Solve clues across Paris’s most iconic landmarks on a self-paced, app-led scavenger hunt. Walk ~6.2 km through history, riverside views and museum squares while pausing for café breaks and photo stops.
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You step off the Métro into late-morning Paris, map replaced by a screen, and the Seine seems to dare you forward as bridges wink with history. This self-guided scavenger hunt threads the city's major sights — Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame and Pont Alexandre III — through a series of clues that make streets feel like stages.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people who can walk 3–6 km on paved surfaces and stand for short periods; low-impact fitness required.
Wildlife
History
The core loop visits sites spanning medieval justice on Île de la Cité to Haussmann-era boulevards; many façades are cut from local Lutetian limestone quarried since Roman times.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths and avoid feeding wildlife; support local businesses along the route and use refill stations to reduce plastic waste.
Reserve your spot on the Paris Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and bring a power bank
The tour runs through the World City Trail app and can use significant battery for navigation and photos.
Wear grippy shoes for cobbles and steps
Expect uneven pavements, narrow alleys, and a few staircases near older monuments.
Start early to avoid peak crowds
Begin around opening hours to beat lines at the Louvre viewpoint and get quieter photos at Notre-Dame and Pont Neuf.
Download a metro map and data plan or offline map
Public transit makes it easy to reposition; an offline map helps if mobile signal drops in dense central areas.
Smartphone with World City Trail app
Needed for clues, navigation and to log progress through the scavenger hunt.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for cobblestones, curbs and stairs across central Paris.
Reusable water bottle
Refill at cafés or public fountains to stay hydrated during warm months.
summer
Light daypack
Carry layers, snacks, a power bank and any purchases you pick up along the way.