In the footsteps of Josephine Baker
Discover Paris and its surroundings with a professional guide.
“In the Footsteps of Josephine Baker” is a guided tour that allows you to discover the story of this extraordinary woman—a dancer, singer, adoptive mother of a large family, activist against racism and segregation, and French Resistance fighter—whose incredible courage left an indelible mark on the 20th century. From her impoverished childhood in St. Louis to her meteoric rise to stardom in Parisian music halls, and including her wartime service, her life story will be fully revealed to you. This tour is a must for anyone wishing to explore the extraordinary and tumultuous life of this iconic woman, who was inducted into the Pantheon in November 2021.
Information about the tour
The tour generally lasts three hours and covers several Parisian neighborhoods. It can be conducted using your own coach (for groups) or a private minibus (for individuals). Without a vehicle, the tour can be adapted and shortened to two hours, focusing on the Montparnasse area and potentially including an exterior view of the Pantheon. Contact us for more information.
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Why is it one of my favorite tours ?
Because we explore deeply her private and public life both in this tour. She is a wide source of inspiration and joy for many people still nowadays all around the world. In 2025, Paris commorated the first centenial of her arrival in the city and a show tracing her artistic and military career was created in her honor.
