Montmartre: A Journey Through the Art and History of Bohemian Paris
Tour description
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Please book only if you are 100% sure you will attend the tour. Plan your time well to avoid last minute cancellations and not occupy a spot that someone else could have taken.
Discover Montmartre: The Bohemian Soul of Paris
Montmartre is one of the most iconic and charming neighborhoods in Paris. Located on the highest hill in the city, it has been home and inspiration to great artists such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Toulouse-Lautrec and Edith Piaf. Its cobbled streets, old cabarets and bohemian atmosphere have preserved their essence over time, making it a magical and romantic place.
During this tour, I will take you through the most emblematic corners of Montmartre, reliving the stories of the artists, writers and musicians who left their mark on the neighborhood.
What will we see on the tour?
✔ The most emblematic cabarets, such as La Bohème, La Bonne Franquette and Au Lapin Agile, where great artists and figures of bohemian life used to meet, including Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour and Pablo Picasso.
✔ Place du Tertre, the famous painters' square, where artists still exhibit their works today.
✔ The Moulin de la Galette, one of the last windmills in Montmartre and inspiration for Renoir's famous painting.
✔ The “I Love You” Wall, a unique work that brings together the phrase “I love you” written in more than 250 languages.
✔ Dalida Square and her house, where we will talk about the fascinating history of the iconic French-Italian singer and her connection to Montmartre.
✔ Rue de l'Abreuvoir, considered the most beautiful street in Paris.
✔ La Maison Rose, a picturesque corner that has inspired numerous artists.
✔ The last vineyard in Paris, a testament to the district's wine-making past.
✔ The Bateau-Lavoir, the legendary building where artists such as Picasso and Modigliani lived and worked, considered the cradle of Cubism.
✔ The Basilica of the Sacred Heart, where we will end the tour with a spectacular panoramic view of the city of lights.
A tour for art and history lovers
This tour is designed especially for those who want to immerse themselves in the history of art in Paris. Along the way, you will discover how Montmartre became the epicentre of the Bohemian art movement and how it influenced some of the world's most important painters.
I look forward to seeing you together as we explore the streets of this unique neighborhood and relive the magic of artistic and historic Montmartre!
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price , instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (they are usually amounts between a minimum of €10 and $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).