Paris: LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour – Paris, France

EXPERIENCE:

Discover the history of the LGBTQ+ community in Paris on a guided walking tour. Uncover the courageous tales of those who fought for the right to be themselves, to love openly, and to live authentically, from the Renaissance period to the present day.

Join your guide on a journey through the historic districts of Saint-Germain and the Marais. While exploring iconic figures like Nathalie Clifford Barney, Oscar Wilde, and even Marie Antoinette, gain a deeper understanding of the history of LGBTQ+ rights in France, from the early struggles to the current state of the community.

Learn how the powerful French motto “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” was born during the French revolution, and how its meaning for the Parisian LGBTQ+ community has been a complex and constantly changing story.

Conclude your exploration in the vibrant Marais, the heart of contemporary Parisian LGBTQ+ life.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Learn the history of LGBTQ+ rights in France from Ancient times to present day
Discover the stories of iconic figures like Nathalie Barney and Oscar Wilde
Explore the historic districts of Saint-Germain and the Marais with a guide
Hear about the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community in Paris
See the vibrant Marais, the heart of contemporary Parisian LGBTQ+ life

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