecture, gastronomes and antique collectors!
Your private local guide will reveal a unique side of Paris cherished by locals, and often missed by our international guests.
Follow in the footsteps of the Phantom of the Opera as you step inside this 19th-century masterpiece designed by Charles Garnier — a true Paris must-see.
Built during the brief reign of Napoleon III, this architectural gem stands out for its unique design and fascinating history. Art lovers will recognize Chagall’s stunning ceiling in the grand amphitheater, while literature enthusiasts can uncover the mysteries of the Phantom said to haunt the walls of the Opera House.
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