Walking Tour in Montmartre
General information
Group size
15 max
Starting time
Check our calendar!
Duration
2 hours
Price
From 39 USD
Language
English
Walking Tour in Montmartre
This walking tour in Montmartre explores a historic Paris neighborhood shaped by cabarets, artists, and daily life from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The route connects places linked to figures such as Vincent van Gogh and Dalida, passes former windmills that became social meeting points, and includes streets that inspired literature and cinema. The walk also reaches the hilltop area dominated by the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, built at the end of the 19th century and visible across much of Paris.
Highlights
- Discover Montmartre through real locations linked to artists, writers, and performers who lived and worked here.
- Walk past historic cabarets, former windmills, and film locations that shaped Parisian popular culture.
- Reach the Montmartre hilltop and understand why this area became one of the city’s most influential neighborhoods.
Meeting point
Meet your guide next to the Blanche Station. Your guide will be holding a grey umbrell with a design of Paris.
Itinerary
From the area of Blanche Station, the walk passes the Moulin Rouge, opened in 1889 and still operating as a cabaret. Nearby is Café des 2 Moulins, known for its appearance in the film Amélie. The route continues along streets where Vincent van Gogh lived in 1886 with his brother Theo, before heading uphill to viewpoints offering a clear view toward Les Invalides. Along the way, travelers can see a Wallace fountain, part of the public drinking fountain system installed in Paris from the late 19th century.
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The itinerary continues through residential sections of Montmartre, passing the Dalida House and the Dalida Statue, both linked to the singer who lived in the neighborhood for many years. Close by is the Moulin de la Galette, originally a working windmill and later a popular dance hall painted by artists such as Renoir. The walk also includes the Saint Denis statue, representing the first bishop of Paris, and the Passe-Muraille statue, inspired by Marcel Aymé’s short story set in Montmartre.
Further on, the route reaches the Pink House, a former residence and restaurant often depicted in early 20th-century paintings. Nearby is the Lapin Agile cabaret, active since the 19th century and associated with artists like Picasso. The walk concludes in the upper part of the hill, where the Sacré-Cœur Basilica stands, built between 1875 and 1914 and offering access to one of the highest points in Paris.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum of participants?
The maximum of participants is 15 people.
Can I pay with something other than PayPal?
Yes, after clicking on “Pay with PayPal” and the PayPal window opens, you will see the option to pay with a debit or credit card.
Can I book a private walking tour?
Yes, you can book a private walking tour by contacting us straight via email.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, in this walking tour in Montmartre everyone is welcome.
What should I bring?
Check out the weather on the day of the tour to make sure you bring an umbrella in case it’s raining. Bring comfortable shoes and a big smile 🙂