A Day of Exploring Black Paris
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6 giờ
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We begin with a complimentary French breakfast in the neighborhood Saint-Germain-des-Prés at the café Les Deux Magots, where influential writers such as James Baldwin and Richard Wright spent much of their time. We'll explore many historical sites in and around the 5th and 6th arrondissements as we make our way over to the neighborhood of Pigalle. There we'll discover why the neighborhood at one point earned the nickname "Black Montmartre". But no Black Paris tour would be complete without visiting the historical neighborhood, Chateau Rouge aka Little Africa, with its many shops and businesses.
You’ll receive an Unlimited Metro Pass that we’ll utilize to get to locations not within walking distance. The tour will then conclude with an amazing meal together at one of the best African restaurants in the city where we can share our favorite things about the day (Meal Not Included In Price).
Thông tin khác
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bao gồm
All Day Metro Pass
Choice of hot drinks (Espresso, double espresso, filter coffee, white coffee, cappuccino, Dammann tea or Old-style chocolate) Croissant and bread with Poitou-Charentes butter (15g)
Cần Quan Tâm
We begin at the historic literary café, Les Deux Magots, for a meet and greet and breakfast. The breakfast included with the tour is: Le Classique- Choice of hot drinks (Espresso, double espresso, filter coffee, white coffee, cappuccino, Dammann tea or Old-style chocolate) Croissant and bread with Poitou-Charentes butter (15g)
A stop inside this Rum House that's existed since 1932, founded by Joseph Louville, a Caribbean man from Martinique and still owned by his family to this day.
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A Day of Exploring Black Paris
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Excellent Tour!
Traci M,
30 thg 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Knight was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He also gracefully navigated a tour with some older travelers who were unaware of the amount of walking. He altered the planned trip to accommodate them while keeping the tour interesting for the rest of us. He was very kind and apologetic about the situation, which was not his fault. Be aware that there is a lot of walking a several metro trips that include stairs. He was great! I’d give him 10 stars! More than I expected.
The BEST of AfroNomadik!
Berlynda H,
28 thg 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tourist guy was the best I have experienced. He was very timely, detailed, and knowledgeable. He assissted those that were physically challenged. He made the experience remarkable. I have told everyone what a fantastic tour guide he was! Thank you for having a gifted young man to do this presentation.
Excellent tour!
Tamara H,
27 thg 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Knight is an excellent guide. I really appreciated all of the knowledge that he shared on the tour. I learned more information about folks that I’d known and some new to me folks. I also appreciated the care that Knight shows for his guests. While it was a small, intimate group he checked in with us frequently about our comfort. This tour was absolutely a highlight of my trip! You will be in good hands with Knight.
Amazing 5 stars
Ashleigh A,
26 thg 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Learns so much and ate amazing food. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a day out in paris.
✨ Exploring Black Paris, ooo la la! ✨
Karen S,
23 thg 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Knight (or Chevalier in French) was our guide for the day, and let me tell you—he made Black Paris come alive! His knowledge, humor, and storytelling gave us so much more than a history lesson. He seamlessly connected the dots between early 1900s pioneers like Josephine Baker and Langston Hughes, post-WWII literary giants like Richard Wright and James Baldwin (their camaraderie and their feud!), and the global impact of change-makers like Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We kicked off the morning at the famous Les Deux Magots café, once frequented by Baldwin, Wright, and Hemingway. I met three wonderful sistas from Virginia and New Orleans over a simple yet delicious breakfast—Le Classique (croissant, bread, butter, hot drinks). I only had fruit since my hotel breakfast was hearty, but the vibe was everything! From there, our journey wove through layers of Black history and culture: 🍹 La Rhumerie (since 1932) – plantains and stories of Joseph Louville, a Caribbean man from Martinique who founded it. It’s still run by his family today! 📚 Présence Africaine Bookstore – a cornerstone of Pan-Africanism, decolonization, and the Négritude movement. 🎓 Sorbonne University – where I learned about Anna Julia Cooper, the first Black woman to earn a doctorate there (1925). Born into slavery in North Carolina in 1858, she went from being enslaved to seeking higher education, earning her PhD in History and Romance Languages. Her dissertation examined France’s attitude toward slavery, and beyond her scholarship, she became an activist and educator who hosted soirées that brought together African, Caribbean, and African-American leaders and thinkers. A true force for change whose legacy still inspires. 🏠 14 Rue Monsieur le Prince – Richard Wright’s Paris apartment, marked with a plaque. We wandered through Pigalle (Black Montmartre), once alive with jazz clubs, Josephine Baker’s cabaret, and Harlem Renaissance energy. Later, in Château Rouge (Little Africa), I was immersed in vibrant markets, textiles, and design. At one shop, African Textiles, I learned the fabric of my dress was a “fake” Dutch wax print 😆—but the kind shopkeeper still said “Tu es belle!” Knight also reminded us not to take pictures in Château Rouge, because while it’s vibrant and exciting for visitors, it’s first and foremost a neighborhood where people live, work, and shop. I appreciated his care in ensuring we respected the community—it made me experience the space more authentically. Highlights included: ☕ Keur Coffee Shop – bridging Dakar and Paris with Senegalese design. 👗 Peulh Vagabond – stunning clothing, jewelry, and accessories by a designer whose clients include Beyoncé! 🍲 BMK Paris-Bamako – where we ended the day feasting on West African dishes from Mali and Senegal. The hibiscus mint drink? Heaven! 💡 What stood out most? Sharing the day with people who looked like me, spoke my language, and shared similar experiences. I’ve felt isolated at times not speaking French, but here I found community. Knight called the 15th Arrondissement—where I stayed—“the ritzy part of town.” 😂 He was right—it’s safe, accessible, and the kindness I experienced when I got lost one night confirmed it. Paris, even in the unfamiliar, never made me feel unsafe. This was more than a tour—it was a journey into belonging, resilience, and joy. If you ever come to Paris, do not miss this! 🙌🏾
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