What You Will Do
Rewind back in time and discover the most scandalous side of Paris in South Pigalle : Brothels, Boudoirs & Courtisans, with a passionate guide on your smartphone ! Now possible thanks to Rewind's App.
Paris, romance capital of the world? Without a doubt ! Courtesans and brothels were notorious and glamorous well beyond the Roaring Twenties !
On the programme for this self guided walking tour ? The stories behind the many people and places that contributed to building the sulphurous reputation of our beloved city : courtesans and brothels from the mid-19th century to the 1950s!
Visit with your smartphone in your pocket and follow your professional and passionate guide’s commentaries as you stroll through the streets and squares !The audio commentaries trigger automatically, right where they happened! The result? A fun and authentic experience with that Rewind spirit and twist !
A short stop at a terrace or a shop, a small craving? Resume the visit when you want, right where you paused. Impossible to get lost. The guide provides clear audio directions and a map indicates clear directions to follow in real time. And if you take a wrong turn, the integrated geo-localization feature will get you back on track in no time! customize your itinerary as you wish, relax and enjoy a fun and entertaining tour of South Pigalle, at your own pace!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The tour launches at the starting point - and won’t start from anywhere else. Departure point is in front of the grid.
1
Place Saint Georges
15 minutes
The tour starts St. George Square, and the trendy "New Athens" district, just south of Pigalle. Discover how the district was transformed into the "paradise of pleasure" back in the 18th Century.
2
Rue Saint-Georges
10 minutes
get acquainted with some of the notorious courtesan who turned history upside down by blowing a wind of freedom into a puritain society. Rather explicit!
3
Rue Saint-Lazare
10 minutes
Learn about the "lorettes", courtesans with light morals.
4
Rue des Martyrs
15 minutes
Back in the day, Paris had more than 700 brothels, up and running until the 20th century. As these places were expensive, coming here regularly was a sign of wealth and a proof of social importance. Somewhat like driving a Ferrari today!
5
Rue de Navarin
10 minutes
Walk past the historical brothels and learn more about their famous clients.
6
Rue Frochot
10 minutes
Painters like Toulouse-Lautrec, Edgar Degas and Pissarro lived in this neighborhood, and enjoyed painting the libertine hop spots. Early day paparazzis ?
7
Rue Victor Massé
10 minutes
Learn more about the French Cancan, an erotic dance back in the day!
8
Moulin Rouge
15 minutes
Discover the world famous Moulin Rouge !
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