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What if, during a stroll, you could step back in time and discover the secrets of a forgotten Montmartre?
Set off on an immersive 2½-hour walking tour through the Montmartre of Renoir, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec and Picasso, accompanied by an expert and passionate guide in a beautiful costume.
You’ll discover artists’ studios, cabarets, windmills, vineyards and iconic landmarks, but above all the stories, loves, rivalries and struggles of those who changed the course of art history.
Along the way: authentic artefacts from the period, archive material, music, sweet surprises, games and little experiences will transport you into their daily lives.
And to make the memory last, take home some handmade gifts, designed especially for this adventure.
A historical, memorable and sensory tour to discover the real Montmartre of the artists.
Thanks to you, the true history of Montmartre will never be forgotten.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Let’s meet at the park entrance closest to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica: at the junction of Rue de la Bonne and Rue du Chevalier de la Barre.
We finish the tour in front of the Bateau-Lavoir, on Place Émile Goudeau.
Itinerary
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1Square Marcel-Bleustein-Blanchet
Meet Miss Timetraveler, who will tell you her story and the story of the Impressionists. You’ll take part in an art-themed game
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre (Pass by)
You will discover two conflicts that reshaped the minds on the people of Montmartre and their artists
Admission ticket free -
2Eglise Saint-Pierre de Montmartre
This place shows us that Montmartre does not have a past as magnificent as the world would have us believe
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Musee de Montmartre (Pass by)
Discover Montmartre's most famous artist's studio and the typical Impressionist artist's paintbox
Admission ticket free -
La Petite Maison Rose de Montmartre (Since 1920) (Pass by)
A world-famous restaurant—but why? You'll find out. The story isn't quite as pretty as its facade suggests.
Admission ticket free -
3Place Du Tertre
This square is home to many painters today, but history shows us that this was not always the case.
6 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Vigne du Clos Montmartre (Pass by)
A vineyard in Paris? Is this a new concept or a tradition dating back a thousand years? Is the wine any good?
Admission ticket free -
Au Lapin Agile (Pass by)
The story of a man with his a golden heart and that of a real prankster. You'll play a game to uncover the imposter among four paintings.
Admission ticket free -
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A ghostly mysterious place that will soon hold no secrets for you.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Rue de l'Abreuvoir
A magnificent view, a fabulous story, and a cursed painter
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Le Moulin Blute-Fin (Pass by)
Enjoy a traditional pastry while listening to the story of the Moulin de la Galette, the true heart of Montmartre during the Belle Époque
Admission ticket free -
6Rue Lepic
The street where Van Gogh lived. Did he like living in Montmartre? What happened there?
7 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Le Bateau-Lavoir (Pass by)
The studio where Picasso painted Les Demoiselles d'Avignon. But what mysteries does it hold? What are the habits of the Montmartre painters? Take on a sketching challenge, just as the great painters did 130 years before you.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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