We explore La Goutte d'Or, often referred to as Little Africa, on a guided 2-hour walk, entering shops, sharing stories, and engaging the neighborhood through culture, food, and conversation. It's an intimate, grounded experience of contemporary African life in Paris.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Points
Departure
Café Mareva
Return
PEULH VAGABOND
This tour ends at Peulh Vagabond, a clothing boutique located on Rue Myrha.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We explore La Goutte d'Or, often referred to as Little Africa, on a guided 2-hour walk, entering shops, sharing stories, and engaging the neighborhood through culture, food, and conversation. It's an intimate, grounded experience of contemporary African life in Paris.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Points
Departure
Café Mareva
Return
PEULH VAGABOND
This tour ends at Peulh Vagabond, a clothing boutique located on Rue Myrha.
Itinerary
1
Château Rouge
We arrive at the Château Rouge metro station, serving as the introduction to the neighborhood of La Goutte d’Or. We’ll begin with a walk through the market corridor, using the area as a starting point to discuss the neighborhood’s history, daily life, and cultural significance. Guests will experience the rhythm of the area firsthand while learning how this part of Paris has been shaped over time.
10 minutes
2
Haïti Market
A neighborhood grocery store specializing in Haitian food products. We’ll pause here to talk about how different Black diasporic cultures are represented throughout La Goutte d’Or, and guests may choose to step inside to browse, but entering the store is optional.
5 minutes
3
African Textiles - African Beautiful
A local shop specializing in African fabrics and clothing. We’ll stop here to talk about the role of textiles in everyday life, migration, and cultural expression across different African countries.
15 minutes
4
Boulangerie Tembely
A neighborhood bakery run by a family with roots spanning Mali, Egypt, and France. Guest can purchase fresh bread or pastries here if they'd like.
10 minutes
5
Pala Pala Music
A music shop connected to African and Afro-diasporic music and culture. We will learn how sound plays a role in shaping identity, community, and everyday life in the neighborhood.
15 minutes
6
PEULH VAGABOND
We end the tour at a renowned independent fashion boutique rooted in African design. Guests will learn about the brand's story, the designer, it's cultural references, and craftsmanship.
