The Famous Graves of Père Lachaise - Self-Guided Audio Tour

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45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Come along and enjoy a walk through Père Lachaise, the largest cemetery in Paris and the most visited necropolis in the world, with this immersive walking tour!

Founded by Emperor Napoleon, Père Lachaise cemetery resembles a miniature Paris and is now home to over 1 million corpses. Some famous people that were buried in this cemetery include Frédéric Chopin, Marcel Proust and Sarah Bernhardt. 

Narrated by a local historian, you will discover the graves and stories of famous people including Edith Piaf and her tale of love and loss, Jim Morrison and his unconventional life, the tragic tale of Oscar Wilde and the bittersweet love story of Heloise and Abelard. 

Our audio guide will be there every step of the way to bring the dead to life... and save you from getting lost in this labyrinth!

What's Included

Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Access to your self-guided audio tour
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Earphones
Mobile device

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Père-Lachaise

The tour starts outside the main entrance of Père Lachaise on Boulevard de Ménilmontant. Closest Metro stops: Père Lachaise and Phillippe Auguste.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Pere-Lachaise Cemetery

    Discover the world's most famous cemetery as we explore the fascinating lives and unfortunate deaths of its illustrious residents. We learn how emperor Napoleon founded this cemetery.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tomb of Jim Morrison

    We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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