Walk Through Paris. Travel Through Time.
See how the streets of Paris looked long ago, hear the stories behind them and explore at your own pace – on the street or from home.
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François-Étienne Villeret, L’Arc de Triomphe de l’Étoile, c. 1840, Musée Carnavalet
See Paris as it is – and as it was
Most visitors walk past centuries of history without noticing. TimeStreet shows you how each place looked long ago and tells you what happened there – wherever you stand, at your own pace.
Paris in time
Paris in images and time.
- 1583
- c. 1895
- Today
Hôtel de Ville · one place through the centuries When a place catches your eye, open its Historical Timeline: photographs, paintings and engravings, each with its year and the spot where the artist stood. Follow the Tags to the people and events behind them.
600+ historical images
Audio guide
Listen to the stories of Paris.
Pick a walk, put in your earphones and go. At every stop, a 2–3 minute story tells you what happened here, and the images follow it from the past to today.
Try it free on two walks →
Classic Paris
Discover Paris's most iconic sights.
Short on time? Start with the best-known sights, each with its story and audio guide.
Places
Explore Paris, wherever you are.
Every location in one list. In Paris, see what is within 500 m, 1, 2 or 5 km of you. At home, explore them all.
Events
What's on in Paris.
See what is on during your stay and plan your days around it.
Walks through Paris
Each walk combines a route, audio stories and a Historical Timeline for every location. Some walks are free – the rest open with Paris full access.
Free01The Champs-ÉlyséesSee how Paris’ most famous avenue grew from a royal promenade into the stage for France’s great moments.
Free02The Latin QuarterExperience the lively atmosphere of this historic student district, filled with cultural landmarks and vibrant history.
03Paris' historic heartJourney to the origins of Paris, where the Parisii settled, and explore a district rich in medieval heritage and history.
04Le Louvre's areaUncover the stories surrounding one of the world’s most famous museums and its magnificent surroundings.
05The quays of the SeineWalk along the scenic Seine River and enjoy the beauty of Paris from its iconic riverbanks.
06The writers' rendez-vousFollow in the footsteps of literary greats who found inspiration in Paris’ streets and cafés.
07The Marais quarterExplore the lively Marais, with its charming streets, unique shops and elegant aristocratic palaces.
08Paris' Right BankWander Paris’ right bank, from the Hôtel de Ville to Place de la Concorde, and uncover its rich heritage. The full walk combining Paris’ historic heart and Le Louvre’s area.
09Paris' Left BankDiscover the left bank of the Seine with the Pantheon, Sorbonne, Palais du Luxembourg and charming streets. The full walk combining The writers’ rendez-vous and The Latin Quarter.
Explore at your own pace
How TimeStreet compares with a guided tour.
| A guided tour | TimeStreet |
|---|---|
| One date, one meeting point | Any day, start wherever you are |
| A fixed route | Your route: pick any walk or any location |
| Over when the tour ends | Stop when you like, carry on tomorrow |
| One language | Seven languages |
| Pay per person, per tour | One purchase, no subscription |
Start free. Unlock all of Paris when you are ready.
Try TimeStreet on a real walk first. If you want more, one purchase opens the whole city.
Free
- Two complete walks: The Champs-Élysées and The Latin Quarter
- Every location in a free walk fully open – story, images and audio
- Enough to see what TimeStreet can do, before you pay anything
Paris full access
- Every walk and every location
- An audio story for every stop
- The complete collection of more than 600 historical images, with every Historical Timeline
- Every new Paris walk, location and story we add – included at no extra cost
€3.99 One-time purchase. No subscription.
Price in euro countries. The App Store and Google Play show the price in your local currency.
Questions before you start
Is TimeStreet free?
Yes, the app is free to download. The Champs-Élysées and The Latin Quarter walks are free, with every location fully open. Paris full access unlocks everything else with a one-time purchase of €3.99.
Is it a subscription?
No. You pay once (€3.99 in euro countries) and Paris stays unlocked, including all future updates. There is no subscription.
What does Paris full access include?
All walks and locations, an audio story for every stop and the complete collection of more than 600 historical images with their Historical Timelines. Every new Paris walk, location and story we add later is included at no extra cost.
Can I use it without an internet connection?
You can download a walk before you set out and follow it offline. The audio stories need an internet connection.
Can I explore Paris from home?
Yes. Places shows every location, and each one has its story and Historical Timeline, wherever you are.
Which languages does the app speak?
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Slovenian.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. TimeStreet is available on the App Store and on Google Play.
Your next walk through Paris starts in the past.
Download TimeStreet, start with a free walk and see the city the way it once was.
Scan with your phone camera to download TimeStreet
Free to start · One-time purchase · No subscription