BEST OF PARIS | LIFE IN PARIS | PARIS TOUR GUIDE | PARIS IN AUGUST & SEPTEMBER
Bonjour loves!
Like many Parisians, I’ve taken a little time away this August to rest, reconnect with family, and recharge after the beautiful whirlwind of writing and releasing my new book Local Paris. I’m currently on vacation, soaking up the sunshine.
But don’t worry — the Paris magic continues!
Tours are still available this month and next, and I’ll be back in full swing by the end of August to personally welcome you into my world of hidden streets, buttery croissants, bold art, and even bolder local stories.
Whether you’re traveling solo, with your bff, or your family there’s a tour made just for you.
What’s New?
Local Paris — The Book!
If you’ve been following my journey, you know this book has been a true labor of love.
You can now find it in Paris at some of my favorite local shops:
📍The Red Wheelbarrow (Marais)
📍OFR Bookshop (3rd)
📍Monocle Café (1st)
📍Little Africa Boutique (Goutte d’Or)
🌍 Not in France? You can order it online here:
👉 Buy Local Paris Online
Available Tours for August & September
Even while I’m on vacation, August dates are still open and being led by trusted collaborators I’ve trained myself. Come September, I’ll be back on the cobblestones with you.
- Montmartre: Art, Food & History Tour
- Le Marais + Concept Stores + Secret Passages
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés Literary & Coffee Crawl
- Parisian Perfume + Boutique Walk
- Coffee + Croissant Crawl
- Custom Private Tours (Birthday? Anniversary? Girls’ trip? Yes, let’s dream it up!)
Why August + September Are Magical
AUGUST:
Slower pace, fewer crowds
Long golden evenings for dreamy walks + apéro
Street art, pop-up events, and locals-only spots still open
SEPTEMBER:
La rentrée – Paris comes alive with new energy
The return of wine festivals, exhibitions & outdoor markets
The weather is crisp, cozy, and perfect for walking tours
What to Expect on My Paris Tours
These aren’t your typical “follow the umbrella” tours.
We move slowly, intentionally, and joyfully.
There’s a big focus on having fun! Because that’s what life is about!
We’ll sip, snack, chat and walk through parts of the city you might otherwise miss. Whether it’s your first time in Paris or your fifth, you’ll discover something new — because we go where the locals go. (And I’ve lived here for 10+ years!)
Past guests say my tours feel like catching up with an old friend — the kind who knows exactly where to get the best pastry and how to tell you the weirdest story about a poet’s apartment. 😉
A Few Highlights I Can’t Wait to Share This Season:
- A new secret bar hidden in a 19th-century courtyard (shhh…)
- The freshest baguette in Belleville
- Vintage shopping at the Saint-Ouen flea market
- A mini perfume history walk in the 1st arrondissement
- Apéro at a café where artists still hang out today
How to Book
Tours tend to fill quickly, especially around September, so if you’re dreaming of a Paris walk this summer or fall, now’s the time to secure your spot.
📅 Book Your Tour
📩 Prefer to chat first? Email me directly — I’m happy to create a custom plan.
💌 P.S.
If you haven’t already, come hang out with me over on Substack where I share deeper stories from Paris, behind-the-scenes thoughts on life as a guide and writer, and the kind of poetic musings that only seem to come when sitting in a café with an espresso and no deadlines.
Paris is a city that rewards the curious — and I’d love to be your guide as you discover its soul, one cobblestone at a time.
See you soon,
Yanique
💛 Your Paris local, guide & joy bringer
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