
Paris on a Hill: Montmartre, the Sacré-Cœur, and Beyond
Montmartre is the Paris that you came to see. It’s the whimsical, charming neighborhood most often featured in international depictions of Paris. It…
Come discover why Montmartre has inspired artists and dreamers for centuries on this immersive two-hour walking tour. As you walk, your guide will share about the history, food, culture, and art of this vibrant neighborhood where famous painters like Van Gogh once lived and worked.
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Come discover why Montmartre has inspired artists and dreamers for centuries on this immersive two-hour walking tour. As you walk, your guide will share about the history, food, culture, and art of this vibrant neighborhood where famous painters like Van Gogh once lived and worked.
We’ll begin at the Moulin Rouge, home of the can-can and the one-time haunt of artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Climb the winding streets and visit sites along the way: the Cafe des 2 Moulins filmed for “Amélie,” the ancient Rue des Abbesses, the last two windmills in Paris. You’ll even see the city’s only vineyard.
Our tour ends at the highest natural point in Paris, the summit of Montmartre. Here, we’ll pause to enjoy the views from the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Your guide will tell you all about this 19th-century church as you admire its striking architecture. If it’s open, you’re welcome to continue inside and explore on your own. Admission is free.
At the end of our Montmartre Walking Tour, you’ll understand why locals and visitors are captivated by this corner of Paris. It’s truly enchanting.
Home of the can-can, where Toulouse-Lautrec sat nightly and drew some of the best scenes of Paris nightlife
Featured in the French film “Amélie”
One of the most picturesque streets in Montmartre, winding past quaint cafes and following in the footsteps of artists like Van Gogh and Pissaro
Famous plaza filled with art, artists, and scenic terraces, the perfect place for a souvenir
The hilltop basilica with extraordinary architecture inside and out
The tour ends at the Sacré-Coeur Basilica.
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
This tour exceeded our expectations. Audrey is easy going, polite and very knowledgeable. Her enthusiasm for French history and cultural heritage is infectious. Not only do you get to know about Montmartre and the Basilique du Sacré Coeur, but she delves deep in the less touristy details that you rarely can be aware of otherwise. Highly recommended!
HeatherPlease meet us at 5 Place Blanche, in front of the Starbucks located across from the Moulin Rouge.
Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”
For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: 5 Place Blanche, 75009.
It’s about 2 miles of walking uphill at a leisurely pace. There may be short flights of stairs throughout the tour, both up and down. If mobility is an issue, please inquire about a private tour.
Montmartre is a great foodie neighborhood. About halfway through the tour, there’s a short break when you can purchase food or drinks, and when the tour ends, you will be near other cafes and vendors if you want to try something fresh.
Yes, your guide will take you inside the basilica as long as it’s open. If it’s closed, as occasionally happens, your guide will still share all about this famous historic church.
We understand plans change. You can always change your tour 24 hours or more before you tour. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
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