1-2 hours
Montmartre & Sacré Coeur - Walking Tour
Get a local's look at this artistic Parisian district, home to fine food, quaint architecture and quirky establishments.
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What you'll do
Explore Montmartre like a local on this fascinating walking tour. This atmospheric Parisian district is synonymous with cultural icons, and many famous artists once had studios there during the French Belle Époque, including Modigliani, Monet, Degas, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso and Van Gogh.
On this 90 minute Montmartre tour, you'll be taken around the neighborhood to admire its unique architectural charm, while sampling interesting sights along the way. Your expert guide will provide you with historical insights and cultural facts as you stroll, and you'll have the chance to discover under-the-radar shopping boutiques and food specialists along the way where you can buy Paris' finest cheeses, charcuteries, crusty bread and wine. Admire the white-domed Sacré-Cœur basilica and enjoy splendid views of the whole city from the top of the huge hill.
Montmartre Tour highlights
Moulin Rouge
This world-renowned cabaret show is a French cultural icon and has been showing in the district since the 19th Century. Its grand building featuring a famous neon red windmill on its roof is an unforgettable symbol of the city.
Sacré Cœur Basilica
Be inspired by this opulent Roman Catholic basilica, standing high on a hill in gleaming white. The lavish portico will definitely catch your eye thanks to its three dramatic arches as well as striking statues of French heroes and heroines, including the famous Joan of Arc.
Exemplary architecture
The district makes an impact thanks to its charming and elegant architecture, which is steeped in history everywhere you turn.
Facts
The Christian bishop Saint Denis was decapitated on the hill of Montmartre in 250 AD by the Romans.
Montmartre was outside Paris' city limits until 1 January 1860 when it was annexed to the city and became part of the 18th arrondissement of Paris.
Artists set up easels and tables near the Sacré Cœur basilica each day amongst the colorful setups of the Place du Tertre.
The Moulin Rouge was founded in 1889 and became the birthplace of the French cancan.
There's a small vineyard in Montmartre with a yield of approximately 500 liters a year.
What's included
A 90 minute leisurely walking tour around the historic Montmartre district.
Guidance from a local expert guide, who will teach you about the area’s history and culture.
The chance to discover local food specialties.
Reservations
Booking required
Please prebook your tour online, here. A free pre-booking will be automatically registered once you click on the 'add to cart' button. Don't forget to cancel your pre-booking if you change your mind.
Where you'll meet
In front of the Saint-Jean de Montmartre church, just across from the Abbesses metro station. Your guide will be holding a sign that says "ExperienceFirst."
How to get there
Blanche (line 2)
Operating hours
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 2PM
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