Paris: Palais Royal & Covered Galleries Audio Tour (EN) – Paris, France

EXPERIENCE:

Opposite the Louvre stands one of Paris’s hidden gems – the Palais Royal, a petite park nestled discreetly behind the Council of State and the Comédie Française. Through this in-app audio tour, uncover the park’s fascinating history and indulge in some personal retail therapy along the way. This charming green space not only offers a serene escape for Parisians but also boasts upscale shopping opportunities.

Note! Entrance to the Palais Royal, gardens and galleries is free for all visitors! With this in-app audio tour, you will get informative audio commentary along a planned route.

You will learn how this park witnessed the birth of the first-ever shopping mall in the late 1700s, and how the once idyllic gardens transformed into an extensive red-light district, hosting raucous revelry.

Nevertheless, you will enjoy the Palais Royal that has reclaimed its tranquility, offering a delightful space for contemporary Parisians to shop, breathe in fresh air, or leisurely engage in reading. Live GPS map and audio commentary on your phone will help you explore the Covered Gallery, succeeding the Palais Royal as an early shopping destination in the city. Adorned with exquisite decorations and housing charming boutiques, this gallery stands as one of the city’s most enchanting.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Take a stroll through the Palais Royal park guided by your own in-app audio tour
Learn when and how the world’s first shopping mall was created
Have a chance to walk through and peek into its luxury boutiques
Hear exciting stories about this little treasure of Paris
Discover some cool shops for the latest fashions in luxury goods

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