Visit Josephine’s and Napoleon house

A little gem, hidden away from touristy crowds but close enough to Paris to be a charming escape from the city life: the Chateau de Malmaison is the perfect place to go to dive into the past and into Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine’s lives. Don’t expect the grandeur of Versailles or the solemnity of Fontainebleau: the little Chateau de Malmaison, Josephine house, offers a unique insight on the Empire and French neoclassical styles and on the histories of its famous owner. Walking through its halls, we will admire all the original decorations and furniture. From the beautiful Music hall to the extravagant Empress’ bedchamber, from Napoleon’s bedroom to the dining room. . . it will be a journey into the Imperial couple’s everyday life and French history at the turning of the 19th century.

During the tour we will talk about French history and gossip about the life of some of the most influential figures of French history. I will read you letters, quotes, books’ pages written by Napoleon, Josephine, the people who knew or met them and show you ancients paintings or modern pictures to make the past live again. One more plus: you will have the chance to enjoy the real French atmosphere, outside Paris and touristy places…

Private tour in Malmaison Itinerary:

– Meeting in Paris

– transfer to Chateau de Malmaison (train or private car)

– private tour of the Chateau De Malmaison

– transfer back to Paris (train or private car)

Tour duration: 4 to 5 hours according to transportation (train or car)

Would you like a full day tour outside Paris and out of the crowds? Ask me to add the visit to Saint-Germain-en-Laye. We will admire the ancient Chateau De Saint-Germain (now the archeological museum of Paris) and discover everything about the Celts living in Paris before the Romans conquered it!