ESSENTIAL MONTMARTRE Walking Tour: the essential highlights+MORE!

4.7
(46 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Welcome to the mythic world of Montmartre, an eclectic and historically legendary neighbourhood of Paris. Montmartre has always been a buzzing hive of creative activity and the dwelling place of some of the most influential artists of all time.

Montmartre has became a beacon to artists of every creed, but it has also become famed for its nightlife, its cafes, its red light district, its 'bals' and cabaret halls, a place where 'anything goes', a place of pushing the boundaries in all directions.

We will see the magnificent Sacré Coeur, and wander through the quaint streets and pass by :

The Cabaret Patachou
Place du Tertre
Passing an old vineyard
The bust of Dilada
The 'Passe-Muraille'
La Moulin de la Galette
The Moulin Rouge
And much more...

Book a tour with an affable and affordable guide and soak up the rich artistic atmosphere and follow in the footsteps of the legends of Montmartre. You will be beguiled by the strange fascinating anecdotes from Montmartre's history and beyond.

What's Included

This is a walking tour, we will stop for a coffee during the tour, drinks are not included.
Snacks
Moulin Rouge Show

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Anvers

We will meet at the kiosk opposite the metro entrance.

End point
Moulin Rouge

We finish the tour at the famous Moulin Rouge Cabaret Club.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Walking from Anvers to Gardens of the Sacre Coeur, then up to the basilica on the Funiculaire.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre

    We will experience a moment of serenity inside the monumental Sacre Coeur, overlooking all of Paris.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Place Du Tertre

    Wander through this quaint medieval market square amongst the local artists gather and create their work out in the open, watching painting beautiful Parisian scenes, portraits, caricatures, their own abstract creations or anything in between!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Vigne du Clos Montmartre

    A small yet beautiful historic vineyard in Montmartre

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Le Moulin de la Galette

    Discover the last remaining windmill in Montmartre (along with its neighbour Moulin Blute-Fin - both next to each other), this windmill was home to the famous ball, 'The Bal de le Moulin de la Galette, depicted in a famous painting by Renoir, Picasso as well a several other artists!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Le Bateau-Lavoir

    Discover the famous 'Bateau Lavoir', formally home to Pablo Picasso, Le Douanier Rousseau, Amedeo Modigliani, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, Guillaume Apollinaire, Jean Cocteau…Paris, the became the epicentre of modern art, Montmartre the epicentre of Paris, and Le Bateau Lavoir le epicentre Montmartre...

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Moulin Rouge

    The world famous Moulin Rouge, home of the french can-can !

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Le Passe-Muraille

    Discover the curious sculpture of a man passing through the wall. Based on a story by the french novelist Marcel Ayme.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Au Lapin Agile (Pass by)

    Discover the historic cabaret venue Le Lapin Agile, a beautiful quaint little building, once frequented by the many illustrious characters of Montmartre including Pablo Picasso, Max Jacob, BLaise Cendrars and many other and perhaps plan for yourself a night of humour and french folk music at this long running gems of Montmartre.

    Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Dalida Statue

    Discover the life of the beautiful but tragic life of legendary pop star 'Dalida'

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    La Maison de Dalida

    See where the iconic pop superstar 'Dalida' lived.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Van Gogh's House

    Discover where the one of the most influential artists of all time lived with his brother Theo.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Café des Deux Moulins

    Discover the deux Moulins where the iconic french movie 'Amelie' (Or 'The destin fabuleux de Amélie Poulain') was filmed.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Rue Des Abbesses

    We will take a stroll through this charming street once featured in an article in the guardian as the most beautiful street in Paris.

    15 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
Supplied by Black Cat Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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