Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

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About this activity

Take a stroll through the picturesque district of Montmartre, home to cabarets, windmills, and sweeping views of Paris. This 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour will explore the people and places that marked the Belle Epoque period, when the City of Light sparkled more than ever. Your tour will pair you with one of our guides who share their favorite stories and personalities that define the Montmartre neighborhood.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Babylon Tours Paris

Ages: Children (0–9 years) · Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Included: DURATION 2.5 HOURS
Included: TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Included: PRIVATE WALKING TOUR (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)

Not included

Not included: Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
Not included: Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)

Itinerary

Montmartre

2 h 30 min

Discover the history of Montmartre, as we will climb the butte or hills - starting at its base where the Moulin Rouge’s windmill still spins slowly. Wind up the hill and its cobbled streets flooded with charm to discover the houses of artists like Van Gogh and Picasso who called Montmartre home. At the summit, enter the gleaming white basilica of Sacré Coeur, and score a spectacular photo op of Paris from one of the city’s highest points. Lovers of the film Amélie, will feel at home in this district, where much of the movie was filmed. Continue to explore Montmartre's highlights that generally include - Moulin Rouge, Sacré Coeur Cathedral (with time allowed to explore inside as well), Place Dalida, Moulin de la Galette, Vincent Van Gogh’s house, The Artists’ Square, and Amélie Café. Consider an evening tour option and catch a sunset over the city if you’re lucky (depending on the season).
Moulin Rouge

10 min Admission not included

From our meeting point, we will start by heading towards the infamous Moulin Rouge, a cabaret known for its entertainment for a diverse public, and for being a source of inspiration for international artists like Auguste Renoir.
Van Gogh's House

10 min Admission not included

Next we will see Van Gogh’s house on Rue Lepic, the home of the artist and his brother from 1886.
Dalida Statue

10 min

Next we will walk through Place Dalida, a square of Montmartre dedicated to the French music icon Dalida. To this day many fans and tourists visit this secluded square to pay tribute to the French icon.
Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent

10 min

You will then have a stroll past the Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent, a sloping piece of land which the gardeners of the city decided to leave in its fragile state to observe the ecosystem, biodiversity and wild plants. It is overridden by elderberry trees, ivy and colonies of wild insects.
Vigne du Clos Montmartre

10 min

From here, we will make our way to Le Clos Montmartre, a hidden vineyard tucked away in the little streets behind the Sacré-Coeur, and one of the last remaining vines in central Paris.
Au Lapin Agile

10 min Admission not included

We will then make our way to what is known as Le Lapin Agile, a cabaret known as the home to the Montmartre Bohemian set until 1914, and whose sign remains a memorable symbol of Montmartre.
Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre

20 min

Following on, we will make our way to the infamous Basilica Sacré-Coeur, a Roman Catholic church completed in 1914 and dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The interior of this beautiful church contains one of the world’s largest mosaics, which depicts Jesus Christ.
Place Du Tertre

15 min

After this we will pass by the Place du Tertre, a square only streets away from the Sacré-Coeur. With its many artists setting up their easels here each day, the Place du Tertre serves as a reminder of a time when Montmartre was the mecca of modern art.
Dali Museum Paris

10 min Admission not included

Next you will pass by what is known as the Espace Dali, a museum with around 300 original artworks. It is a permanent exhibition devoted to Salvador Dali and his sculptures and engravings.
Le Bateau-Lavoir

10 min

We will then see the Bateau-Lavoir, one of the most famous places for artistic creation in Montmartre. From 1889 it was principally known as an artist’s residence and represented a place to live and discuss for many painters, writers, actors and art sellers.
La Maison de Dalida

10 min

You will also see La Maison de Dalida, the house in which the icon lived between 1962 and 1987. Located on 11 Bis de la Rue Orchampt, it is known as the location where Dalida committed suicide in 1987.
Place des Abbesses

10 min

Coming close to the end of the tour, we will head towards the metro station Abbesse, which represents a masterpiece of Art Nouveau architecture. Designed by Hector Guimard, it is one of the two surviving metro entrances of the kind in Paris.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Metro exit Blanche (Line 2). Meet your guide outside of the exit of the metro station on the opposite side of the stairs next to Metro sign BLANCHE.

End point

Using your ticket

•TOUR MEETING POINT: Metro exit Blanche (Line 2). Meet your guide outside of the exit of the metro station on the opposite side of the stairs next to Metro sign BLANCHE.

•It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)

Recommended Dress: Comfortable and weather appropriate

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.

For any URGENT matters please call/text your guide.

Their contact details are sent to your email by the morning of your tour.

Babylon Tours

Phone / Text 0019179990380

Web: www.babylontours.com

Mail: [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.

Options

Private Tour French

Private Tour French
Private Tour Russian

Private Tour Russian
Private Tour English

PRIVATE WALKING TOUR;PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU;DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS;TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private Tour Spanish

Private Tour Spanish
SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max English

Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide

This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Tour Italian

Private Tour Italian
Private Tour German

Private Tour German