Street art turns into a game in Paris. The Invader Hunt Street Art Tour uses a free app to help you chase Space Invaders on a 135-minute walk with an English-speaking guide.

I like the challenge element, because you try to collect the most Invaders in the shortest time, not just take photos. I also like that you’re shown how to recognize key street art styles and artists, plus you’ll see work that exists in virtual space.

One drawback to plan around: the tour runs rain or shine and starts on time, so arriving late can mean you miss the experience without catch-up time.

Key points at a glance

• Game-style scavenger hunt: Find and collect Invaders while moving through the neighborhood.
• Speed challenge: The objective is to collect the most in the shortest time, which keeps energy up.
• Historic Paris area walk: You’re exploring a long-established, central part of the city.
• Street art education built in: Your guide helps you recognize popular street artists and styles.
• Virtual-only street art surprises: Some pieces show up through the app, not just on walls.
• Family-friendly format: The route can be adjusted for families traveling with kids.

A 135-minute Space Invaders hunt that turns a stroll into a mission

This tour is designed for people who want more than a typical walking lecture. Instead of passively listening, you’re solving a street-art scavenger hunt using the tour’s free application. You’ll be looking closely at walls, details, and street-corner art as you go.

The big appeal is the built-in momentum. The goal is simple: collect the most Invaders in the shortest time. Even if you’re not an expert in street art, the game approach makes it easy to stay focused and engaged, because you always know what you should be doing next.

You’ll also get the art context you’d want from a proper tour. The guide shares stories along the way and helps you recognize street art creators by sight and style. And yes, the tour includes a twist: some artwork is available through virtual space. That means you’ll be experiencing the city in two layers—what’s on the street and what shows up via the app.

Meeting at Crêperie Beaubourg and starting near Stravinsky Fountain

The meeting point is at the stairs in front of Crêperie Beaubourg, 2 Rue Brisemiche, 75004 Paris. It’s right next to Stravinsky Fountain, which is a helpful landmark because it gives you a visual target when you’re navigating central Paris.

The closest metro stations listed are Châtelet or Hôtel de Ville. Either way, give yourself time to walk in after you exit, because you don’t want to arrive while the group is already checking out.

Here’s the practical bit that matters: the tour starts on time. Plan to be at the meeting point at least 5 minutes early for check-in. If you arrive late, it can turn into a missed tour situation with no option for refund or reschedule.

The free app hunt: finding Invaders and keeping your score moving

Before you start, you install the free app used to collect the Space Invaders. Your job during the walk is to use that app while you search the neighborhood. The whole experience is built around moving efficiently, spotting what you need, and collecting as many as possible.

Because the objective includes speed, you’ll want to keep your phone ready and your attention up. The tour isn’t just about standing still at one wall while you scroll. It’s about walking, scanning, and deciding quickly where to go next.

One thing I appreciate about this setup is that it helps you see street art like a local would. When you’re hunting, you notice small details you’d otherwise ignore—layout, placement, the way the art interacts with its surroundings, and how it blends into the city.

And that virtual-space angle? It’s a clever way to show how street art can extend beyond paint and posters. Through the app, you’ll interact with pieces that aren’t just physical. That gives you a modern way to understand the street art world without needing to know every term upfront.

What you’ll see: street art styles, artist recognition, and virtual-only pieces

Expect a mix of street art you can actually spot while walking, plus special moments where the artwork feels partly digital. The tour highlights that you’ll learn to recognize street artists and see different types of artworks, including ones that exist only in virtual space.

What that means for you on the ground: you’ll be training your eyes. Instead of treating everything as random graffiti, the guide will help you connect what you’re seeing to recognizable street art signatures—how certain artists tend to use color, symbols, and themes.

You’ll also get practical variety in what you experience. This isn’t one long stop in one plaza with the same view from the same angle. It’s a walk where the art changes as you go, which is exactly what makes a hunt format work.

Also, since some of the collection is app-driven, you might end up seeing things in a different order than you would on your own. That can be a plus: it gives you structure. It keeps you from bouncing randomly between walls and missing the moments that matter for the Invader challenge.

A historic neighborhood walk with a specialist guide

The tour focuses on a historic area of Paris, and the guide’s job is to add stories that make the street art feel like part of the neighborhood, not just something pasted onto it. You’ll hear interesting details along the way, and you’ll recognize more than you expected to by the end.

The tour is led by an artist guide who’s a specialist in the subject. That’s a big quality marker, because street art is a whole world of styles, references, and context. Even if you’re only casually curious, having someone explain what you’re looking at helps you walk away feeling like you understood something, not just chased points.

There’s also a strong educational element in the “recognize the number of its most popular street artists” promise. You’ll likely start noticing repeated visual languages—people and styles you can spot quickly later, even after the tour ends.

One specific name that stands out from the tour’s past guides is Thom_Thom_2000, which has been associated with excellent guiding and strong help with collecting Invaders and understanding the street art side of things.

Rules you’ll want to read before you go (especially for filming and behavior)

This tour has clear boundaries, and they affect what you can do during the walk. Drones aren’t allowed. Video recording and audio recording aren’t allowed either. Alcohol and drugs are also not allowed, and the rules explicitly ban intoxication and explosive substances.

Nudity is not allowed, and unaccompanied minors aren’t allowed. On the other hand, the tour can be adjusted for families traveling with kids, which suggests the route and expectations can be made more manageable for younger participants when there’s an adult with them.

For you, the filming rules matter most. If you’re used to documenting everything on your phone with video, plan to switch to photos only or just enjoy the visuals live (the tour rules only mention video and audio recording as prohibited, but they do place strong limits on capturing content).

Keeping those rules in mind helps the group stay calm and focused on the hunt, which is the whole point.

Price and value: what $47 gets you in 2h15

At $47 per person for 135 minutes, you’re paying for a guided, live, English-language experience built around two things: education and a structured game.

Is it expensive? In central Paris, guided tours often cost more than you expect, and this one gives you more than a normal walk. You’re getting:

• A live guide
• Specialist street art knowledge
• A structured scavenger hunt using a free app
• A format that works even if you don’t know street art ahead of time

In other words, the value isn’t only in seeing street art. It’s in the way the tour helps you see better. The speed challenge and app-based collection create focus, and the guide stories help you understand what those images mean.

The tour also lists reserve now and pay later, which is useful if your plans are still moving around. It means you can lock in your spot without paying immediately.

Who should book this Invader Hunt (and who might not love it)

This tour is a great fit if you want:

• Something active to do in Paris that isn’t just museum time
• Street art context plus a fun task (the hunt)
• A guided route through a central, historic neighborhood
• A challenge element, because collecting quickly changes how you move and look

It’s also a good option for families because the tour can be adjusted for kids. If you’re traveling with children, you may find the game format keeps attention better than a standard walking tour.

You might not love it as much if you’re the kind of traveler who prefers long, slow viewing stops and lots of recording. Since the tour limits video and audio recording and runs with the group at a set pace, the experience is more about participation than quiet wandering.

Also, if you need guaranteed flexibility for late arrivals, plan carefully. The organizer reserves the right to start at the scheduled time, and catching up after it begins can be difficult.

Should you book the Invader Hunt Street Art Tour?

Book it if you want street art in a format that feels like a game and comes with real guidance. For $47, you’re getting a live specialist guide, a free app scavenger hunt, and a walk through a historic central area—plus the chance to experience street art that includes virtual-only elements.

Skip it if you hate timed challenges, don’t want phone-based interaction, or you’re uncomfortable with the rules on video and audio recording. Also, if arriving early is hard for you on vacation day, the start-time rule can be a stress point.

My practical call: if you’re even a little curious about street art and you like “find it and learn it” activities, this is a smart use of 2 hours and change in Paris—because you leave with more than photos. You leave with a way to look at the city that lasts.

FAQ

How long is the Invader Hunt Street Art Tour?

The tour lasts 135 minutes.

What is the price per person?

The price is $47 per person.

What language is the live tour guide?

The tour is offered with a live guide in English.

Where do I meet the group?

Meet at the stairs in front of Crêperie Beaubourg, 2 Rue Brisemiche, 75004 Paris, next to Stravinsky Fountain.

What’s the closest metro station?

The closest metro stations listed are Châtelet or Hôtel de Ville.

Is the app required, and is it free?

Yes. You’re instructed to install a free application to collect the Space Invaders during the walk.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes. It takes place rain or shine.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour is wheelchair accessible.

What are the main things you’re not allowed to do?

The tour lists restrictions including no drones, no intoxication, no alcohol or drugs, no video recording, no audio recording, and no explosive substances. Nudity is also not allowed.

Are kids allowed, and can minors attend alone?

The tour can be adjusted for families traveling with kids, but unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

Are there options for flexible booking and cancellation?

The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and it also lists reserve now & pay later to keep plans flexible.