Testimonials

Ann and I were so happy to spend half a day with Kristen finally learning something about Notre Dame (instead of just gawking at it) and the Cluny. The whole family was enchanted with our trip to the Louvre. I don't know what kind of magic Elizabeth wove, but everyone from Emily (who was 13 and highly dubious) to the rest of us who are a lot older (but also a little dubious on Emily's behalf) was totally enthralled every minute. Both of you made traditional (albeit spectacular) tourist fare into experiences of learning and wonder. It will be a lifetime's memory for Emily, and a reminder for Ann and me that the most basic things can be brought again to life by someone who knows and cares. You really are the best.

We will certainly call on you the next time—there is always a next time for Paris. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.

Connie Abrams

"Having a friend in Paris who will help you skip the long line at any exhibit or museum is only half the fun of working with Paris Muse. The best part is having a knowledgeable guide whose insights add immeasurably to the experience. Our recent tour of the Matisse-Picasso exhibit at the Grand Palais would not have been the same without Ellen's help. Her ability to interpret the exhibit, while also welcoming our opinions, not to mention her sure-footed route through the show and around the crowds, made the best of our time and added tremendously to the experience. We almost hate saying nice things about Paris Muse....we'd like to keep the secret to ourselves!"

Jim & Chrissy Donahue
Greenville, DE

"More information, insight, historical perspective and amusing anecdota than one could ever, ever receive in the same amount of time by 'reading up' on the subject or taking the 'canned' tour. These tours are an opportunity to view beloved art with someone who has the education and the intelligence to give thoughtful, informed responses. I hope to do this again, and again, and again. What fun!"

Roberta Kendall
Chicago

"I'm now convinced that Paris Muse is really the only proper way to visit special exhibitions... Without a doubt, you brought out the best in Chagall, and allowed us to appreciate characteristics of his work that we might have noticed before, but not had the occasion to fit them together into a complete story - and a special respect for the story certainly is what set Chagall apart from his contemporaries."

Geoffrey Schultz, New York

"My tour of the Pompidou with Paris Muse was a highlight of my recent trip to Paris. For anyone who wants an alternative to being herded around in a tour group, this is it. The tour was a wonderful hour and a half conversation where the guide started with what I said interested me and built on what I already knew. She connected it with what we were seeing in a way that made me feel I actually knew something about modern art which--for me--is no mean achievement."

Ian Evison
Bethesda, MD

"Just a comment to add to your many accolades! I am a travel agent and booked your DaVinci Code tour for clients, and they cannot stop raving about both the tour content and the tour leader. I just wanted to say thank you! I will be recommending your tours to all my clients headed for Paris."

Teri Crane
World Travel Management
Woodland Hills, California

"My mother and I have never enjoyed museums more than we did with Amy, Elizabeth and Jennifer. Having someone so knowledgeable about art history, mythology, general history, religion, and everything else these incredible women brought to the tours, made our time on our feet fly by as we were captivated by the art and the stories behind it."

Christy Pedersen

"We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Louvre with Amy, whose discussion was delightful, insightful and thoughtful. You can only imagine that my wife, the French history buff, was enchanted to see and discuss the paintings of the poisoners and potentates she reads about. We will see you again!"

James Vidmar