Paris: Explore the City Like Emily Tour – Filming Locations

Paris: Explore the City Like Emily Tour, Filming Locations

Emily’s Paris is glossy, fashionable, and occasionally too perfect to be real. This two-hour walk gives you a fun way to test that television fantasy against the actual city, taking you from Emily’s apartment to the agency, restaurant, bakery, and finally Palais Garnier. You get the recognizable places, but also a local guide’s view of French food, fashion, and daily life.

I like the small group size of eight because it leaves room for questions and personal photo stops. I also like the guides’ practical touch: Fay has offered café and restaurant suggestions, while Rachel and Fanny have been praised for making the show’s Paris feel lively and easy to understand. The main drawback is that some locations can be closed, and the tour is more about exterior views and storytelling than entering every TV location.

Key points to know before you book

• Emily’s apartment begins the story: You start where her Paris life begins on screen, then follow the trail through several familiar places.
• Four major filming locations are included: Expect Emily’s residence, the Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery.
• The tour ends at Palais Garnier: This grand opera house gives the walk a strong finale and a useful Paris sightseeing stop.
• Groups are capped at eight: Private and small-group formats are available, making the experience more personal than a large city walk.
• Rachel, Fay, and Fanny are named guides: Your guide depends on the departure, but the experience is designed around local insight rather than a scripted lecture.
• Allow for a little location flexibility: One past participant found that some filming places were closed, so the outside view and guide commentary may be the main event.

Why this TV walk works in real Paris

The appeal is simple. You are not only looking at a screen location on a map. You are walking between several parts of Paris while a local guide explains how the show uses them. That gives the tour more value than a quick hunt for a single Instagram background.

The series follows an American newcomer trying to make sense of French manners, work culture, romance, food, and fashion. Those themes give the guide plenty to discuss. You can expect stories connected to French culture, the show’s behind-the-scenes details, and the difference between television Paris and everyday Paris.

I would book this early in a Paris stay if you want help getting your bearings. The walk introduces different charming parts of the city, and Fay’s habit of offering café and restaurant suggestions at the end is useful when you are still deciding where to eat.

This is not a general Paris highlights tour. You will not get a full survey of the Louvre, Notre-Dame, or the Eiffel Tower. The value comes from seeing the city through one very specific story, then adding a few real-life cultural pointers along the way.

Starting beside the square fountain

Your guide meets you beside the fountain in the middle of the square. Look for the person holding an Explore Paris Tours sign. This detail matters because a city square can have several entrances, cafés, and waiting groups, so arrive with the meeting instructions ready on your phone.

The tour is offered in English and Chinese. Private and small-group options are available, with the standard semi-private format limited to eight people. I prefer that size for a themed walk because you can hear the guide clearly and stop for pictures without holding up a long line of people.

You should wear comfortable shoes. The experience lasts two hours and includes walking between several locations, with sightseeing and photo stops along the route. Transportation to the meeting point is not included, and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan your route to the fountain before the start time.

Starting times vary. Check availability when you book, especially if you are trying to fit the walk around a museum reservation or dinner.

Emily’s apartment, where the Paris story starts

The opening stop is Emily’s residence, the place where her Paris adventure begins in the series. It is a smart first stop because it gives the tour an immediate sense of place. You start with a location that fans recognize, then move outward into the city rather than simply standing in one neighborhood.

Here, your guide can explain how the building fits into the show and point out details that are easy to miss when you see the scene on a screen. It is also a natural place for a photo, though you should remember that this is part of a real city. Keep entrances clear and respect residents.

The apartment stop also sets up the tour’s central idea: Emily experiences Paris as an outsider, and you get to follow that same path for a short time. The guide’s perspective can help you notice the gap between a television character’s version of Paris and the practical rhythms of the real city.

Savoir and the working side of Emily’s Paris

The route continues to the creative agency known as Savoir in the series. This changes the mood from apartment-life comedy to the show’s workplace story, where Emily faces French office culture, branding, fashion, and the question of how an American professional fits into Paris.

For fans, this is one of the more important stops because the agency is tied to many of the show’s main conflicts. For non-fans, it still gives the walk a useful theme: Paris is not only cafés and romantic streets. It is also a working city shaped by professional habits and cultural expectations.

The guide’s commentary is especially useful here. The tour promises stories about French culture and fashion, so you can expect more than a simple point-and-picture stop. The experience is strongest when the guide connects what you see to the way the series presents French work life.

I would not book this expecting a tour inside a functioning office or a detailed lesson in French business. The stop is part of a walking route, and the exact access to filming places can change. One past participant specifically found some locations closed, so treat the guide’s explanation as just as important as the physical site.

Gabriel’s restaurant and the show’s food world

Gabriel’s restaurant brings in one of the series’ most appealing subjects: French food. The location is tied to the show’s romantic and social scenes, but it also lets the guide talk about the role restaurants and cafés play in Parisian life.

This is a good place to pause and compare screen romance with real dining customs. The tour does not include a meal or drinks, so you are paying for the location, stories, and sightseeing rather than a tasting. That keeps the price focused on the guide-led experience, but you should budget separately if you want to eat or have a drink afterward.

The restaurant stop may be especially helpful if you are looking for dining ideas. Fay has been praised for giving café and restaurant recommendations at the end of the walk. Since the tour does not include personal expenses, bring your own budget for any extra stop you choose later.

You will want your camera ready, but do not expect a long private photo session at every location. A two-hour walk has several stops to cover, and the guide needs to keep the group moving toward Palais Garnier.

The bakery and a first taste of French pastry

The bakery is one of the most charming stops because it connects Emily’s arrival in Paris with an everyday pleasure: French pastry. On screen, the bakery helps turn an unfamiliar city into something approachable. In person, it gives the tour a small, sensory detail without requiring a full food tour.

Your guide can explain the scene and share cultural context around French baking and food habits. That kind of detail is where this experience goes beyond a fan checklist. You are not simply matching a storefront to a television shot. You are getting a short explanation of why the setting works so well for the series.

Food and drinks are not included. If you want to buy something, you will pay separately, and the timing may not allow a long bakery visit. Think of this as a filming-location stop with the possibility of a pastry purchase, not a planned tasting session.

For families and younger fans, this may be one of the easiest stops to enjoy. It is concrete, visual, and tied to a simple part of Parisian life. For serious food lovers, a dedicated pastry or food tour would offer more depth.

Finishing at Palais Garnier

The listed route finishes at Palais Garnier, one of Paris’s grandest landmarks. Ending here gives the walk a dramatic final image after the more intimate apartment, restaurant, and bakery stops.

The opera house is also a useful place to continue your own sightseeing. The tour itself is a guided walk with a photo stop, not an included interior visit, so do not assume your ticket covers entry to the building. If you want to go inside, arrange that separately.

There is a small logistical wrinkle in the activity details. The route names Palais Garnier as the finish, while the meeting information also says the activity ends back at the meeting point. Confirm the exact ending point with the operator before you go, particularly if you have a timed reservation or need to catch a train.

What the guides add to the experience

The guide can make or break a themed tour. Here, Rachel, Fay, and Fanny are named among the guides who have led departures. Rachel has been praised for her grasp of both the series and Paris, while Fanny has been described as friendly and informative. Fay’s restaurant recommendations add a practical bonus.

You should not assume you will receive a particular guide unless your booking confirms it. Still, these details suggest the tour is not only a memorized list of filming spots. The best version of this walk will give you room to ask about French customs, local food, the city’s neighborhoods, and the way the series presents Paris.

The guide also helps when a location is closed. A locked door or changed business can disappoint, but a good explanation keeps the stop useful. That is why I would judge this experience by the quality of the storytelling as much as by the number of recognizable façades.

Is $41 a fair price for two hours?

At $41 per person, this is not the cheapest way to walk around Paris. You could find the outside of some filming locations on your own for little or no cost. The fee pays for route planning, a local guide, show-specific context, cultural commentary, and the ease of moving between several spots without doing the research yourself.

The price makes more sense in a small group capped at eight. You get a better chance to hear the guide, ask questions, and take photos than you would on a large coach-style outing. A private option can make sense for a family or group of friends, though the cost may vary by booking format.

I see the strongest value for first-time Paris visitors who are also fans of the show. You get a gentle introduction to several city areas while learning where to return later. If you already know Paris well and only want exact location photography, you may find the price harder to justify.

The tour does not include drinks, food, transportation, hotel service, or personal purchases. Keep those costs separate when comparing it with a food tour or a larger sightseeing walk.

Who should book this walk?

I would recommend it to fans who want more than a list of addresses. It works particularly well for couples, friends, and families who enjoy taking photos and talking about the show while seeing real Paris.

It also suits a visitor who wants a light introduction to French culture, fashion, and food without committing to a full-day tour. The two-hour length is easy to fit into a busy schedule, and the local guide can help you choose cafés or restaurants for later.

I would be more cautious if you dislike television-themed sightseeing, need wheelchair-specific route information, or want guaranteed access inside every filming location. The supplied details do not promise interior entry, and at least one location may be closed on a given day.

Cancellation is flexible: you can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. Reserve now and pay later is also available, which helps if your Paris plans are still shifting.

My verdict: a fun route with useful local color

Book this tour if Emily in Paris is part of the reason you are excited about Paris. The 4.8 rating from 41 ratings fits the experience described: a friendly guide, a manageable two-hour route, strong filming locations, and plenty of chances for photos.

Just keep your expectations practical. You are not getting a full city tour, a meal, or guaranteed entry to every place shown on screen. You are getting a small-group walk that turns a television story into a real Paris route, with local advice and cultural detail along the way.

For the best value, take it near the start of your trip, wear good shoes, and ask your guide for dining ideas before the walk ends. If you want a relaxed, fan-friendly way to see Paris from an expat-in-Paris angle, this is a sensible pick.

FAQ

How long does the Emily in Paris filming-location tour last?

The tour lasts two hours. Starting times vary, so check availability for the date you want.

Where does the tour meet?

Your guide meets you beside the fountain in the middle of the square and holds an Explore Paris Tours sign.

Where does the tour finish?

The route lists Palais Garnier as the finish. The meeting information also says the activity ends back at the meeting point, so confirm the exact ending location with the operator before departure.

Which filming locations are included?

The tour includes Emily’s apartment, the Savoir agency, Gabriel’s restaurant, and the bakery, along with other Paris sightseeing and photo stops connected to the show.

What languages are available?

The tour is offered in English and Chinese.

How many people are in the group?

The semi-private group has a maximum of eight people. Private and small-group options are also available.

Are food, drinks, or transportation included?

No. Beverages, personal expenses, transportation to and from the meeting point, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included.