Paris: La Défense Modern District Walking Tour

By Cognosimo Tours

Free cancellation available

Features

Discover the modern district of La Défense, the financial centre of Paris
Admire the Grande Arche, a modern structure symbolising the city's modernity
Learn about the urbanisation project of La Défense that began in the 60s
See the contrast between classic Paris and its contemporary development
Explore the district's avant-garde architecture and its contrast with the historical

- Prom. de l'Arche, 92800 Puteaux, France | Meeting point in front of the school.
- Puteaux, Île-de-France, France

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

£142.37 x 1 Adult£142.37

Total

Until Tue, 27 Oct

- Not allowed: Smoking
- Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Explore the district of La Défense, the financial and modern centre of Paris, with its avant-garde architecture and its contrast with the historical. Visit the Grande Arche, a monumental structure symbolising modernity and is aligned with the Arc de Triomphe and the Obelisk and the Place de la Concorde.

Meet your guide at the Grande Arche de la Défense and begin your walking tour. Admire the sculptures and squares that are part of this district and learn about the urbanisation project of La Défense that began in the 60s under the direction of Georges Pompidou, with the collaboration of architects such as Jean Prouvé and Oscar Niemeyer.

For lovers of modern architecture, urban planning and those interested in the contrast between classic Paris and its contemporary development.

- Prom. de l'Arche, 92800 Puteaux, France | Meeting point in front of the school.
- Puteaux, Île-de-France, France