The Best Guided Paris Day Trip from London 2026 (Eurostar Included)

Paris Day Trip from London: 2026 Summary

Experience the "City of Light" in a single day with our fully escorted Eurostar tour. Departing from St. Pancras International, you’ll reach central Paris in just over 2 hours. Includes reserved Eurostar seats, a walking tour of Paris’ top landmarks, and free time to explore Paris.

  • Duration: 16 Hours

  • Highlights: Paris Day Trip, Paris Walking Tour, Eiffel Tower, Return Eurostar Tickets

  • Price: £255

  • Days: See Calendar

  • Start Location: King’s Cross St Pancras

Experience the best way to see Paris in a day from London with this premium, fully escorted Paris tour. This high-speed London to Paris day tour via Eurostar whisking you from St Pancras to the heart of the "City of Light" in just over two hours.

Skip the stress of logistics; your professional tour guide leads you to the Eiffel Tower where Eiffel Tower tickets are included before an immersive Paris walking tour featuring the Louvre, River Seine, and the Arc de Triomphe. With a Paris Metro card and expert travel pack included, you’ll navigate the city like a local.

After witnessing the Champs-Élysées and Musée d’Orsay, enjoy free time to explore Paris further including Notre Dame, shopping, or visiting Sacre Coeur. This is the ultimate guided Paris sightseeing from London—meticulously planned for 2026.

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Once in a Lifetime!
Adult £255 | Children £255 + booking fee

What You’ll Experience

The main sights of Paris

Eiffel Tower tickets included

Guided walking tour of Paris

Free time to explore at your own pace

Paris travel pack with map

Reserved tickets on the Eurostar

Paris Day Trip from London Itinerary

📍 Meet your guide

Meet your tour guide at King’s Cross St Pancras station and collect your Paris travel pack and Eurostar tickets.

📍 Board the Eurostar

You’re off to Paris. Board the Eurostar with your reserved train tickets and relax on the 2.5 hour journey to the French capital.

📍 Introduction to Paris

Welcome to Paris! Get an overview of Paris and take the metro to the Eiffel Tower with your Eiffel Tower tickets included.

📍 Paris walking tour

Enjoy a 2 hour guided walking tour of Paris taking in many of the key sights and landmarks from across the city.

📍 Free time to explore

This is your chance to explore at your own pace. Visit the attractions, shop, or try the local cuisine. Your guide will be happy to help with recommendations.

📍 From Paris to London

What a day! You’ve explored the French capital and now it’s back to London ready to plan your next adventure.

*Itinerary subject to change

Important Information

Highlights:

⭐ Enjoy a return day trip from London to Paris via Eurostar
⭐ Skip the logistical stress with a fully escorted tour by a professional guide
⭐ Explore Paris with a walking tour from the Louvre to Eiffel Tower
⭐ Free time to explore Notre-Dame, Arc De Triomphe & Champs-Élysées
⭐ Navigate the City of Light like a local with an included Paris Metro card

What’s Included:

✅ Eurostar tickets London to Paris
✅ Eiffel Tower tickets
✅ Guided walking tour of Paris
✅ Free time to explore Paris
✅ Paris travel pack of things to do
✅ Paris city map
✅ Paris metro card tickets
✅ On-the ground staff assistance
✅ Professional Tour Guide

What’s Excluded:

❌ Entrance Tickets (Eiffel Tower is included)
❌ Passport
❌ Visa or travel permit
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Food & Drink

Things To Know:

  • Tour in English (not French)

  • Duration: 16 hours

  • Walking Distance: 5 miles / 8 km

  • Not suitable for guests with walking difficulties

  • Not wheelchair accessible

  • Not suitable for strollers

  • Eurostar tickets are under the lead passengers name and may not be seated together.

Schedule

Days of Operation: See Calendar

Start: From 5am (see calendar)
Departure Point: St Pancras Station
Nearest Underground: King’s Cross

Finish: From 9.30pm (see calendar)
End Point: St Pancras Station
Nearest Underground: King’s Cross

On arrival at the start point please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella.

Visa, Travel Permits & Insurance

All guests are solely responsible for ensuring that they hold a valid passport and have the required visa and/or travel permits to enter France and the United Kingdom without restriction. All guests will be required to present their passport, visa and travel permit to border security at the departure and arrival terminals, and carry these at all time throughout the trip. Entry into France and the United Kingdom is solely as border force’s discretion.

All guests are required to hold valid travel insurance for both the United Kingdom and France. Guests are advised to contact their travel insurance provider for further information.

Please note that guests who do not hold a valid passport, visa, travel permit or insurance may not be permitted to travel to or from the United Kingdom and France. Guests who are not permitted to travel will not be able to participate in the tour and will not be refunded.

Why Choose This Paris Day Trip From London?

  • Zero Planning Stress: Navigating the Gare du Nord and Paris Metro can be daunting. Your professional guide will meet you at St. Pancras and stay with you throughout the day, ensuring you never miss a connection or a landmark.

  • Panoramic Perfection: This day trip from London to Paris is strategically designed to pass the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, and Champs-Élysées, giving you the best views of these iconic Paris landmarks.

  • Comprehensive Walking Tour of Paris: Every ticket includes walking tour of Paris along the River Seine. It’s the most relaxing way to see main Paris sights including the Eiffel Tower.

  • Tailored Free Time: This tour provides a "Travel Pack" with maps and local advice, giving you the freedom to enjoy a Parisian café lunch or shop at the boutiques near the Opera district.

Travel Logistics Independent Eurostar Trips Our Escorted Paris Day Trip
Booking Stress ✘ Managing train times, seats, and transit tickets separately. ✔ All-inclusive travel pack with reserved Eurostar seats.
Guide Presence ✘ navigating Gare du Nord and Paris alone. ✔ Fully escorted from St. Pancras by a professional guide.
Efficient Sightseeing ✘ Time wasted on Google Maps and missing key spots. ✔ Immersive Paris Walking Tour of all iconic landmarks.
Local Navigation ✘ Confusing French ticket machines at Metro stations. ✔ Paris Metro Card included for seamless city travel.
Expert Context ✘ Reading plaques or Wikipedia on the fly. ✔ Live English commentary on French history Paris sights.
Balanced Schedule ✘ Feeling rushed or missing the return train. ✔ Perfect mix of guided tour + dedicated free time.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • For the best Paris day trip from London in 2026, join the London to Paris Day Tour by See the Sights Tours. This expertly curated experience includes high-speed Eurostar transport, Eiffel Tower tickets, and a professional walking tour of iconic landmarks. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip travel while exploring the "City of Light" with knowledgeable local guides.

  • Yes, a Paris day trip from London is entirely possible and highly popular via the high-speed Eurostar. This escorted tour departs from St Pancras International, reaching central Paris in just over two hours. This seamless London to Paris day tour allows you to experience the French capital’s highlights and return to London by the end of the day.

  • The best way to see Paris in a day from London is by taking a guided Paris day trip. Your professional tour includes return Eurostar travel, a comprehensive Paris walking tour, and a Paris Metro card. Having an expert English-speaking guide ensures you navigate the city efficiently without wasting time on logistics or directions.

  • A Paris day trip from London is definitely worth it, especially with an escorted tour that maximises your time. By taking the early Eurostar, you gain a full day in the "City of Light." Our curated itinerary covers major landmarks while leaving space for local cuisine, making it the perfect Parisian escape.

  • Absolutely. All of the Paris day trips from London with Eurostar tickets include reserved return seats on the high-speed train. This is the fastest way to travel London to Paris by train, taking you from city centre to city centre. This tour includes all bookings, providing a travel pack with maps and essential arrival information.

  • This escorted Paris tour features a guided Paris walking tour showcasing the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and River Seine. You will also discover the Musée d’Orsay, Champs-Élysées, and Arc de Triomphe. Your English-speaking tour guide provides historical context as you visit Place de la Concorde, the Grand Palais, and the Petit Palais in one day.

  • Yes, our guided Paris sightseeing from London balances structured touring with afternoon free time. After your morning walking tour, you can explore independently. Many guests choose to climb the Eiffel Tower, visit Notre Dame, or explore Sacre Coeur. You might also enjoy a Seine boat cruise or shopping in world-class Parisian boutiques.

  • To ensure a smooth experience, all guests are provided with a Paris Metro card for the day. This allows for effortless navigation between iconic districts like the Louvre and Montmartre. Your professional guide will assist with the underground system, making this the most efficient London to Paris day tour available.

  • Every guest on this Paris day trip from London receives a comprehensive travel pack. This includes a detailed city map, expert recommendations for your free time, and vital travel information. Combined with the expertise of our professional tour guide, this pack ensures you have all the tools needed for a successful visit.

  • Yes, this tour includes a fully escorted Paris tour with a professional, English-speaking guide. The guide will accompany you from London and lead the Paris walking tour, sharing fascinating stories about the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and French history. This eliminates any language barriers, ensuring a relaxed and informative London to Paris day tour experience.

  • This tour includes Eiffel Tower tickets and a Paris walking tour of the major Paris sights and landmarks. Louvre tickets and other attractions tickets are not included. You will also enjoy free time to explore them if you wish.

  • Yes. As you will be crossing an international border, a valid passport and visa is required for all travellers. Please check your specific visa requirements for the UK and France (Schengen Area) before booking.

  • A typical London to Paris day tour lasts approximately 16 hours. You depart St Pancras early morning on the Eurostar and return late evening. This duration provides ample time for a guided Paris walking tour, a traditional French lunch if you wish, and independent exploration of landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe or River Seine.

  • The Eurostar journey from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes, taking you directly from the heart of London (St. Pancras) to the heart of Paris (Gare du Nord).

Last Updated June 2026