Les Visites Particulieres

Les Visites Particulieres offers a rare opportunity to step inside the hidden creative spaces of the Canal Saint-Martin area. Unlike typical museum visits, these guided tours take small groups into private apartments, artist studios, and collectors' homes that are not normally open to the public. Each tour is themed around a specific neighborhood or artistic movement, and the guides are often art historians or curators who provide deep insights into the works and their creators. The experience is intimate, with groups limited to about eight people, allowing for personal interaction and questions. You might see contemporary paintings, sculptures, or installations in a living room setting, or watch an artist at work in their studio. The tours change regularly, so each visit offers something new. The Canal Saint-Martin area itself is a vibrant hub of galleries and cafes, making it a perfect prelude or postlude to the tour.

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• Visit a private collector's apartment and see artworks not on public display
• Meet an artist in their studio and learn about their creative process
• Explore the trendy Canal Saint-Martin neighborhood with an expert guide
• See a mix of contemporary and modern art in an intimate setting
• Enjoy a small group size for a personalized experience

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Know before you go

• Book well in advance as tours sell out quickly.
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking between locations.
• Photography is usually not allowed inside private homes; respect the rules.
• Tours are conducted in French and English; confirm the language when booking.

A bit of history

Les Visites Particulieres was founded in 2014 by art historian and curator Léa Chauvel-Lévy, who wanted to democratize access to private art collections. The concept draws on the Parisian tradition of salon gatherings, where artists and intellectuals would meet in private homes to discuss and display art.